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Marella Discovery 2 itinerary map for January 1, 2026 (7 nights)
7 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Bridgetown, Barbados
TUI MarellaMarella Discovery 2

Marella Discovery 2
January 1, 2026

7-Night Exotic Islands aboard Marella Discovery 2 · Departing January 1, 2026 from the Port of Bridgetown, Barbados.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the DIscovery 2 departs from Bridgetown, Barbados on Thursday, January 1, 2026 and returns on Thursday, Jan 8th. January weather across this route averages 82°/75°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.9 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
6.9OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 69% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
7
night cruise
Thu → Thu
02
Bridgetown
departure port
Barbados
03
6
port stops
Islands
04
1
sea day
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS
01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

The Marella Discovery 2, operated by TUI Marella Cruises, sets sail on Thursday, January 1, 2026 from Bridgetown, Barbados for a 7-night Exotic Islands cruise. This itinerary includes 6 unique port stops and 1 day at sea. January weather across the route averages 82°F highs and 75°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 6.9 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Marella Discovery 2 sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Marella Discovery 2 January 1, 2026 Roll Call

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// 03 · ITINERARY

Exotic Islands Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapJANUARY 1, 2026
The Marella Discovery 2 sails on January 1, 2026 for a Exotic Islands (Bridgetown Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Bridgetown, Barbados at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Bridgetown, Barbados on Jan 8th at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Marella Discovery 2 will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 day at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Marella Discovery 2
JANUARY 1, 2026
8 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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7 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · BRIDGETOWN
// 04 · PORTS

Exotic Islands Port List

Marella Discovery 2·January 1, 2026
Bridgetown, Barbados — Day 1 of Marella Discovery 2 January 1, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
THURSDAY·JAN 1

Bridgetown

Barbados
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
5:00 PM

Bridgetown, Barbados, offers docking at Bridgetown Port. Travelers explore Harrison’s Cave and Bathsheba Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Carlisle Bay. Local markets sell flying fish cutters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone caves and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cou-cou, a Bajan favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bajan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Bridgetown’s vibrant charm offers a lively Barbadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic beaches, making Bridgetown an engaging destination for exploration.

JANUARY FORECAST
79°F avg · Avg
Basseterre, St. Kitts — Day 3 of Marella Discovery 2 January 1, 2026 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
SATURDAY·JAN 3

Basseterre

St. Kitts
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Basseterre, St. Kitts, offers docking at Port Zante. Travelers explore Brimstone Hill Fortress and Romney Manor. Excursions include snorkeling at Shitten Bay. Local markets sell johnnycakes. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes goat water, a St. Kitts favorite. Souvenirs, like batik crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Basseterre’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO fortresses and scenic beaches, making Basseterre an engaging destination for exploration.

JANUARY FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
Tortola, British Virgin Islands — Day 4 of Marella Discovery 2 January 1, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
SUNDAY·JAN 4

Tortola

British Virgin Islands
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Tortola, British Virgin Islands, offers docking at Road Town Port. Travelers explore Sage Mountain and Cane Garden Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at The Baths. Local markets sell painkillers. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic hills and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes roti, a BVI favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Tortola’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and marine adventures, making Tortola an engaging destination for exploration.

JANUARY FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
Philipsburg, St. Maarten — Day 5 of Marella Discovery 2 January 1, 2026 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
MONDAY·JAN 5

Philipsburg

St. Maarten
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Philipsburg, St. Maarten, offers docking at Philipsburg Port. Travelers explore Front Street and Maho Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Cupecoy Bay. Local markets sell guavaberry liqueur. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures plane landings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Maarten favorite. Souvenirs, like Dutch crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Philipsburg’s vibrant charm offers a lively stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of bustling markets and scenic beaches, making Philipsburg an engaging destination for exploration.

JANUARY FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
St. John's, Antigua — Day 6 of Marella Discovery 2 January 1, 2026 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
TUESDAY·JAN 6

St. John's

Antigua
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

St. John’s, Antigua, offers docking at St. John’s Port. Travelers explore Nelson’s Dockyard and Shirley Heights. Excursions include snorkeling at Cades Reef. Local markets sell fungi. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial docks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes pepperpot, an Antiguan favorite. Souvenirs, like batik crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. St. John’s vibrant charm offers a lively Antiguan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic dockyards and scenic beaches, making St. John’s an engaging destination for exploration.

JANUARY FORECAST
79°F avg · Avg
Pointe-A-Pitre, Guadeloupe — Day 7 of Marella Discovery 2 January 1, 2026 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
WEDNESDAY·JAN 7

Pointe-A-Pitre

Guadeloupe
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
3:00 PM

Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe, provides docking at Pointe-à-Pitre Port. Travelers explore La Soufrière volcano and Memorial ACTe museum. Excursions visit Marie-Galante’s beaches. Local markets sell accras. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes colombo, a Guadeloupean curry. Souvenirs, like rum bottles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Pointe-à-Pitre’s vibrant island allure offers a dynamic Guadeloupean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders, cultural heritage, and scenic beaches, making Pointe-à-Pitre an engaging destination for exploring Guadeloupe’s Caribbean beauty and history.

JANUARY FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

Exotic Islands Weather Forecast

Marella Discovery 2·January 1, 2026
JAN FORECAST · BRIDGETOWN
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
79°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
83°
AVG LOW
76°
AVG RAINFALL
1.3"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT BRIDGETOWN
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
79°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Marella Discovery 2 January 1, 2026 Excursions

Marella Discovery 2·January 1, 2026

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Marella Discovery 2 itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

Exotic Islands

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 69% of all cruises
6.9/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN06 PORTS
01

Bridgetown 🇧🇧

Barbados · BarbadosMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant in busy areas of Bridgetown, as petty crime and scams can occur, and secure personal belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Basseterre 🌍

St. Kitts · St Kitts And NevisMODERATE

Basseterre is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's wise to stay vigilant against petty theft and avoid poorly lit areas at night.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Tortola 🇻🇬

British Virgin Islands · British Virgin IslandsMODERATE

Tortola is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant and exercise caution, especially after dark.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Philipsburg 🌍

St. Maarten · Netherlands AntillesMODERATE

Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

St. John's 🌍

Antigua · AntiguaMODERATE

St. John's is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance is advised due to potential petty theft and risks in certain neighborhoods after dark.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Pointe-A-Pitre 🇬🇵

Guadeloupe · GuadeloupeCAUTION

Pointe-à-Pitre is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty crime, especially in less populated areas at night.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Marella Discovery 2 Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsTUI MARELLA CRUISES
Marella Discovery 2
TUI MARELLA CRUISES · VISION
CHRISTENED
1995
STATEROOMS
0
TONNAGE
69,470GT
12.6% BELOW AVG· vs avg 79,453 GT
YEAR BUILT
1995
7 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2002
LENGTH
—ft
—· vs avg — ft
PASSENGER COUNT
1,836cruisers
10.3% BELOW AVG· vs avg 2,048 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Marella Discovery 2 has a construction date of 1995 and a total size of 69,470 gross tons. The ship measures — feet in length. Marella Discovery 2 is included in TUI Marella Cruises's Vision class. At full capacity, the DIscovery 2 holds 1,836 passengers. That includes 1,836 cruise vacationers and — staff members. The DIscovery 2 total number of staterooms is 0.

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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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// 09 · FAQ

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