Western Europe Cruise with AIDAbella

Since 1996 the fleet of AIDA Cruises has discovered the world. In Germany the cruise line is very successful with a relaxed and informal atmosphere. There are no seating times and your formal clothes can be kept at home. AIDA Cruises proves itself with diverse buffets, a great sports area and a varied entertainment programThe AIDA fleet has been sailing the world's oceans since 1996 and has been very successful on the German cruise market with a casual and informal concept. There is no fixed table order and you are welcome to leave your formal attire at home. AIDA Cruises convinces with a variety of buffets, a good sports program and varied entertainment. The age structure on board is mixed and depends on the destination. Young couples and families in particular quickly find a connection here. AIDA Cruises is very popular with cruise newcomers, but many guests who have once traveled on an AIDA ship also return again and again enthusiastically. German is spoken almost exclusively on board. The age structure on board is mixed and depends on the destination as well. Especially young couples and families get to know other guests quickly. AIDA Cruises is very popular with cruise newcomers. But even guests who spent their holidays onboard an AIDA ship before, return enthusiastically. The main onboard language is German.

• Inaugural cruise: 2008
• Rennovation: 2026
• Ship class: Sphinx Class, AIDAselection
• Home port: Genaa
• Length: 252 metres
• Tonnage: 69,200 GT
• Speed: 21.8 knots
• Decks: 14
• Passenger: 2,050
• Crew: 646
• Language: German
• Currency: Euro
• Internet: Starlink from SpaceX; internet café and wi-fi available for an extra fee

AIDA Cruises’ goal is for its fleet to operate with zero emissions by 2050. To this end, the cruise line is focusing on environmental innovations, recycling and the circular economy, as well as the continuous optimization of energy management. As part of the AIDA Evolution project, technical improvements were made to the AIDAbella, and numerous carpets, mattresses, and other recyclable materials were recycled.

The staterooms are furnished comfortably and in light colours. In total there are eleven categories of which you select your prefered stateroom. Regardless of the stateroom category all staterooms are equipped with an air condition, a TV, a telephone, bathrobes, a hairdryer and a safe. For more comfort there are different types of suites starting at approx. 34 sqm incl. approx. 10 sqm balcony. To meet all passengers needs there are eleven accessible staterooms of the categories IB, MA and MB.

Aboard of AIDAbella families and couples of all ages feel comfortable and enjoy their holiday. The passengers appreciate the informal and relaxed atmosphere. A varied daily programme and sports activities offer a lot of things to do. Although many events take place, one will always find a calm place to read a good book or enjoy a cocktail.

The culinary offering on board AIDAbella includes numerous restaurants and cafés where every guest will find something to suit them. You can expect a culinary variety ranging from traditional to modern dishes.

The following restaurants are already included in the price:

• Market Restaurant (buffet restaurant): Discover the various "market stalls" and try specialities from all over Europe.
• Yacht Club Restaurant (buffet restaurant): Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner with a maritime flair.
• Almhütte (drinks not included): Sample specialities from the Alpine region.
• Best Pizza @ Sea (drinks not included): Enjoy new pizza creations every day as well as Italian starters and desserts.
• French Kiss (drinks not included): French delicacies await you here.

You pay a surcharge in the following restaurants:

• Buffalo Steak House: Sample tasty grilled specialities, e.g. American beef.
• Rossini gourmet restaurant: Enjoy new creations from top chefs with fresh ingredients every day.
• Tapas & Bar: Look forward to Spanish snacks.
• East Fusion: Try Far Eastern cuisine such as sushi and dim sum.

In the numerous bars and lounges (not included) you can enjoy a relaxing cappuccino in the Café Mare, savour delicious cocktails in the AIDA Bar or have an aperitif in the Vinothek. We also recommend the Lanai Bar, where you can enjoy the sunset with a cool drink. The gourmet-restaurant Rossini becomes an exclusive lounge for suite guests during the day.

At the daytime art auctions and presentations about shore excursions take place in the Theatrium. In the evening varied shows with singers, dancers, acrobats and actors of the AIDA Show Ensemble are presented. At a few different places like at the pool deck, in the AIDA Bar or in the Ocean Club bands and solo artists play their music. Sporty guests meet on deck 11 in Body & Soul Sport. There is a lot of fitness equipment and many sports classes which are free of cost are offered. The ones who prefer to make outdoor sports can play football, basketball and volleyball. After sports or an exhausting shore excursion it is a good idea to try one of the three saunas which are free of cost in the Body & Soul Spa. Of course you can also book a spa treatment for an extra charge.

The range of family-friendly options is impressively diverse and begins with the choice of cabin before departure. Many cabins can accommodate four or five people, and some even feature a convenient connecting door. During the voyage, the Kids Club offers a varied program of activities for children ages three to twelve, led by trained staff.

AIDAbella is a very family friendly ship with varied entertainment activities. The ship's size causes a familiar atmosphere and guests of all ages get to know each other quickly.