I always enjoy cruising with Marella. They offer an all-inclusive cruise experience; their fares include flights from the UK, transfers, drinks, and gratuities as standard.
What many people don’t realise is that Marella often has discount codes that, when entered at the time of booking, can save hundreds of pounds…
– and the best thing? At my travel agency we can use these codes to get you the best possible deal on a Marella or TUI river cruise! If you want to find your own codes and share them with us, that’s okay, but we are more than happy to find and apply them for you. Just let us know what cruise you’re interested in and we will do the rest. It doesn’t cost more to use an agent and often costs less.
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Marella Cruises I Have Taken
I have taken many cruises with Marella over the years, and I have always really enjoyed them.
At the time of writing, they aren’t sailing from the UK, all their cruises are fly cruises.
This wasn’t always the case though, in the past I took a “Baltic Adventure” cruise from Southampton, and had an amazing time. I am hoping they might start sailing from the UK again in the future!
To find out about new ports on Marella itineraries, read this article next:
Marella Just Added These New Cruise Ports for Summer 2027 (Unexpected Destinations)
When I wanted to take my cousin on a cruise recently, Marella seemed the perfect choice.
We hadn’t sailed together since we were children, and I wanted a relaxed cruise that she would enjoy – but I didn’t want too many additional charges on top of the cruise fare.
Marella fitted the bill perfectly, as all drinks and gratuities are included at standard.
We sailed in the Mediterranean over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend on Marella’s adult-only cruise ship, Marella Explorer 2.
Find out what we both thought of that cruise here:
How To Find Discount Codes For Marella Cruises
#Step 1: Research Marella Cruises available that fit your criteria.
#Step 2 – Click on the link below. It will list all the most up-to-date offers and discount codes from Marella.
Look at the terms and conditions of each offer, and if your sailing meets the criteria, a discount code can be entered in the box at the time of booking.
**Although you can book directly with Marella or TUI (for a river cruise), I would recommend booking through a trusted agent. Our agents can contact them on your behalf if there are any problems with river water levels, itinerary changes, or other issues.**
If you don’t have a trusted travel agent of your own, you can contact mine via the link below:
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I’ve spent the last 10 years creating cruise content online and over that time I’ve learnt that having a great travel agent makes a HUGE difference.
That’s why in 2026, I launched my own agency and built a team of real cruise experts who love cruising as much as I do.
We combine great prices with personal service. Just click the button below and we’ll find you the perfect cruise. No request is too big or too small, we’re here to help.
When I wanted to take my Mum on a cruise, Marella was the obvious choice. We sailed in August, and the ship was at full capacity. We had a fantastic time!
Find out all about that cruise here:
Extra Marella Discounts Available on Black Friday and Boxing Day
Marella often offers discount codes on Black Friday or Boxing Day.
Black Friday is a great time to book a cruise. But if you have specific dates or destinations in mind, book up quickly, as popular itineraries can sell out.
Boxing Day is another great time to grab a bargain. That is the start of the busy “Wave Season”.
“Wave Season” (as it is known in the cruise world) is the period between Christmas and March when most cruisers book their cruise holidays.
Marella offers discount codes to encourage cruisers to book, but I would recommend using a trusted travel agent to do so.
Similar Discounts Apply On Tui River Cruises
As TUI River Cruises are owned by the same parent company as Marella, they offer similar discount codes that work in the same way.
I got a great discount on my Christmas Markets river cruise. I got a suite for the same price as a standard cabin by using a discount code.
Discount codes also work for booking TUI River cruises, as they are part of the same company. When searching on the website, just select River Cruises, not Marella Cruises.
This river cruise wasn’t without its issues, though. Dangerously high water levels forced last-minute itinerary changes, and we had to fly to a different airport than originally planned.
I would definitely recommend using a trusted travel agent, such as mine at: thecruiseglobe.com
If there are any last-minute itinerary changes due to fluctuating water levels, a good travel agent is worth their weight in gold.
Many TUI customers say they have spent hours on the phone trying to get through after finding out their cruise itinerary has completely changed.
Although river cruise lines can’t control river water levels, there have been many reports in the press that their customer service hasn’t been as good as it should have been when things have gone wrong
By booking through an agent, you can avoid the stress! They can spend hours on the phone trying to organise a full or partial refund, or rebook you on a different holiday – where necessary.
Find out more about my amazing Christmas Markets cruise here:
Before You Go
Find out the top reasons why you should consider a Marella cruise here:
Top 7 Reasons to Take a Cruise With Marella Cruises
Find out more about the Marella fleet below. All of their ships had lives with other cruise lines before they began selling to Marella:
Marella Cruises, Ships by Size – Photo Guide and Reviews
Book a Cruise (I’ve Launched My Own Travel Agency)
I’ve spent the last 10 years creating cruise content online and over that time I’ve learnt that having a great travel agent makes a HUGE difference.
That’s why in 2026, I launched my own agency and built a team of real cruise experts who love cruising as much as I do.
We combine great prices with personal service. Just click the button below and we’ll find you the perfect cruise. No request is too big or too small, we’re here to help.