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Don’t Make this Mistake on Marella Explorer!

Namy Does Cruising
Namy Does Cruising
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👁️ 8K views📅 5 months ago⏱️ 21:50
What This Creator Said
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❤️ Best for CoupleOtherVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

The beach is literally a 7-minute walk away from the ship.

The staff on this ship are just so good.

Formal nights usually take place on a C day on Marella Cruises, but this can change something we didn't realize.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Bring a refillable bottle for water filling stations.
Book excursions independently for cost-effectiveness.
Read the daily cruise newsletter to avoid mistakes.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Losing cruise cardsGet replacements from reception if lost.
Missing formal nightRead the daily newsletter and listen to announcements.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat to expect on a first port day on Marella Explorer?
QHow to avoid common cruise mistakes?
QWhat activities and dining options are available?

Topics Covered

Service Crew4 Happy BaconShip Condition2½ Happy BaconCrowd Capacity1½ Happy BaconDrink Package2½ Happy BaconValue Pricing2 Happy BaconKids Family3 Happy BaconDining Buffet2½ Happy BaconDining Main2½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Fuerteventura2½ Happy Bacon
Top: Trolley Train (€350 to €4)
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YouTube Video Description

It’s our first port day on Marella Explorer, and today we’re waking up in beautiful Fuerteventura - docked right alongside Marella Discovery 2! But we also make a silly mistake you’ll want to avoid…. (Vlog #2). Welcome back to our brand-new Marella Explorer cruise vlog series! Today we’re exploring our first port of call, Fuerteventura onboard our Marella Explorer cruise. Being docked next to Marella Discovery 2 made the morning even more exciting - but little did we know we’d make a simple mistake that could easily catch out any cruiser. Make sure you watch so you don’t do the same! Throughout this series, we’ll be sharing our real experience of life onboard Marella Explorer, including our cabin, the dining, entertainment, bars, and all the little details that make a Marella Cruises holiday feel so uniquely British. Whether you’re planning your first sailing or you’re already a fan of this cruise line, we hope our videos help you get the most out of your own trip. In this episode, you’ll see more of Marella Explorer as we head around the ship, and experience what it’s really like cruising around the Canary Islands. From Marella Explorer food to the Marella Explorer buffet, the different Marella Explorer bars, and everything else that brings the ship to life, we’re covering it all throughout the series. If you’re curious about Marella Explorer's restaurants, shows, entertainment, or what to expect on Dress to Impress night, you’re absolutely in the right place. We’ll also share our own Marella Explorer reviews as we go - completely honest, as always! Whether you’re a huge Marella Cruises fan or just cruise-curious, this series is full of tips, stories, and fun moments we hope you’ll love. Watch now to see why Marella Explorer has such a special place in our hearts, and what makes this itinerary such a standout. Subscribe to our channel and come cruise with us: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2PBHjq1vZ6a0ILp7yRxuyg?sub_confirmation=1 About Marella Explorer and Marella Cruises: Marella Explorer is one of the older ships in the Marella Cruises fleet, launched in 1996. Alongside ships like Marella Voyager, Marella Discovery, Marella Discovery 2, and the adults-only Marella Explorer 2, Marella Explorer offers a relaxed and all-inclusive cruising experience. The ship features a variety of restaurants, bars, lounges, and entertainment, perfect for couples, families, and first-time cruisers. Watch More from Our Marella Explorer Series: MARELLA EXPLORER EMBARKATION - https://youtu.be/GuFLEciB6I0 MARELLA EXPLORER CABIN TOUR - https://youtu.be/LGgQx-rbtFk #marellacruises #marellaexplorer #cruise #cruiseship Chapters: 00:00 Starting Our Day on Marella Explorer 02:00 Marella Explorer Breakfast Options 02:23 Breakfast at the Marella Explorer Marketplace Buffet 03:39 Exploring the Port of Fuerteventura - Marella Explorer 07:04 Scoops - Marella Explorer 07:25 Marella Cruises All-Inclusive Drinks Packages 08:23 Entertainment on the Pool Deck - Marella Explorer 09:04 Mini Golf - Marella Explorer 09:47 More Entertainment on the Pool Deck - Marella Explorer 13:27 Marella Navigate 13:43 Marella Cruises WIFI 14:10 The Lounge - Marella Explorer 15:42 Indigo - Marella Explorer 16:26 Med Tapas - Marella Explorer 17:57 Live Entertainment in the Squid & Anchor - Marella Explorer 19:44 Broadway Show Lounge - Marella Explorer 20:44 Indigo - Marella Explorer See what the @CruiseMonkeys got up to in Fuerteventura! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6R_d-FqaQuE&list=PLlyIX6uGK99QxaExQnUc08yF7ICq10xv_&index=6 🛳 Get a Personalised Map of Your Cruise! We’re proud to be working with The Cruise Maps, who use GPS tracking to create beautifully detailed maps of your exact cruise route. If you’d like your own personalised cruise map, you can get 10% off by ordering through our link: www.thecruisemaps.com/NAMY *We earn a small commission if you order using our link - it doesn’t cost you anything extra, but it really helps support our channel! Please also note that you can’t stack discounts, so if you’re already using another offer, only one will apply.* Who Are We? We’re Amy & Nathan - two cruise-loving idiots who document life onboard cruise ships with a mix of tips, reviews and humour. From Marella to MSC and everything in between, we’re here to help you plan your next cruise (and show you what not to do along the way!). Follow us on Social Media: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/namydoescruising/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/namydoescruising TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@namydoescruising?_t=8mLjdvI9TmL&_r=1 Music: Risk by StudioKolomna from Pixabay Upbeat Summer Exciting Travel Vlog Background Music by Hafijur Rahman from Pixabay Sunshine by lemonmusicstudio (Vitaliy Levkin) from Pixabay Summer Vibes (Background, Vlog Music) by Top-Flow (Sergio Prosvirini) from Pixabay Tulum by Eduard Bykovets from Pixabay