This European gay cruise Produced by La Demence on board of Sovereign will bring you to the sunny Spanish Mediterranean Sea. Offering a perfect mix of culture, relaxation and outstanding open air summer parties, this is your best holiday option. The Cruise, is the best gay holiday experience ever!
Sailing from the gay summer magnet, The Cruise by La Demence takes you into an epic journey to discover Andalusian Jewels, sail through the Strait of Gibraltar to visit the port from where the New Word was conquered. To later relax, on the trendiest island in the Mediterranean Sea, before heading to the word's famous 'Paella' hometown! Let's discover together why Spain is the best. Viva España!
The Experience
Unique
Experience our friendly village atmosphere in a custom-tailored holiday you won't find anywhere else.
Unforgettable
Create moments and encounters you will remember the rest of your life.
Unexpected
Exciting ports of call. Wild parties and new friends. Quiet moments alone with the sea. Open yourself each day to new surprises.
The Ship
Our friendly space. For our 6th edition, we go back to the spaciousness, comfort and amazing views of the Sovereign. A ship offering the perfect size for our community feeling, that we all love so much.
So join us on Sovereign, our biggest ship, operated by Pullmantur Cruise Lines.
• 2.324 passenger capacity
• 5-story Central Atrium
• Double Pools
• 360° Panoramic Bar
• Expanded Gym
• Asian Fusion / Sushi Restaurant
The Cabins
A range of cabins to fit your style
The Cruise offers a selection of private homes at sea, so you can choose the one that best suits your style and pocketbook.
One of our luxury suites with a private balcony? A comfortable interior cabin for the budget traveller? A sea view? The choice is yours.
All cabins provide you with a private en-suite bathroom, dressing table, television, safe box, hair dryer and 220V outlets.
The Experience
Laugh. Chill. Explore.
We supply everything, but you are the artist. A rich palette of possibilities has been carefully assembled for you: fabulous shore visits, good food, dozens of on-board activities, entertainments and parties, plus always the option to sit back and do absolutely nothing.
On The Cruise, we set up the canvas and hand you the brush,
so you can paint the perfect holiday by following your own inspiration, each moment.
Relax: Water + sSun
The ship has left the pier.
Leave your shore-bound life behind.
On board this floating Mediterranean village, two large pools, two jacuzzis and sundecks for every taste, guarantee you will get all the sun
and water you want.
Afternoons, DJs spin chilled lounge music around the pools. Relax with new and old friends, take a dip, chat, order a refreshing drink. Or slip away to one of our quiet decks, where all you hear is the sound of the breeze and the sea. If tan lines aren't your thing, head up to our highest deck—a discrete haven for nude sunbathers.
Eat Well
Eat what you like, when you like.
Feel like a midnight snack,
formal dinner or healthy lunch?
The choice is yours.
With five restaurants on board plus room service, you will never go hungry.
The Sovereign features two à-la-carte dinner restaurants (also serving lunch on days we are at sea), a full buffet with extended opening hours,
and a 24-hour snack buffet.
Try the specialty restaurant Wú Fusion, an Asian fusion and sushi restaurant—reservations recommended!
Daytime Fun
When (and if) you're ready
to leave your deck chair,
we're ready for some fun.
Sporty? Head to the ocean-view gym, test your grip on the climbing wall or challenge a friend to a game of paddle tennis. Want pampering? Book a treatment at the Spa and Beauty Salon. Did you meet someone you'd like to sit in the dark with? Sneak into the 24-hour cinema. Shopaholic? Eight duty free shops are calling.
In addition, we organize fun activities like the Mister The Cruise competition, the hilarious "High Heels Run", a treasure hunt, singles games and much more.
Entertain Me
Once again this year,
we add our own specialty entertainment
to the ship's excellent offerings.
Laugh with Koka, La Prohibida, Maman and her girls.
Thrill at the unstoppable voice of La Diva Live. In addition, marvel at the shows offered in the Broadway Theatre by the ship's international team of professional dancers and singers.
Prefer to make your own fun? Test your talent in the karaoke bar or try your luck at the on-board casino.
Or enjoy the cocktails for groups (singles, nationalities, ...) in the spectacular 360° Panoramic Bar.
Naughty/Nice Parties
Sunset Tea Dance 18:00 till 21:00
The perfect way to celebrate another day of blissful relaxation at sea and intriguing adventures on shore. Gather for some light-hearted fun as the light turns to gold.
Night Party Midnight till sunrise
Dance the night away under the stars in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea, to the beats of the best LA DEMENCE DJs. We greet the magic moment of sunrise with a last dance. Open air cruising zone.
After Party Sunrise till ...
Not ready for the party to end? Or just waking up and feel like dancing your way to breakfast? Head to the ship's disco for our after party. With darkroom.
DJs on board
to be announced soon
The Single Experience
Every year, we welcome hundreds of singles on board.
Join us! Some just love to do their own thing. For the others, we offer several opportunities to make new friends or strike up a romance. From singles dinner tables to mix-and-mingle cocktail hours, we help you connect. The ship itself does the rest of the work—the warm, friendly village atmosphere means you won't find yourself alone unless you choose to create some "me" time.
Most of our single friends share a cabin with someone they didn't know before. And while many say they were nervous about this at the start, by the end they rush to tell us what a wonderful time they had with their roommate. If you join our "single share program", you will share the cabin with someone of your age.
The Sovereign
Space. Large Choice. Still Friendly The Cruise is known for its friendly atmosphere, the more intimate setting of its mid-size ships and its ability to stop at exclusive ports.
This year, for our 6th edition, we go back to the spaciousness, comfort and amazing views of the Sovereign. A ship offering the perfect size for our community feeling, that we all love so much.
So, join us in this epic journey and enjoy the 5-storey central atrium and the 12 decks offering a room for 2.324 passengers, The Sovereign is our biggest ship, operated by Pullmantur Cruise Lines.
The Pools
Resort amenities include double pools on deck - the perfect setting for relaxing, cooling off in the water and making new friends under the Mediterranean sun.
Get sporty at the climbing wall. Work out in the expanded gym with panoramic views of the sea. Challenge a mate to a game of paddle tennis, or go for a sunrise jog around the decks. There are plenty of options on board to stay active, have fun and keep fit.
With four bars plus poolside service, there are plenty of comfortable spots to enjoy a drink on board. So take a friend up to the spectacular 360º panoramic bar for a quiet conversation as the sea slips by, or gather a group at the piano bar to enjoy a few tunes before dinner. For the talented or simply fun loving, there is nightly karaoke as well.
• The Spinnaker piano bar
• 360° Panorama Bar
• Marina Bar
• Rendez-vous Bar and Lounge
The Restaurants
With five restaurants on board, you'll never go hungry. The Sovereign features two à-la-carte dinner restaurants (also serving lunch on days we are at sea), a full buffet with extended opening hours, and a 24-hour snack buffet. Try the specialty restaurant Wú Fusion, an Asian fusion and sushi restaurant—reservations recommended!
• El Guardiana Restaurant
• El Duero Restaurant
• Panorama Buffet
• The Grill Buffet
• Wú Restaurant Fusion Bar Lounge
Broadway Theatre
Once again this year, we add our own specialty entertainment to the ship's excellent offerings. Laugh with Koka, La Prohibida, Maman and her girls. Thrill at the unstoppable voice of La Diva Live. In addition, marvel at the spectacles offered every afternoon and evening by the ship's international team of professional dancers and singers.
The Atrium
At the heart of the ship, a gleaming central atrium rises five stories, ringed with duty free shops, lounges, a library, game room, business centre and many other amenities.
The Casino
Bring your 007 luck (or just your love for the thrill of the game)
to the ship's casino. Who knows—you might win big!.
Black Jack, Roulette, Poker, slot machines, … it is all there …
Perhaps the most gay-friendly city in Europe, the Catalan capital offers visitors a rich mix of unique textures, sights and experiences.
Lose yourself in the winding, medieval streets of Barrio Gótico.
Marvel at world-renowned architectural treasures like Gaudí's Guëll Park,
as well as striking contemporary creations like Aqbar Tower.
Show off your latest swimwear on the gay beaches of Barceloneta or Mar Bella.
Warm nights bring the city alive, so slip into a local bar to sample the tapas and hit the Eixample neighbourhood and discover why it's also called "Gayxample".
Must See:
• Sagrada Familia (Gaudí)
• Cable car from Montjuïc to Barceloneta
• La Boqueria market
Tips:
• Plan to stay extra days before and after the cruise; the city is worth it!
• Barcelona is big. Buy a "one day" metro ticket, take the hop-on hop-off bus or rent a bicycle.
Day 2 - July 10, 2016 Day At Sea
Slow down. Relax. Maybe visit the gym.
lay in the sun. Dangle your feet in the pool,
or enjoy one of the activities:
Mister The Cruise Election, games, cinema,...
Meet new friends…and get ready for the T-Dance Party!
Must Do
• An early morning yoga session under the sun
• Offer yourself a spa treatment
• Try the climbing wall
Day 3 - July 11, 2016 Malaga, Spain
With a population of almost 600.000, it is the second most populous city
of Andalusia, and the southernmost large city in Europe.
The tastefully restored historic center is a delight: its Gothic cathedral is surrounded by narrow pedestrian streets flanked by traditional and modern bars, and shops that range from family owned, to urban-chic and contemporary.
Very recently the Centre Pompidou Málaga was opened, and another very interesting museum is the one dedicated to Picasso, who was born in this city.
Must Do
• Walking tour: new port, Calle Larios, Mercado Central, Cathedral, Roman Theatre, Alcazaba
• Climb up to the Gibralfaro castle and enjoy the panoramic view
Tips
• Start the day with the visit of Ronda or Granada, and end with a walking tour in Malaga
• Try the local "fritura Malagueña": all kinds of fried fish.
Day 4 - July 12, 2016 Cadiz, Spain
Enjoying a unique site—on a narrow peninsula, Cádiz is,
in most respects, a typically Andalusian city witha wealth of attractive vistas and well-preserved historical landmarks.
While the Old City's street plan, consists of narrow winding alleys
connecting large plazas, the newer areas of Cádiz displays wide avenues and modern buildings.
The city is brighten with numerous parks where exotic plants flourish,
next to giant trees, supposedly brought to Spain by Columbus from the New World, since Cádiz was the port from which he was sailing out.
Must Do
• Spectacular Seville, the capital of Andalusia, with all its grandeur
• Typical Jerez de la Frontera, the city of sherry wine and horses, and visit one of the bodegas and ranches
Tips
• Start the day with the visit of Jerez or Seville, and end with a walking tour in Cádiz
• Try the typical "tortillita de camarones": a deep fried crêpe with little shrimps
Day 5 - July 13, 2016 Day At Sea
Luxuriate in a long day to hang out with your new friends,
enjoy the beauty of the wide blue sea and take full advantage of all the ship has to offer.
Must Do
• Participate to the hilarious "High Heels Run"
• Gather contact information from your new friends
Day 6 - July 14, 2016 Ibiza, Spain
This relatively small island has become famous for its associations with gay tourism and nightlife.
It is well known for its summer club parties and beaches. Less known is its nice countryside, home to old and new generations of hippies.
And last but not least: the beautiful Old Town is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Must Do
• Es Cavallet gay beach with its crystalline clear waters
• Climb up to the cathedral and have a panoramic view over the city and the island
• Have a drink on the terraces along the old city walls
Tips
• Start the day with the beach
• After sunset: visit the Old Town with its many restaurants, gay bars and terraces
Day 7 - July 15, 2016 Valencia, Spain
Valencia has a very rich history, with its Golden Age as a climax
(XVth Century), in which culture and the arts flourished.
Such a heritage is reflected by a multitude of impressive
buildings and monuments: the Cathedral, Palau de la Generalitat,
La Llotja de la Seda (UNESCO World Heritage Site),only to name a few.
Valencia is also very famous for the City of Arts and Sciences,
designed by Santiago Calatrava and Félix Candela,
one of the jewels of contemporary architecture.
Must Do
• Old city town in between the walls
• Valencia is the hometown of the paella!
Tips
• Visit the old town first. If you start with the City of Arts and Sciences
which is large complex of 5 buildings, you might have not enough time
to enjoy the historic area, which is even more amazing.
Royal Suite with Balcony (RS) Space, comfort and luxury
Invite new and old friends over for a private dinner and drinks, or to get ready for one of our famous pool parties. Throw open the doors to your balcony and take the party outside. Need some quiet time? When the guests have gone, or at the end of an exciting day of shore visits, claim all that space for yourself and relax on the balcony with the sunset.
However you choose to live in your home at sea,
space, comfort and luxury reign.
Deluxe Suite with Balcony (DS) A sanctuary offering both indoor and outdoor spaces
Put some music on. Change out of your shore visit clothes in your private dressing room. Depending on your mood, open the doors to the sea breeze and relax in your lounge area. Or step out onto the private balcony, put your feet up and enjoy the sunset with a refreshing drink
Grand Suite with Balcony (GS) At home on the high seas
Relax in your lounge area with your mate, comparing your photos of the day. Take an afternoon siesta to freshen up for an evening of dancing. Leave the doors open to the sea. Wake up and step out onto your private balcony to enjoy the sunset before dressing for dinner.
Junior Suite (JS) Open to the breeze
Getting excited for tonight's parties? Have friends over for drinks on your private balcony as another perfect Mediterranean evening softens the skies. Our best value for a balcony suite.
Exterior Deluxe Endless sea views
Enjoy full sea views from the window of this comfortable cabin.
Perhaps you're just back from your excursion, or or perhaps you never made it further than your deck chair by the pool. Either way, this cabin is your personal retreat to prepare for the parties or rest peacefully at the end of another fabulous day.
Exterior Superior Endless sea views
Only slightly smaller than the Exterior Deluxe, you'll still enjoy full sea views from the window of this comfortable cabin. Perhaps you're just back from your excursion, or or perhaps you never made it further than your deck chair by the pool. Either way, this cabin is your personal retreat to prepare for the parties or rest peacefully at the end of another fabulous day.
Exterior Porthole or Obstructed View Natural light + all the comforts
Plenty of natural light graces this comfortable cabin. You may have a sea view porthole, or a full-size window with a partially obstructed view.
Either way, you still have a window onto the world, and a crisp, clean cabin to welcome you back from the day's adventures.
Interior Superior Budget-pleasing value + all the comforts
Offering all the amenities and comfort of the exterior cabins,
at a price that leaves more in your pocket for a day of luxury during your visit ashore, or extra pampering at the ship's spa.
The Cruise by La Demence 2016 European Gay Cruise Rates
Category
Description
Price, per person EUR
Availability
RS - Royal Suite with balcony
Deck 10. 62 sq.m. (Balcony 13 sq.m). Separate room with double bed, living room, CD player, suite with balcony, double sofa bed. Bed measures: 180x200cm, cabin measures: 64.24m2, bathroom, cabin voltage: 220v, dressing table, television, safe box, hair dryer and minibar.
€ 6199
DS - Deluxe Suite with balcony
Deck 10. 41 sq.m. (Balcony 12 sq.m). Separate room with double bed, living room, CD player, suite with balcony, double sofa bed. Bed measures: 180x200cm, cabin measures: 41.43m2, bathroom, cabin voltage: 220v, dressing table, television, safe box, hair dryer and minibar.
€ 5199
GS - Grande Suite with balcony
Deck 10. 35 sq.m. (Balcony 8 sq.m). Separate room with double bed, living room, CD player, suite with balcony, double sofa bed. Bed measures: 180x200cm, cabin measures: 41.43m2, bathroom, cabin voltage: 220v, dressing table, television, safe box, hair dryer and minibar.
€ 4199
JS - Junior Suite with balcony
Deck 10. 25 sq.m. (Balcony 7 sq.m). Private balcony, double bed (convertible into two beds) and single sofa bed. Bed measures: 80x200cm, cabin measures: 24.52m2, bathroom, cabin voltage: 220v, dressing table, television, safe box, hair dryer.
€ 3029
JS* - Junior Suite with balcony (noise)
Deck 10. 25 sq.m. (Balcony 7 sq.m). Private balcony, double bed (convertible into two beds) and single sofa bed. Bed measures: 80x200cm, cabin measures: 24.52m2, bathroom, cabin voltage: 220v, dressing table, television, safe box, hair dryer.
€ 2469
A - Exterior Deluxe
Deck 9. 15 sq.m. Double bed (convertible into two beds) and upper bank. Bed measures: 80x200cm, cabin measures: 14.58m2, bathroom, cabin voltage: 220v, dressing table, television, safe box and hair dryer.
€ 1585
B - Exterior Superior
Deck 6. 11 sq.m. Double bed (convertible into two beds) and upper bank. Bed measures: 80x200cm, cabin measures: 11.33m2, bathroom, cabin voltage: 220v, dressing table, television, safe box and hair dryer.
€ 1499
C - Exterior Superior
Deck 5. 11 sq.m. Double bed (convertible into two beds) and upper bank. Bed measures: 80x200cm, cabin measures: 11.33m2, bathroom, cabin voltage: 220v, dressing table, television, safe box and hair dryer.
€ 1469
D - Exterior Superior
Deck 4. 11 sq.m. Double bed (convertible into two beds) and upper bank. Bed measures: 80x200cm, cabin measures: 11.33m2, bathroom, cabin voltage: 220v, dressing table, television, safe box and hair dryer.
€ 1429
F - Exterior with obstructed view
Deck 8. 11 sq.m. Double bed (convertible into two beds) and upper bank. Bed measures: 80x200cm, cabin measures: 11.33m2, bathroom, cabin voltage: 220v, dressing table, television, safe box, hair dryer and communicated cabins.
€ 1389
G - Exterior with obstructed view
Deck 7. 11 sq.m. Double bed (convertible into two beds). Bed measures: 80x200cm, cabin measures: 11.33m2, bathroom, cabin voltage: 220v, dressing table, television, safe box and hair dryer.
€ 1359
PH3 - Exterior Porthole
Deck 3. 11 sq.m. Double bed (convertible into two beds). Bed measures: 80x200cm, cabin measures: 11.33m2, bathroom, cabin voltage: 220v, dressing table, television, safe box and hair dryer.
€ 1299
PH2 - Exterior Porthole
Deck 2. 11 sq.m. Double bed (convertible into two beds). Bed measures: 80x200cm, cabin measures: 11.33m2, bathroom, cabin voltage: 220v, dressing table, television, safe box and hair dryer.
€ 1275
H - Interior Superior
Decks 5, 6, 7. 11 sq.m. Double bed (convertible into two beds) and upper bunk. Bed measures: 80x200cm, cabin measures: 11.05m2/16.57m2, bathroom, cabin voltage: 220v, dressing table, television, safe box hair dryer and adaptations for disabled people.
€ 1199
I - Interior Superior
Decks 4. 11 sq.m. Double bed (convertible into two beds) and upper bunk. Bed measures: 80x200cm, cabin measures: 11.05m2/16.57m2, bathroom, cabin voltage: 220v, dressing table, television, safe box hair dryer and adaptations for disabled people.
€ 1169
J - Interior Superior
Decks 3. 11 sq.m. Double bed (convertible into two beds) and upper bunk. Bed measures: 80x200cm, cabin measures: 11.05m2, bathroom, cabin voltage: 220v, dressing table, television, safe box and hair dryer.
€ 1159
K - Interior Superior
Decks 2. 11 sq.m. Double bed (convertible into two beds) and upper bunk. Bed measures: 80x200cm, cabin measures: 11.05m2, bathroom, cabin voltage: 220v, dressing table, television, safe box and hair dryer.
€ 1119
L - Interior Superior
Decks 2, 3, 4, 5. 11 sq.m. Double bed (convertible into two beds) and upper bunk. Bed measures: 80x200cm, cabin measures: 11.05m2, bathroom, cabin voltage: 220v, dressing table, television, safe box and hair dryer.
The 3rd and 4th passenger each pay a charge of € 500
Price per person based on a double occupancy.
It is possible to share a cabin with another single in category H, PH2 and C
It is possible to share a cabin with another single in category H, PH2 and C
Service charges are additional per person:
Categories L-H - €109; Categories PH2-PH3 - €119; Categories G-A - €129; Categories JS-RS - €179
3% payment card processing charge may apply, if paid by card.
Service charges of 72 € per person to be paid on board.
Prices Includes: 7 nights cruise with full board including non-alcoholic drinks
All parties, shows and entertainment
Prices DOES NOT INCLUDE: Transportation to and from the port of Barcelona
Alcoholic drinks and paying activities like Spa, casino, shops and excursions
Service charges & gratuities
