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Our FIRST Time with MARELLA Cruises | Explorer 2 Embarkation Day

Travels with David and Mark
Travels with David and Mark
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What This Creator Said
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❀️ Best for CoupleOther · Winter · 4 nightsFrom Gran CanariaFirst-Time Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We don't know really what to expect. We've kind of not looked at stuff. It's probably irresponsible for us not to have done much research.

It's a four night sailing. We are setting off from Gran Canaria as we've mentioned and then we're going to Santa Cruz to Tenneref Lanzerati and then we finish in Malaga before we fly home.

The promise of winter sun was more than enough to get us out of bed.

We've teamed up with Level 8, who have provided the luggage as you've seen so far.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Consider a bonded luggage service for fly-cruises to avoid handling bags at the airport.
βœ“Upgrade to the premium drinks package if you enjoy cocktails and premium spirits.
βœ“Bring crease-release spray or plan for laundry, as there are no self-serve laundry facilities.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Ship age and potential tiredness β€” The ship decor is not showing its age as much as expected; it's nice and basic.
Fly-cruise stress and logistics β€” Once at the airport, relax; everything is taken care of by the cruise line.
Drinks package value β€” The premium package is worth it for the price, especially for cocktails and premium spirits.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to fly on the same day as embarkation for a fly-cruise?
QWhat are the first impressions of Marella Explorer 2?
QHow does the all-inclusive drinks package work on Marella Cruises?

Topics Covered

Booking Process3 Happy BaconEmbarkation3 Happy BaconDrink Package2 Happy BaconService Crew1Β½ Happy BaconShip ConditionΒ½ Sad BaconCabin Interior1 Happy BaconDining Main2 Happy BaconDining Bars Drinks1 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Santa Cruz de Tenerife1 Happy Bacon
Santa Cruz (Tenerife)1 Happy Bacon
Top: Wine Tour in Lanzerati (Β£33 each)
Gran Canaria1Β½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description↓

Our FIRST time sailing with Tui Marella Cruises, and our first fly-cruise! Join us on embarkation day aboard Marella Explorer 2 as we travel from the UK to Gran Canaria, board the ship, explore the bars, theatre and dining room, and share our first impressions of Marella’s adults-only cruise experience. This video includes our full travel day, flying from Birmingham International Airport, Marella Explorer 2 embarkation, and an in-depth look at how a Marella fly-cruise works β€” perfect if you’re considering your first Marella cruise or want to know what embarkation day is really like. πŸŽ’ Luggage featured in this video (in partnership with Level8) For this trip, we travelled with luggage kindly provided by Level8, a premium travel brand known for clean design, smart features, and fast delivery across the UK, US, Canada, and Europe. πŸ”Ή Level8 Luminous 28-inch Check-in Suitcase Amazon UK πŸ‘‰ https://amzn.to/4r11XME Amazon US πŸ‘‰ https://amzn.to/49DhbAi πŸ”Ή Level8 Grace 20-inch Expandable Cabin Suitcase Amazon UK πŸ‘‰ https://amzn.to/4b4FzgI Amazon US πŸ‘‰ https://amzn.to/4a3c4tB * These are affiliate links. If you choose to purchase using them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the channel. #MarellaCruises #MarellaExplorer2 #CruiseVlog If you’re new here β€” we’re Travels with David and Mark, and we share weekly cruise and travel vlogs, taking you along with us from embarkation days to sea days and everything in between. πŸ‘‰ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more travel and cruise vlogs. Thanks for joining us! πŸ‘‰ Subscribe for more travel adventures: https://youtube.com/@travelswithdavidandmark?si=-ccD87wc6VEsf2ES πŸ‘‰Why not check out our Instagram to see more of what we get up to in life: https://www.instagram.com/travelswithdavidandmark/ πŸ‘‰Send your appreciation: https://buymeacoffee.com/travelswithdavidandmark πŸ‘‰Music from: https://www.epidemicsound.com/