Marella Explorer itinerary map for April 19, 2026 (13 nights)

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Marella Explorer
April 19, 2026

13-Night Bon Voyage Barbados aboard Marella Explorer · Departing April 19, 2026 from the Port of Bridgetown, Barbados.

This 13-night cruise aboard the Explorer departs from Bridgetown, Barbados on Sunday, April 19, 2026 and returns on Saturday, May 2nd. April weather across this route averages 81°/65°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.4 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports.

Cruise Length

Night Cruise

Departure Port

Bridgetown

Barbados

Port Stops

Sea Days

Cruise Itinerary Map - Bon Voyage Barbados

Marella Explorer · April 19, 2026

The Marella Explorer sails on April 19, 2026 for a Bon Voyage Barbados. The ship will depart the port of Bridgetown, Barbados at 8:00 PM and will return to the port of Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands on May 2nd at 6:00 AM. During the 14-day journey, the Marella Explorer will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 9 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

Bon Voyage Barbados

APR19
Bridgetown, Barbados
A: — - D: 8:00 PM
APR20
Roseau, Dominica
A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
APR21
St. John's, Antigua
A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
APR22
At Sea
A: — - D: —
APR23
At Sea
A: — - D: —
APR24
At Sea
A: — - D: —
APR25
At Sea
A: — - D: —
APR26
At Sea
A: — - D: —
APR27
At Sea
A: — - D: —
APR28
At Sea
A: — - D: —
APR29
At Sea
A: — - D: —
APR30
Gibraltar, U.K.
A: 12:00 PM - D: 10:00 PM
MAY01
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAY02
Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
A: 6:00 AM - D: —

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Marella Explorer Cruise Ports

April 19, 2026 · Bon Voyage Barbados

Day 1•Sunday, Apr 19

Bridgetown, Barbados

Arrival: —•Departure: 8:00 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 2•Monday, Apr 20

Roseau, Dominica

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 3•Tuesday, Apr 21

St. John's, Antigua

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 4•Wednesday, Apr 22

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Explorer — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 5•Thursday, Apr 23

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Explorer — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 6•Friday, Apr 24

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Explorer — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 7•Saturday, Apr 25

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Explorer — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 8•Sunday, Apr 26

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Explorer — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 9•Monday, Apr 27

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Explorer — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 10•Tuesday, Apr 28

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Explorer — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 11•Wednesday, Apr 29

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Explorer — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 12•Thursday, Apr 30

Gibraltar, U.K.

Arrival: 12:00 PM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Gibraltar, U.K., offers docking at Gibraltar Port. Travelers explore Rock of Gibraltar and St. Michael’s Cave. Excursions include dolphin-watching tours. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone cliffs and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, a British favorite. Souvenirs, like monkey-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Barbary history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rock hikes. Gibraltar’s unique charm offers a vibrant British stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic straits, making Gibraltar an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 13•Friday, May 1

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Explorer — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 14•Saturday, May 2

Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Marella Explorer - April 19, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Bridgetown, Barbados

🌤️

April

Typical Weather

85°F

Average High

76°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.04in

Daily average

1.1 in monthly total

Marella Explorer Shore Excursions

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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.

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank

74 / 100

safer than 74% of all cruises

/ 10

Bridgetown

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

/ 10

Roseau

Roseau is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's important to stay vigilant in crowded areas and secure your valuables.

/ 10

St. John's

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

/ 10

Gibraltar

Gibraltar is safe for travelers, with a low crime rate and strong police presence, though vigilance against petty theft is advised.

/ 10

Palma De Mallorc

Palma de Mallorca is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.

Cruise Ship

⚓ Tonnage

77,000

vs avg 79,453

🛠️ Year Built

1,996

vs avg 2,002

📏 Length (ft)

—

vs avg —

👥 Passenger Count

1,924

vs avg 2,048

The Explorer has a construction date of 1996 and a total size of 77,000 gross tons. The ship measures — feet in length. Marella Explorer is included in TUI Marella Cruises’s Century class. At full capacity, the Marella Explorer holds 1,924 passengers. That includes 1,924 cruise vacationers and — staff members. The Explorer total number of staterooms is 0.

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What's the weather like on the Marella Explorer April 19, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 13-night route, April averages 81°F highs and 65°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the April 19, 2026 Marella Explorer itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.4 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 5 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Marella Explorer sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Marella Explorer departs Bridgetown, Barbados on Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 8:00 PM and returns on Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 13 nights.

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Last Updated: May 21, 2026

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