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Marella Explorer 2
Overview
Marella Explorer 2 is our newest ship in the fleet. It’s adults only and flaunts a range of exciting facilities, from a Champneys Spa to a chic bar-club-casino space. You’ve got nine bars and nine restaurants on this ship, too. Top spots include The 19th Hole – a golf-themed bar with a golf simulator – Flutes, where you can sip Champagne* or Prosecco to the sounds of a pianist and Beach Cove – a relaxed restaurant with barbecue-inspired menus and quirky swinging seats. Not to mention the outdoor spaces, such as The Veranda, where you can enjoy far-reaching sea views.
Facilities

Champneys spa

Marella Cruises has partnered with Champneys to bring you this state-of-the-art spa. Like at any other Champneys spa, you can book in for treatments, like facials, body wraps and massages, plus there’s a beauty salon. The spa doesn’t scrimp on size. In fact, it’s the biggest in the fleet – packing in a relaxation room, made-for-two suites and treatment cabins with hot tubs. There’s also an adults-only sauna with floor-to-ceiling windows and a steam room. Just so you know, there's a charge for treatments and use of the facilities. Alternatively, you can work up a sweat with the sea in sight at the gym.

 

Destination Services

If you want to find out more about our ports of call and excursions, come and chat to our Destination Services team. They’ve got guides and maps to help you find your way around. And you can book your next cruise with them, too.

 

Indigo Casino

If you’re feeling lucky, you can try out the slot machines and card tables at the Indigo Casino.

 

Kora La

You’ll feel like you’ve switched continents when you dine at this restaurant. It offers a pan-Asian selection of curries and noodle dishes, a separate sushi menu, plus bespoke dishes created by master chef Ian Pengelley exclusively for Marella Cruises. This is one of the ship's specialty restaurants, so there's a charge to dine here – plus, we recommend you make a reservation in advance.

 

Indigo Club

You’ll find the club in the middle of Indigo. It flaunts a dancefloor and a DJ booth.

 

Indigo Bar

Indigo lays claim to a huge bar, where flare demonstrations and cocktail-making sessions take place. There’s also plenty of seating for taking in the 360-degree views – day or night.

 

Medical Centre

If you’re not feeling well, visit the Medical Centre. You’ll be met by an English-speaking doctor, who can carry out a consultation and prescribe medication.

 

Broadway Show Lounge

This show lounge is big enough to rival a Broadway theatre. And that’s not all it’s got going for it. There are 12 shows on offer, covering a variety of different styles of music. So, whatever your taste, you'll find something to tickle your fancy.

 

The Coffee Port

If you’re in need of a caffeine boost, this place will do the trick. It’s the biggest Coffee Port in our fleet, serving sweet treats courtesy of our in-house chocolatier and Lavazza coffee. After dark, you can treat yourself to one of our coffee or tea-based cocktails, like espresso martinis and green tea mojitos. Or, whip up a hot chocolate with a creamy liqueur, like Baileys Salted Caramel. Alongside this, you can make use of the books and board games or charge up your phone with the USB points. All drinks served here are included in the Premium All Inclusive package only – a small charge applies for all other guests.

 

Squid and Anchor

This pub at sea is a modern take on a traditional British watering hole. As such, it’s got a decent range of draught beers and some outside space. Plus, it hosts a live band, quiz nights and Saturday-night-style game shows on a regular basis.

 

Photo Studio

Pop into the studio for a professional photoshoot. You’ll also find kiosks, where you can view and buy all the photos captured by our onboard photography team.

 

Latitude 53

The main waiter service restaurant is a good-looking place, with a gold-and-grey colour scheme and floor-to-ceiling windows.

 

Cruise Holiday Store

There's nothing quite like planning another holiday to look forward to while you're away. Our onboard Cruise Holiday Store lets you do just that. Head here to find out what's new, chat through your travel plans with an expert and get that next cruise in the calendar.

 

Pool

The pool is split in two by a small stage in the middle, and you can look forward to daily entertainment.

 

Nonna's

You can make your own pizza and pasta dishes from scratch at this laidback pizzeria, which is open for lunch and dinner.

 

Whirlpools

Four whirlpool baths bubble away by the main pool.

 

Aperitif

Thanks to its location, Aperitif is a great place to go before or after a meal at one of our specialty restaurants. Its menu f

Dining

The Dining Club

This fine dining restaurant was made for foodies. You’ll be treated to high-end cuisine – like seared scallops with Champagne butter and chateaubriand for two – making it the ideal spot for an extra special evening. It also hosts The Great Musical Afternoon Tea. This weekly event brings the West End to Marella Cruises, with dishes inspired by famous musicals – like the ‘Vietnamese Melody’ beef tenderloin yakitori and the ‘On My Own’ petit choux. There are six teas to choose from, as well as a cocktail of your choice. Plus, the whole place is decorated with show posters and memorabilia. This is one of the ship's speciality restaurants, so there's a charge to dine here – plus, we recommend you make a reservation in advance.

The Market Place

For fresh-out-the-oven pizza, grilled-to-order paninis and sandwiches at lunchtime, plus all your buffet favourites. Regular theme nights cover cuisine from around the world, including Mexican, Chinese and Japanese.

Nonna's

You can make your own pizza and pasta dishes from scratch at this laidback pizzeria, which is open for lunch and dinner.

Snack Shack

Food stalls, beach huts and oversized deckchairs set the scene at this laidback eatery. As such, you can look forward to grab ‘n’ go lunches and snacks, like hot dogs and burgers. There’s a drinks station on hand, too.

Latitude 53

The main waiter service restaurant is a good-looking place, with a gold-and-grey colour scheme and floor-to-ceiling windows.

Vista

You’ll find Vista on the first floor of Latitude 53. Come evening, it transforms into a contemporary Italian restaurant.

Kora La

You’ll feel like you’ve switched continents when you dine at this restaurant. It offers a pan-Asian selection of curries and noodle dishes, a separate sushi menu, plus bespoke dishes created by master chef Ian Pengelley exclusively for Marella Cruises. This is one of the ship's speciality restaurants, so there's a charge to dine here – plus, we recommend you make a reservation in advance.

Surf & Turf Steakhouse

This place does what it says on the tin, specialising in all things meat and fish. The menu stars various cuts of steak, including the Porterhouse for two – and you can watch the chef cook yours on the open grill. Or you can create your own surf and turf with a selection of meats and seafood. This is one of the ship's speciality restaurants, so there's a charge to dine here – plus, we recommend you make a reservation in advance.

Beach Cove

Like the name suggests, this place has a beachy vibe. Big sliding doors will make you feel like you’re eating al fresco, the menus are inspired by barbecues, and the decor includes quirky swing seats. A charge applies to dine here in the evening and we recommend you make a reservation in advance.

Bars & Entertainment

Just like on Marella Explorer, Indigo is the ship’s flagship venue. It caters for daytime drinks with a view, as well as all-night dancing. A couple of other bars sort you out for laidback drinks, like the Squid and Anchor pub. For full-on glitz and glamour, the Broadway Show Lounge steps into view.

Flutes

If you’re after something bubbly, Flutes is the bar for you. You can sip glasses of Champagne* or Prosecco while listening to the sounds of a pianist. Plus, there are handy ‘press for bubbles’ buttons dotted around.

Squid and Anchor

This pub at sea is a modern take on a traditional British watering hole. As such, it’s got a decent range of draught beers and some outside space. Plus, it hosts a live band, quiz nights and Saturday-night-style game shows on a regular basis.


Broadway Show Lounge

This show lounge is big enough to rival a Broadway theatre. And that’s not all it’s got going for it. There are 12 shows on offer, covering a variety of different styles of music. So, whatever your taste, you'll find something to tickle your fancy.


Indigo Bar

Indigo lays claim to a huge bar, where flare demonstrations and cocktail-making sessions take place. There’s also plenty of seating for taking in the 360-degree views – day or night.


Indigo Casino

If you’re feeling lucky, you can try out the slot machines and card tables at the Indigo Casino.


Aperitif

Thanks to its location, Aperitif is a great place to go before or after a meal at one of our speciality restaurants. Its menu features everything from Prosecco and spirits to cocktails.


Indigo Club

You’ll find the club in the middle of Indigo. It flaunts a dancefloor and a DJ booth.


Movies by Moonlight

You can watch classic and modern films under the stars at this open-air cinema.


The Shack

Ship Facts
  • Tonnage:71,545 GRT
  • Length:265.5 m
  • Beam:32.2 m
  • Speed:24.5 knots
  • Decks:14
  • Cabins:907
  • Cruise Passengers:1,814
  • Crew & Staff:TBC
  • Registry:Malta
Categories
Adapted Inside
Category Code(s)
AI
Description Any disability for which a customer would need adapted cabin facilities. Cabins are more spacious and have wider doors for a wheelchair. Bathrooms are a wet room with shower seat and handrails.
Adapted Outside
Category Code(s)
AO
Description Any disability for which a customer would need adapted cabin facilities. Cabins are more spacious and have wider doors for a wheelchair. Bathrooms are a wet room with shower seat and handrails.
Deck 12 Balcony Cabin
Category Code(s)
B12
Description You can admire the horizon from your own furnished balcony with these cabins. They make the most of space, with twin beds that convert to a double. Four berth cabins come with a double sofa bed or extra fold-down beds. And the en suite bathroom packs in a shower and WC.
Deck 8 Balcony Cabin
Category Code(s)
B8
Description You can admire the horizon from your own furnished balcony with these cabins. They make the most of space, with twin beds that convert to a double. Four berth cabins come with a double sofa bed or extra fold-down beds. And the en suite bathroom packs in a shower and WC.
Deck 8 & 9 Balcony Cabin
Category Code(s)
B9
Description You can admire the horizon from your own furnished balcony with these cabins. They make the most of space, with twin beds that convert to a double. Four berth cabins come with a double sofa bed or extra fold-down beds. And the en suite bathroom packs in a shower and WC.
Balcony
Category Code(s)
BC
Description You can admire the horizon from your own furnished balcony with these cabins. They make the most of space, with twin beds that convert to a double. Four berth cabins come with a double sofa bed or extra fold-down beds. And the en suite bathroom packs in a shower and WC.
Deluxe Balcony
Category Code(s)
DB
Description Deluxe Balcony Cabins do exactly what they say on the tin. You'll get a furnished balcony, plus twin beds that convert to a double, a double sofa-bed and an en suite bathroom with a WC and shower. You're nice and high up on Decks 8, 9 & 10, too, so the views are some of the best around.
Executive Suite
Category Code(s)
ES
Description The Executive Suites live up to their name, with separate living and sleeping areas. The 46m2 suites come with twin beds in the bedroom, which you can convert into a queen-size. There's a double sofa bed in the separate lounge, too. In the en suite bathroom, meanwhile, there's a shower and a WC. And a furnished balcony rounds things off nicely. PREMIER SERVICE INCLUDED.
Deck 10 & 12 Inside
Category Code(s)
I10
Description These cabins include twin beds that can be made into a queen-size, plus an en suite bathroom with a WC and shower. If you go for a four-berth cabin, you'll get twin beds, on top of a sofa bed or extra fold-down beds.
Deck 4 & 5 Inside
Category Code(s)
I4
Description These cabins include twin beds that can be made into a queen-size, plus an en suite bathroom with a WC and shower. If you go for a four-berth cabin, you'll get twin beds, on top of a sofa bed or extra fold-down beds.
Deck 8 & 9 Inside
Category Code(s)
I8
Description Within these cabins, you've got two single beds that can be converted into a queen-size, as well as an en suite bathroom with a shower and WC. There are also four-berth cabins, with twin beds and extra fold-down beds.
Junior Suite
Category Code(s)
JS
Description Book one of our Junior Suites and you'll get to enjoy the views from your furnished balcony. These 23m2 suites are found on Deck 10 and 12, near the top of the ship, which gives you a great vantage point. Inside, you've got twin beds that convert into a queen-size, a sitting area with a double sofa bed and an en suite bathroom with a WC and shower. PREMIER SERVICE INCLUDED.
Deck 4 & 5 Outside
Category Code(s)
O4
Description Our Outside Cabins feature either a porthole or a picture window. They come with twin beds that can be made into a queen-size, as well as a sofa bed or extra fold-down beds. Plus, you'll find a WC and shower in the en suite bathroom.
Deck 8 & 9 Outside
Category Code(s)
OU
Description Outside Cabins come with a porthole or picture window. Which includes two single beds. These can be pushed together to make a queen-size. Our three and four-berth cabins have twin beds, as well as a sofa bed or extra fold-down beds. Plus, the en suite bathrooms have a shower and WC.
Royal Suite
Category Code(s)
RS
Description Our Royal Suite is the creme de la creme of cabins. Not only does it line up a bedroom with a king-size bed, but it also packs in a separate living area with a sofa bed, a dining area and a dressing area. You've also got an en suite bathroom with a shower, a WC and a tub, plus a big balcony with a whirlpool. PRIEMIER SERVICE INCLUDED.
Single Inside
Category Code(s)
SI
Description Our Single Cabins were made for solo travellers. These ones come with a single bed and an en suite bathroom with a WC and shower.
Single Outside
Category Code(s)
SO
Description A good option for solo travellers, these cabins feature a single bed and an en suite bathroom with a WC and shower. Plus, there's the added bonus of a porthole or picture window.

Please note: Stateroom images and features are samples only. Actual furniture, fixtures, colors, configurations and window/porthole views may vary.

Decks
Stateroom Legend
  • Stateroom Legend
  • AI Adapted Inside
  • AO Adapted Outside
  • B12 Deck 12 Balcony Cabin
  • B8 Deck 8 Balcony Cabin
  • B9 Deck 8 & 9 Balcony Cabin
  • BC Balcony
  • DB Deluxe Balcony
  • ES Executive Suite
  • I10 Deck 10 & 12 Inside
  • I4 Deck 4 & 5 Inside
  • I8 Deck 8 & 9 Inside
  • JS Junior Suite
  • O4 Deck 4 & 5 Outside
  • OU Deck 8 & 9 Outside
  • RS Royal Suite
  • SI Single Inside
  • SO Single Outside
Stateroom Symbol Legend
  • Stateroom Symbol Legend
  • Fixed double bed
  • 4 Berth
  • Interconnecting Cabin
  • Suitable for wheelchairs
Please select the deck plan you will like to see below

Deck 14

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Vendor
TUI Marella Cruises - UK (Ocean)
General

From glistening glaciers to tropical shores, there are so many places to explore with Marella Cruises. We sail to over 120 destinations - there's even the option of stepping straight onboard our cruises from one of our UK homeports. Whether it's modern, All Inclusive cruise holidays you're interested in, or intimate and cosy, we've got the ship to suit. We're always adding to our fleet, so you can expect state-of-the-art facilities like climbing walls and cinemas, along with cruise classics like first-class entertainment and sophisticated dining. And it gets even better. Unlike most cruise lines, we include tipping and service charges in our prices, so you don't have to worry about paying extra. We like to keep things nice and flexible, too. Book a Cruise & Stay holiday, for instance - and your cruise package will include a hotel stay. Take a look around our website to find out more.

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