Correction: An earlier draft said the 2026 Mediterranean season would grow by 27% and that three operators had added 22 new sailings. Those claims are withdrawn because no primary dataset was found to support them.
How should programmes be compared?
Choose the travel date and actual embarkation port first. Then compare ship, nights, time in port and sea days. The “Mediterranean” label can cover very different Western Mediterranean, Greek islands, Adriatic or Türkiye-inclusive products.
Take care with fare comparisons
Check whether the starting fare includes taxes, gratuities, drinks, internet, speciality dining and transport. Occupancy and promotions change, so use the total shown when booking instead of undated percentages.
Related: season calendar · itinerary comparison.
