Positives:

- Drop bags at check in and don't see them again until you're at your cruise ship cabin

- Great airplane staff who can't do enough for you

- Decent food and service on plane

- Coach Transfer to ship waiting upon arrival and you're whisked off without going through all the hassle of the airport

- OK sized cabin

- Well stocked buffet with nice fresh (mostly) salads and plenty of choice, although does get a bit samey by end of 2 weeks

- The free A La Carte restaurants of decent standard with good service - the paid-for ones were OK but you wouldn't miss much if you didn't visit those

- Informal dresscode which was great (wish I knew this before I lugged a tux and a suit halfway round the world lol)

- Impressive refurbed show lounge with comfy seats not-bad acts

- Good selection of beers wines and spirits included

- Great housekeeping staff who cleaned our cabin TWICE a day!- Friendly Captain who is often seen mingling with the passengers on the ship and enjoyed his morning announcements with the odd pun thrown in for good measure

- No tips

Negatives:

- The staff must get commission for upgrading you to premium as they are on you as soon as you order your first drink.

Marella Explorer Review

Nice, Relaxing Cruise but DON'T upgrade to Premium!!!

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