Marella Europe - Western Mediterranean Cruise Reviews

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Surprisingly good

Review for a Europe - Western Mediterranean Cruise on Marella Explorer

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mcfccruiser
10+ Cruises • Age 50s

Well having sailed with Thompson on the Thompson Spirit (which was falling to peices) this was a pleasant surprise. The ship isn't new but they have obviously invested a lot of money refitting the ship. Everywhere was clean, the food was great quality and selection (main dinning hall (Latitude 56), buffet restaurant (the market place), an Italian (serves buffet style pizzas and pasta during the ...
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Sail Date: January 2020


Pleasantly surprised

Review for a Europe - Western Mediterranean Cruise on Marella Explorer

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iana1212
10+ Cruises • Age 60s

Having read a number of negative reviews we went on this cruise (out first with Marella) with no real expectations. We came back quite impressed and would not hesitate booking another cruise provided it came in at a good price/ itinerary. We have travelled on a number of lines including Oceania, Azamara, Celibrity, MSC, Holland America, Royal Carribean, Pullmantur and Princess. A number of ...
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Sail Date: January 2020


Marella has upped its game

Review for a Europe - Western Mediterranean Cruise on Marella Explorer

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Les1945P
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

Arriving in Tenerife after our flight from Manchester we embarked on Explorer. Our first impressions were good. Although the ship is around 25 years old, it is in good condition and has recently been refurbished. Happily, we were given a our first upgrade by TUI. As cruise veterans we have sailed with half a dozen cruise companies, large and small. So TUI , thanks for treat of a cabin upgrade. ...
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Sail Date: January 2020


Superb winter break

Review for a Europe - Western Mediterranean Cruise on Marella Explorer

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Lyns28
2-5 Cruises • Age 50s

We choose this cruise to escape the Scottish winter and cheer us up in hope of some winter sun in the Canary Islands just after Christmas and New Year I was apprehensive as we were going with 3 generations . Once onboard and we had familiarised ourselves with the ship it was evident there really was plenty going on and something for everyone ., We were so impressed with all the staff . ...
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Sail Date: January 2020


Shoddy service at sea

Review for a Canary Islands Cruise on Marella Explorer

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Darrin222
10+ Cruises • Age 50s

This must be the worst ship in the fleet for service. Food isn't great either and hygiene standards in the restaurants are unusually low. There seemed too few staff to offer a good standard of drinks service and service at the bars was random (unless you tip, which we did!). Managers were disinterested in feedback. Cocktails were dreadful, never had the same mix twice and no at seat ...
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Sail Date: January 2020


Cruising the Canaries

Review for a Canary Islands Cruise on Marella Explorer

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gilmahcroft
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

23rd CRUISE IN TEN YEARS - Cabin comfortable with towel sculptures and effective service!! We eat exclusively in the Main Restaurant as we are not fans of buffets at any cost!! We also refuse to take part in the cruise industries 'up selling' measures. The restaurant experiences was excellent. Good food although there is clear evidence of 'dumping down' and cost saving going on, compared ...
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Sail Date: January 2020


What's Not To Like

Review for a Canary Islands Cruise on Marella Explorer

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Jivedancer56
10+ Cruises • Age 60s

This was a Canaries cruise where we picked the ship up in Santa Cruz Tenerife. We have done this cruise before with another company so had no need to visit the locality again. Although an easy walk into the town, about 20mins. The Explorer is a mid sized ship with about 2000 passengers and 1000 crew on board. They have been doing this a while now and the whole operation for embarkation was very ...
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Sail Date: January 2020


Disappointment

Review for a Europe - Western Mediterranean Cruise on Marella Explorer

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dukedog10uk
10+ Cruises • Age 60s

Oh how standards fall in just 12 months. We were cruising on Marella Discovery this time last year and absolutely loved it. This ship either has a staffing problem or they have reduced standards. I must point out however that the adapted room we had on deck 5 was superb and with a thorough and friendly steward. My grumble is mainly with the food, the buffet was frequently not replenished, esp the ...
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Sail Date: January 2020

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Exceeded our expectations

Review for a Europe - Western Mediterranean Cruise on Marella Explorer

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mesha19
6-10 Cruises • Age 60s

I booked the cruise with Iglu cruises about 7 weeks before departure as a surprise for my husband on our 45th wedding anniversary and because the price was good and all inclusive. We've cruise a few times before with RC, NCL & Princess after looking at reviews my expectations were not too high however we were very happy with the level of service provided. Our cabin was on deck 10 a large balcony ...
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Sail Date: January 2020


Much Better Than I Feared

Review for a Europe - Western Mediterranean Cruise on Marella Explorer

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sandyboya
10+ Cruises • Age 60s

After reading some of the reviews on here, I was not looking forward to this cruise. However, we had an excellent time and I would certainly use the ship again. The vast majority of the negative comments simply did not apply, but maybe we were just lucky. The cabin was excellent and yes the a/c was a bit fierce, but it was very quiet and not intrusive at all. The beds were very comfortable and the ...
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Sail Date: January 2020


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