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DON’T Make This Mistake on a Marella Discovery Cruise!

Namy Does Cruising
Namy Does Cruising
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👁️ 23K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 22:54
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❤️ Best for CoupleMediterranean · SummerFrom Piraeus

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We made a big mistake by not booking our tickets in advance since we bought our tickets at the ticket office on the day

It's just beautiful beautifully historic n wow look at that

It's hard to imagine it until you're here hard to describe it to someone I know what i'd say it's just beautiful

I would 100% recommend this it's just hard work oh it is hard work and for €20 per person I think that's very good value

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book Acropolis tickets online in advance to avoid double queuing.
Wear sturdy footwear with good grip for the Acropolis as terrain is uneven and slippery.
Bring sun cream, sunglasses, a hat, and plenty of water when visiting Athens.
Use the ship's 'Navigate' app to manage dining, activities, and excursions.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Getting lost in portUse the Navigate app for port maps and distance to city center.
Missing the shipAlways return before the 'All Aboard' time as the ship won't wait.
Losing cruise cardThe card is essential for embarkation/disembarkation; visit Guest Services if lost.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow do I get from Piraeus port to Athens city center?
QIs it worth booking a ship excursion or going independently?
QHow do I avoid long lines at the Acropolis?
QWhat are the dining options on Marella Discovery?
QHow do I use the ship's onboard app?

Topics Covered

Itinerary Route2½ Happy BaconValue Pricing3 Happy BaconDining Buffet2½ Happy BaconEntertainment Shows2 Happy BaconEntertainment Activities3½ Happy BaconPool Deck1½ Happy BaconExcursions2½ Happy BaconPort Destination3½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Athens4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Acropolis (€20)
Piraeus
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YouTube Video Description

Join us onboard Marella Discovery as we explore Athens on our Marella Cruises adventure! From the Acropolis to life aboard the Marella Discovery cruise ship, avoid our big mistake and make the most of your trip. (Vlog #3) Join us on Day 3 of our Aegean Jewels itinerary onboard Marella Discovery as we dock in the port of Piraeus, Greece and set out on a Marella Cruises ship excursion to explore the iconic city of Athens. From the stunning Acropolis to the bustling city streets, we’ll show you what it’s like to visit Athens during the scorching summer heat - but also share the big mistake we made and how you can avoid it! A big thank you to @PostcardAndAPintfor their fantastic tip about pinning your location on Google Maps to avoid getting lost - something we’ll definitely be using in the future! In this vlog, we also provide budget-friendly options for exploring Athens independently from the port of Piraeus. Whether you’re planning to take a ship excursion or explore on your own. Back onboard Marella Discovery, we spend the evening enjoying everything this cruise ship has to offer. We dine at The Glass House, one of Marella’s included dining venues, and experience the lively entertainment with a gameshow at the Squid & Anchor and a performance by @amiewooton8915 & The Collective in the Live Room. To top it off, we catch up with @niallwilliams7181 an entertainment host we first met on our Marella Explorer 2 cruise back in 2022! Marella Discovery is part of the Marella Cruises fleet along with Marella Discovery 2, Marella Explorer, Marella Explorer 2, and Marella Voyager, offering a laid-back, all-inclusive experience for British cruisers. If you’re wondering what a day in Athens and a sea-filled evening on Marella Cruises Discovery is really like, this vlog has it all - from excursion insights to onboard fun! Watch now to avoid making our mistake, discover Athens your way, and get a glimpse into the unforgettable experiences waiting for you on Marella Discovery! Subscribe to our channel and come cruise with us: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2PBHjq1vZ6a0ILp7yRxuyg?sub_confirmation=1 #marellacruises #marelladiscovery #cruise #cruiseship Chapters: 00:00 Starting our Day on Marella Discovery 00:33 Breakfast Dining Options on Marella Discovery 00:56 Marella Discovery Cruise Ship Excursion 03:38 Travel Options for Visiting Athens from the Port of Piraeus, Greece 05:52 Visiting the City of Athens, Greece on our Marella Discovery Cruise 06:20 Visiting Acropolis / Useful Tourist Information 13:48 Back Onboard Marella Discovery 15:23 Dinner at The Glass House Restaurant 18:24 7 Sins of Rock Theatre Show at the Broadway Show Lounge 19:10 Marella Discovery Navigate App Guide 19:59 The Marella Grand Prix Game Show at the Squid & Anchor 21:20 Amie & The Collective in the Live Room 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 Get Ready - Greek Inspired Song by Fred Torres from Pixabay Ukulele Fun Acoustic Background (Happy Strings) by Ruwin from Pixabay In the Moment by audiolibraryinfinite from Pixabay