From 25 Nov to 5 Dec 2026, guests on board the EUROPA will experience an exceptional passage across the Atlantic: the cruise “Non-stop from the Tagus to the Big Apple” is entirely devoted to longevity – the conscious pursuit of a long and healthy life. The ten-day passage combines relaxation and deceleration with profound insights and modern well-being. The stylish ambience of the luxurious small EUROPA, excellent cuisine and the wide range of services offered by Hapag-Lloyd Cruises create the setting for this conscious time out. While the days at sea invite guests to relax and unwind, experts in cooperation with ZEIT Reisen will share inspiring insights on the topics of health, quality of life and meaning. Between the cosmopolitan cities of Lisbon and New York, “The Longevity Crossing” provide both time and space for acquiring new perspectives.
An Atlantic crossing is one of the most impressive routes in the world of cruises. The meditative view of the vastness of the ocean and the calm days at sea create ideal conditions for freedom of thought, inner peace and moments of self-reflection. On the EUROPA, this classic route provides the setting for a journey of discovery to the “sources of life’s energy” – focusing on the question of what constitutes a good, fulfilling and long life today.
Well-being ahoy – MS EUROPA as a source of inner strength
During the passage, the small luxury ship will offer guests a sheltered space and the time to let go, try new things and find their true selves. A maximum of 400 guests can enjoy the modern luxury on board in combination with personal service and the EUROPA Refresh holistic well-being programme, inspiring guests to use their own resources consciously. Modern fitness and exercise concepts, individual nutritional approaches, mindfulness and relaxation programmes as well as soothing treatments in the OCEAN SPA all help to establish harmony between body and mind. A heated 15 m (49 ft) long seawater pool, a whirlpool and a fitness area with ocean view offer additional space for exercise, peace and relaxation.
Furthermore, five restaurants included in the cruise price – one of them THE GLOBE by Kevin Fehling – cater to the culinary well-being of guests on board. Awarded three Michelin stars, the chef Kevin Fehling runs THE TABLE in Hamburg, a restaurant that received five black toques in the Gault et Millau guide at the beginning of the year and stands for creative cosmopolitan cuisine of the highest standards. This makes the Atlantic crossing an exceptional journey for the palate as well.
“The Longevity Crossing” – inspiration for a fulfilled life
What does one need for a fulfilled life? And how can a sense of inner balance be maintained in everyday life? Questions such as these will be at the heart of “The Longevity Crossing” programme on eight of the ten days at sea, inviting guests to discover new perspectives beyond the pressure to perform and the fast pace of life. In cooperation with ZEIT Reisen, three renowned experts will be on board the EUROPA: Andreas Lebert, editor-in-chief of ZEIT Wissen magazine and head of the arts and culture section at DIE ZEIT; Dr Sibylle Anderl, astrophysicist, philosopher and head of the science section at DIE ZEIT; and psychologist and bestselling author Dr Eva Wlodarek. In talks and discussions, they will offer valuable insights on topics such as relaxation, orientation, meaning, self-care and mental strength.
A programme of additional events will also provide interdisciplinary perspectives: among other things, the speakers will address how relaxation works and how to make time one’s ally, what role personal attitude plays in happiness and well-being, and how to find security in a complex world. Lectures, open questions and discussion rounds as well as sundowners at twilight all help to create a unique environment for an inspiring exchange on equal terms.
Gentle exercise and mindfulness activities complement the programme and tie in with the well-being concept of the EUROPA. In addition, guests will have the opportunity to benefit from optional individual coaching sessions to explore topics in greater depth and translate insights into their everyday lives. This makes “The Longevity Crossing” a retreat at sea with the power to instil new routines and perspectives on what health really means in life. At the end of the cruise, guests will arrive in New York rejuvenated and full of new ideas.
Advent magic on the Atlantic – arrival in the glittering lights of New York
The late autumn maritime light provides the backdrop in the departure port of Lisbon. As soon as the EUROPA sets sail for the Atlantic, the Advent season will begin on board. Relaxed days at sea, culinary highlights and atmospheric evenings convey a unique rhythm to the cruise – defined by a slower pace, inspiration and exchange. On the morning of 4 Dec, the EUROPA will call at New York. An overnight stay invites guests to immerse themselves in the pulsating life of the metropolis with its festive decorations. Those who wish to enjoy the Christmas lights of the Big Apple for longer can extend their experience with an exclusive post-cruise programme, curated by the Hapag-Lloyd Cruises travel concierge service.
Sample cruise: “Non-stop from the Tagus to the Big Apple” (EUR2627)
From Lisbon/Portugal to New York City/USA, from 25 Nov bis 5 Dec 2026 (10 days). Bookable in the PLATINUM fare from € 4,860 (including early booking discount, valid until 31 May 2026) per person, double occupancy, including travel package to and from departure and arrival points. In addition to being bookable through Hapag-Lloyd Cruises, the cruise is also offered as a readers’ cruise by ZEIT Reisen. For more information, visit: www.hl-cruises.com/EUR2601
