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We Made a Big Mistake on Marella Explorer

Namy Does Cruising
Namy Does Cruising
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👁️ 7K views📅 4 months ago⏱️ 17:31
What This Creator Said
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Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

The biggest one a decision that we made that we seriously regret.

It's the first time I come back since then. Difficult day, but we kind of brought her in spirit.

For Mela, I think that's actually the worst theater production we've ever sat at sea.

So, we've all won so far.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Agree on taxi price before you get in to avoid being ripped off.
Buy cable car tickets online while waiting to skip the queue.
Get to the Squid and Anchor early to secure a seat.
Insert the door hanger in the evening to ensure your cabin is tidied.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Emotional difficulty returning to a port after a lossBring the person in spirit and focus on positive memories.
Fear of cable car or toboggan rideFace your fears; it's a popular attraction and worth trying.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to visit Funchal, Madeira on a Marella Explorer cruise?
QWhat are the best tips for navigating the port and attractions?
QHow does the onboard entertainment and dining compare?

Topics Covered

Entertainment Shows3½ Sad BaconService Crew3 Happy BaconPort Destination2 Happy BaconValue Pricing1 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Funchal2 Happy Bacon
Top: Cable Car to Monte (€14.50 per person for a one-way trip or €20 for a return)
How to read the Trip Bacon Score
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YouTube Video Description

It’s day five onboard Marella Explorer, and today we’re docked in the stunning port of Funchal, Madeira. But during our time on Marella Explorer, we made a mistake we really shouldn’t have…. (Vlog #5) Today in our latest Marella Explorer vlog marks day five of our Marella Explorer cruise, with the ship docked in the beautiful port of Funchal, Madeira - a destination we’ve been really looking forward to on this Canary Islands itinerary. As always, cruising on Marella Explorer isn’t without its learning moments, and today we made a decision that quickly turned into a mistake. It’s one of those situations where you only realise afterwards what you shouldn’t have done - so we’re sharing it honestly, in the hope it helps you avoid making the same error on your own Marella Explorer cruise. Back onboard Marella Explorer, we continue settling into life at sea, touching on the ship’s layout, atmosphere, and what a typical port day looks like on the Marella Explorer cruise ship. Throughout the vlog, you’ll see more of the ship itself, including glimpses of Marella Explorer bars and dining venues. This series is all about giving a real, honest look at cruising with Marella Cruises - from the highs to the moments that don’t quite go to plan. If you’re researching Marella Explorer reviews, planning a future Marella Explorer cruise, or just enjoy following along with relaxed cruise vlogs, we hope this episode gives you a useful (and very real) insight. Thanks for joining us on Marella Explorer - and trust us…. This is one mistake we won’t be making again! 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 VLOG: https://youtu.be/GuFLEciB6I0 MARELLA EXPLORER FUERTEVENTURA VLOG: https://youtu.be/yKGgZjncHEs MARELLA EXPLORER LANZAROTE VLOG: https://youtu.be/bJbEh-TMzSo MARELLA EXPLORER SEA DAY VLOG: https://youtu.be/kh1CBUKv2b4 MARELLA EXPLORER CABIN TOUR: https://youtu.be/LGgQx-rbtFk #marellacruises #marellaexplorer #cruise #cruiseship 🛳 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: Upbeat Summer Exciting Travel Vlog Background Music by Hafijur Rahman from Pixabay Remember September by Geoffrey Burch from Pixabay Tropical by The_Mountain (Dmitrii Kolesnikov) from Pixabay Comedy Funny Cartoon Background Music by Mykola Sosin from Pixabay Funny Cartoon Music by Viacheslav Starostin from Pixabay Comedy Cartoon Funny Background Music (2) by Ievgen Poltavskyi from Pixabay Vlogs Background Music by HitsLab (Ievgen Poltavskyi) from Pixabay Piano Moment by Zakhar Valaha from Pixabay Joyride Jamboree by Neura-Flow from Pixabay Tulum by Eduard Bykovets from Pixabay Chase Me by Geoff Harvey from Pixabay Funny Embarrassment Music (Goofy Reaction Soundtrack) by Omar Faruque from Pixabay Awkward Silence (Cringe Moment Music) by Omar Faruque from Pixabay Italian Italy Background Music by Viacheslav Starostin from Pixabay Happiness - Music by: bensound.com License code: 8YGXGOZCR6HT0YM6 Artist: : Benjamin Tissot