Marella Spirit Review

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Escorting The Spirit to Newcastle

Review for the Mediterranean Cruise on Marella Spirit

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Sail Date: Apr 2012

We 'escorted' the Spirit from Cyprus to Newcastle and had a lovely time in the bargain. Our cabin (543 on A Deck) was spacious, tucked away on a very short corridor with a lift nearby and was kept immaculate by Bert and Mai-Anne. Some engine noise but nothing to write home about. No problems whatsoever with embarkation and disembarkation.

Mainly the Ports of call were fine but we hit Kalamata and the lovely Vigo on a Sunday so there wasn't much going off. Loved Gibraltar but not enough time there. Naples is okay for visiting Sorrento, the Isle of Capri and the beautiful Amalfi Coast. The Port of Civitavecchia feeds Rome which is a couple of hours ride away and not much else. Barcelona is well worth a visit and holds many attractions. Lisbon is okay but has a massive graffiti problem. Cherbourg was nice and convenient for a D Day Landings trip which we did.

By choice and convenience we ate mainly at the Lido Buffet where the food was good and varied. Can't see anyone going hungry even those who may be picky or are vegetarians/piscatarians. Didn't go to the Captain's Evening because we've done it so many times so thought we'd have a break. We're on the Spirit again in September so we may dress up and attend.

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Cabin 34o

Outside Cabin 543 on A Deck. Quiet location on a short corridor towards the back of the ship. Non-uniform shape made it spacious. Twin beds with clean mattresses and pillows. Bedding changed daily. Small but adequate bathroom. Two wardrobes and plenty of drawer space. Standard cases fit under beds. Long mirrored vanity unit with hairdryer in one of the drawers. Several light formations. Electrical adaptor needed for hotbrushes, tongs and straighteners. Television but only a few channels but includes two movie ones and Sky Sport News. No tea or coffee making facilities, fridge or balcony. Very convenient lift which feeds nicely to all areas including the Promenade Deck where smokers can have a puff or two.

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