I’ve sailed on every Marella ship in the fleet – more than eight times in total – and it’s the cruise line I recommend most to people asking where to start. It’s relaxed, all-inclusive, and very good value. I’ve reviewed the ships, the cabins, the food, the drinks and the ports. Everything I’ve found out is here.
Normally, when I book a cruise, I book the cheapest cabin I can find. If it’s right at the end of the ship or under a nightclub, I don’t mind. I’ve just disembarked a cruise though, where I did something … Read more
On my last cruise, I did something I’ve never done before – it was really exciting and unexpected! I was onboard Marella Voyager with Matt, my friend and colleague.This was Matt’s first Marella cruise, and he had a great time. … Read more
Marella offers Inside, Outside (sometimes called Oceanview), Balcony, and suite cabins. Choosing the right cabin can significantly affect the cruise experience and price. In this article, we look at the Inside, Outside and different types of Balcony cabins I have … Read more
I have been on two Marella “Electric Sunsets” themed cruises, one in 2019 and one in 2022. On my most recent trip I brought five first-time cruisers with me… which definitely raised the stakes! Marella Cruises are now expanding its … Read more
It is no secret that I love a Marella cruise. I have sailed on all five ships in the fleet – and have enjoyed each for different reasons. I love Marella Cruises’ relaxed approach to cruising, the variety of dining options, … Read more
I’ve just disembarked a cruise with my friend and business partner Matt. It wasn’t his first cruise, but it was his first Marella cruise. Matt’s used to the more classic, formal cruise lines, so I was really curious to see … Read more
If you are taking a cruise with Marella, you might be wondering which drinks are included in their “All-Inclusive” drinks package. All Marella cruises include an “All Inclusive” package as standard. While onboard Marella Voyager, I put together this guide for others … Read more
If you are considering or taking a cruise, adding on a stay either before or after can be a great way to extend your trip. You’ve already paid for the flights and spent the time on the plane, so you … Read more
Marella Cruises has announced it will be visiting some new, exciting destinations in summer 2027, I’ve never been to either so was very excited to find out all about these ports. In 2027, Marella will be visiting Saranda in Albania … Read more
Note: This post is sponsored by Marella Cruises. All thoughts and opinions are my own based on my 8+ Cruises with Marella. Lots of people like to cruise on the newest, flashiest cruise ships when they are first launched. Others … Read more
Let’s face it, most of us dread disembarkation day! You start to see people putting their cases out in the corridor on the last evening, and you get that sinking feeling. Your cruise is coming to an end. This is … Read more
I recently took an all-inclusive cruise, sailing the Mediterranean at the busiest time of the year. The ship I was cruising on launched way back in 1997, and the cruise included everything, from flights and transfers to gratuities and unlimited … Read more
Note: This post is sponsored by Marella Cruises. All thoughts and opinions are my own based on my 8+ Cruises with Marella. When I took my most recent Marella cruise onboard Marella Voyager, we sailed from Palma de Mallorca. I … Read more
Note: This post is sponsored by Marella Cruises. All thoughts and opinions are my own based on my 8+ Cruises with Marella. If you live in the UK, you will probably have heard of Marella Cruises. Marella are a British … Read more
I’ve recently been on a cruise and I stayed in a cabin type that is rarely talked about. When cruise lines advertise their cruises, they’ll usually show off the biggest and best balcony cabins. They might quickly say somewhere that … Read more
When I sailed on Marella Voyager, I was spoilt for choice when it came to places to eat. As well as the many places that served food included in the cruise fare, there are some speciality restaurants that come at … Read more
I recently took a cruise on Marella Voyager, where we had seven included restaurants to choose from. That is far more than most other cruise lines. Whether you prefer casual meals, sit-down dining or snacking, there’s something to suit everyone. … Read more
I’ve cruised many times with Marella and have always enjoyed the food. This review is based on the meals I ate on my recent cruise onboard Marella Voyager. There were seven places to eat on board, as well as a … Read more
Note: This post is sponsored by Marella Cruises. All thoughts and opinions are my own and are based on my own 7 cruises cruising with Marella. You may have seen me posting about Marella Cruises and wondered whether Marella would … Read more
Note: This post is sponsored by Marella Cruises. All thoughts and opinions are my own, and I’ve paid full price for this cruise. I have been on many Marella cruises in the past, so when it came to booking a … Read more