TUI Cruises vacation travel concept is for the German-speaking market who generally opts for premium cruising experience. TUI brand's onboard product is custom-tailored for the tastes of Germans and encompasses food, amenities and entertainment. German is the main language used onboard all TUI ships.

TUI Christmas and New Year cruises are geared to German-speaking couples, families and older folks. 

• Passengers can relax as all dining is open seating and they don't have to book for dinner. Beer and wine with dinners are included in the fares.
• One very European touch is that each cabin features an espresso machine providing the kick-start to the day.
• The primary entertainment venue is the Theater, which offers two nightly shows. The cinema also doubles as a lecture room. There are also multiple clubs and discos.
• TUI Cruises ships offer a casino and gambling ranges from blackjack to 5-cent slot machines. Mein Schiff ’s duty-free shops offer liquor, jewelry, perfumes. 
• Various activities are provided daily, such as bingo and computer classes, but fewer options are available when the ships are in port. 
• There are outside saltwater pools and hot tubs, as well as freshwater pools located under greenhouse-like roofs. 
• Other highlights include a 1,700-sq.metre Japanese-style Spa area operated by Steiner which boasts private spa suites, recliners for relaxation and a 2,200-sq.metre pool deck with private areas.

Next tables show all TUI Christmas New Year cruise itineraries 2018-2019 as ships, departure ports, call ports (dates and arrival / departure times) and regions.