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1 Week Cruising Madeira & the Canary Islands onboard Marella Explorer

Travel Blog Jamie
Travel Blog Jamie
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👁️ 28K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 1:00:40
What This Creator Said
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❤️ Best for CoupleOther · 7 nightsVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

I have to say the crew have been outstanding and it's something I've come to expect with Mela.

All the complimentary restaurants we've eaten in this week have been very good.

Mela is absolutely known for its port intensive itineraries and I love that.

The whole fly cruise process, transfers, etc. worked seamlessly on the way out.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book the behind-the-scenes tour on the day you board or the next day as spaces are limited.
If you're a light sleeper, be aware that cabin noise from crew areas might be an issue.
Use the Navigate app to check in for your return flight and attach the colored luggage label to your bags.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

How to handle the fly-cruise processThe process worked seamlessly; follow the steps for transfers, check-in, and boarding.
What to expect from dining and dress codesComplimentary restaurants are very good; review menus and dress codes for specialty dining.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the fly-cruise process and how does it work?
QWhat are the dining options and food quality on Marella Explorer?
QWhat can you expect from the ports and excursions in Madeira and the Canary Islands?
QHow does the disembarkation process work?

Topics Covered

Service Crew4 Happy BaconValue Pricing3 Happy BaconItinerary Route4 Happy BaconDining Main3½ Happy BaconDining Buffet2½ Happy BaconCabin Interior2 Happy BaconSpa Fitness4 Happy BaconEmbarkation3 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Gran Canaria4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Poema del Mare Aquarium (£23 per adult)
Tenerife4 Happy Bacon
Top: Siam Park Water Park (£61)
Funchal, Madeira3½ Happy Bacon
Top: Cable Car to Monte (€25)
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YouTube Video Description

1 Week Cruising the Canary Islands and Madeira onboard Marella Explorer (part 2 of 2)! It’s time to grab some more nibbles and drinks, kick back and relax as Maffoo and I take you on a 1 week cruise! In this series so far we have shown you how a fly-cruise works, the check-in process, the boarding and muster process, tour and test out the venues onboard Marella Explorer, and started to review every meal onboard, always checking out each menu, clarifying dress codes, looking at the difference between all Inc and premium all Inc, view WiFi / data packages... In this episode we explore more of the entertainment onboard including daily programmes, plus a detailed look at everything we do in each port (Madeira, La Palma, Tenerife, Gran Canaria) with ideas for other excursions, not before discussing the disembarkation process and flying home, with those all important end of cruise reflections. It’s a busy one so buckle up. Let’s do this! Don’t forget to like this video, subscribe and turn on notifications for bi-weekly cruise and travel vlogs! Let’s follow each other on Facebook (jamiewrobins), X, Threads, Instagram and Blue Sky @travelblogjamie. You can become an exclusive member of my Patreon page with behind the scenes vlogs, Patron-only LIVES, shout-outs, monthly post cards, personalised video messages etc at Patreon.com/travelblogjamie, have personalised videos made for you at Cameo.com/travelblogjamie (currently in the top 13% of requests worldwide) and find my webpage at beacons.ai/travelblogjamie. #cruise #marella #marellaexplorer #travelblogjamie #cruiseship #madeira