--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: d6897e69-b9d8-4f44-8d66-9b1a58a4bc6a slug: 2243709 voyage_code: None cruise_line: Marella Cruises ship: Marella Discovery departure_date: return_date: nights: 14 embarkation_port: La Romana disembarkation_port: La Romana starting_price_usd: None bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T07:17:46Z --- # Caribbean Charms followed by Tropical Isles > Marella Cruises · Marella Discovery · Jan 5 – 19, 2027   (14 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Marella Cruises | | **Ship** | Marella Discovery | | **Duration** | 14 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | La Romana | | **Disembarkation Port** | La Romana | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | None | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: La Romana **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM A Caribbean and Latin-fused favourite, it’s easy to see why Columbus labelled the Dominican Republic as ‘the fairest land under heaven’. It’s got all the tropical ingredients you could wish for. And this southeast corner is no exception. Shop for jewellery made of locally mined amber. Feast on the Spanish, African and Taino cuisine. Or explore the Chavron River, which landed a starring role in the film ‘Apocalypse Now’....... ### Day 2: Santo Domingo **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Santo Domingo is the capital of the Dominican Republic and one of the Caribbean's oldest cities. Its walled, cobblestoned historic core, the Zona Colonial, has buildings that date to the 1500s, including the cathedral, which was the first built in the New World. On the cafe-lined Plaza de España is the Alcázar de Colón palace. It’s now one of the city’s many museums, displaying notable medieval and Renaissance art. ### Day 3: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 4: Oranjestad, Aruba **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM Nowhere showcases Aruba’s Dutch roots quite like Oranjestad. With its gable-topped houses and colonial clock towers, the island’s good-looking capital is like a little slice of Amsterdam. Of course, it’s got some only-in-the-Caribbean touches, too. Palm trees flutter in the breeze. Hourglass-fine sands stretch on for miles. And colourful wooden huts serve up a winning combination of fresh seafood and strong rum cocktails....... ### Day 5: Willemstad, Curacao **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM This little Dutch island is slowly beginning to creep onto the tourist radar, and for good reason. It offers up an unbeatable mix of footprint-free beaches and pretty colonial towns. The storybook port of Willemstad leads the pack, with its candy-coloured, red-roofed houses that gild the downtown area. It’s such an impressive sight, UNESCO have even granted the town a place on its World Heritage list....... ### Day 6: Kralendijk, Bonaire **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM If you’re in any doubt concerning what Bonaire’s all about, just look at an island number plate – above every registration number you’ll find the words ‘Divers’ Paradise’. This island in the Leeward Antilles is consistently rated as one of the best dive and snorkelling destinations in the world. Shipwrecks, tropical fish and seahorses are ripe in the waters that surround the island. Above the waterline, meanwhile, there are wild flamingo herds to see and craggy national parks to ex... ### Day 7: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 8: La Romana **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM A Caribbean and Latin-fused favourite, it’s easy to see why Columbus labelled the Dominican Republic as ‘the fairest land under heaven’. It’s got all the tropical ingredients you could wish for. And this southeast corner is no exception. Shop for jewellery made of locally mined amber. Feast on the Spanish, African and Taino cuisine. Or explore the Chavron River, which landed a starring role in the film ‘Apocalypse Now’....... ### Day 9: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 10: San Juan **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM ### Day 11: Charlotte Amalie, U.S Virgin Islands **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM Charlotte Amalie is a city and cruise ship port on the Caribbean island of St. Thomas. It is the capital of the U.S. Virgin Islands. Its Danish colonial architecture includes Blackbeard’s Castle, a 1600s watchtower. The 99 Steps ascend to the tower, which has panoramic views. ### Day 12: Frederiksted, U.S Virgin Islands **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Frederiksted is both the town and one of the two administrative districts of St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. It is a grid-planned city, designed by surveyor Jens Beckfor, originally to 14x14 blocks but built 7x7 to enhance the island commerce in the 1700s. ### Day 13: Ponce, Puerto Rico **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM ### Day 14: Isla Catalina **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM ### Day 15: La Romana **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM A Caribbean and Latin-fused favourite, it’s easy to see why Columbus labelled the Dominican Republic as ‘the fairest land under heaven’. It’s got all the tropical ingredients you could wish for. And this southeast corner is no exception. Shop for jewellery made of locally mined amber. Feast on the Spanish, African and Taino cuisine. Or explore the Chavron River, which landed a starring role in the film ‘Apocalypse Now’....... ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Pricing | Contact for latest fares | ## Cabin Options ### Inside Cabins **Inside** (Code: ZI04) These cabins feature twin beds that can convert to a queen-size double bed and an en suite with a WC and a shower. These cabins are on decks 2, 3, 6, 7 and 8, sleep two, and measure between 12 and 13 m². **Inside** (Code: ZI03) These cabins feature twin beds that can convert to a queen-size double bed and an en suite with a WC and a shower. These cabins are on decks 6, 7 and 8, sleep two, and measure between 12 and 13 m². **Inside Plus** (Code: ZIP02) You get a set of twin beds that convert to a queen-size double bed and an en suite with a WC and a shower. You’ll find these cabins on decks 7 and 8, they sleep 2 people and measure 15 m². ### Outside Cabins **Outside** (Code: ZO03) These Outside cabins can be found on decks 2 and 3, and have a picture window or porthole. They feature twin beds that convert to a queen-size double bed, a sitting area with a sofa, and an en suite with a WC and a shower. These sleep 2 to 4 people and measure 14 m². Our 3 and 4-berth cabins have up... **Outside** (Code: ZO01) These Outside cabins can be found on decks 2 and 3, and have a picture window or porthole. They feature twin beds that convert to a queen-size double bed, a sitting area with a sofa, and an en suite with a WC and a shower. These sleep 2 to 4 people and measure 14 m². Our 3 and 4-berth cabins have up... **Outside** (Code: ZO02) These Outside cabins can be found on decks 2 and 3, and have a picture window or porthole. They feature twin beds that convert to a queen-size double bed, a sitting area with a sofa, and an en suite with a WC and a shower. These sleep 2 to 4 people and measure 14 m². Our 3 and 4-berth cabins have up... **Deluxe Cabin** (Code: ZD01) These cabins are on decks 7 and 8, and come with the bonus of a floor-to-ceiling window. You’ll sleep on twin beds, which can also convert to a queen-size double bed, and have use of a sitting area with a sofa-bed and an en suite with a WC and a shower. Deluxe Cabins sleep up to 4 and measure a litt... ### Balcony Cabins **Deluxe Balcony Cabin** (Code: ZDB01) These cabins are on decks 6 and 7, and have twin beds that convert to a queen-size double bed, a sitting area, an en suite with a WC and a shower, and a balcony. They cover around 15 to 16 m² and if there are 4 of you, you’ll also get a sofa-bed. **Deluxe Balcony** (Code: ZDB02) Deluxe Balcony **Standard Balcony** (Code: ZBL01) Standard Balcony ### Suite Cabins **Junior Suite** (Code: ZJS02) Junior Suites on Deck 8 sleep up to 4. They’ve got twin beds that can convert to a queen-size double bed, and a sitting area, as well as a bathroom with a WC and shower, and a balcony. If there are 4 of you, you’ll also get a sofa-bed. These cabins measure around 21m2. **Royal Suite** (Code: ZRS01) The most luxurious cabin measures up at a huge 92m2, and sleeps up to 4. It comes with a separate living room with a sofa-bed, a bedroom with a king-size bed, and an en suite with a WC and a shower. Swish extras come in the form of a baby grand piano and a whirlpool bath. Expect plenty of light cour... ## Ship Information ### Marella Discovery Marella Discovery is one of our biggest ships, with highlights like an outdoor cinema, a rock climbing wall, a mini-golf course, five-storey atrium and an indoor pool. You can expect all the Marella Cruises trademarks, like a fantastic dining scene, a show lounge to rival the West End, and smart, contemporary interiors. And the best bit - on Marella Discovery, everyone goes All Inclusive. This means your drinks, including prosecco and cider, plus meals in five restaurants and most onboard activities will all be part of the deal. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 1,830 | | Crew | 760 | | Gross Tonnage | 69,130.0 | | Length | 0.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 918 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Entertainment - **Squid & Anchor**: Fast Facts: Quizzes Gameshows Marella's Own Pub at Sea If you’re craving a taste of home, our pub at sea should do the trick. It’s a modern take on a... - **Indoor Pool**: Marella Discovery’s indoor pool comes with a huge glass canopy roof, and rows of comfortable loungers. - **Whirlpools**: You’ll find two relaxing whirlpool baths on Deck 9. - **Live Room**: Fast Facts: Nightly Live Music Big selection of on-tap beers Flagship Bar Marella Discovery’s flagship watering hole is our most spacious and modern,... - **Atrium**: The heart of the ship is taken over by a spectacular five-storey atrium. Think panoramic windows, mood lighting, and Willy Wonka-esque glass lifts. Lo... ### Technology - **The Navigate App**: The Navigate App Once you're onboard, open up your smartphone's web browser to use the Navigate App. There's no download necessary and it lets you boo... - **Reception**: We’re open around the clock for anything you need. - **Medical Centre**: Opening times: 9:00-10:30 and 16:30-18:00 If you’re not feeling well, pay a visit to the Medical Centre. It’s open between 8am and 10am and 6pm and 8... - **Destination Services**: Our Destination Services team can talk to you about our ports of call, help you decide which excursions are right for you, and book you onto your next... ### Food and Drink - **Sushi Bar**: Fast Facts: Speciality Dining Pre-Bookable Chargeable Spicy tuna rolls, salmon sashimi and seabass nigiri are all on the menu at this sushi bar, whic... - **Kora La**: Fast Facts: Pan-Asian Cuisine Pre-Bookable Chargeable Our signature pan-Asian speciality restaurant makes an appearance onboard Marella Discovery. Yo... - **Islands**: Fast Facts: Buffet Restaurant Themed Dinners Included Big buffet spreads are laid out in this restaurant, with show-cooking stations on-hand to offer... - **Surf & Turf Steakhouse**: Fast Facts: Steakhouse Pre-Bookable Chargeable As its name suggests, this speciality restaurant majors in the likes of marbled steaks and meaty lobst... - **Atrium Bar**: Fast Facts: Live Music Relaxing Atmosphere Bespoke Drinks Menu Grab a seat – and a glass of bubbles – at this classy bar, and you’ll have a great vie... ### Relaxation - **Oceans Spa and Beauty Salon***: If you fancy getting glammed up for the weekly Dress to Impress night, pop in to the salon for a manicure or hair up-do. Alternatively, spoil yourself... ### Recreational - **Baby Centre**: If you’ve got tots in tow, there’s a dedicated space where you can go feed and entertain them. ### Fitness - **Oceans Gym**: Enjoy a workout in the fleet’s largest gym, before working up an even bigger sweat in the sauna. - **Jogging track**: Burn some calories on a run around deck 10. ## Ports of Call ### La Romana *Coordinates: 18.4889, -68.954* A Caribbean and Latin-fused favourite, it’s easy to see why Columbus labelled the Dominican Republic as ‘the fairest land under heaven’. It’s got all the tropical ingredients you could wish for. And this southeast corner is no exception. Shop for jewellery made of locally mined amber. Feast on the Spanish, African and Taino cuisine. Or explore the Chavron River, which landed a starring rol... ### Santo Domingo *Coordinates: 18.479, -69.8908* Santo Domingo is the capital of the Dominican Republic and one of the Caribbean's oldest cities. Its walled, cobblestoned historic core, the Zona Colonial, has buildings that date to the 1500s, including the cathedral, which was the first built in the New World. On the cafe-lined Plaza de España is the Alcázar de Colón palace. It’s now one of the city’s many museums, displaying notable medi... ### Oranjestad, Aruba *Coordinates: 12.519, -70.037* Nowhere showcases Aruba’s Dutch roots quite like Oranjestad. With its gable-topped houses and colonial clock towers, the island’s good-looking capital is like a little slice of Amsterdam. Of course, it’s got some only-in-the-Caribbean touches, too. Palm trees flutter in the breeze. Hourglass-fine sands stretch on for miles. And colourful wooden huts serve up a winning combination of fresh se... ### Willemstad, Curacao *Coordinates: 12.1167, -68.9333* This little Dutch island is slowly beginning to creep onto the tourist radar, and for good reason. It offers up an unbeatable mix of footprint-free beaches and pretty colonial towns. The storybook port of Willemstad leads the pack, with its candy-coloured, red-roofed houses that gild the downtown area. It’s such an impressive sight, UNESCO have even granted the town a place on its World Heritage... ### Kralendijk, Bonaire *Coordinates: 12.1507, -68.2767* If you’re in any doubt concerning what Bonaire’s all about, just look at an island number plate – above every registration number you’ll find the words ‘Divers’ Paradise’. This island in the Leeward Antilles is consistently rated as one of the best dive and snorkelling destinations in the world. Shipwrecks, tropical fish and seahorses are ripe in the waters that surround the island. ... ### San Juan *Coordinates: 18.4665, -66.1183* ### Charlotte Amalie, U.S Virgin Islands *Coordinates: 18.3419, -64.9307* Charlotte Amalie is a city and cruise ship port on the Caribbean island of St. Thomas. It is the capital of the U.S. Virgin Islands. Its Danish colonial architecture includes Blackbeard’s Castle, a 1600s watchtower. The 99 Steps ascend to the tower, which has panoramic views. ### Frederiksted, U.S Virgin Islands *Coordinates: 17.7117, -64.8819* Frederiksted is both the town and one of the two administrative districts of St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. It is a grid-planned city, designed by surveyor Jens Beckfor, originally to 14x14 blocks but built 7x7 to enhance the island commerce in the 1700s. ### Ponce, Puerto Rico *Coordinates: 18.0111, -66.6141* ### Isla Catalina *Coordinates: 18.3541, -69.0076* ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2243709 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2243709 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2243709.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2243709/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/marella-cruises/marella-discovery/other/40500.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 07:17:46 UTC