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We Paid Extra For This on Marella Explorer 2... Do We Regret It?

Namy Does Cruising
Namy Does Cruising
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👁️ 6K views📅 1 months ago⏱️ 19:16
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Creator's Key Takeaways

We're sailing around the Canary Islands on Mela Explorer 2. And these are the ports that we'll be stopping at.

The experience was fantastic. We were in there for probably 2 and 3/4 hours. If you are planning to go to the dining club, make sure you got a free night ahead of you.

It's a one and done. We're glad we did it. And it was very good. And if you are a foodie, I think you'll love it.

Creator's Tips & Advice

If you plan to visit the Dining Club, ensure you have a free night ahead with no other plans.
Always carry your passport or driver's license when exploring ports of call.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Port excursions and identificationMake sure you take your passport or driver's license with you when getting off the ship.
Missing the shipKeep an eye on the all aboard time as the ship has a strict schedule.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the Dining Club on Marella Explorer 2 worth the extra cost?
QWhat are the benefits of staying on the ship during a port day?
QHow can you use the Marella Navigate app?

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YouTube Video Description

Today on Marella Explorer 2, we decided to pay extra for something we thought would make our cruise even better… but was it actually worth the money? (Vlog 3). As our Marella Explorer 2 cruise continues, we try one of the optional extras available onboard Marella Cruises' adults-only ship to see whether it's genuinely worth paying for, or if we'd have been just as happy without it. Sometimes the extras can really enhance your cruise… and sometimes they leave you wondering why you bothered! In this vlog, we share exactly what we paid extra for on Marella Explorer 2, our honest thoughts after experiencing it, and whether we'd spend the money again on a future Marella Cruises holiday. Along the way, we continue exploring the Marella Explorer 2 cruise ship, taking in more of the food, bars, entertainment and everything else this 31-year-old ship has to offer. If you're planning a Marella Explorer 2 Canary Islands cruise, looking for an honest Marella Explorer 2 review, or wondering what's actually worth paying extra for onboard, this vlog should help you decide before you sail. Whether you're researching Marella Explorer 2 food, Marella Explorer 2 bars, Marella Explorer 2 entertainment, or simply asking yourself "Is Marella Explorer 2 a good ship?", come along as we continue our latest Marella Explorer 2 cruise and share our honest experience. Subscribe to our channel and come cruise with us: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2PBHjq1vZ6a0ILp7yRxuyg?sub_confirmation=1 About Marella Explorer 2 and Marella Cruises: Marella Explorer 2 is one of the older ships in the Marella Cruises fleet, launched in 1995, originally as Celebrity Century. Alongside ships like Marella Voyager, Marella Discovery, Marella Discovery 2, and Marella Explorer, Marella Explorer 2 offers a relaxed and all-inclusive, adults-only cruising experience. The ship features a variety of restaurants, bars, lounges, and entertainment, perfect for couples, families, and first-time cruisers. Sailing itineraries including the Canary Islands, Mediterranean and European cruises, Marella Cruises is a British cruise line popular with UK travellers looking for a casual and easy-going cruise experience. Watch More from Our Marella Explorer 2 Series: MARELLA EXPLORER 2 CABIN TOUR: https://youtu.be/bhVSsRd5Uzs MARELLA EXPLORER 2 EMBARKATION VLOG: https://youtu.be/z0yl5M5cMpY MARELLA EXPLORER 2 LANZAROTE VLOG: https://youtu.be/stRyKFD-sgY #marellacruises #marellaexplorer2 #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 Cruises, Ambassador Cruise Line, P&O Cruises to MSC Cruises 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