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The Basics
ITINERARY*
DAY DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART
Tue 7/07/2026 Málaga, Spain 07:00 PM
Wed 7/08/2026 Gibraltar, UK 01:30 PM 11:00 PM
Thu 7/09/2026 Tangier, Morocco 08:00 AM 06:00 PM
Fri 7/10/2026 Cádiz, Spain 08:00 AM 06:00 PM
Sat 7/11/2026 At Sea
Sun 7/12/0226 Lisbon, Portugal 01:30 PM Overnight
Mon 7/13/0226 Lisbon, Portugal 01:30 PM
Tue 7/14/0226 At Sea
Wed 7/15/0226 At Sea
Thu 7/16/0226 Funchal, Madeira 01:30 PM Overnight
Fri 7/17/0226 Funchal, Madeira 07:00 PM
Sat 7/18/0226 At Sea
Sun 7/19/0226 At Sea
Mon 7/20/0226 Vila do Porto, Azores 01:30 PM 07:00 PM
Tue 7/21/2026 Ponta Delgada, Azores 08:00 AM 06:00 PM
Wed 7/22/2026 Horta, Azores 06:00 PM Overnight
Thu 7/23/2026 Horta, Azores 11:00 PM
Fri 7/24/2026 Velas, Azores 08:00 AM 01:30 PM
Sat 7/25/2026 Praia da Vitória, Azores 08:00 AM 06:00 PM
Sun 7/26/0226 Ponta Delgada, Azores 08:00 AM
* Subject to change.
CRUISE PAYMENTS
The remaining scheduled payment dates for the cruise are January 2, 2026; and May 1, 2026.
The amount due will automatically be charged to the credit card on file. A payment reminder will be sent via email prior to each scheduled due date. Custom payment plans are also available.
A valid passport is required for all passengers. If your passport will expire before Jan 26, 2027, we suggest getting it renewed as soon as possible.
Bare Necessities assumes no responsibility for advising passengers of any documentation requirements other than a valid passport. Guests are expected to obtain these documents themselves. There are no refunds if you are denied boarding
Guests will receive their booking numbers via email. At that time, passengers will need to submit their passport information to the cruise line. Instructions will be provided. Passengers first and last name on the e-Docs must be exactly as they appear on the passport. (Middle names are not needed)
Cruise tickets and luggage tags will be sent within 30 days of sailing.
The cruise line reserves the right to impose daily fuel surcharges pursuant to a contractual formula. Each passenger is limited to a maximum fuel surcharge of $20 per day.
All cancellations for the Málaga to the Azores cruise must be received in writing to stop any future payments from being processed. Email us at info@cruisebare.com.
The cruise is non-refundable; a cancellation notice will only deter any future payments from being charged.
We highly encourage travel insurance. Every year a few unfortunate passengers find themselves in an unavoidable situation forcing them to cancel or disembark early due to an injury or illness.
Passengers are encouraged to do their own research and use any reputable travel insurance provider that they feel most comfortable with. The TRAVEL INSURANCE link at the top of the website offers information specific to American and Canadian residents. International passengers are encouraged to use a search engine to locate and research reputable travel insurance providers serving their country of residence.
Travel Logistics
EMBARKATION / DEBARKATION
Embarkation is from 2 PM – 4 PM on Sunday, October 26, 2025.
Debarkation is Sunday November 9, 2025 and guests must check out of their suites no later than 8:30 AM. Guests may remain in the public areas but need to disembark the ship by 9:30 AM at the latest. Further information will be provided towards the conclusion of the voyage.
PRE/POST-CRUISE ARRANGEMENTS
Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements to and from the cruise as well as hotel accommodations.
FLIGHTS
We recommend arriving in Málaga at least one day before the cruise departure. Embarkation begins at 4:00 PM, and all guests must be on board by 6:00 PM. Please plan your arrival so that you are at the port no later than 1 hour before the scheduled departure of the ship to ensure you have enough time to board.
On disembarkation day in Ponta Delgada, guests will be able to start departing the ship at 9:00 AM. If booking return flights on disembarkation day, please schedule departures no earlier than 12 noon (Airlines require 3 hour check in).
TRANSFERS
The Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) is located 8 km from the Port of Malaga. Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL) is located 6.4 km from the port.
Airport transfers to and from the ship are offered for a fee. More information will be provided approximately two months prior to your departure date.
The allowance on board is approximately 90 lbs. Please use the luggage tags we send with your travel documents. Please make sure that the cabin number and name are legible.
We recommend that travel documents (cruise tickets, passport, and visa), valuables, and medication be hand carried aboard in your carry-on bag.
Onboard
ALL-INCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE
A list of the inclusive services & amenities offered onboard can be found on the cruise page.
WIFI, phone charges, laundry service (except for suites), beauty and wellness treatments, shore excursions and boutique purchases are at an additional charge.
The currency on board is the EURO (€). Any personal expenses will be charged to your personal shipboard account and need to be settled at the end of the cruise. We accept MasterCard, VISA, American Express and Diners Card, German debit cards, traveler’s checks, and cash (USD and EURO).
We only carry USD and Euro on board. Currency exchange from Euro to USD and vice versa is available at any time at the purser / reception desk.
In addition, we recommend obtaining small bills in the local currency prior to your voyage.
ONBOARD ACTIVITIES
On our authentic sailing yacht, sailing and sailing maneuvers are our priority. We will provide information, useful tips and details on shore excursions in your daily program which is delivered to your cabin every evening to announce the next day’s activities.
LIBRARY
Sit back and relax in the library with a great selection of books and popular board games. Feel free to take them during your trip; we just ask that you return them before your journey ends.
BOUTQUE
The boutique on our yachts offers accessories, clothes, and gifts. Opening hours vary.
WELLNESS SPA & FITNESS
The ship has an extensive wellness and spa area with two treatment rooms, Finnish sauna, steam bath, relaxation room and multi-sensory shower. Massages, and various treatments are also available at an additional charge.
The fitness area is located on the sun deck. It is open during the day and is equipped with modern cardio equipment and weights.
WATER SPORTS & OTHER ACTIVITIES
Water sport activities are offered from the marina platform; snorkeling equipment is available along with stand-up paddle boards and a floats.
All water sport activities are included and subject to weather and Captains permission.
If you are up for it, you can help setting sails and hauling lines. One of the most captivating experiences onboard is simply watching the crew climb into the rigging to set the sails by hand. Now, you can share a piece of this adventure yourself and – if your fitness allows – climb up to the first platform at 14 meters high!
If someone needs to contact you while you are onboard, you can be reached by the ship’s satellite phone. Please note: charges will apply and service may be limited when cruising in remote areas. The Phone number to reach the ship can be found in your travel documents.
The voltage on board is 220 volts. Please make sure to bring a converter. All bathrooms are equipped with a shaver socket.
As a common courtesy to fellow passengers, please do not reserve deck chairs or clam shells. Items will be removed if the chair or space has been unoccupied for more than forty minutes. Bare Necessities Tour & Travel and the cruise line are not responsible for any lost or stolen items.
As a common courtesy to fellow passengers, please do not reserve deck chairs or cabanas. Items will be removed if the chair or space has been unoccupied for more than forty minutes. Bare Necessities Tour & Travel and Scenic Cruises are not responsible for any lost or stolen items.
Smoking is ONLY permitted outside of mealtimes in the AFT section on the Lido deck. We kindly request that smokers take the other passengers into consideration. Smoking is always prohibited in all other areas including balconies.
Our Policies
To assure our partnership with the cruise lines remains intact, passengers are to observe the following common-sense guidelines while aboard our Bare cruises:
Clothing is required while in port if the ship is docked. This includes private verandas.
Clothing is required in the main restaurant. Casual attire is fine. Breasts, bottoms, and genitalia must be covered by clothing. Guests may be nude in the Lido Bar and Bistro.
Lingerie, fetish-wear, and excessive genital jewelry are not appropriate at any time.
Bathrobes are only appropriate when visiting the spa or lounging outside on a chilly evening.
Always sit on a towel or some article of clothing when bare bottomed or in a thong or G-string. This is standard nudist etiquette and is to be observed everywhere including your stateroom, on the pool deck, in the buffet area, and while on excursions.
Fresh beach towels are located on the Lido and Sun deck as well as near the gangway. Towels will also be available for guests to sit on outside of common areas.
Fondling or inappropriate touching of personal body parts or those of someone else, overt sexual activity or any form of solicitation for sexual acts is strictly prohibited.
Displaying yourself nude in front of other ships in port (including on your veranda) or while port authorities are on board the vessel for clearance is strictly prohibited.
Dangerous or rude behavior will not be tolerated at any time.
Passengers must comply with US federal law regarding the possession or use of illegal substances.
Bare Necessities also complies with the cruise line’s regulations, including the right to dismiss persons from the cruise for abusing alcohol and/or drugs, not obeying all safety rules including our decorum and attire, as well as not complying with the laws of the country we are visiting.
No photographs, videos or electronic images of any person may be taken without the express consent of that individual whether guests are clothed or nude or in costume.
* Failure to comply with the decorum, nudist etiquette and photo policy will be grounds for dismissal from the cruise with no refunds and transportation is not provided from the port of dismissal.
Packing List
Casual clothing is appropriate anytime you need to dress. There is no dress code aboard. Guests have the option of dressing more formally if they wish.
When going ashore, loose-fitting natural fabrics are recommended and comfortable shoes. We additionally suggest bringing non-slippery boat shoes.
Remember to pack a swimsuit; not all excursions are clothing optional.
Other important items to pack: sunscreen, brimmed hats, sunglasses, reef-walking/beach shoes, bug repellent, any prescription medicine authorized by your physician and your passport.
Contact Bare Necessities Tour & Travel
PLEASE DON’T HESITATE TO CALL OR EMAIL US
800-743-0405 / 512-499-0405
We are available Monday – Friday | 9am – 5pm Central Time Zone.
We look forward to welcoming you on board!
Yours naturally,
The Staff of Bare Necessities Tour & Travel
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