Photo: Kreuzfahrt — Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Mein Schiff Relax inaugurated an entirely new chapter for TUI Cruises as the first ship of the LNG-powered InTUItion class, a clean-sheet design that broke both with the line's Meyer Turku heritage and with its numeric naming convention. Built instead by Fincantieri at its Monfalcone shipyard in Italy, she was delivered in February 2025 and christened in Malaga that April, marking the German-market joint venture's decisive step toward lower-emission cruising.
At roughly 160,000 GT she is substantially larger than any previous Mein Schiff, and TUI Cruises has stated that the InTUItion class carries a true double-occupancy capacity of 3,890 guests. Powered by liquefied natural gas and equipped for shore-power connection, the ship was engineered around energy efficiency and reduced emissions, themes reflected in her name, which emphasises wellness and relaxation. The larger hull afforded expanded dining, spa and wellness spaces while retaining the open, informal character and all-inclusive product that define the brand.
The ship was christened by Giuliana Rizzo as godmother, a choice reflecting her Italian construction at Monfalcone. She is registered in Valletta, Malta, flies the Maltese flag, and carries the call sign 9HA6120.
Mein Schiff Relax entered service on Canary Islands and North East Atlantic itineraries, with seasonal Mediterranean deployment often based at Palma de Mallorca. As one of the newest and largest ships in the fleet, and the pioneer of TUI Cruises' LNG-powered future, she remains in active service.
Onboard Highlights
Signature attractions, dining, bars and entertainment aboard Mein Schiff Relax.
Specialty dining
- Atlantik
The signature main restaurant with full table service, multi-course menus, and floor-to-ceiling aft windows. - Harbour Market
The international buffet with a wok station and specialty counters, open through the evening. - Osteria
A table-service Italian spot for pizza and pasta beside the buffet. - Sur Mer Bistrot
An inclusive French bistro with indoor and outdoor seating. - Taverna Dionysos
An authentic Greek restaurant with indoor and terrace seating. - Fugu
An immersive five-course Japanese dining experience created with Berlin chef Tim Raue. - Hofde
A Scandinavian-designed steakhouse serving premium fish and meat.
Bars and lounges
- Captain's Bar
A Deck 16 bar with expansive windows overlooking two decks. - La Cage
A theatrical bar and casino with burlesque-style performances.
Entertainment
- Theatre
A three-deck multifunctional theater staging variety shows and tribute productions.
Specifications
| Status | In service |
|---|---|
| Entered service | 2025 |
| Cruise line | TUI Cruises |
| Class | InTUItion class |
| Gross tonnage | 160,000 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 3,890 |
| Guests (maximum) | 3,984 |
| Crew | 1,535 |
| Est. annual guests | ≈ 205,000 / year (estimated) |
| Length | 326 m (1,070 ft) |
| Beam | 42 m (138 ft) moulded |
| Decks | 19 |
| Staterooms | 1,945 |
| Shipyard | Fincantieri (Monfalcone, Italy) |
| Christened by | Giuliana Rizzo |
| Flag | Malta |
| Port of registry | Valletta, Malta |
| IMO number | 9862657 |
| Call sign | 9HA6120 |
| Home port | Palma de Mallorca (seasonal) |
| Region | Canary Islands / North East Atlantic |
About the InTUItion class class
TUI Cruises' new LNG-powered generation and its largest ships (Mein Schiff Relax, Mein Schiff Flow).
Ownership & loyalty
Part of Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL).
Sister brands: Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, Silversea Cruises, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises.
Runs a separate (German-market) loyalty program, outside the Royal Caribbean Group status match.
References
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- Photograph by Kreuzfahrt (CC BY-SA 4.0), via Wikimedia Commons - Primary ship photograph