Western Mediterranean Bears & Gay Cruise 2027 Spain, Portugal & Morocco
9 nights cruise from/to Barcelona, Spain
July 15 – 24, 2027
Celebrity's Equinox
Join us for an unforgettable 9-night bears & gay group voyage aboard the luxurious Celebrity Equinox, where timeless elegance meets modern indulgence. Departing from the vibrant city of Barcelona, this round-trip journey will whisk you away to some of the most enchanting ports along the Iberian Peninsula and North Africa. Explore the captivating Mediterranean, where sun-drenched coastlines and rich history await. Enjoy days filled with delicious local cuisine, charming towns, and stunning views.
Whether you’re craving adventure, relaxation, or cultural immersion, this cruise offers the perfect blend of all three. Come aboard and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Whether you’re wandering through ancient sites or relaxing by the sea, this journey invites you to embrace the relaxed, vibrant atmosphere of the region. Each moment offers a chance to unwind and create lasting memories in this beautiful part of the world.
Highlights include:
• World-class dining and entertainment
• Spa and wellness experiences
• Enriching cultural programs and shore excursions
• Elegant staterooms
• Bear Cruise activities, onboard meet-ups and events on and off the ship
• Host hotel in Barcelona
• Pre Dinner Cocktails
• Our Own Cruise Director and Hosts
• Exclusive private shore excursions
Sail the Iberian Coast
On a Spain cruise, you’ll discover a charismatic, captivating country that has it all, from mountains scattered with whitewashed villages to dynamic cities like Barcelona. Spain’s 3,000 miles of coastline include jewel-like coves and expansive stretches of golden beaches. Craggy castles and ancient watchtowers stand guard over a shoreline that’s attracted different cultures over the centuries, their legacy reflected today in place names, music, and exciting cuisine.
Share tapas with friends in a sunlit square in Barcelona’s atmospheric Gothic Quarter, or try paella, rich with saffron and seafood, in Cadiz. Discover the best of Spain with Celebrity Cruises.
Portugal will offer you an insight into its enchanting culture. Indulge in the country’s robust cuisine that celebrates the riches of the ocean and its lush, rolling countryside, not to mention the crisp whites, fruity reds, and famous port wine. Marvel at fairytale castles, lounge on endless sandy beaches, explore colorful markets, and experience ancient musical traditions. Most importantly, connect with the people, who are as warm and welcoming as the sunny climate.
Lisbon, the hilly capital, has wonderful architecture, a romantic old quarter, superb museums, and a thriving culinary scene. In the north, the glorious old city of Porto is a gateway to the riches of the Douro Valley, where port wine vineyards snake along steep hillsides and ornate palaces doze in the sunshine amid sprawling wine estates.
Tangier is an art and architecture paradise with relics and buildings from the Moorish, Spanish, and French periods in nearly every corner of the city. It is truly a royal city with many of its most important buildings stemming from Sultanic rule, and colonial conquests. The “medina”, or old town, is Tangier’s main draw for visitors looking to experience an authentic taste of local Moroccan culture.
Tangier’s medina is magical, and a true treat for travelers looking for an authentic, preserved, and still-lively cultural experience. In the medina, drink fresh mint tea with locals at the Petit Socco square. Then wander the tangle of narrow streets, where many of the whitewashed houses are adorned in brilliant shades of blue. Don’t miss the Tomb of Tangier, or artisan market shopping for unforgettable leather goods, jewelry, and hand-woven rugs to take home with you from our cruise to Tangier.
Celebrity Equinox - The very essence of premium cruising.
Tranquility awaits aboard Celebrity Equinox, it offers the perfect blend of modern extravagance and traditional cruise favourites. Voted 2020 Best Service - Large Ship Category – Cruise Critic Cruiser’s Choice Awards!
As part of our $500-million fleet-wide modernization program, Celebrity Equinox is now making even more waves in the cruise world.
From adding elevated design concepts and technology across the ship to The Retreat®, an exclusive experience for guests of The Retreat that includes The Retreat® Sundeck and The Retreat® Lounge, the change is phenomenal. These new venues combined with our award-winning Luminae are sure to please.
Slip into new eXhale® bedding featuring CashmereSM mattresses that will surround you in luxury—literally.
The very essence of premium cruising. And after some extensive upgrades, that's more true than ever before. With new amenities not available on any other Celebrity ship, prepare to have your expectations exceeded as soon as you step on board.
Delight in your choice of ten exceptional dining venues. Enjoy craft beer and comfort food in the new Craft Social and sip refreshing frozen cocktails on the pool deck at Slush.
A unique experience at sea, feel grass beneath your feet at the relaxing Lawn Club. Every imaginable comfort complimented by Celebrity's unrivaled guest services promises an unsurpassed cruise experience no matter your destination.
THE RETREAT Celebrity Edge first introduced The Retreat® to the world, and now, we’re bringing our unrivaled new suite experience fleetwide during The Celebrity Revolution. Every ship will soon offer The Retreat Sundeck and The Retreat Lounge, both strikingly envisioned by world-renowned designer Kelly Hoppen, MBE.
That’s in addition to Luminae, our private suites-only restaurant, along with luxurious services and amenities, including dedicated butler service. Welcome to The Retreat. All suites. All exclusive.
REDESIGNED STATEROOMS AND SUITES
Revolutionizing our award-winning ships gave us the chance to make our world-class accommodations even more inviting. No stateroom or suite in our fleet is going untouched. With designs rivaling the world’s best boutique hotels, our exclusive eXhale® bedding featuring the luxurious cashmere mattress, and details like ingeniously optimized storage, every aspect of our staterooms is being rethought—and every comfort refined.
A FEAST FOR THE EYES
We’re making the world’s most delicious vacations even more tantalizing. Embark on a culinary journey in our redesigned main restaurants. Savor the flavors of the world with the new, marketplace-inspired look of Oceanview Café. Discover more than 40 craft beers, along with creative cocktails and gourmet comfort food, at our all-new Craft Social. And that’s just a taste of what’s to come.
LEADING-EDGE EXPERIENCES
No idea is too big—and no detail too small—to give you the vacation experience you deserve. Revel in stylishly reimagined bars and lounges. Enjoy the thrills of our sleekly revamped casinos. Unwind in spas designed to sooth you at every turn. Treat yourself to retail therapy in new boutiques featuring the hottest designer names. All this is just the beginning.
Western Mediterranean Bears & Gay Cruise 2027 Itinerary
Date
Port
Arrive
Depart
15 July
Barcelona, Spain
5 PM
16 July
Fun Day at Sea!
17 July
Seville (Cadiz), Spain
7 AM
5 PM
18 July
Lisbon, Portugal
9 AM
19 July
Lisbon, Portugal
6 PM
20 July
Porto (Leixoes)
8 AM
6 PM
21 July
Fun Day at Sea!
22 July
Tangier, Morocco
7 AM
6 PM
23 July
Fun Day at Sea!
24 July
Barcelona, Spain
5 AM
Day 1 - Barcelona, Spain Barcelona exudes European charm and welcomes multitudes of travelers every year. It’s a major destination with must-see architectural gems that date back some 2,000 years. You’ll encounter fascinating examples from the Roman Empire, the Middle Ages, the Modern masters like Gaudî, and many Cataluñian greats. Outstanding art museums can be found throughout the city, proudly displaying the works of world-renowned artists and countrymen, including Goya, Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalî, and Joan Miró.
Day 2 - Day at Sea!
While at sea, indulge in some well-deserved relaxation before your next adventure. Unwind by the pool, pamper yourself at the spa, savor exquisite cuisine, or discover the unique venues on board. Your next incredible destination awaits.
Day 3 - Seville (Cadiz), Spain
From Cádiz you can easily get to Seville, exploring the old town with its quaint Moorish feel as well as its impressive monuments, pretty parks and lovely architecture. Along the way, restore your energy at any of the mouth-watering tapas bars offering some of the country’s finest seafood and typical Andalusian cuisine.
Days 4 & 5 - Lisbon, Portugal
See why this city stands out above all others as you stroll along elaborate mosaic sidewalks and pass by the Monument to the Discoveries. A quick trolley ride transports you to the cobblestone district of Baixa. Or be lured away and pampered in the resort cities of Cascais and Estoril. Take a wonderful tour through Lisbon and you’ll discover Graca, the beautifully restored old area of the city, filled with old tiled buildings and mansions and Chiado, Lisbon’s arts district, for a different air of sophistication with its many boutiques, galleries and theaters. And, of course, a cruise to Lisbon is not complete without sampling a nice bottle of Port wine; the fortified red wine that can be found throughout the country.
Day 6 - Porto (Leixoes), Portugal
Porto, Portugal’s second largest city after Lisbon, is one of Europe’s oldest cities and was registered as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1996. Of course, Porto’s name itself hints at perhaps Portugal’s most famous export—port. This is where the fortified wine was first produced. The city has a rich history and is reminiscent of times gone by. You wouldn’t be wrong to compare it to an ideal Shakespearean backdrop. In Porto, the skyline is composed of sky-high bell towers, opulent baroque churches, and majestic beaux art buildings, which all create a romantic air that’s only heightened by the glorious shafts of sunlight that illuminate the city.
Day 7 - Day at Sea!
While at sea, take the time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, taste the delicacies or explore the venues on-board, until we arrive at the next amazing destination.
Day 8 - Tangier, Morocco
From tea and spice markets to Moroccan haute cuisine, caves, museums, and preserved fortresses from centuries past, Tangiers has a great deal to offer. A cruise to Tangier is a great way to discover a cultural history unique to Morocco and much of the region. It’s a place where 20th-century artists once flocked to in droves to create some of their most iconic works. This majestic city is known as “The Door of Africa”, and the beating heart connecting two worlds. This is a can’t-miss destination, and one that will show you its bustling, cultural, and cosmopolitan sides all in one stop.
Day 9 - Day at Sea!
While at sea, take the time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, taste the delicacies or explore the venues on-board, until we arrive at the next amazing destination.
Day 10 - Barcelona, Spain
The sheer size of Barcelona's gay scene is often overlooked by those seeking an LGBTQ+ getaway, but with a diverse collection of gay clubs, a history of radical activism, and a booming LGBTQ+ population, there are few places more suited to a fabulously queer city break. Most of Barcelona's gay bars are littered throughout the Eixample district - also known as "Gaixample".
Just 40 minutes from Barcelona by train, Sitges is often considered to be Europe's gayest town. Sitges is very much geared towards gay tourism, and you’ll find a bounty of gay clubs, bars and adults-only hotels. Combining Barcelona and Sitges is one of the most popular twin-center itineraries for gay travelers, and offers the perfect blend of high-brow cultural stimulation and shameless gay fun.
Western Mediterranean Bears & Gay Cruise Rates
(Updated 15.12.25. - Current prices/availability.)
Category
Description
Double Occupancy
$ USD
No Perks Included
Double Occupancy
$ USD
Two Perks Included
INSIDE STATEROOMS
Z - Inside Stateroom Guaranty*
183 - 200 sq. ft. Inside Staterooms have been thoughtfully designed, with ample space to sleep, relax and enjoy your private space on board. Your luxurious stateroom includes bathrobes and a tote bag for your use, interactive TV and luxury toiletries. We have been sure to include everything you need for your comfort and convenience, like a hair dryer, private mini-bar, water and wine glasses, private safe and dual voltage power outlets.
$ 1,771
$ 2,536
I2 - Inside Stateroom
183 - 200 sq. ft. Inside Staterooms have been thoughtfully designed, with ample space to sleep, relax and enjoy your private space on board. Your luxurious stateroom includes bathrobes and a tote bag for your use, interactive TV and luxury toiletries. We have been sure to include everything you need for your comfort and convenience, like a hair dryer, private mini-bar, water and wine glasses, private safe and dual voltage power outlets.
$ 1,913
$ 2,678
I1 - Prime Inside Stateroom
183 - 200 sq. ft. Inside Staterooms have been thoughtfully designed, with ample space to sleep, relax and enjoy your private space on board. Your luxurious stateroom includes bathrobes and a tote bag for your use, interactive TV and luxury toiletries. We have been sure to include everything you need for your comfort and convenience, like a hair dryer, private mini-bar, water and wine glasses, private safe and dual voltage power outlets.
$ 1,963
$ 2,728
OCEANVIEW STATEROOMS
Y - Ocean View Stateroom Guaranty*
177 sq. ft. Ocean View Staterooms include large windows, as well as a comfortable seating area where you can settle down and relax after a day exploring the ship or the shore. Include bathrobes and a tote bag for your use, interactive TV and luxury toiletries. Everything you need for ultimate comfort and convenience, including a hair dryer, private mini-bar, water and wine glasses, private safe and dual voltage power outlets.
$ 1,971
$ 2,736
O2 - Ocean View Stateroom
177 sq. ft. Ocean View Staterooms include large windows, as well as a comfortable seating area where you can settle down and relax after a day exploring the ship or the shore. Include bathrobes and a tote bag for your use, interactive TV and luxury toiletries. Everything you need for ultimate comfort and convenience, including a hair dryer, private mini-bar, water and wine glasses, private safe and dual voltage power outlets.
$ 2,133
$ 2,898
O1 - Prime Ocean View Stateroom
177 sq. ft. Ocean View Staterooms include large windows, as well as a comfortable seating area where you can settle down and relax after a day exploring the ship or the shore. Include bathrobes and a tote bag for your use, interactive TV and luxury toiletries. Everything you need for ultimate comfort and convenience, including a hair dryer, private mini-bar, water and wine glasses, private safe and dual voltage power outlets.
$ 2,215
$ 2,980
BALCONY STATEROOMS
X - Veranda Stateroom Guaranty*
Stateroom: 194 sq. ft. Veranda: 54 sq. ft. Balcony Staterooms give you your own private sanctuary where you can enjoy both in and outdoor space – the perfect way to relax on your cruise, including bathrobes and a tote bag for your use, interactive TV and luxury toiletries. Everything you need for your comfort and convenience, like a hair dryer, private mini-bar, water and wine glasses, private safe and dual voltage power outlets.
$ 2,146
$ 2,911
V3 - Veranda Stateroom (Partial View)
Stateroom: 194 sq. ft. Veranda: 54 sq. ft. Balcony Staterooms give you your own private sanctuary where you can enjoy both in and outdoor space – the perfect way to relax on your cruise, including bathrobes and a tote bag for your use, interactive TV and luxury toiletries. Everything you need for your comfort and convenience, like a hair dryer, private mini-bar, water and wine glasses, private safe and dual voltage power outlets.
$ 2,321
$ 3,086
V2 - Veranda Stateroom
Stateroom: 194 sq. ft. Veranda: 54 sq. ft. Balcony Staterooms give you your own private sanctuary where you can enjoy both in and outdoor space – the perfect way to relax on your cruise, including bathrobes and a tote bag for your use, interactive TV and luxury toiletries. Everything you need for your comfort and convenience, like a hair dryer, private mini-bar, water and wine glasses, private safe and dual voltage power outlets.
$ 2,321
$ 3,086
V1 - Prime Veranda Stateroom
Stateroom: 194 sq. ft. Veranda: 54 sq. ft. Balcony Staterooms give you your own private sanctuary where you can enjoy both in and outdoor space – the perfect way to relax on your cruise, including bathrobes and a tote bag for your use, interactive TV and luxury toiletries. Everything you need for your comfort and convenience, like a hair dryer, private mini-bar, water and wine glasses, private safe and dual voltage power outlets.
$ 2,371
$ 3,136
DV - Deluxe Veranda Stateroom
Stateroom: 194 sq. ft. Veranda: 54 sq. ft. Balcony Staterooms give you your own private sanctuary where you can enjoy both in and outdoor space – the perfect way to relax on your cruise, including bathrobes and a tote bag for your use, interactive TV and luxury toiletries. Everything you need for your comfort and convenience, like a hair dryer, private mini-bar, water and wine glasses, private safe and dual voltage power outlets.
$ 2,471
$ 3,236
SV - Sunset Veranda Stateroom
Stateroom: 192 sq. ft. Veranda: 54 sq. ft. These are some of our most desirable locations—found at the aft of the ship with a similar layout to AquaClass® Staterooms. Including bathrobes and a tote bag for your use, interactive TV and luxury toiletries. Everything you need for your comfort and convenience, like a hair dryer, private mini-bar, water and wine glasses, private safe and dual voltage power outlets.
$ 2,971
$ 3,736
FV - Family Oceanview stateroom with balcony
Stateroom: 575 sq. ft. Veranda: 53 - 105 sq. ft. By far the largest stateroom with a veranda—plenty of room for you and the family. Includes all the luxury features you expect, including bathrobes and a tote bag for your use, interactive TV and luxury toiletries. We have included everything you need for your comfort and convenience, like a hair dryer, private mini-bar, water and wine glasses, private safe and dual voltage power outlets.
CONCIERGE CLASS BALCONY STATEROOMS
XC - Concierge Class Veranda Stateroom Guarantee*
Stateroom: 194 sq.ft. Veranda: 54 sq.ft. Spacious accommodations complete with special privileges like priority check-in, personalized Concierge service, priority seating time preferences in the main dining room and specialty restaurants, upgraded room service menu, evening hors d'oeuvres, plush bathrobes, and veranda with lounge seating. Your stateroom includes all the luxury features you expect from Celebrity Cruises.
$ 2,446
$ 3,211
C2 - Concierge Class Veranda Stateroom
Stateroom: 194 sq.ft. Veranda: 54 sq.ft. Spacious accommodations complete with special privileges like priority check-in, personalized Concierge service, priority seating time preferences in the main dining room and specialty restaurants, upgraded room service menu, evening hors d'oeuvres, plush bathrobes, and veranda with lounge seating. Your stateroom includes all the luxury features you expect from Celebrity Cruises.
$ 2,651
$ 3,416
C1 - Prime Concierge Class Veranda Stateroom
Stateroom: 194 sq.ft. Veranda: 54 sq.ft. Spacious accommodations complete with special privileges like priority check-in, personalized Concierge service, priority seating time preferences in the main dining room and specialty restaurants, upgraded room service menu, evening hors d'oeuvres, plush bathrobes, and veranda with lounge seating. Your stateroom includes all the luxury features you expect from Celebrity Cruises.
$ 2,701
$ 3,466
SC - Sunset Concierge Class Stateroom
Stateroom: 194 sq.ft. Veranda: 54 sq.ft. Spacious accommodations complete with special privileges like priority check-in, personalized Concierge service, priority seating time preferences in the main dining room and specialty restaurants, upgraded room service menu, evening hors d'oeuvres, plush bathrobes, and veranda with lounge seating. Your stateroom includes all the luxury features you expect from Celebrity Cruises.
$ 2,801
$ 3,566
AQUA CLASS BALCONY STATEROOMS
XA - Aqua Class Veranda Stateroom Guaranty*
194 sq. ft. Veranda: 54 sq. ft. You will find an AquaClass Stateroom offers all the in-room features of our standard Staterooms, but with a spa-inspired twist. Our AquaClass rooms all have a private balcony, and are located high above it all, nestled comfortably close to the AquaSpa Relaxation Room, the Solarium and the Persian Garden.
$ 2,746
$ 3,511
A2 - Aqua Class Veranda Stateroom
194 sq. ft. Veranda: 54 sq. ft. You will find an AquaClass Stateroom offers all the in-room features of our standard Staterooms, but with a spa-inspired twist. Our AquaClass rooms all have a private balcony, and are located high above it all, nestled comfortably close to the AquaSpa Relaxation Room, the Solarium and the Persian Garden.
$ 2,971
$ 3,736
A1 - Prime Aqua Class Veranda Stateroom
194 sq. ft. Veranda: 54 sq. ft. You will find an AquaClass Stateroom offers all the in-room features of our standard Staterooms, but with a spa-inspired twist. Our AquaClass rooms all have a private balcony, and are located high above it all, nestled comfortably close to the AquaSpa Relaxation Room, the Solarium and the Persian Garden.
$ 3,021
$ 3,786
THE RETREAT SUITES
W - Suite Guarantee*
Stateroom: 300 sq. ft. Veranda: 79 sq. ft. When you stay in a Sky Suite, you'll enjoy the luxury of European-style butler service. This includes assistance with unpacking and packing. In-suite lunch and dinner service. Afternoon tea. Evening hors d'oeuvres and complimentary in-suite espresso and cappuccino from Café al Bacio.
$ 5,441
$ 5,441
S1 - Sky Suite
Stateroom: 300 sq. ft. Veranda: 79 sq. ft. When you stay in a Sky Suite, you'll enjoy the luxury of European-style butler service. This includes assistance with unpacking and packing. In-suite lunch and dinner service. Afternoon tea. Evening hors d'oeuvres and complimentary in-suite espresso and cappuccino from Café al Bacio.
$ 5,706
$ 5,706
SS - Sunset Sky Suite
Stateroom: 300 sq. ft. Veranda: 79 sq. ft. When you stay in a Sky Suite, you'll enjoy the luxury of European-style butler service. This includes assistance with unpacking and packing. In-suite lunch and dinner service. Afternoon tea. Evening hors d'oeuvres and complimentary in-suite espresso and cappuccino from Café al Bacio.
$ 6,106
$ 6,106
AS - Aqua Class Sky Suite
Stateroom: 300 sq. ft. Veranda: 79 sq. ft. When you stay in a Sky Suite, you'll enjoy the luxury of European-style butler service. This includes assistance with unpacking and packing. In-suite lunch and dinner service. Afternoon tea. Evening hors d'oeuvres and complimentary in-suite espresso and cappuccino from Café al Bacio.
$ 6,306
$ 6,306
CS - Celebrity Suite
Stateroom: 394 sq. ft. Veranda: 105 sq. ft. When you stay in a Celebrity Suite, you'll enjoy the luxury of European-style butler service. This includes assistance with unpacking and packing. In-suite lunch and dinner service. Afternoon tea. Evening hors d'oeuvres and complimentary in-suite espresso and cappuccino from Cafe al Bacio.
$ 7,706
$ 7,706
RS - Royal Suite
Stateroom: 590 sq. ft. Veranda: 158 sq. ft. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, Bedroom features queen-size bed, 40" LCD TV, Vanity, walk-in closet, master bathroom with whirlpool tub, shower stall, and double washbasins, Separate living room with dining area, Sofa queen sleeper, Lounge seating, Wet bar, Surround sound entertainment system with 52" LCD TV, Wireless internet access, Powder room, Veranda with whirlpool and lounge seating
$ 10,194
$ 10,194
PS - Penthouse Suite
Stateroom: 1,291 sq. ft. Veranda: 389 sq.ft Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, Master bedroom features king-size bed, 52" LCD TV, vanity, walk-in closet, marble master bathroom with whirlpool tub, shower stall with dual shower heads, double washbasins and 26" LCD TV, Separate living room with dining area, Baby grand piano, Sofa queen sleeper, Full bar, Lounge seating, Surround sound entertainment system with 52" LCD TV, Wireless internet access, Full guest bathroom, Veranda with whirlpool and lounge seating
All prices are per person, double occupancy, and include all meals, accommodations and entertainment!
Taxes of $246.86pp are included in price. Optional travel insurance, and gratuities are additional.
First deposit of $600 (Interior, Ocean View), $650 (Veranda, Concierge), $750 (Aqua Class), $950 (Suites) per person is required upon booking.
Balance payment is due by April 16, 2027.
A service gratuity will be automatically applied to each guest’s SeaPass account on a daily basis:
• Inside, Ocean View, and Veranda staterooms: US$ 18 per guest, per day
• Concierge Class and AquaClass staterooms:US$ 18.50 per guest, per day
• The Retreat Suites:US$ 23 per guest, per day
Optional shore excursions will be offered.
Prices are cruise only and DO NOT INCLUDE return airfare! Please ask for airfare add-ons back to your home city.
Fares are subject to availability and may change without prior notice.
Also included are the traditional gay group escort and activities, subject to minimum participation.
As long as the group minimum space requirements are met, then an onboard gay group host will be assigned. On our Hosted Group Cruises, we will have a representative on the cruise with you. We will have nightly meet ups and we will usually have a group shore excursions. A non-hosted Group Cruise is a cruise we organize, and we will arrange for a nighly meet up, but there will not be our representative onboard.
Please ask for further details.
No Perks Fares! Please refer to the pricing column with lower fares that do not qualify for any perks.
Two Perks Fares! Book any non-suite category and receive the following two perks: Classic beverage packages and unlimited onboard internet packages!
Suite deal! Book a Suite and get all the following perks: complimentary Premium beverage packages, unlimited onboard ‘stream’ internet packages!
The above promotions are capacity controlled and offer may be withdrawn at any time without prior notice.
