Stena Scandinavica ferry

MS Stena Scandinavica ferry is a Ro-Pax passenger vessel operated by the Sweden-based company STENA LINE. The ship has a max capacity of 1,300 passengers and 300 cars. The vessel was launched in 2003 and currently operates on the Sweden–Germany ferry route Goteborg-Kiel (crossing time 9 hours) with 1 daily / 7 weekly crossings.

Cabins

As a cruise ferry, Stena Scandinavica has 148 cabins with a total of 364 berths. All staterooms are air-conditioned and feature en-suite bathrooms. All cabins (inside and outside) are located on decks 8, 9, and 10 and have a maximum capacity of 5 passengers. The ferry company provides bed linens, towels, and toiletries. Some staterooms are wheelchair-accessible (adapted for passengers with disabilities). The ship also offers "pet-friendly" cabins.

Stena Scandinavica stateroom categories include:

• (deck 10) Single Inside (2 beds / 1 lower + 1 upper bunk, no window)
• (deck 10) Single Outside (2 beds / 1 lower + 1 upper bunk, picture window)
• (decks 8-9-10) 2-berth / Twin Inside (2 lower beds, no window)
• (decks 8-9-10) 2-berth / Twin Inside (2 bunk beds / lower + upper, no window)
• (decks 8-9-10) 2-berth / Outside (2 lower beds, picture window)
• (decks 8-9-10) 2-berth / Twin Outside (2 lower bunk beds, picture window)
• (decks 8-9-10) 3-berth / Triple Inside (2 lower beds, 1 bunk bed, no window)
• (decks 8-9-10) 3-berth / Triple Outside (2 lower beds, 1 bunk bed, picture window)
• (decks 8-9-10) 4-berth / Quad Inside (4 beds / 2 lower + 2 bunk, no window)
• (decks 8-9-10) 4-berth / Quad Outside (4 beds / 2 lower + 2 bunk, picture window)
• (decks 8-9) Captain's Class, 2-berth (2 lower beds, 2 porthole windows, complimentary minibar)
• (decks 8-9) Comfort Class 2-berth (2 lower beds, picture window, complimentary minibar, coffee/tea-making facilities)
• (decks 8-9) 5-berth Inside Family Cabin (1 lower bed, 1 larger lower bed, 2 bunk beds / 4 adults + 1 child, no window)
• (decks 8-9) 5-berth Outside Family Cabin (1 lower bed, 1 larger lower bed, 2 bunk beds / 4 adults + 1 child, picture window)
• (deck 11) 3-berth Outside Jacuzzi Suite (size 17 m2 / 180 ft2, 1 double bed + 2 bunk beds / 2 adults + 2 children, floor-to-ceiling windows) - glassed balcony with Jacuzzi bathtub, coffee table, complimentary bathrobes, slippers, coffee maker, ice machine, included breakfast
• (deck 11) 3-berth Outside Panorama Suite (size 17 m2 / 180 ft2, 1 double bed + 2 bunk beds / 2 adults + 2 children, floor-to-ceiling windows) - coffee table, complimentary bathrobes, slippers, coffee maker, ice machine, included breakfast
• (deck 11) 3-berth Outside Penthouse Suite (size 26 m2 / 280 ft2, 1 double bed + 2 bunk beds / 2 adults + 2 children, floor-to-ceiling windows) - complimentary bathrobes, slippers, coffee maker, ice machine
• (deck 11) 3-berth Outside Skylight Suite (size 17 m2 / 180 ft2, 1 double bed + 2 bunk beds / 2 adults + 2 children, round-shaped ceiling domes) - coffee table, complimentary bathrobes, slippers, coffee maker, ice machine, included breakfast
• (deck 11) 2-berth Outside Skylight Cabin (size 17 m2 / 180 ft2, 1 round bed, 2 bunk beds / 2 adults + 2 children, round-shaped ceiling domes) - coffee table, complimentary bathrobes, slippers, coffee maker, ice machine, included breakfast
• (deck 11) 3-berth Terrace Suite (size 17 m2 / 180 ft2, 1 double bed, 2 bunk beds / 2 adults + 2 children, floor-to-ceiling windows, glass doors opening onto the Yacht Club terrace) - coffee table, complimentary bathrobes, slippers, coffee maker, ice machine, included breakfast

All cabins are equipped with luxury DUX beds and mattresses, Hansgrohe bathroom fixtures, phones, TVs (satellite reception), a desk (mirrored vanity table with chair), and an open wardrobe.

For reserved seating, passengers can upgrade to the Stena Plus Lounge (capacity 202 seats). Reserved seat packages include airline-type seating (fully reclining leather armchairs), complimentary hot and cold beverages (coffee, specialty teas, soft drinks, wine by the glass), snacks, newspapers, and magazines.

All passengers must vacate their staterooms 30 minutes prior to homeport arrival.

Shipboard dining and entertainment options

As facilities, the Stena Scandinavica ship offers:

• Metropolitan Restaurant (a la carte priced formal venue - gourmet food, Mediterranean cuisine, fine wine menu, drinks, children's menus)
• Taste Restaurant (self-service buffet, hot and cold meals, children's menus)
• The Yacht Club / Sundeck Bar (weather-dependent, patisserie and specialty coffee bar offering sandwiches, cakes, pastries, fruit salads, yogurt, ice cream, hot and cold drinks)
• The Living Room Bar & Lounge
• Taste (wine bar), Riva Bar
• C-View Bar Lounge (panoramic)
• Truckers Lounge (truck drivers-only bar lounge and restaurant)
• Children's Room (indoor soft-play area with large TV, toys, games, and supervised activities)
• Teen Town (video games room with arcade machines)
• Stena Shopping Center (gifts, souvenirs, spirits, wines, tobacco, brand perfumes and cosmetics, skincare products, leather goods, toys, confectionery, fashion clothing and accessories, gadgets and electronics, designer watches, sunglasses, jewelry, convenience goods, and travel essentials). Onboard retail promotions often offer up to 50% discounts on major brands.
• Sun Deck (wooden-decked sunbathing and outdoor relaxation area served by its own bar)
• Free Wi-Fi service, ATM/cash machine (next to the Information Desk / Reception)
• Midship on the top deck (Helideck) there is a helipad - a helicopter landing area used in emergencies
• All bars and lounges are fitted with large TVs and comfortable seating

All onboard emergency instructions are displayed in staterooms, on TV screens, and at the ship's assembly stations (muster stations). Life jackets are issued at the assembly stations. In case of emergency, the use of elevators/passenger lifts is prohibited.

STENA ferry deals

Below is a list of discounts and special offers provided by Stena Line (direct bookings only).

• On the routes Holland-UK (Hook of Holland-Harwich, day voyages only), Denmark-Norway (Frederikshavn-Oslo, Monday to Friday only), Denmark-Sweden (Grenaa-Varberg), and Germany-Sweden (Rugen Island / Sassnitz-Trelleborg and Rostock-Trelleborg), passengers can ferry caravans free of charge. This discount applies to the car plus caravan fare and cannot be combined with other offers.
• Motorhomes can be transported between the UK and Holland priced as cars (day voyages only).
• STENA's train and ferry deals offer discounted pricing on train travel to London (fares subject to availability). STENA issues e-tickets (not separate train tickets), and the passenger's self-printed e-ticket serves as a train ticket. Dutch Railways tickets (to and from the port) cannot be included in the ferry booking. These e-tickets are not valid on private UK rail carriers. Intercity Direct and ICE trains incur an additional charge.
• Special meals (vegan, vegetarian, kosher, halal, gluten-free, or lactose-free) can be pre-ordered on the UK–Holland route Harwich–Hook of Holland. All ingredients are verified by their manufacturers. Vegetarian meals may contain dairy products and eggs. Muslim meals do not contain pork (or by-products) or alcohol. Special food orders must be made 48 hours prior to departure (via email upon booking or by calling +31 (0)174 - 315 811).
• In 2013, the ships Britannica and Hollandica were each equipped with two electric car charging points (3.7 kW 16A, Euro standard Type 2). These charging points cannot be pre-booked. Charging is free of charge and takes 4–6 hours. Only on these ships are currency exchange machines (ATM by GWK Travelex) available, located in the lobby area (Deck 9, opposite the Reception Desk).
• Only on ships serving the Denmark–Norway route (Frederikshavn–Oslo) are power connections (at a fee) available for caravan fridges and freezers.
• Hand luggage restrictions per person (carried in public areas) are a maximum of 60x50x40 cm and up to 12 kg. Foot passengers may bring up to two additional pieces of luggage (up to 20 kg), checked in on day voyages (unless a cabin is booked). Car passengers must leave their luggage in the vehicle, as car decks are closed during the voyage. Extra baggage may incur a surcharge.
• All STENA ships allow boarding with LPG-fueled vehicles ("liquefied petroleum gas").
• The company does not allow women who are 36 weeks pregnant to travel, or 34 weeks in the case of multiple pregnancies.
• Passengers with reduced mobility will be assisted prior to departure and onboard. Such passengers must contact the company's staff at least 48 hours prior to departure (via email or by calling +31 (0)174-315811). Wheelchair passengers must arrive at the port at least 2 hours prior to departure and proceed to the check-in desk.
• Bicycles can be transported (at a fee) on all STENA ships and routes.
• Tickets with a blank return date are not offered. However, it is possible to book an "open ticket" with a temporary date that can later be changed to the actual return date.

STENA LINE's deals are categorized as "Economy," "Flexi," and "Premium." ECONOMY fares are the cheapest but include an amendment fee and no refunds for changes or cancellations. FLEXI fares allow changes at no cost, with passengers paying only the fare difference, and offer a full refund option upon cancellation. PREMIUM fares (depending on the route) offer additional perks such as express boarding and disembarkation, Stena Plus Lounge access, and included breakfast. PREMIUM deals are not available on the routes Sassnitz / Rostock–Trelleborg, Grenaa–Varberg, Nynashamn-Ventspils (Latvia), and Travemunde-Liepaja (Latvia). On the Hook of Holland–Harwich route, PREMIUM fares include Stena Plus Lounge seating and breakfast (night voyages only).

Pets on the ship

Pets (dogs, cats, and ferrets) can be transported on all STENA ships, but specific requirements depend on the itinerary.

• Pets are not allowed in passenger cabins unless the stateroom is designated as "pet-friendly" (typically a 2-bed dog-friendly cabin).
• All ships have designated dog toilets.
• Dogs must be leashed and muzzled at all times and must not be left unattended.
• Guide dogs travel free of charge and are allowed on all passenger decks and in their owners' cabins (must wear a harness or jacket).

On STENA ferries serving Scandinavian routes (Sweden, Norway, Latvia), valid EU pet passports are required, including details of the animal’s identity and vaccinations. Pets must also have an approved microchip (or tattoo) and a rabies vaccination administered by an authorized veterinarian. Pets traveling to Norway must be treated for tapeworm. Passengers with pets must arrive at the port at least 1 hour prior to departure.

On STENA ferries to England and Ireland, passengers traveling with pets must arrive at the port at least 2 hours prior to departure. For all other routes, this time is 1–1.5 hours. All animals must comply with the UK Pet Travel Scheme rules and be at least 15 weeks old. EU pet passports and microchips are required. Car passengers may transport up to 5 animals per vehicle. These vehicles receive a colored hanger (placed on the rear-view mirror) until customs clearance in each port. Pets in vehicles must remain inside at all times. Foot passengers may bring up to 5 pets, but pre-booking of an onboard kennel is required. Children traveling with an animal must be at least 16 years old. When traveling with 6 or more animals, they must be at least 6 months old.

All STENA ships have onboard kennels, including 7 large (100x97x94 cm), 2 medium (100x64x108 cm), and 16 small (100x65x50 cm). All cabins provide TV monitoring of the kennels. Visiting pets during the voyage is recommended.

Car decks

Car decks can be loaded on two levels, with vehicle access from both bow and stern. Below is a list of car deck safety procedures:

• Passengers requiring special assistance should visit the ship's Information Desk (open 24 hours).
• Apply the handbrake and place the vehicle in park or first gear. Switch off the ignition, alarm, electrical equipment, and headlights. Gas cylinders, if any, must be switched off. Lock the vehicle.
• Take only valuables and essential hand luggage with you.
• Note your vehicle’s location, including deck number and access point, before leaving the car deck.
• Access to vehicle (cargo) decks during the voyage is prohibited.
• Smoking is prohibited on vehicle decks, as well as in cabins and passenger lounges.
• Wait for onboard announcements before returning to your vehicle.
• To avoid air pollution, do not start the engine until instructed.

The shipowner Stena Line (fleet, founded in 1962, headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden) is one of the world's largest ferry companies, providing freight and travel services across Northern Europe, connecting the UK, Ireland, Denmark, Germany, Latvia, Holland, Norway, Sweden, and Poland.