Forza ferry

MV Forza ferry is a Ro-Ro passenger vessel operated by the Spanish company TRASMEDITERRANEA. The ship has a maximum capacity of 969 passengers and 600 cars. Launched in 2010, she currently operates on the Italy–Greece ferry routes Ancona-Igoumenitsa, Ancona-Patras, Bari-Igoumenitsa, Bari-Patras, and Igoumenitsa-Venice.

Cabins

As a cruise ferry, Forza has a total of 268 berths in 2-, 3- or 4-bed categories (inside and outside). All staterooms are air-conditioned and feature en-suite bathrooms. Bed linens, towels, and toiletries are provided. Some cabins are wheelchair-accessible and adapted for disabled passengers.

All passengers must vacate their staterooms 30 minutes prior to homeport arrival. Passengers with reduced mobility board first, while disabled passengers traveling with vehicles disembark last. All Trasmediterranea ships have reserved seating adapted for passengers with reduced mobility and visually impaired travelers, as well as common bathrooms designed for accessibility.

For no-cabin passengers with reserved seats, the ship provides a dedicated luggage room kept locked during the voyage. Luggage limits are 40 kg (on the bridge) and 30 kg (on the seats).

Shipboard dining and entertainment options

Facilities on the Forza include:

• A la carte Restaurant (Mediterranean menu) serving fresh-made dishes prepared with locally sourced produce. The restaurant also has a wine cellar with a wide selection of premium wines. Signature offerings include Iberian ham, salads, crawfish croquettes, meats, seafood, paella, and homemade desserts.
• Buffet Restaurant (self-service) with hot and cold dishes, salads, rice dishes, pasta, tapas, omelets, soups, stews, meats, seafood, as well as hot and cold drinks, beers, and wines by the glass. Children’s menus and vegetarian/healthy options are available. Signature offers include "Combo Grumete" (spaghetti with Bolognese sauce, soda) and "Combo Neptuno" (hamburger, French fries, soda).
• Cafeteria (patisserie/coffee shop) serving sandwiches, cakes, pastries, pizzas, light snacks (appetizers, paninis), chocolates, homemade ice cream, fresh juices, coffees, teas, liqueurs, and other beverages.
• Gluten-free and halal Moroccan dishes (vegetable tagine, lamb, chicken, fish) are also available across the fleet.
• Boutiques selling duty-free perfumes, cosmetics, leather goods, toys, confectionery, clothing, accessories, cameras, sunglasses, jewelry, travel essentials, souvenirs, spirits, wines, and tobaccos. Regular promotions are available, with duty-free pricing on Spain–Canaries and Spain–Morocco routes. Shops also feature exclusive Kukuxumusu products, with current promotions listed in the Azul Marino magazine.
• Kids Play Area (indoor supervised playground with ball pool, nursery, and childcare services). During peak season (June–September), activities include games, arts and crafts, Pirate Day, MiniDisco, and themed parties.
• Sun Deck with Solarium (sun loungers), jogging track, helipad (emergency use), and a pets area (air-conditioned kennels and walking space). Passengers may visit pets during crossings with crew permission.
• Disco Bar with a wide variety of drinks.
• Video Games Room (arcade machines, XBOX consoles).
• Free Wi-Fi, ATM/cash machine (next to Reception).

The ship has two seating lounges (Economy Class and Club Class) with reclining Pullman seats and large TVs. Club Class passengers also receive snack and drink service.

All public decks are connected by elevators, and all decks are linked by staircases. Emergency instructions are displayed in cabins, on TV screens, and at muster stations. Life jackets are distributed at assembly stations. In case of emergency, elevators are not to be used.

Trasmediterranea ferry deals

For foot passengers, boarding closes 30 minutes prior to departure (15 minutes on fast ferries). For car passengers, boarding closes 1 hour before departure. On Spain–Canaries routes, due to customs, passengers must arrive at least 2 hours before boarding.

Boarding cards can be issued online or from self-service check-in machines. All passengers (including babies and pets) must have individual boarding cards with names. Lost cards are reissued free of charge.

To enter Morocco, valid ID and passports (and visas where required) are necessary. Documents must remain valid throughout the stay.

Pregnant women must sign an "Information document for pregnant travelers." Women over 36 weeks pregnant are not permitted to travel. Babies (0–2 years) travel free but without a seat. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Kids ages 2–13 receive a 50% discount.

Trasmediterranea offers the following discounts:

• 100% discount for babies (0–2 years, free travel, no seat).
• 50% discount for kids (2–13 years).
• 50% resident discount.
• 40–50% military discount (depending on agreements with army corps).
• 20% large family discount.
• 50% large family with special needs discount.
• 100% discount for small pets in carriers (free travel).

Combined ferry+bus packages with discounted pricing are also available.

Pets on the ship

Pets (birds, cats, dogs, and other harmless animals) are allowed onboard with both car and foot passengers. Pets are not permitted on passenger decks. Car passengers may leave pets in vehicles or kennels, while foot passengers must use carriers (max 50x40x25 cm). Animals remain in carriers for the entire trip. Large dogs must be leashed and muzzled.

Boarding cards for pets are required and must be requested at booking. Valid health cards (vaccination and deworming records) are mandatory.

Onboard kennels are parasite-proof and cleaned before each voyage. All ferries carry a pet first-aid kit and provide a 24-hour animal hotline. Pet carriers must have waterproof bottoms and be covered.

Guide and assistance dogs have free access to all passenger facilities and travel free of charge. They must have veterinary ID cards, be muzzled and leashed, and carry official tags.

Car decks

Car passengers may travel without baggage limits. All vehicles must have valid documents and insurance. Boarding closes 1 hour before departure. Luggage may remain in vehicles, but car decks stay closed during crossings. Car ferry rates vary by route and vehicle length.

Trasmediterranea ships provide free transport of bicycles, surfboards, and kayaks, secured in the garage.

Car deck safety procedures:

• Disabled passengers needing assistance should visit the Information Desk (open 24 hours).
• Engage the handbrake, leave the vehicle in park/1st gear, and switch off ignition, alarms, and electrical systems. Lock the vehicle. Gas cylinders must be turned off.
• Remove valuables and essential hand baggage.
• Note vehicle location and garage/stairway number.
• Access to vehicle decks during crossings is prohibited.
• Smoking is forbidden on vehicle decks, in cabins, and lounges.
• Wait for announcements before returning to vehicles.
• Do not start engines until instructed to reduce pollution.

The ship charterer, Trasmediterranea (fleet, founded 1916, headquartered in Madrid, Spain, part of Acciona Group), is a Spanish ferry company operating passenger and cargo services between mainland Spain, the Canary Islands, Balearic Islands, and North Africa (Morocco, Algeria).