Crystal Symphony
September 17, 2025

Monte Carlo, Monaco, offers docking at Monte Carlo Port. Travelers explore Prince’s Palace and Casino de Monte-Carlo. Excursions visit Eze’s medieval village. Local markets sell pissaladière. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures yachts and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes bouillabaisse, a Monégasque favorite. Souvenirs, like perfume crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Grimaldi history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance village walks. Monte Carlo’s luxurious charm offers a vibrant Monégasque stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of opulent landmarks and scenic Riviera, making Monte Carlo an engaging destination.

Returning to Monte Carlo — see Day 1 above for port info.

Cannes, France, offers docking at Cannes Port with tenders to shore. Travelers explore La Croisette and Palais des Festivals. Excursions visit Antibes’ Picasso Museum. Local markets sell socca. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures glamorous boulevards and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes bouillabaisse, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance seaside walks. Cannes’ luxurious charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of chic promenades and scenic coasts, making Cannes an engaging destination for exploration.

La Seyne-sur-Mer, France, has docking at La Seyne Port with excursions to Toulon. Travelers explore Toulon’s naval museum and Mont Faron’s views. Excursions visit Provence’s lavender fields. Local markets sell tapenade. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather. Photography captures Mediterranean harbors and hills. Dining onboard includes ratatouille, a Provençal dish. Souvenirs, like lavender sachets, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. La Seyne’s coastal charm offers a serene French stop, blending maritime heritage with scenic beauty.

Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, offers docking at Palma Port. Travelers explore La Seu Cathedral and Bellver Castle. Excursions visit Valldemossa’s monastery. Local markets sell ensaimada. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Gothic spires and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes sobrasada, a Mallorcan favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Balearic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palma’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palma an engaging destination for exploration.

Ibiza, Balearic Islands, Spain, has docking at Ibiza Port. Travelers explore Dalt Vila’s UNESCO-listed old town. Excursions visit Es Vedrà’s mystical rock. Local markets sell hierbas liqueur. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather. Photography captures whitewashed streets and turquoise seas. Dining onboard includes paella, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like espadrilles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Balearic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance old town walks. Ibiza’s vibrant culture offers a lively Spanish stop, blending history with island allure.

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region.

Returning to Barcelona — see Day 8 above for port info.