TUI Cruises Reportedly Trials Theatre Seating Surcharge

Guests are reporting that the German-based cruise giant, TUI Cruises, has started a trial on board one of its nine ships, offering guests the chance to reserve front-row theatre seats at an additional charge.
 
The additional charge is currently being trailed on board Mein Schiff 7 but could be implemented fleetwide.

​Currently guests on board Mein Schiff 7 can reserve premium theatre seating from €14,50 per person, with a beverage included. The cruise line is offering two options, ‘Showtime Front Row’ and ‘Showtime Plus’. Other seats in the theatre can still be used at no extra cost, and theatre shows are included in the cruise fare.

​Mein Schiff 7 was delivery to TUI Cruises in 2024. TUI Cruises welcomed two larger Intuition Class 160,000 gross tonne ships to its fleet in 2025 and 2026. A further two ships in this class are expected to launch in 2031 and 2032.