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Discovering Cultural Morocco

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BMB BRIDGE CRUISE
18th January 2024  |  14 Nights  |  Southampton  |  Balmoral  |  L2402
From: £1709pp
BMB Host & Team
All of our Bridge Cruises have a Bernard Magee Bridge host and a team of helpers.
Daily Bridge
There is a daily session of bridge available as well as seminars on days at sea. All the bridge sessions are optional.
Partners Found
We have many single players on board and guarantee everybody a partner.
BMB Parties
We also have drinks parties to help players meet and mingle and create a nice atmosphere on board.

Discovering Cultural Morocco

18th January 2024   |   14 Nights   |   Southampton   |   Balmoral   |   L2402

ABOUT THIS CRUISE

Our journey planners have crafted this cruise to give you opportunities to immerse yourself in the unique culture of Morocco, from visiting cultural landmarks to discovering the local way of life.

From Agadir, you can head to the Atlas foothills and hike among the rugged, mountainous landscape, or perhaps opt to join a Berber-style cooking class to learn more about Moroccan cuisine.

Elsewhere, there will be chances to visit UNESCO-listed Tétouan, with its strong Andalusian ties seen in the whitewashed walls and Moorish architecture, and the imperial city of Rabat, home to the Hassan Tower – a minaret of an incomplete mosque and one of the capital’s most iconic sites.

Host Lesley Lewis

Your BMB Host

Lesley Lewis

Lesley joined the Mr Bridge team in 2011 and has been involved in weekend breaks, New Year celebrations at Denham Grove and many cruises and trips abroad. She has taught beginners’ bridge on the longer cruises and also hosted, delivering seminars. She has described these times as some of the most enjoyable and rewarding of her life.

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CRUISE ITINERARY

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Discovering Cultural Morocco

18th January 2024   |   14 Nights   |   Southampton   |   Balmoral   |   L2402
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Jan 18

Southampton

United Kingdom

Select  ~  Departure - Late Afternoon
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Jan 22

FUNCHAL

Portugal

Arrival - Late Morning  ~  Departure - Late Night

Famous for its outstanding natural beauty, the Atlantic island of Madeira is known as the ‘floating garden’, with its array of subtropical flowers and plants – grown from the bulbs and seeds of the British merchants who came to the island after making their fortune from selling Madeiran wine. Produced since the 17th century, Madeira Wine’s historical and maritime links make for fascinating reading, of course accompanied by a glass or two of the ‘liquid history’, as described by Winston Churchill.

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Jan 24

AGADIR

Morocco

Arrival - Early Morning  ~  Departure - Late Afternoon

Situated in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains, on Morocco’s southern Atlantic coast, the present-day town of Agadir was rebuilt in the 1960’s due to a devastating earthquake. It’s a lively beachside town, with wide boulevards, sandy beaches and azure blue seas. Contrasting with this, the old port area offers markets selling local spices, fruit and vegetables. Nearby, nomadic Berber villagers live in clay homes in the shadows of the mountains.

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Jan 25-26

CASABLANCA

Morocco

Arrival - Early Afternoon  ~  Departure - Early Evening

A bustling and cosmopolitan city, Casablanca still offers a taste of its French colonial past, with the art-deco Ville Nouvelle at its centre. The Old Medina is full of crowded streets and tiny shops, and the Hassan Il Mosque dominates the city, where the 210m minaret – the tallest in the world, shines a laser beam at night pointing towards Mecca. This breathtaking building can accommodate 25, 000 worshippers, with a further 80, 000 in the courtyard.

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Jan 27

TANGIER

Morocco

Arrival - Early Morning  ~  Departure - Early Afternoon

Tangier is the gateway from Europe to Africa, due to its location on the Straits of Gibraltar, and has seen rapid progression into a cosmopolitan city, whilst still retaining its history. The Medina is situated within the walls of a 15th century Portuguese fortress, and is a labyrinth of market stalls and cafés, where the popular Moroccan mint tea is often served. Gunpowder tea first arrived here in the 18th century, and where locals added fresh mint and sugar – this refreshing drink is now available throughout Tangier.

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Jan 28

LISBON

Portugal

Arrival - Late Morning  ~  Departure - Early Evening

Overlooking the River Tagus, Portugal’s capital city offers an abundance of maritime highlights, including the iconic Ponte de Abril suspension bridge, and the UNESCO-listed Belém Tower, which served as an embarkation and disembarkation point for Vasco de Gama and other Portuguese explorers. The delicious pastéis de nata are also not to be missed when visiting Lisbon, particularly when sampled at the original bakery, which opened in 1837.

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Jan 29

LEIXÕES

Portugal

Arrival - Early Morning  ~  Departure - Early Evening

A short journey from Leixões takes you into the heart of Oporto, with its fortress-like Cathedral – offering stunning views across the city, and the Baroque Church of Clérigos. Head to the historic Ribeira District, where the narrow, cobbled lanes wind their way down to the Douro River, or visit one of the many wine cellars for a taste of the rich and smooth fortified wine named after the city, Port.

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Feb 01

Southampton

United Kingdom

Arrival - Early Morning  ~  Select
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Introducing Balmoral

Beautiful Balmoral is small enough to navigate some of Europe’s most picturesque waterways so guests can enjoy hours of scenic cruising. Balmoral retains a warm, civilised atmosphere and features comfortable accommodation, stylish restaurants and plenty of open deck space.
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BALMORAL

Beautiful Balmoral is small enough to navigate Europe’s most picturesque waterways so guests can enjoy hours of scenic cruising. Balmoral offers a warm, civilised atmosphere and features comfortable accommodation, stylish restaurants and plenty of open-deck space.

  • 710 Cabins
  • 1,325 Guests
  • 551 Crew
  • 43,537 GT
  • 16kts Max Speed
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Balmoral Cabins

CABIN OPTIONS ON YOUR CRUISE
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BALCONY JUNIOR SUITE (BJ)


Balmoral’s Balcony Junior Suites have a large cabin area and private balcony.

  • Highland deck,Bridge deck,Lido deck
  • Approx. 279 sq. ft.
  • Twin or double bed
  • Bath and/or shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
From £4089pp
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MARQUEE SUITE (MS)


Situated on deck 10, Marquee Suites have a private balcony and large cabin area.

  • Highland deck
  • Approx. 472 sq. ft.
  • Double bed
  • Bath and/or shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
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OWNER’S SUITE (OW)


Exclusive Suite.

  • Highland deck
  • Approx. 1181 sq. ft.
  • King size bed
  • Bath and/or shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
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Owners suite, cabin 1023, Balmoral

PREMIER SUITE (PS)


Located on deck 10, Premier Suites have a private balcony and large cabin area.

  • Highland deck
  • Approx. 601 sq. ft.
  • Twin or double bed
  • Bath and/or shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
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SUPERIOR SUITE (SS)


Located on decks 9 & 10, Superior Suites have a balcony and large cabin area.

  • Highland deck,Bridge deck
  • Approx. 341 sq. ft.
  • Twin or double bed
  • Bath and/or shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
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BALCONY CABIN (BA)


Located on Deck 8 & 9, Balcony Cabins have a private balcony and spacious cabin area.

  • Bridge deck, Lido deck
  • Approx. 260 sq. ft.
  • Twin or double bed
  • Bath and/or shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
From £3519pp
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SUPERIOR OCEAN VIEW (A)


Higher on the ship, these cabins offer views from large picture windows.

  • Lido deck
  • Approx. 200 sq. ft.
  • Twin or double bed
  • Bath and/or shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
From £2089pp
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SUPERIOR OCEAN VIEW (B)


These cabins feature a picture window offering ocean views.

  • Lido deck, Main deck
  • Approx. 165 sq. ft.
  • Twin or double bed
  • Bath and/or shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
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SUPERIOR OCEAN VIEW (C)


Balmoral’s C Grade Superior Ocean View cabins feature a picture window.

  • Atlantic deck
  • Approx. 165 sq. ft.
  • Twin or double bed
  • Bath and/or shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
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SUPERIOR OCEAN FULLY OBSTRUCTED VIEW (CO)


CO Grade Superior Ocean View cabins have a fully obstructed picture window.

  • Lido deck
  • Approx. 165 sq. ft.
  • Twin or double bed
  • Bath and/or shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
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OCEAN VIEW (D)


Balmoral’s D Grade Ocean View cabins have a picture window.

  • Atlantic deck, Coral deck
  • Approx. 165 sq. ft.
  • Twin bed
  • Bath and/or shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
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OCEAN VIEW (E)


The E Grade Ocean View cabin on Balmoral features a picture window.

  • Coral deck
  • Approx. 165 sq. ft.
  • Twin bed
  • Shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
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OCEAN VIEW (F)


Two portholes in Balmoral’s F Grade Ocean View cabins offer ocean views.

  • Atlantic deck, Coral deck, Marina deck
  • Approx. 165 sq. ft.
  • Twin bed
  • Shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
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SUPERIOR INTERIOR CABIN (G)


G Grade Superior Inside cabins on Balmoral are perfect for a relaxing cruise.

  • Bridge deck, Lido deck
  • Approx. 160 sq. ft.
  • Twin or double bed
  • Bath and/or shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
From £1709pp
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INTERIOR CABIN (H)


These cabins feature a picture window offering ocean views.

  • Main deck, Atlantic deck
  • Approx. 160 sq. ft.
  • Twin or double bed
  • Shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
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INTERIOR CABIN (I)


I Grade Inside cabins on Balmoral offer everything you need on a cruise.

  • Atlantic deck, Coral deck, Marina deck
  • Approx. 160 sq. ft.
  • Twin or double bed
  • Shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
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SINGLE OCEAN VIEW (L)


Balmoral’s L Grade Single Ocean View cabins offer ocean views from the porthole

  • Marina deck
  • Approx. 140 sq. ft.
  • Twin or double bed
  • Shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
From £3659
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SINGLE INTERIOR (N)


N Grade Single Interior cabins are located on decks 3 & 6.

  • Main deck, Marina deck
  • Approx. 130 sq. ft.
  • Twin bed
  • Bath and/or shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
From £2949
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SINGLE BALCONY CABIN (J)


On Lido Deck 8, Balmoral’s J Grade Balcony cabins have a picture window.

  • Lido deck
  • Approx. 160 sq. ft.
  • Double bed
  • Bath and/or shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
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SINGLE BALCONY SUITE (JB)


Balmoral’s Single Balcony Suites have a private balcony and airy inside area

  • Bridge deck
  • Approx. 274 sq. ft.
  • Twin bed
  • Bath and/or shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
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SINGLE OCEAN VIEW (K)


K Grade Ocean View cabins on Balmoral offer scenic views from the picture window.

  • Lido deck, Coral deck
  • Approx. 165 sq. ft.
  • Twin bed
  • Shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
Call 01344 205 120 for latest prices
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SINGLE OCEAN VIEW (L)


Balmoral’s L Grade Single Ocean View cabins offer ocean views from the porthole.

  • Marina deck
  • Approx. 140 sq. ft.
  • Twin or double bed
  • Shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
Call 01344 205 120 for latest prices
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SINGLE INTERIOR CABIN (M)


M Grade Single Interior cabins are perfect for a relaxing cruise.

  • Bridge deck
  • Approx. 160 sq. ft.
  • Twin bed
  • Bath and/or shower
  • Mini Bar / Fridge
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Your BMB Bridge Cruise Coupon

Don’t forget to quote the code GRP0295, when booking a BMB Bridge Cruise. Call our friendly booking experts on: 01344 205 120.

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So Much Already Included

Everything listed below is included within the price of your BMB Bridge Cruise holiday.
  • DINING & LOUNGES
    • À la carte dining
    • Daily buffet dining options
    • Late night Supper Club
    • Afternoon tea
    • Self-service tea & coffee
    • In-cabin dining & snacks
  • ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT
    • Daily bridge sessions
    • Bridge seminars*
    • Evening shows
    • Live music & dancing
    • Dance classes
    • Lectures & talks
    • Cookery demonstrations
    • Traditional deck games
  • RELAXATION & FITNESS
    • Swimming Pools
    • Jacuzzis
    • Fitness Centre
    • Fitness Classes

DINING & LOUNGES

  • À la carte dining
  • Daily buffet dining options
  • Late night Supper Club
  • Afternoon tea
  • Self-service tea & coffee
  • In-cabin dining & snacks

ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

  • Daily bridge sessions
  • Bridge seminars*
  • Evening shows
  • Live music & dancing
  • Dance classes
  • Lectures & talks
  • Cookery demonstrations
  • Traditional deck games
* Days at sea.

RELAXATION & FITNESS

  • Swimming Pools
  • Jacuzzis
  • Fitness Centre
  • Fitness Classes

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