Sun-Kissed Escape – Lisbon & Madeira

About this cruise

You come back from a trip like this actually rested, not just "I went on vacation" rested. 12 nights from Southampton on October 2, 2027, visiting Vigo, Funchal, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Arrecife and Lisbon. Ports up front, sea days at the end. By the time you're back in Southampton, you'll feel properly rested rather than rushed. Black-sand beaches on one island, dense laurel forests on another. The Canaries are surprisingly varied. Keep an eye out for Lisbon: Seven hills of fado, pastéis, and golden light. Roughly 10 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. MSC Meraviglia takes the food seriously, with 9 restaurants to choose from. 3 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. The shows alone are worth the extra nights. You'll catch comedy, music, theatre, and themed evenings you'd miss on a shorter trip. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. And October is a good call. Still warm, less crowded, and usually cheaper too. That's 12 nights well spent.