๐ถ Epic Destinations. Pure Metal. Floating Chaos. ๐ถ
๐ค โNo other festival gives you thisโa metal journey through volcanic islands, crushing riffs, and epic sunsets.โ And you know what? THEY MEAN IT. Forget muddy fields and soggy tents โ this is your chance to mosh in a hot tub and scream into the wind with your horns up high. ๐๐ฅ
๐ฅ What Is It?
Itโs not just a festival. Itโs a full-blown floating riff warship. The Mediterranea Metal Cruise sets sail through stunning volcanic isles and Mediterranean ports while serving up unrelenting metal madness across multiple decks. Live shows, meet-and-greets, karaoke chaos, and more riffs than the entire Bay Area thrash scene combined.
And yes โ thereโs beer. LOTS of beer ๐บ๐ค
๐ค FULL LINEUP โ WHOโS ON BOARD?
Ready to unleash mayhem on the high seas? Hereโs whoโs blasting through the PA while dolphins flee in fear:
๐ธ Main Bands:
- ๐ BULLET โ Swedish heavy metal monsters with riffs sharper than Poseidon’s trident
- ๐ธ MINOROAR โ Raw, riff-packed energy and crowd-friendly chaos
- ๐ LEGION OF THE DAMNED โ Thrash inferno from the Netherlands; bring earplugs or die trying
- ๐น ENFORCER โ Speed metal maniacs in full NWOTHM style
- โ๏ธ DREAM EVIL โ Pure power metal anthems. You WILL raise your fists.
- ๐ฅ SERIOUS BLACK โ Melodic Euro metal with ex-Blind Guardian and Helloween DNA
- ๐ BROKEN BY THE SCREAM โ Japanese scream queens bringing full-body whiplash energy
- โ๏ธ VERSATILE โ Swiss industrial black metal with hypnotic grooves and gothic drama
๐น Bonus On-Board Chaos:
- ๐ค HEAVY METAL BARPIANO โ Yes, itโs exactly what it sounds like. And yes, itโs glorious.
- ๐ฆ RUN TO THE BEAST โ Iron Maiden tribute band from Ireland. You better believe theyโre playing Hallowed Be Thy Name on a boat.
๐๏ธ Special Guests:
- Kevin Quilligan โ Vocal coach of growling legends. Want to scream properly? Get schooled here.
- DJ Gustav โ Metal party commander from Gothenburg spinning late-night bangers on Deck Ragnarok
๐ฐ Cabin Prices โ Choose Your Den of Riffs ๐ค
All prices below are per person, based on double occupancy, and include meals, port fees, โฌ115 drink credit, and general chaos.
| Cabin Type | Deck | Price in โฌ | Approx. Price in ยฃGBP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Interior IA (Interior, decks 4โ5) | 4โ5 | โฌ1,259 | ยฃ1,070 |
| Spacious Ocean View (XC) (Decks 4โ6) | 4โ6 | โฌ1,759 | ยฃ1,495 |
| Spacious Suite Ocean View (XD) (Decks 5 & 7) | 5 & 7 | โฌ2,349 | ยฃ1,997 (SOLD OUT) |
| Panoramic Balcony Suite (BA) (Deck 7) | 7 | โฌ2,929 | ยฃ2,490 (Almost gone!) |
๐ฅ Other options (Interior IB/IC, Obstructed Views etc.) exist but are selling out fast!
๐งพ Whatโs Included:
- 3 nights of face-melting metal shows
- 3 daily meals + selected drinks (beer, wine, coffee, teas)
- โฌ115 (ยฃ98) drink/food credit per person
- Access to all shows, events, DJ sets, karaoke, etc.
- Port taxes, fees, and gratuities = no hidden nasties
๐น Extras (Optional AddโOns):
- Premium AllโInclusive Drinks Package โ โฌ168 / ยฃ143 pp (unlimited cocktails, beer, Wi-Fi & more)
- Onboard Credit Upgrades โ โฌ200 โ โฌ300+ / ยฃ170 โ ยฃ255+ (extra drinks & swag)
- Solo travellers get ยฃ170 off the double occupancy price
- Hold your cabin for just ยฃ9 for 48 hrs
- 8% booking fee added on checkout
- NO REFUNDS โ get travel insurance, butt! ๐งณ
๐ง TL;DR โ Should You Go?
- Cheapest cabin? ยฃ1,070
- Want a sea view and more leg room? ยฃ1,495โยฃ1,997
- Balcony suite like a rock god? ยฃ2,490
- All meals, drinks, gigs, taxes INCLUDED
- Metal bands, karaoke, parties, and port stops to die for
If this cruise was any more metal, itโd sink under the weight of its own amps.
๐ Final Thought
This is the Ragnarรถk of Rock Cruises.
This is Moshstock on the Mediterranean.
This isโฆ THE MEDITERRANEA METAL CRUISE. ๐ธ๐๐ป
Go on, you glorious headbanging lunatic. Book it.
And when you return sunburnt and hoarse, weโll be here to hear your tales from the ship of riffs.
Michael is the founder, editor, and chief riff wrangler behind The Riff Report, an independent Welsh rock and metal publication built by fans, for fans. With a lifelong passion for loud guitars, unforgettable live shows, and the incredible community that surrounds rock and metal, he created The Riff Report to celebrate everything that makes the scene specialโfrom legendary headline acts and grassroots venues to rising bands that deserve to be heard.
A familiar face at festivals across the UK, Michael spends much of the year covering events including Download Festival, Bloodstock Open Air, Steelhouse Festival, Firevolt, Plumpton Revival, and many more. Whether heโs battling the Welsh weather on a mountainside, surviving a weekend in a muddy campsite, or squeezed against the front barrier with thousands of fellow fans, heโs always searching for the next great story to share.
As editor of The Riff Report, Michael writes festival guides, breaking news, album reviews, gig reviews, interviews, opinion pieces, nostalgia features, and behind-the-scenes stories from across the rock and metal world. His writing combines honest opinions, humour, and a genuine love for live music, bringing readers closer to the bands, festivals, venues, and people that keep the scene alive.
Michael is particularly passionate about supporting independent artists, local venues, charities, and the wider UK rock and metal community. He believes every band deserves a chance to be discovered and every festival has a story worth telling. Through The Riff Report, he aims to shine a spotlight on both the biggest names in rock and the future stars waiting to break through.
When heโs not writing or interviewing artists, youโll probably find him exploring festival campsites, photographing live shows, chatting with fellow fans over a pint, or planning the next road trip in search of more riffs, bigger crowds, and unforgettable moments.
Above all, Michael believes rock and metal are about more than musicโtheyโre about community, friendship, and creating memories that last a lifetime. Thatโs exactly what The Riff Report exists to celebrate.
Proudly Welsh. Proudly Loud. Always chasing the next great riff. ๐ค
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