Marella Explorer
Marella Cruises
16 Feb 2020
All crew were marvelous couldn't do enough for you.
Sail from Southampton this summer onboard Marella Explorer and visit UK ports of call on 3 to 12-night itineraries. Browse all available Marella UK Coastal Cruises now.
Sailing as part of the Marella Cruises fleet since 2018, Marella Explorer offers a fantastic all-inclusive cruising experience vsiting sun-drenched Mediterranean destinations that you've always dreamed of exploring. A family-friendly ship, a cruise on Marella Explorer is fun for guests of all ages, with everything from a relaxing spa to modern bars and kids' clubs waiting to keep everyone busy. What's more, with Marella Cruises excellent and experienced customer service, exciting range of port calls and endless entertainment included in the price, you can enjoy your cruise knowing that everything has already been taken care of.
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Marella Explorer offers many options for delicious onboard dining with 10 restaurants and 10 bars to choose from. All tastes are catered for with a tempting selection of international cuisine from Pan-Asian delicacies to steakhouse classics. With a range of casual options and more formal restaurants, there’s a dining venue for every occasion.
| Venue | Cuisine |
|---|---|
| Kora La | Pan-Asian specialities such as curries and noodles |
| Surf & Turf Steakhouse | All things steak and seafood |
| Latitude 53 | Classic dishes with a contemporary twist |
| The Dining Club | High-end cuisine from around the world |
| Umi Sushi | Fresh sushi made right before your eyes |
| Vista | Modern Italian fare |
| The Market Place | Casual style restaurant with international cuisine |
| Tapas @ The Mediterranean | A taste of Spain |
| Italian @ The Mediterranean | Pizza with all your favourite toppings |
| Snack Shack | Laid-back food stalls with food to go |
Entertainment onboard Marella Explorer is as varied as it is exciting. With so much to choose from- ranging from a relaxed drink in one of the lounges to a high-energy Broadway-style show, guests can choose a different venue every evening and never get bored!
Cruises with Marella Explorer have families in mind and with enough facilities and activities to please guests of all ages, there’s no chance of anyone moaning that they are bored!
If you’re looking for some active fun that brings the family together, look no further than minigolf, table tennis and more at the Sports & Family Deck, where you can challenge your loved ones to a bit of friendly competition.
As important as it is to spend time together as a family, there are also plenty of opportunities to hangout separately. Kids and teens are well catered for with dedicated areas including the fully stocked Gamer Zone, while adults can enjoy some peace and quiet lounging about on the Balinese beds on The Veranda.
Everyone can cool off outdoors while onboard Marella Explorer as there is a swimming pool, multiple whirlpools and a kids Splash Pad with baby mini-slide.
Marella Explorer is the perfect choice for a week of pampering thanks to the renowned Champneys Spa and Beauty Salon. Their first at-sea spa, Champneys will offer passengers not only a full range of treatments, but also a wellness centre and a relaxation room, providing the perfect opportunity to recharge and refresh on your cruise.
As well as these wonderful facilities, the ship is equipped with a state-of-the-art gym which is kitted out with all the essentials for an intensive workout. Recreation
Days at sea can be enjoyed just as much as shore excursions on Marella Explorer. One of the most popular places to spend the afternoon is the pool deck, where as well as the pool there are various whirlpools in which to relax and enjoy the ocean views. However, if you’d like some respite from the sun then head inside and browse what’s on offer. From a well-stocked library and coffee shops to boutiques and a photo studio, there’s no end of ways to keep you occupied during your free time on the ship.
16 Feb 2020
All crew were marvelous couldn't do enough for you.
10 Feb 2020
Thoroughly enjoyed our cruise!
14 Dec 2019
The Pros: The embarkation and transfer from the airport was seamless. The cabin was clean and a good size we had the large balcony cabin. The staff was friendly I would not say they provide personal service but they are polite. The drinks selection and coffee shop was good. Disembarking was seamless. The boat is very clean. The entertainment show was great and some of the musicians. The Cons: We paid a discount price and it felt like a discounted cruise it was like Benidorm in the sea, people pushing over each other at the buffet shouting bar the bar to get the next drink you would think the boat was going to run out of food and drinks. If your looking for the glamorous cruise you won’t find it here half of my good clothes I did not wear as I would have been out of place. The food was hospital food bland with no taste I suppose when your feeding the masses this is how it goes. Be prepared for drunk and loud it’s not a place to relax I was happy to get the off the boat during the day. There were pub quizzes and Karaoke on a lot of days again not to my taste. In summary if your looking for the glamorous cruise you will not find it here. I suppose I made the wrong choice.
Show more06 Dec 2019
I joined the ship on Friday 29th of November the colourful coasts cruise. The logistics to get from the airport to the boat to the cabin was perfect. The staff are amazing through the ship wonderful service. The shows are amazing I paid 840 pounds for a large balcony cabin it was perfect. The price was a bargain so initially I was delighted. The crowd of n board was a very mixed bag and this is what I disliked people shouting at you in the bar drunks everywhere, grabbing food in the buffet as if it was their last meal this was a floating Benidorm smart dress was football jersey and shorts. The food and on the ship was awful school dinners is the only way to describe it warm stodgy food no flavour. This cruise does not suit people under the age of 50 and if your looking for class and serenity you will not find it here the pool deck was like a pub brawl people fighting over sun loungers and being rude in general.
Show more10 Sep 2019
excellent
09 Sep 2019
Really good, enjoyed everything
09 Sep 2019
Excellent throughout.
08 Sep 2019
From start to finish we enjoyed every minute. The crew were wonderful, especially Monoj our cabin steward who made us animals and flowers from towels and a lovely Birthday cake also from towels on my wifes 60th Birthday, and a 'lets celebrate' sign on the door. The ship was lovely, the food was exceptional both in the restaurant and the buffet. The all inclusive was a bonus , we didn't feel the need to upgrade to premium as we don't drink coffee or premium single malt whiskey. The Fjords were really beautiful and we were blessed with lovely weather. Will cruise again with Marella.
Show more08 Sep 2019
We loved the cruise. From getting on at Newcastle, much easier than airports, to the amazing sights of the fjords, the crew who can’t do enough for you, the stewards who clean your cabin, the entertainment cast who put on fabulous shows, the food and drink which is there from morning to night, and everything about Marella cruises are there to give you a unforgettable holiday, wouldn’t go with anybody else.
01 Sep 2019
Just got home from Marella Explorer Baltic cruise. It was my first time and I have had nothing to complain about - weather included!
31 Aug 2019
Excellent experience all round. Positives were quality of food - all inclusive is great - and the quality of shows was excellent. The cabin and balcony were very spacious and stewards very efficient and eager to please. I enjoyed the spa on many occasions. The decor was understated but classy, and staff were helpful and friendly. The excursions booked through Marella were very informative and good value. A couple of negatives were organisation in the buffet restaurant (e.g. running out of crockery and having to search for cutlery) and embarkation at Newcastle was a little chaotic - though staff were very helpful. I had a great time overall and will definitely use Thomson (Marella) again. Iglu Cruise staff were also very efficient dealing with our booking from start to end.
Show more31 Aug 2019
Very well maintained, action regarding faults dealt with immediately. Staff very attentive and friendly. On a down side food could have been a bit hotter at times, this includes the fine dining.
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