Marella Discovery - 1/27/2026
The January 27, 2026 cruise on the Marella Discovery departs from La Romana, Dominican Republic. On this Tropical Shore sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Marella Discovery sets sail on Tuesday, Jan 27th and returns on Tuesday, Feb 3rd.
Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Marella Discovery - January 27, 2026 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jan 27th | La Romana, Dominican Republic |
| 2 | Jan 28th | At Sea |
| 3 | Jan 29th | Roseau, Dominica |
| 4 | Jan 30th | Basseterre, St. Kitts |
| 5 | Jan 31st | St. John's, Antigua |
| 6 | Feb 1st | Tortola, British Virgin Islands |
| 7 | Feb 2nd | Samana, Dominican Republic |
| 8 | Feb 3rd | La Romana, Dominican Republic |
The Marella Discovery sails on January 27, 2026 for a Tropical Shore. The ship will depart the port of La Romana, Dominican Republic at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of La Romana, Dominican Republic on Feb 3rd at 8:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Marella Discovery will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
Based on my 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.
Cruise Ship
Marella Discovery
TUI Marella Cruises
The Marella Discovery was built in 1996 and is among TUI Marella Cruises's 11 ships in its fleet. The Marella Discovery is included in the cruise line's Vision class. In the cruise ship stats below, you'll find the Marella Discovery vs all other TUI Marella Cruises ships.
Cruise Ports
La Romana, Dominican Republic, offers docking at La Romana Port. Travelers explore Altos de Chavón and Saona Island. Excursions include snorkeling at Catalina Island. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial villages and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. La Romana’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural villages and scenic islands, making La Romana an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Roseau, Dominica, offers docking at Roseau Port. Travelers explore Trafalgar Falls and Morne Trois Pitons. Excursions include snorkeling at Champagne Reef. Local markets sell callaloo soup. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rainforests and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes mountain chicken, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like basket crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance waterfall hikes. Roseau’s natural charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of lush rainforests and marine adventures, making Roseau an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
Samana, Dominican Republic, offers docking at Samana Port. Travelers explore Los Haitises National Park and El Limón Waterfall. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures karst landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like coconut crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance waterfall hikes. Samana’s natural charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of lush parks and marine adventures, making Samana an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
La Romana, Dominican Republic, offers docking at La Romana Port. Travelers explore Altos de Chavón and Saona Island. Excursions include snorkeling at Catalina Island. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial villages and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. La Romana’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural villages and scenic islands, making La Romana an engaging destination. (126 words)