5 things we love about Marella Cruises and one thing we definitely don't!
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- čas přidán 27. 07. 2024
- We have cruised with Marella many times now and there are lots of things that we love. However there is one thing that we really do not like, so watch our video to find out what that is!
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We watched this tonight to cheer ourselves up and the five things you liked are exactly the things we are looking for so we will definitely go with Marella for our first cruise. Thanks again for the really informative and friendly videos. You have no idea how useful they are. Hope to see you on a cruise one day when all this madness is over 👍👍👍
Marella are a fun cruise company and their newer ships the Discovery 1&2 and Explorer 1&2 offer fabulous cruise holidays! So glad you have found our videos useful, if you have any other questions do ask. We hope to bump into you on a cruise one day! 😀
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We are looking forward to our first cruise in January on the Discovery 2 ( Soooooo excited !!!) and have been watching your channel for a while now and just wanted to say... Thanks for all the great content, so much helpful and practical information and not to forget the laughs 😁
Oh thanks Karen that's great to hear you enjoy our channel! Our Marella Discovery 2 Electric Sunsets vlogs start this Sunday. We have had some great Marella experiences, hope you do too! 😃
Hi there, we are also looking forward to our first ever cruise on 8th January, visiting Caribbean islands on the Discovery 2.
Thanks for the helpful videos Paul and Carole. We upgraded to get some natural daylight into the cabin but not a balcony, so will watch that video next.
Your welcome! Have a fabulous cruise!
@@robosqu2d hi , I was on the discovery 2 on a Carribbean cruise a couple of years ago . I guarantee you will enjoy every second. I Had the best time ever. Have a fantastic holiday.
Just finished your things you love/don’t about Marella.
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1. Interesting point about the drinks- I did not realize that they had a greater than bare-bones selection. Very good to know.
2. Regarding dining/tables.. imagine the same thing in one of your blog segments, and it really is interesting to us- specifically, the distance between some of the tables for two. I would not think this would bother us terribly because it gives one somebody to talk to if you want to. we can also choose to not talk to somebody and still feel isolated if we’re not in a chatty mood.
3. Option to not have a cruise with kids. Enough said! 😅☺️ Awesome.
4. Good to know they have decent entertainment 🙂
5. Sounds like the “dress to impress“ evenings are similar to that of Celebrity. One thing that definitely stands out is something that Paul said- tailored shorts- are acceptable in the dining room for dinner. Not sure why someone would want to go to dinner in shorts but at least it gives different consumers a few choices... perhaps too many 🤔
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1. Very surprising that there is no loyalty program. perhaps not administering one helps them keep the costs down.
A really good and very informative video, guys. Well done!
Thanks for your great comments! Possibly why they don't have a loyalty but frustrating none the less lol! Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment!
Brilliant video as ever 😀 we have been looking at marella but haven't sailed with them yet, and this video has definitely whetted our appetite!
Joe loves a good sunrise and sunset too 😀
Thanks! Marella are a great choice, fun cruise line with great entertainment. They have just announced a new ship which is very exciting!
@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel ooh we do love a new ship!
Yes we do too!
Super review I totally agree with you. When we have been on board they usually have a card saying welcome back so they do know you have been with them before so why they can not simply give you the invite to the cocktail party I do not know. We have only ever been to one and have not bothered going to any more as they are usually not convenient for us. They would do well to adopt some kind of loyalty programme but they are not listening to what customers want!
It is frustrating that there isn't a loyalty programme, other companies have them. Thanks for watching and commenting, much appreciated!
Great idea to go in there MDR when it’s closed (and better still on embarkation day) and choose a table. I’ll definitely do that when we do our second Marella cruise in August on Explorer 2.
Worked really well for us! Thanks for watching!
Thanks for great video. Very informative. We're going on our first Marella cruise next April, flying from the UK to Barbados, one week cruise followed by a week in Barbados. We normally cruise Royal Caribbean but loved the look of this TUI package as we have a friend in Barbados we're looking forward to spend some time with. We actually like TUI as a holiday company anyway. Hopefully post pandemic, as many things are changing, TUI will introduce a loyalty package to attract and keep customers like yourselves. YOU HEAR THAT TUI?! IF THERE'S NO LOYALTY WE'RE GOING BACK TO ROYAL!😀 Thanks again
Lol hope they listen! Sounds a great cruise and stay. 😀
I agree with everything you say in this video and have been asking Marella for years about a loyalty programme! The other thing I would say though is the food isn’t that great and any additional costs (not including the drinks package upgrade which is reasonable) are high eg speciality dining
Just come back from the Marella Explorer around the Canary islands for my husbands big birthday. We have done this cruise twice before on the old Marella Dream, which is now decomissioned. Agree that the Tui cruises are great on drinks, we had the all in for first two cruises, but went for Premium for this one, worth it as we spend a lot of time in Coffee Port, which is the Explorers coffee bar, the coffees here have a extra cost, unless you have premium, but we drink a lot of coffee, so was worth it. Also allowed my husband to choose his brand of whisky, but honestly, if you dont have Premium, it is still great value and great choice.
We have only been with Tui, because could not stand having to have a certain table, with same people at same time, each day. We never have had to wait for a table yet, and love choosing when to go to eat, just walk in from the bar next door. The entertainment is great, we love the shows, but particularly this time, the cinema, where we caught up with a few recent release films we would have paid a lot to see at cinemas locally.
Not too bothered about a loyalty scheme, to be honest, as Tui cruises are quite reasonably priced compared to many others. Yes, it is nice to have freedom over how to dress, but we did find on the Explorer (compared to the defunct Dream) that some people flauted the dress code. Saw many men, in particular, who let their ladies down, they were nicely dressed and blokes in scruffy shorts and sleeveless tee shirts, ie. vests, not a great look for other diners, did they not bother to pack any trousers or anything at all with sleeves? I especially thought this was awful on Dress up nights, when most people were looking really nice. I guess the staff are reluctant to enforce the code.
We are looking forward to being back on Marella in June!
Thanks for a really informative video, especially about the Dress to Impress nights. The info about the drinks packages was also great. I would love to know how they handle your transfer home. Naturally, they want you off as early as possible but when you have an early evening flight what is there to do? Keep the videos coming!
Thanks Andrew glad you found it useful. On our last cruise those with a evening flight stayed on the ship until the afternoon and just used the facilities as normal. They had to be out of their cabins by 11 though. When we flew back from Dubai we left our cases outside our cabin and the next time we saw them was at the airport, it was very well organised. Where are you cruising too?
Staying on the ship until the afternoon is a great differentiator from the bigger ships. We are in the Caribbean next month on Marella Explorer 2 (Formerly Celebrity Century which we have been on before and liked its layout and size). Moving to TUI after Princess, P&O and Celebrity will be an interesting change and a welcome return to a smaller ship.
It will be interesting to see what you think. We are going the other way this year. Got a P&O and princess cruise booked on new ships for us so far this year so looking forward to that. Think all the cruise lines have something to offer. We enjoyed our time in the Explorer 2 it is a great ship!
Hi Paul and Carole!
We've cruised a couple times with Marella and thoroughly agree with your 5 things you like about them.
Just to say I think the fact you say you'll defo cruise with them again may be why they dont feel the need to have a loyalty programme. May be you shot your argument in the foot there!
I guess it's also a cost, admin etc, that would may be add to their overall cost, although guess that's minimal.
I always think that if the product is good enough that you'll go back anywho, then why would they!
I think we both love the cruise line and it's relaxed approach, and sounds like we will both be going back 😊
Thanks for the tip 're the table selection, had no idea about that and it's good to know. We don't mind people next to us but some times you just want a bit of space. Thanks for that 👍👍
Yes that is a good point about the loyalty. Like you, we like to have our own space sometimes!
Off on Marella Explorer on Friday - have to agree on the shows - i've cruised with a lot of premium lines etc but by god, I still am firm to my word that Marella have the best shows at sea...! I do agree with loyalty... i've been on 7 Marella cruises in the last 6 years, with this one being my 8th.. if it was with Princess for example I'd be close to Elite...
Yes the lack of loyalty programme is frustrating. We love the entertainment on Marella, we are just about to go on our first NCL cruise so will be interesting to see what they have to offer!
Fully agree on the loyalty program. I’ve done 3 cruises on marella. Need to get it sorted! Having said that I’d mentioned it by chance to one of the destination services team & they comp’d one of our excursions! So they do listen at least haha
Hope they do sort it! Good for you for asking, if you don't ask you don't get! Thanks so much for watching, appreciate that! 😁
Paul and Carole Love to Travel watching too many boat videos because I’m excited for a cruise that may or may not be happening 😂
@@robwrathmall Lol! We can't wait to cruise again nothing booked until next April but have potential cruises planned every month so should cruising start again we will book straight away!
Good video, I agree with all your points. We're off to Far East tomorrow for or 2nd Marella trip (can't wait). You mentioned America. Were you referring to the one that goes from the Caribbean to South America taking in Panama and Belize? I looked at that and it certainly looks interesting.
Oh very jealous have an amazing time! Regarding America they will be doing cruises from Port Canaveral to New York, Miami and I think Bahamas, and a couple of Caribbean ports in 2021! So that is exciting 😀
Thanks for the video. Myself and Husband are booking our first cruise and you've set my mind at ease x
Your welcome! That's great to hear! 😀
thank you for your vlog. we have just booked our 1st cruise around greece. thanks for the tips about dining and the dress to impress, we just want to see what its like so great info as we are total newbies.
Thanks for watching! Hope you enjoy your first cruise! If you have any other questions please do ask!
@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel hi thank you for replying, i have some questions do i need to take and iron? just thinking about my clothes getting creased, on an evening can hubby wear round neck tshirt and shorts or should he get shirts or tshirt with a collar? we dont want to look scruffy is everyone else is smart. we have an inside cabin ive seen about buying a nightlight is this a good idea ? is their anything we should take which are total likesavers and you wouldnt travel without? we have booked some excursions if they overlap a mealtime do we have to buy lunch, we been told you can ask for a packed lunch on some cruises. we will be taking money but no idea how much. are pool towels included or shall i take my own? maybe you could do a vlog on what to pack for newbies like me (lol)we are travellers on the marella explorer 2 croatia, crete, athens, corfu, croatia booked acropolis and olympia excursions, have you done this cruise not sure if we should book other excursions or just disembark and explore corfu and crete. sorry for the questions but i really appreciate your help. many thanks again.
@@lisaadams1134 Hi Lisa, You are not allowed to take an iron on as it is a fire risk, you can get clothes pressed if needed but it does cost. Pool towels are included so you don't need to take those. Regarding light in the cabin, not found this an issue. If you wanted a dim light you could put the bathroom light on and leave the door slightly open, also there is a web cam usually on the TV looking over the bow of the ship, so you could leave that on and then light would come up with the sun. Regarding accessories - these are what we take - www.amazon.co.uk/shop/paulandcarole depending on the type of trip we are taking. All excursions are different, we always ensure we have euros on us so we can buy a snack if needed, most places take cards too, but we always like to have some cash just in case. Hope that helps! 😁
@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel perfect thank you. 😊
I'd never even thought about that bad thing, it's so true!! Agree with all the points 😁♥️
Yes very annoying! Thanks for watching 😀
Nice video guys and honest, direct and informative…….been on lots of cruises and booked my first Marella for August.
Thanks Andy! Have a great cruise in August!
Thanks guys great information can’t wait to go on our cruise with marella
Your welcome! 😀
My mam and I have loved watching your videos in preparation for our first cruise. Thanks for all the info and top tips!
Thanks for watching Rosa, so glad you have found them helpful! Which cruise are you going on?
@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel It's Seven Shores Marella Explorer 2 in a couple of weeks. Can't wait!
@@TheRosabarnett Oh fabulous enjoy!
Just love your relaxed approach, going at Christmas with Marrella can’t wait
Thank you! Oh that will be fabulous! 😍
Hopefully us too. We did a Caribbean one the Xmas just before covid hit (but on the explorer 2 - adults only). Now we're looking again for the Caribbean but on the discovery 2. I wonder how many kids will be there at christmas as we're so used to adult only hotels 🤷♀️
Yes not sure, would be worth asking on the Marella Facebook page to see how many kids were on it for previous years!
Perfectly true, couldn't put it better myself,
I think Marella should employ me to be their loyalty card and promotional manager.
Full inclusive and balcony cabin included of course!
Thanks! Lol yes that sounds like a fabulous idea! 😂
Bang on 👍 discounted booking for your next cruise while on board as well
Yes good point, we have never done that!
I have been on quite a few cruises with these. I totally agree on the points they make. Well worth others watching this.
Thanks appreciate that! 😃
Just watched again in preparation for my first experience of Marella. The entertainment sounds great, something for all tastes.
It has been consistently good so hope you enjoy too!
I’m really enjoying your vlogs. I really fancy going on a cruise and your vlogs have been very helpful. Thanks
Thanks Pete that's good to hear. Hope we all get cruising again soon!
Totally agree with your points..Are there any more vids coming up of Discovery?
Yes we still have some more episodes of our Discovery Red Sea Vlog to come out. :)
Really useful info & tips. Thanks for sharing.
Your very welcome, thanks so much for watching!
Hi Paul and Carole. Love your videos!. Having been made redundant I am treating myself and hubby to a Caribbean cruise in Feb 23. Can't decide between Explorer or discovery. We have option of balcony on explorer 2 or junior suite on discovery. Only thing is discovery is not Adult only! Think we would prefer adult only but really want a junior suite!
Do you get many kids going on Caribbean cruises?? Would love some advise to help us choose. We are in our early 60s.
Wendy x
Oh difficult one. First thing we would find out is are your dates over half term or any holidays in the US? From a ship point of view Discovery just takes the edge as we loved the atrium and floor to ceiling windows with access to the promenade.
I'm looking at doing the same on 13th December. We have done one cruise (exp 2 - adults only 2 Christmas's ago) and that was brilliant. But we want to do the discovery 2 one as its different areas of the Caribbean on that.
I totally agree that there should be a loyalty program and it should take note of all cruises,
Yes that would be very good!
Great vid....we have been on 3 Marella Cruises.....and would love a loyalty programme ,..........good tips too ...many thanks!
Thanks so much for watching. Yes a loyalty programme would be a great move for Marella, fingers crossed it happens one day!
Great video guys. Interesting point about loyalty points.
Thanks Gavin yes very frustrating!
When you book a Marrella cruise online usually give you a code and you get £100 off next cruise ) I love marrella too for the same reasons xx😂
Yes every little helps! Thanks for watching 😃
They do reward loyalty. You have to book at a tui shop, tell them & ask for upgrades & discounts. If you book on the net, you don’t. Just be forthright
Oh ok but no structured loyalty programme available .
@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel no. That's correct. But on land holidays are the same. Also, you listed 5 things that are better, all of which save you money. Im sticking up for marella a bit here. They're cheaper to travel with. You don't have the stuck-up attitude
Its hard to see what else you want for your money?
Hi Paul &. Carol, can I ask if you have sailed on royal Carribean and if you did was the change to Marella okay? We are RC travellers but are looking for a more adult only ship and this one seems like it might be an answer to our quest…
We have done about 7 Royal Caribbean cruises before we started blogging, their ships are more flash than Marella and have more diverse entertainment like the ice rinks and dive shows. However Marella have great entertainment on smaller ships, food is good and the staff are we think the best at sea. So if this cruise ticks all the boxes for itinerary and adults only then go for it!
This is good to watch as I'm going on marella discovery in may
Thanks so much! You will have a great time, where are you cruising too?
@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel I am going to the mederterain to corfu Corsica Rome
@@caitlinroy8678 Oh fab, enjoy! 😃
A good video. We are going with them in March 2024
Thanks! Have a great time!
Hi Paul & Carole - loved the video, it was very helpful. We are off on a Marella cruise (Explorer) in under two weeks. it's our first cruise so I have been looking at a lot of tips and hints on youtube. I liked the way you showed the actual drinks booklet. My question, after someone complaining that his wife wanted a low cal tonic with her gin and it was extra; are the ordinary tonics part of the standard package?
Thanks! You can only have draft tonic on the standard package, if you want canned tonic low calorie or normal then you can only get those in the Premier package. Where are you cruising too?
@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel -we're off to the Canaries. Then we'll stay on in Teneriffe for four nights. Trouble with draft drinks is they're often flatter than the canned. But c'est la vie, I can live with it.
@@suethompson379 Oh fab! We enjoyed quite a few G&T's on the standard package so not a problem 😂
@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel - another question - we're hearing different bits of info regarding the electrics. What type of plug sockets are in the cabins? We take a 4-way extension to Europe which my husband has fitted with a two-pin European socket. Very useful when there is a shortage of sockets. Also a suggestion that this would need to be PAT tested on board.
@@suethompson379 In our balcony cabin on the Explorer 2 we had USB on the lamps either side of the bed, a round pin and flat pin. Not sure about the extension lead we don't use one, however would be worth checking on the Marella Facebook groups to see if any one has had a problem.
Must admit we had the same table every night and had a good rapport with the wait staff!
That can be great fun!
Going on my first cruise soon with the same ship and I can’t wait, your reviews are very helpful😁
Thanks, glad they have been useful!
Walk the whole ship when you get on. Check the colour of the carpet closest to the staires/lift near your cabin. Even though they're not the biggest ships its still easy to get lost.
We went last year & booked again this year. Disco II last year (amazing time) explosive I this. I can't wait. We are even meeting up with a couple that become friends
Hope you enjoy yoursevles 👌👍🍻🍺
Could not agree more about the loyalty programme but, if introduced it should be retrospective.
Yes that would be a great!
We are thinking of going to cruise in Christmas to Canary Islands and I’m reading bad reviews about TUI. What is your take about it ? And thank you so much for a descriptive info.
We have had great experiences with Marella Cruises and are looking to book again. We have lots of information here which may be helpful paulandcarolelovetotravel.com/category/marella/
@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel Thank you! Can I be blunt and ask a direct question and apologies in advanced if that is inappropriate, are you getting any benefits marketing them?
@@ToyAndGoy No problem asking. We have paid for all our cruises with Marella, not been any press trips or had any upgrades. Just really enjoy their casual approach to cruising. 😃
Glad it’s casual as I can’t be doing with all that dressing up nonsense as I can’t stand wearing trousers especially if it’s warm.
Thanks for info especially the dining idea 👍
No problem, glad it was useful!
Thanks a lot, Paul and Carol. Just Brilliant! Great video with lots of useful information.
Your welcome thanks for watching 😃
Thanks for that brilliant talk and well presented
Your welcome!
Going on our first cruise on Explorer II in March. Got any tips for a good cabin with balcony?
We stayed in cabin 9194 and loved it. Here is our review which may be helpful. czcams.com/video/tnBFlubQots/video.html
I'm going on discovery in May first cruise
Brill info again, thanks guys 😃
Your welcome Jay, thanks so much for watching!
Me and the wife are going on the explorer in 3 days time....cant wait 😉
Oh that is exciting, have a great time!
Really useful thanks
Your welcome!
I Agree With You About The Loyalty Programs, They Don't Do It On Their Planes Either (Air Miles)
Yes that's true too, shame!
Just about to book our first cruise....great tips!
Oh excellent which cruise are you booking?
@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel we're thinking of the Adriatic Splendors on the Marella Exploror 2.
@@Mrs.S-uk Oh that is a beautiful part of the world, great choice!
I so agree regarding loyalty I have been on over 50 cruises and wish they did
They must be one of the only cruise lines that still doesn't reward loyal customers🤔
going on the discovery 2 can someone tell me if we have to wear black trousers,black shoes and a shirt for the restaurant.thanks. im being told i have to.more stuff to pack i f so
No you don't. Marella is very casual, Paul always packs some short sleeve shirts polo shirts and chinos. 😃
Great video once again. We are on secret shores on discovery 2 14 feb can’t wait
Have fun. D2 is a great ship 🛳
Thanks Mike! Not long now then, have a fabulous cruise 😀
includes excursions? flights? entertainment? shows? what destinations are offered? what is average inside cost? one to two week? mediterranean or northern europe, southeast asia, south america.
Here is the link to their website where you will find all that information - www.tui.co.uk/cruise/
Only just discovered this channel and I really enjoyed this video. We are planning our first cruise for July ‘23…me, my wife and 20 year old daughter. I had been thinking of booking a P & 0 cruise but now I’ve stumbled across this video I think I may be booking with Tui on the Marella Voyager which I believe is a brand new ship ? My daughter is studying at at a performing arts college in London as she is training to be a professional performer/dancer…your glowing reviews of the Marella shows would be great for her and my wife to watch as they both adore high quality shows. Thanks again you’ve been a great help and you’ve gained a subscriber 👍😎
Thanks so much for watching our videos! Marella do have fab entertainment, we are looking forward to Voyager too!
Do you know what make of mattress they use on the discovery
Sorry Anthony we don't.
I haven't cruised with Marella, do you get a cabin steward?
Yes you do get a cabin steward 😀
Very well presented thanks !By the way 12 marella cruises and no recognition. A free excursion wouldn’t hurt their margin me thinks.
Thanks! Yes that would be good!
Most cruise lines have alternatives to the formal dining scheme.
They do!
great video and bang on with review
Thank you! 😀
Does the entertainment include ballroom and sequence dancing?
Marella have dance lessons and times to dance with the professionals!
Great tip about the tables for 2 in the MDR
Thanks! 😃
@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel we always check the location of our dining table when it’s dedicated meal times just to be sure.
Paid off on a Cunard one, when the waiter, asking us why we were there when the dining room was shut, said “ahhhh, you’ll be joining my family”, which we thought was nice.
Until he explained that “his” family was a Hong Kong family of 6 with British passports who’d been onboard for 3 weeks already !!
Errrrr, no thanks.
Quick trip to the Maitre D
I totally agree with everything you said .I love marrella cruises
Thanks David! Hoping we can all get back on board in 2021!
@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel we was supposed to be on the explorer in 2 weeks time but rearranged it to Christmas 2021 .I have made so many friends on marrella from the crew to other holiday makers .I just love marrella cruises
We do too! The crew do make a cruise special. Where are you cruising to at Christmas?
@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel it was supposed to be to the canary Islands and the fireworks at Madeira but changed it to the carabean for 2021
Christmas in the Caribbean sounds great!
We have been on 7 TUI Marella cruises agree with all the ponts you make but this year 2023 their prices have gone through the roof so we are of this year to MSC and maybe a Royal Caribean, If Marella post good deals we will prob go with them and not Royal.
Yes sadly they have gone mad with the prices! We are on Marella Voyager soon and can't wait! 😀
They don’t have passenger laundry rooms which is frustrating
That's true. They do have a laundry service but not self service!
Nice video. (As normal 😂) Agreed on all points
Thanks James, appreciate you watching! 😀
is this ocean or river?
Ocean but they have just starting river this year.
I have been cruising with Tui for many years and they give us nothing !
I’m sorry I don’t understand the question
We are. Going. On. Explorer. Tui. Cruise. At. Christmas.
Oh excellent, enjoy!
Normally smarter dress in there but a pair of Chinos and shirt would be fine!
What is it with all these ships casual and dressing down, think they think everyone just wants to slum around I guess.
Some cruise lines have more relaxed dress codes, you just need to pick the right ship for you.
It’s not the 1900’s - people are on holiday and want to relax. Go on a themed cruise if you want to be in a suit/evening dress everyday.
@@KH-yz8rq 1900’s lol, trust me it’s only within the last ten years at most that standards have dropped, there is nothing wrong with having standards and dress etiquettes, it’s not fancy dress or theme nights, friends and family in their 30s who have cruised often with us over the past few years have enjoyed the standards that used to be on the ships and they all agree there is a lack of it now, some people just don’t have any standards. Like I said, some just like to slum it from morning until bedtime.
@@louisemorgan8657 people are on holiday though and want to relax and be comfortable - you wouldn’t expect anyone to wear formal clothes in a hotel they’ve booked for their holiday. I have to wear a suit to work most days for work, why on earth do I want to have to wear a suit and tie whilst I’m on holiday?
I’m genuinely baffled as to why anyone would take an issue with people being able to dress comfortably on their own holiday that they paid for. It’s an all inclusive cruise not a charity gala. I can only assume it’s those who don’t have any opportunity to dress formally in everyday life so use this as some type of fantasy of being on a cruise ship in 1910 and play dress-up - that’s one sign of main character syndrome. Also it’s important to note no one is stopping anyone else dressing formally - so if you choose to and are happy, why do you care about what other people wear.
We've just come back from a cruise from the Caribbean Marbella Explorer 2 November 20-22 what a total let down I even sat down the with the executive chef and the restaurant manager for me to air my views the breakfast which was served in latitude was absolutely Bland it was on it going into an Aldi breakfast bar the porridge came back cold the poached egg came back with the yolk fried bread 2-inch thick tinned sliced mushrooms powdered orange juice minimum staff they didn't know how to lay a table no spoons no salt and pepper no butter it was lucky to get a knife or a fork balcony room was adequate clean and tidy the first week prawn cocktails second week no prawns at all forgot to order them ran out of brandy and whisky and Tetley bitter people having sex in jacuzzi and to top it off ran out of diesel yes you heard it right the ship ran out of diesel had to wait nearly a day for a refuelling vessel to come when that arrived was informed we was going to get £100 from the captain but that resulted in us missing out on two Islands and then 75 hours out at sea where everybody drank the bars dry TUI what a let down is now January 2023 and still no signs of our vouchers which year was also promised from the captain so if you're not happy go to reception and log your complaints but bear in mind you won't get a copy of the complaint just a reference number total letdown be aware and be warned also I follow the boat from Spain as it travelled across the oceans it landed in Bridgetown waiting for our arrival he had 2 or 3 day to refuel then ????!!!!!! When's the refuelling bunker finally got to us they put the health and safety with them flotation mats around the refuelling ship but there was no fire Marshals up on the top Deck stopping people looking over while they were smoking shame on TUI never again
Oh wow does sounds standards had slipped for your cruise, how frustrating. We are back with Marella later this year so that will be interesting!
Didn’t know they had gone to anytime dining, that’s definitely put me off!!
This video is 3 years old so it’s been in place for quite a long time 😊
love watching you 2 but have to say just come of discovery 2 first marrella cruise done 30 cruisers on diffrent lines but the entertainment in the top showbar was medioca at most same group evert night it got boring after 3 nights and i was not alone in this i like some variety not the same every night the other bands in the other bars were good but same again 2 same bands on all week maybe i been spoiled on royal carrabean and po but come on not near that standard of entertainment and im not a fussy dude im lade back but it got boring watching same every night and the entertainment up to 8pm was non existent i no marrella are popular and you gear them up and are value with all inclusive and they have to budget there entertainment but i thing people should no not to expect top shows like most people on your comments and reviews make out most are full of drink by times shows start so i will say no more
Oh that's interesting to hear as our experience was different with the show cast performing around the ship too, so it was a real good mix.