Short Ocean Escape – Marseille, Savona & Barcelona

About this cruise

Sometimes you just need a few days out of your routine. This one sails from Marseille on October 28, 2026, spends 3 nights visiting Genoa and Barcelona, and gets you back before anyone really notices you were gone. The sailing ends in Barcelona. In between port days, the 1 sea days are where cruise life actually happens: reading, eating, napping, repeat. Roman ruins at one stop, Renaissance piazzas at the next. Centuries of history at every quay. People come back from this cruise talking about Genoa: Columbus' birthplace, a labyrinth of caruggi. Costa Diadema carries up to 3,724 guests over 14 decks. Multiple pools, a theatre, and more restaurants than you'll get through. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. If you can, add a night in Marseille before boarding. It's a good city to wander. And October is a good call. Still warm, less crowded, and usually cheaper too. 2 ports, 2 countries, one suitcase. That's the appeal.