Are children welcome onboard Variety Cruises ships?
Aboard the Variety Cruises boats there are no recreational facilities for children and reservations for those under the age of five are not advised. Taking that into consideration please note that children onboard are their parents’ sole responsibility.
Are all the cruises LGBTQIA+ friendly?
All our cruises are friendly to all communities irrelevant of their background. In fact, we strive for diversity and are passionate about the diverse backgrounds of our team, guests, and the communities we visit. All of our boats are LGBTQIA+ friendly and our crew receive LGBTQIA+ training and respect all gender identifications. We are active citizens in terms of improving the rights of the LGBTQIA+ community as well as narrowing the gender gap between men and women in the employment space, as part of our mission with VARIETY CARES.
As our fleet of ships explores all corners of the world, although we generally hope to visit areas that are LGBTQIA+ friendly, in those areas where the traditions or rules do not favor members of our community, we will inform our guests of the local customs and safety issues, and ask that our guests be aware of such matters at their own responsibility. How we define a destination as LGBTQIA+ safe is whether a physical or online LGBTQIA+ information center is available for guests to peruse. For LGBTQIA+ specific themed sailings which we playfully call our “straight friendly” cruises as we value inclusivity in all directions, please visit our LIMITED COLLECTION section.
What is not included in my cruise cost?
Unless a specific package has been purchased, transfers to and from the vessel, shore excursions, wine, alcoholic beverages, telephone calls, gratuities, laundry service and items of a personal nature are not included and may be bought en route or are at a supplemental cost. There is a boutique on board some of our vessels. All onboard charges are in Euros, but USD and payments by card are also accepted (American Express is not accepted).
Gratuities are not included in our rates and are at our guests’ discretion. As a recommendation, satisfied customers are expected to leave between Euro 15-18 per person per day on the M/Y Variety Voyager and the M/Y Callisto, or Euro 13-15 per person per day on all other Variety Cruises Vessels. These tips are distributed to all crew members. Guests have the choice to adjust the amount of gratuities reflecting the level of satisfaction.
Are there any excursions offered?
Most of the shore excursions are not included in the cruise fares (please check the cruise description) and are available according to the cruise schedule/ports of call visited. Details are available in your cabin and provided also on a daily basis by the on board Cruise Coordinator. Shore excursions are subject to shore and weather conditions and based on a minimum participation.
What amenities will I find in my cabin?
All cabins have private, nicely appointed bathrooms with showers. All cabins are air-conditioned and fitted with central music and with telephone for intra-ship communication. All ships have in lounges TV’s with satellite channels with at least English speaking channels. There are hairdryers in each cabin. Also, almost all of our ships have TV’s or flat-screen TV’s, safe boxes, mini-fridges, DVD players in cabins. For more details, please visit Our Boats section.
What is the electric current provided on your ships?
Our ship generators provide an electric current of 220v. Cabins are equipped with European type plugs so please remember to bring an adaptor if necessary.
Where can I keep my valuables while onboard?
Jewelry, money, documents, etc., should be placed in your individual safe deposit boxes or given to the captain who will deposit items in the ship’s safe boxes free of charge. The company and its personnel bear no responsibility for valuables kept by passengers.
Are Variety Cruises boats wheelchair friendly?
Variety Cruises boats are not suitable for passengers with mobility problems. Cabin bathrooms and staircases are unsuitable for disabled passengers and there are no elevators. Embarkation gang ways do not fit all types of wheelchairs.
Is there medical care onboard?
There is no doctor on board any Variety Cruises boats. In case of an emergency, some members of the crew are trained to offer first aid. Medical care is available on all ports of call visited, which are always very close. In case of discomfort, please contact immediately a crew member.
Can I book the whole boat or more than 15 passengers at once?
Variety Cruises offers individuals, companies and nonprofit organizations the opportunity to travel as a group on our scheduled cruises, or charter the entire ship for family reunions, special interest cruises, incentive trips, seminars or wedding celebrations.
