Bliss Barcelona/Casablanca Voyage * June 4 - 11, 2022
Couples only, clothing-optional, lifestyle-friendly (Nudity/participation is not compulsory).
Barcelona to Malaga, Cadiz, Casablanca (Morocco) and Valencia + 2 Sea Days - 351 cabins/suites
Reservations: Shop, Look and Book On-Line or Call (281) 465-4960 or text/call 800-470-2020
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Health Alert - Spain See: https://www.azamara.com/booked-guests/before-you-board/explore-well-at-sea
To ensure the safety and health of our guests and crew members, all guests must be fully vaccinated at least 14 days before sailing with all required COVID-19 vaccine doses. We strongly recommend that all fully vaccinated guests receive a booster dose when they become eligible to do so. Starting March 1, all vaccinated guests eligible for a booster, are required to have their booster dose in order to sail with Azamara. All crew members are fully vaccinated, have received booster shots when eligible, and are tested frequently.
See official posted Bliss Covid sailing and testing statement at: Spain-Morrocco Voyage
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DISCLAIMER:
Bliss Cruise charters are for adults, clothing optional couples only 21 years of age and older. These charters are lifestyle friendly but nudity or participation is completely voluntary and not compulsory. If revealing costumes, adult themes, sensual behavior among adults in private or nudity may offend you, please contact your travel advisor for options to visit other adult venues.
Reservations: Shop, Look and Book On-Line or Call (281) 465-4960 or text/call 800-470-2020
Bliss Cruise is America’s largest adult couples only, a full-ship clothing-optional charter entertainment company with itineraries sailing from Florida to the Eastern, Western and Southern Caribbean, in addition to European voyages. The cruises attract many open-minded groups such as lifestyle couples, nudists and exhibitionists as well as curious couples looking to experience something different from the conventional cruise vacation where they can choose to enjoy the voyage without compulsory participation.
Castaways staff will be sailing with you to enhance your experience onboard, including owners, James & Champagne plus Jennifer and Marylin. Take time to visit the spectaculer city of Barcelona. See this list of 31 Things To Do in the city.
Sail on this historic occasion to Africa, Morocco, and Casablanca. As an added bonus, on its way to and from Africa and Casablanca, your ship should pass the rock and country of Gibraltar, an astounding sight to see up close.
Yes, we've been there. To reach Gibraltar from the Spanish side, we parked our car at the border and walked across the Gibraltar airport runway to enter the city, a unique experience in between flights (thankfully not very often).
Aerial view of Gibraltar
Extend your holiday while you're there: Visit other European destinations or return to Morocco after your cruise. Direct flights from Madrid or Barcelona are less than a couple of hours. From either city to Marrakesh, a little over 2 hours.
Our staff at Castaways' parent company, Fox Travel can customize your holiday extension and arrange flights, transfers, and travel insurance. The Award-winning: Fox Travel, selling preferred travel suppliers
Scroll down to view photos of our recent Morocco adventure.
Bliss Ship - At A Glance
Number of Cabins: 351 Upscale Staterooms and Suites
This Bliss Cruise charter visits two continents: Spanish Europe and Africa including some of the most fascinating ports of call for 8 days/7 nights sailing round trip from Barcelona, Spain. Spanish ports offer anchorages off the beaten path such as Cadiz topped off with a thrilling port of call in Casablanca, Morocco.
Yes, we've been both places and you'll love it. We've traveled the Spanish continent, Portugal and spent nearly two weeks recently in Morocco touring villages, the country side and cities including: Casablanca, Marrakesh, Fez, Rabat, Meknes and the Atlas mountains. We also spent a day and overnight in the Sahara in a Berber tent.
This Spanish/Moroccan adventure at sea will connect you to the countries' authentic heart of local life and culture while the days at sea offer connections to other open-minded, adventurous couples.
The ship features two specialty restaurants, concierge amenities, a piano bar and a wine bar, plus a Spa and Wellness Center, a coffee café, live entertainment throughout the ship, daily enrichment programs (like wine and champagne tasting), and this is only the "short list." And did we mention bar drinks are included? Make new friends to warm up the evening before dinner or celebrate all in this trendy hot spot before more mischief and dancing or whatever your choice of night life might be.
Finally, Bliss Cruise adds our mischievous touch to enhance your on board experience with the following:
• Adults 21 or older only which means (No children, but you can act like it)!
• Meet & Greets to help you break the ice and meet new couples.
• Evening entertainment and late night dancing.
• Sensual theme nights to add a little extra fun to dressing up & heading out for the night.
Itinerary
Enjoy 8 Days and 7 Nights
It's been our experience that the cruise line offers unique destination-immersive experiencefor guests that love to sail, travel and explore. Bliss Cruise provides you with a special touch on this experience with an 8 day/7 night Spain intensive voyage that departs from Barcelona and highlights a stop in Casablanca, Morocco. Yes, did we mention: We've been there?
The ship sails from Barcelona at 6:00 pm but it is strongly recommended that you arrive the day before so you don't miss the ship due to flight or other travel delays. This Bliss charter returns to Barcelona early in the morning for a planned debarkation at about 8:00 AM, subject to change. Plan to extend your trip to the Continent to add on your adventure by a return flight to Morocco or visitng other European or Mediterranean destinations.
Plan flight after to 1:00 PM or stay in Barcelona, a fabulous city, one of our favorites in Europe. To extend your holiday, contact our Travel Advisors at Fox Travel, our parent company selling preferred travel suppliers, resorts, packages, airlines and cruises.
See some interesting reading about Barcelona's Sight seeing, restaurants, tapas bars, hotels and nude beaches here.
* Ports of call and times are subject to change without notice.
| Date | Port | Arrival Time |
Departure Time |
| June 4, 2022 Saturday |
Barcelona, Spain | 6 PM | |
| June 5, 2022 Sunday |
Sea Day | ||
| June 6, 2022 Monday |
Malaga, Spain |
8 AM | 7 PM |
| Jun 7, 2022 Tuesday |
Cadiz, Spain |
8 AM | 8 PM |
| June 8, 2022 Wednesday |
Casablanca, Morocco |
8 AM | 10 PM |
| June 9, 2022 Thursday |
Sea Day | ||
| June 10, 2022 Friday |
Valencia, Spain |
10 AM | 7 PM |
| June 11, 2022 Saturday |
Barcelona, Spain |
7 AM |
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona is one of the most impressive of all European and Spanish cities....incredibily unique with its bustling port, famous water front plus ancient medieval, Gothic ruins coupled with modern architecture, art museums and style around every corner, including the former Olympic village from the 1992 games.
You can marvel at Gaudi's Sagrada Familia or enjoy the shady, tree-lined Las Ramblas boulevard with famous stores, a bustling day market and forget credit card worries for some of the city's best shopping and cafes. If you have time, visit the 4 Cats restaurant near the square. Enjoy original paintings by famous artists who traded their work for a meal, including Picasso.
Cadiz, Spain
In Cadiz, cobblestone streets connect café-filled squares, where you can sip a wine, coffee or beer while soaking up the Moorish architecture. Or visit Seville, famous for bullfighting, flamenco, fiesta and the final resting place of Christopher Columbus.
Cadiz also has a rich history combining Spanish and Moroccan based old quarters and landmarks – an ornamented cathedral and the Alcazar palace, decorated in Moorish style. Sometimes, it's hard to tell if you're witnessing Roman or Morrocan influence in architecture and styles....but a treat nevertheless. Last time we were there, after a hot day of sight seeing, the most memorable relaxation after a hard day of touring was a cold beer.
Malaga, Spain
Málaga is like a beautiful work of art since it's the birthplace of Picasso where his museum commemorating his creations and life is located, a not-to-be-missed destination for art lovers. Visit the city’s Alcazaba, a 11th-century citadel that is home to three palaces, lush gardens, and opulent fountains.
Casablanca, Morocco
Casablanca is a bustling port city and commercial center in western Morocco on the shores of the eastern Atlantic Ocean. The city's French colonial influence is present in its downtown Mauresque architecture, a blend of Moorish style and European art deco. The giant Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, features a dominant minaret, almost 700 feet tall with lasers directed toward Mecca.
The most enjoyable memory and highlight of our previous visit to Casablanca is dining with friends at the famous Rick's Cafe (inspired by the original movie, "Casablanca")where we met the creator/owner, Kathy Kriger, who passed away in July 2018. See her below with Champagne. We visited with her several more times at Travel Trade Association meetings in Europe and Seville. She began her career as a Travel Agent in Portland, OR and later joined the U.S. Government as a Commercial Advisor overseas.
Other photos below include Atlas Studios(World's largest film and movie set), a desert kasbah, an overnight in the Sahara desert Berber tent followed by a pre-dawn camel ride. Plus: Snow in Morocco (true-there's even a ski lodge), a colorful local senior citizen, Marrakesh market with snake charmers and more.
Valencia, Spain
Marvel at the stunning mix of innovative architecture and gothic beauty when you visit Valencia. This Spanish city is home to many avant-garde buildings, including the breathtaking City of Arts and Sciences cultural complex.
Elsewhere, palaces and mansions constructed in the 15th century dot the cityscape, while The Silk Exchange resembles a medieval fortress housing many mysterious carvings.
Cruise Details plus Frequently Asked Questions
Read, please: Don't skip this section if you have purchased your stateroom
Travel Protection Insurance
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Theme Nights
To overnight pool events, Day 1 and 4 as the next days are sea days being sensitive to ports.
Day 1: Seductive Pirates of the Mediterranean (1st Night Pool Party Event) Ahoy pirates and wenches of the world. There are treasures in the lifestyle. Come discover for yourself!
Day 2: Roaring 20's Great Gatsby/Formal Night - Get those swinging flapper costumes ready.
Day 3: Disco Never Dies - Get your dance shoes going under the Disco ball.
Day 4: Running With The Bulls - The bulls are on the loose for this themed night made famous right here in Spain. Gents, wear traditional white with a hint of red.
Day 5: Naughty Neon (Late Night Pool Party Event) - Light up the night with your best neon and glow outfits.
Day 6: Arabian Nights - It's your chance to play with the Aladdin and Jasmine in all of us. It's sure to be a sexy night on this lifestyle magic carpet ride.
Day 7: The Lady in Red Farewell Dance Party
Deck Plans and Ship Details
The ship is a mid-sized, intimate vessel with a deck plan directed to the needs of upscale voyagers. Deck layout and public space designs provide comfortable venues for socializing in the bars, restaurants and lounges. Around the pool you'll enjoy space to avoid crowding and relax where the professional staff is there to provide a complimentary bottled water, soft drink or fresh towel. Suites and staterooms feature modern amenities, furnishings, and European linens.
A hall mark of this ships' design is its abundance of luxurious staterooms with balconies, a perfect setting for coffee or breakfast outside or a cocktail or two in the evening before exploring what the night has to offer at dinner and later for dancing and adult fun.
- Contemporary yet classic, stylish yet refined, the transformed staterooms and suites create a fresh and elegant feel.
- Relax, rejuvenate and revitalize in the peaceful retreat of The Sanctum Spa.
- Tempt your tastebuds and tantalize your senses in more ways than one.
- Look forward to 5 luscious dining venues including: Discoveries Restaurant – À la carte main dining
The Patio – casual snacks and dining
Windows Café – casual snacks and dining
Mosaic Café @ Mosaic Night – Specialty teas, snacks and coffee
Sunset Veranda – casual snacks and drinks - Two specialty restaurants are included for suite guests. For other stateroom classifications, a $40 USD/person cover is charged to your cabin. You’re invited to the top deck for top shelf specialty dining choices.
- Prime C – Signature steakhouse and Aqualina – Mediterranean
Just The Facts
- 351 Cabins: 46 Suites, 201 Ocean View Balconies, 78 Ocean View, 26 Interior stateroom
- Gross Tonnage 30,277
- Dimensions: 592 feet long
- Girth 84 feet wide
- Cruises 18,.5 knots
- Electric Power 110/220 AC
- Staff, Crew, and Officers: 408
- Total Occupancy 704 (double occupancy)
Features of the Fleet
- New dark blue hulls
- Updated carpeting and upholstery
- Re-surfaced pool with new sun loungers and pool towels
- New bedding in all suites and staterooms
- Refurbished balconies with upgraded furniture
- Caviar and champagne bar in Aqualina
- Chef's Table concept with three wine menus–Italian, French and Californian
- Fresh Nespresso coffee for purchase at Mosaic Café
- Modern color combos in Mosaic Café, Discoveries Restaurant and Lounge
- Enhanced, upgraded steam room and showers
- State-of-the-art Life Fitness equipment
Click to enlarge deck plans
Cabins Rates and Descriptions
Polished style and service features are evident in each suite and stateroom such as Egyptian cotton bed linen, terrycloth bathrobes and slippers, fine toiletries and perfumed room sprays.
Rates include all meals with basic drinks such as water, coffee and tea. You also have access to all seminars, events, parties and entertainment. There will be an additional fee added to your invoice which covers the port charges, government taxes, basic gratuities, admin fees and security fees shown below.
Port charges and taxes, per person
- $425/person - cabins - port charges and taxes
- $525/person - suites - port charges and taxes
Terms & Conditions
Schedule of Payments
Deposit: Due at the time of booking
Payment: Due on or before June 4, 2020
Payment: Due on or before March 4, 2021
Final: Due on or before November 4, 2021
* Payment schedule will be adjusted accordingly as we pass the dates set above.
Cancellation Fees
Up to June 1, 2020: $125.00 pp ($250.00 pp for Suites)
Up to March 1, 2021: $350.00 pp ($750.00 pp for Suites)
Up to July 1, 2021: $750.00 pp ($1,250.00 pp for Suites)
Up to October 1, 2021: $1,250.00 pp ($1,750.00 pp for Suites)
After October 1, 2021: NO REFUND
* Cancellation policy dates remain the same regardless of your booking date.
* Cancellations must be in writing by emailing your cancellation request to [email protected].
Bliss Cruise and Castaways Travel passengers are subject to these Terms and Conditions.
Terms & Conditions - Castaways Travel's Adults-Only Getaways When you approve, complete your reservation, authorize and make your payment to Castaways Travel, you agree you have read, understand and will abide by the Terms & Conditions of Castaways Travel and its parent company's Terms & Conditions of Fox Travel/Fox Ascoli Travel, Inc. and the Azamara Cruises and cabin you have chosen.
You agree in writing to pay for your cruise you authorize Castaways Travel to arrange by entering into a contract for Castaways' services, to refrain from requesting a chargeback from your credit card company and agree to be subject to cancellation terms, penalties and fees from both Castaways, Fox Travel, Fox Travel Ascoli Travel, Inc. and travel suppliers, vendors and Azamara Cruises.
All Terms, Conditions, Rates, Pricing, Itinerary, Amenities, Activities, and Shore Excursions are subject to change by Azamara Cruises, Bliss Cruise, Castaways Travel and Fox Travel and Fox Ascoli Travel, Inc
Additional Policies
Additional Costs
Additional fees are required for every person. The fees will reflect port charges, government taxes, doc fees, gratuities and security fees. These will be as follows:
- $425/person for all Staterooms
- $525/per person for all Suites
- A beverage package including bar drinks is included
- Rare or super-premium liquors extra
Additional Passengers
Not applicable to this charter.
Singles Policy
- Any person showing up at the port without their partner shall not be admitted onto the ship and will not be entitled to any refund whatsoever.
Additional Details
Booking Details
- The cabin cost includes all meals, except in specialty restaurants, and basic poured drinks such as water, coffee, and tea.
- Beverage and amenity packages are subject to automatic gratuity charge.
Special Offers - Excludes Offers from the Cruise Line on Regularly Scheduled Voyages
Any cabin purchased from Bliss Cruise, or one of its Travel Affiliates, is for the cabin ONLY. Any special pricing, promotions, amenities, offers or discounts of any type available from the cruise line for one of its regularly scheduled voyages are not part of the Bliss Cruise program and will not apply. In addition, some cabins may have different amenities during a Bliss Cruise charter.
Don't Pack
For the safety of our guests and crew, there are certain items that are not permitted onboard. If found, they will be confiscated. Alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, flammable liquids, explosives, and dangerous chemicals will be claimed and not returned. Prohibited items are at the discretion of the Chief Security Officer, the Staff Captain or Bliss Managers and include, but are not limited to:
- Illegal drugs, paraphernalia, and banned substances
- Candles, incense, coffee makers, clothes irons, travel steamers and hot plates (Items that generate heat or produce an open flame. This includes the previous list plus heating pads, incense and any other item that may create a fire hazard. NOTE: The only exception to this policy are curling irons and hair straighteners. Matches and normal lighters are allowed on board. However "torch lighters" and novelty lighters that look like guns are not allowed on board. Torch lighters emit a powerful concentrated flame, and are therefore prohibited.)
- Electrical extension or power cords
- Firearms, guns, and ammunition, including realistic replicas
- Sharp objects, including knives and scissors*
- Self-defense items, including handcuffs, pepper spray, and nightsticks
- Alcoholic beverages** (Note: Alcoholic beverages that are purchased in ports-of-call or from shops onboard will be stored by the ship and delivered to you on the last day of the sailing.)
- Please refer to the cruise line's website for the complete list of prohibited items.
* Personal grooming items such as safety razors are allowed. Scissors with blades less than four inches are allowed.
Optional Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing optional travel protection insurance for your upcoming cruise. There are hundreds of circumstances that could cause you to cancel your trip, return home early or force you to seek emergency medical treatment while traveling. Travel insurance offers coverage for unforeseen problems such as an unexpected financial change or scheduling conflict, a canceled flight or a serious illness. See this: Why Do I Need Travel Protection Insurance?
Theme Nights
You just can't have a lifestyle event without having a fun, surprising theme for each night! Although you're never required to dress for theme nights, it can add some extra fun to the evening and perhaps get something started. The Barcelona/Casablanca Bliss charter themes have not been announced yet but once they are, we will surely post them. Speaking of Morocco and Casablanca, let your imagination start bubbling...surely you can think of a theme for "Casablanca."
Pre/Post Cruise Information
To be safe, arrive the night before the cruise so you don't miss the boat. And Castaways Travel and its parent company, Fox Travel, will make arrangements at a hotel to stay the night before the cruise. We'll be hosting a pre-cruise Meet & Greet Reception to give everyone the opportunity to start getting to know each other with whom you will be sailing the open waters.
Details for the hotel, Meet & Greet Reception and shuttle service have not been finalized for this cruise.
Pre/Post Cruise Holiday Extensions
Castaways' parent company, Fox Travel - Associate, American Express, can assist you with your turn-key plans to add a holiday before or after your Bliss Cruise. Our professional staff of travel advisors has visited Europe, Africa, the U.K., Scandinavia, the Baltics and cruise the Med and the North Sea extensively. In addition, owners Champagne and James, have visited and traveled extensively in Morocco and know the country including camping in the desert.
Morocco is the crossroads of West Africa, Sahara, Europe and the Mediterranean. In fact, Morocco is the only African nation with two coasts: Facing the Atlantic to the west and the Med to the north. This country of 34 million population is an independent, stable and progressive nation governed by a constitutional monarchy. The ancient area has been inhabited from 190,000 to 90,000 B.C. to the present time. Cities we visited include: Casablanca (and dined at Rick's Cafe), Marrakesh, Fez, Rabat, Meknes, the Atlas Mountains and the world's largest: Atlas (movie) Studios in Ouarzazate
Reservations
There are 3 ways to book your cruise: online using our interactive booking system or by phone at (281) 465-4960 or 800-470-2020.
How to Book Online - You can
- Make a reservation and contact Castaways to apply payment
- OR: Make the reservation and pay your deposit on line.
- OR: Call Castaways and we'll do it all for you.
1. Click on the number of guests sharing your cabin
2. Choose a deck level
3. Select your stateroom or suite
4. Review your choice
5. Register your account
6. Confirm your reservation details
7. Apply a payment (You may also simply make your reservation and pay later or call Castaways to arrange payment)
Have credit card information on hand to make a deposit and confirm your stateroom or suite. Use your legal passport names and Date of Birth for all guests.
Booking Considerations
Cabin Type
Do you prefer a stateroom with or without a window? Cabins without a window are normally located on the interior corridor of the ship. Balcony staterooms include an outside patio or deck area where the scenery can be enjoyed outdoors. Suites include a extra square footage plus sleeping and dining areas with additional amenities. ** If someone in your party is prone to motion sickness, choose a cabin in a lower level and in the mid ship range.
Stateroom Size
Being comfortable is important when sailing on a week-long cruise. Will you be in your stateroom often? Do you want to drink coffee (ora Bloody Mary) on your balcony? A small stateroom without a window isn't a good fit for passengers might be claustrophobic Try to anticipate your needs ahead of time and book a cabin size that fits your preferences
Extras and Amenities
Staterooms and suites offer a range of amenities from Concierge services, to menu upgrades and spa access, to wet bars and butlers in the Suite class. Decide on which perks will make your vacation complete before choosing a cabin.
For additional information, or to book by phone, please call (281) 465-4960 or 800-470-2020. You may also text so let us know.
See worldwide health protocols (subject to change, not guaranteed) at International Travel Documentation Required by Country
Reservations:
800-470-2020, (281) 465-4960
Price is per person, double occupancy