The northern coast of Spain offers a completely different atmosphere than the crowded ports of the Mediterranean. Santander, the capital of Cantabria, is a perfect example of this. It combines a traditional Spanish city with dramatic green coastlines, pristine beaches, and a mountain backdrop. Unlike industrial ports that require long bus rides to see anything…
San Sebastian de la Gomera is one of the easiest cruise stops in the Canary Islands for anyone who wants to explore without an organized tour group. As the capital of the small, circular island of La Gomera, the town wraps around a protected bay where ships tie up directly at the main pier. There…
Santa Cruz de la Palma is a compact, open-air museum that looks completely different from the high-rise resort capitals of neighboring Tenerife or Gran Canaria. Back in the 1500s, this town was the third-most important trade port in the world, connecting Europe with the Americas, and its colonial centre remains completely intact. For cruise passengers,…
Puerto del Rosario is the sun-baked, working capital of Fuerteventura, the second-largest and geologically oldest island in the Canary Islands archipelago. Unlike the sprawling, highly commercialized tourist hubs found on neighboring islands, this low-lying port town maintains a quiet, unhurried, and distinctly authentic Spanish atmosphere. The cruise facilities sit directly on the edge of the…
Arrecife is the low-lying, sun-bleached capital of Lanzarote, the most eastern of Spain’s Canary Islands – and easily our personal favorite. The entire island is famous for its dramatic, charcoal-black volcanic landscapes and jaw-dropping scenery. While the main cruise docks sit in a slightly gritty industrial harbor just outside of town, getting into the heart…
Santa Cruz de Tenerife is the vibrant co-capital of the Canary Islands, offering cruise passengers a dynamic mix of historical Spanish plazas, dramatic modern architecture, and towering volcanic landscapes. Located on the northeastern coast of Tenerife, the cruise port is integrated directly into the city waterfront. This central placement makes it incredibly simple to explore…
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria serves as a major cruise hub for Atlantic cruise routes, it has a bustling Spanish city atmosphere with the laid-back rhythm of the Canary Islands. Unlike many industrial cruise ports, this location puts you directly within the city limits. You can step off your ship and choose between a day…
On August 2, 2027, the “Eclipse of the Century” will cross the Mediterranean and North Africa, offering the longest totality duration of the 21st century. While the 2026 eclipse provides roughly 2 minutes of darkness, the 2027 event reaches a staggering 6 minutes and 23 seconds of totality. This is the second-longest eclipse in a…
On August 12, 2026, the first total solar eclipse in mainland Europe in 27 years will sweep across the North Atlantic and the Mediterranean. For travelers on a 2026 solar eclipse cruise, this isn’t just a summer holiday; it’s a front-row seat to one of nature’s most dramatic celestial shows. While thousands of spectators will…
