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Marella Discovery 2 Sets Seven-Night Mediterranean Cruise From Palma

The Cosmopolitan Charms itinerary features five scheduled port calls, optional excursions and included youth facilities.

Norwegian Cruise Line’s future largest ship is scheduled to begin sailing in the Mediterranean before repositioning to Miami.

The ship scored 86 in a May 14 inspection, four months after earning 100.

The twice-weekly seasonal route will support Costa Cruises departures from Genoa and Savona.