Ocean Discovery – Savona, Civitavecchia (Rome) & Messina

About this cruise

If you've got 14 nights to work with, this sailing from Marseille on October 28, 2027 through Genoa, Civitavecchia (Rome) and Messina, with additional stops along the Western Mediterranean is genuinely one of the better ways to spend them. A few ports come in quick succession, which is great for sightseeing but means you'll appreciate the sea days when they arrive. Crossing 5 borders through the Western Mediterranean: Italy, Türkiye, Greece, Tunisia and Spain. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. Istanbul stands out. It's Where two continents embrace across the Bosphorus. Around 9 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. At 113,216 gross tons, Costa Favolosa is big enough that you can find a quiet corner or a crowd, depending on your mood. There are enough performances, events, and social mixers on a cruise this length that you couldn't do them all if you tried. And that's a good problem. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. The autumn timing is underrated too. Good weather, calmer seas, and a more relaxed ship. All in all, it's a solid trip.