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Marella Explorer
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???ShipStatistic.entered_service???1996
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???ShipStatistic.tonnage???76,998
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???ShipStatistic.wheelchair_accessible_cabins???8
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???ShipStatistic.number_of_decks???13
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???ShipStatistic.number_of_elevators???10
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???ShipStatistic.number_of_pools???3
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???ShipStatistic.number_of_restaurants???10
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???ShipStatistic.formal_nights???Yes
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???ShipStatistic.kids_club???Yes
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???ShipStatistic.number_of_crew???909
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???ShipStatistic.refurbished???2022
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Marella Explorer
Life Onboard
Kids (3)
Swimming (3)
Restaurant (15)
Entertainment (13)
Bar/Lounge (10)
Kids (3)
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Entertainment
Kids
Gamer Zone
A fun, interactive entertainment space, Gamer Zone is home to a variety of games consoles that both adults and children can enjoy. -
Entertainment
Kids
Hideout
A stylish made-for-teens hangout spot, Hideout is conveniently located near the games area and features things like a karaoke booth, where you can record your own CD. -
Entertainment
Kids
M Club
This colourful kids’ club gives children ages 3 to 11 years the chance to meet new friends, with arts and crafts, games, movie nights, and more all on the agenda.
Swimming (3)
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Swimming
Activities
Main Pool
An open-air pool area for the whole family to enjoy, you’ll find an abundance of sun loungers here, while music and quizzes keep everyone entertained. -
Entertainment
Swimming
Activities
Adult-only
The Veranda
An adults-only sunbathing area at the rear of the ship, the Veranda is the ideal place to lounge in the sunshine and soak up some sensational views of the horizon. -
Swimming
Activities
Whirlpool
Warm and bubbling, these adults-only whirlpools are the perfect place to soak your muscles after a busy day ashore – while still being a stone’s throw from the main pool area.
Restaurant (15)
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Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Aperitif
This stylish bar boasts a menu featuring everything from prosecco and spirits to cocktails and more; well-located, it’s a great place to grab pre-dinner drinks before enjoying an evening meal at one of the speciality restaurants onboard. -
Restaurant
Italian @ The Mediterranean
A stylish dining spot in The Mediterranean, you’ll find made-to-order pizzas and tasty pasta dishes here; it’s a taste of Italy with a difference, and a laid-back eatery where everyone will find something to enjoy. -
Restaurant
Kora La
Marella’s signature pan-Asian restaurant, Kora La boasts flavourful dishes created by renowned chef Ian Pengelley and a menu that covers a variety of south and east Asian cuisines. With dining experiences available at an additional charge, and a smart dress code, expect an elevated evening of excellent food here. -
Restaurant
Latitude 53
The main waiter service restaurant onboard, you’ll find an impressive menu of delicious dishes available throughout breakfast, lunch, and dinner – with a casual dress code during the daytime, and a smart dress code when the evening arrives. -
Restaurant
Piccadilly’s
This brand-new British restaurant, which is situated in the main dining room on your cruise ship, serves up a little slice of home with a side order of stunning sea views; open for dinner, expect some familiar favourites here. -
Restaurant
Scoops
This vintage-style ice cream parlour serves up homemade gelato in a range of flavours, with freshly-made waffle cones and an ever-changing menu – which often features out-of-the-ordinary options like Oreo, banoffee, and more. The seating here is also quirky, being a selection of bike seats facing out to sea. -
Restaurant
Snack Shack
Home to flavourful grab-and-go food, Snack Shack is home to festival-style food stalls boasting incredible light bites for when you get peckish in the afternoon; with everything from sweet chilli chicken wings to focaccia sandwiches, there’s something tasty for everyone to tuck into here. -
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Squid & Anchor Pub
Squid & Anchor is Marella’s own pub at sea, where anyone craving a taste of home can find something to enjoy. Here, in this modern take on a typical British boozer, you’ll find engaging activities like game shows and quizzes to keep you entertained. -
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Restaurant
Surf & Turf Steakhouse
As the name suggests, this speciality restaurant majors in the likes of marbled steaks and meaty lobster tails; home to a wide array of meat and fish dishes, with plenty to satisfy a vegetarian palate too, there’s always something sensational to enjoy here. -
Restaurant
Tapas @ The Mediterranean
Open for lunch and dinner, you’ll be whisked away to sunny Spain when you dine in this section of The Mediterranean; home to flavourful tapas dishes, Portuguese cuisine, and light bites during lunchtime, a laid-back dining experience awaits. -
Restaurant
The Dining Club
Boasting an elegant dining experience with exquisite French cuisine, The Dining Club is home to elevated evening meals featuring everything from seared scallops in Champagne butter to lamb, lobster, and more. This venue also hosts The Great Musical Afternoon Tea and features a seven-course menu during Dress to Impress night, making it one of the best places to enjoy a meal onboard. -
Restaurant
The Market Place
A casual buffet-style restaurant where themed evening meals and a world of fantastic flavours await, you can enjoy everything from fresh pizzas and grilled-to-order paninis to choose-your-own-ingredient stir fries and more here. With the chance to watch talented chefs whip up your favourites, there’s always something to enjoy on the menu. -
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
The Shack
Just above the pool, this deck bar is perfect for cool-down drinks like frozen cocktails in between sunbathing sessions on deck. -
Restaurant
Umi Sushi
Umi Shushi is a stylish speciality restaurant boasting a menu featuring both traditional and non-traditional sushi dishes, with a variety of pan-Asian dishes complementing the sushi offering for anyone who isn’t a sushi fan to tuck into. With the sushi prepared right before your eyes, this is an elevated dining experience you won’t want to miss. -
Restaurant
Vista
An Italian restaurant located on the second floor of the ship’s main dining room, you’ll have the chance to enjoy regional Italian favourites made with authentic ingredients here, from creamy pastas you won’t forget to colourful salads and more.
Entertainment (13)
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Entertainment
Activities
Shopping
Broad Street Shops
The interesting onboard boutiques are open when the ship is sailing and feature a wide range of duty-free products; so, whether you’re looking for a gift or something to treat yourself, there’s plenty to choose from. -
Entertainment
Broadway Show Lounge
Home to a range of unique stage shows, with two performances a night during your cruise, you’ll have the chance to enjoy a range of entertainment in this expansive theatre venue with plush seating, including West End to Broadway: an on-stage spectacular showcasing all your favourite musical theatre classics! -
Entertainment
Cruise Holiday Store
Whether you’re looking to explore Asia, the Caribbean, or the Mediterranean, you don’t have to wait until you get home to book your next cruise holiday! Here, you’ll find someone to help you start planning your next adventure abroad. -
Entertainment
Kids
Gamer Zone
A fun, interactive entertainment space, Gamer Zone is home to a variety of games consoles that both adults and children can enjoy. -
Entertainment
Kids
Hideout
A stylish made-for-teens hangout spot, Hideout is conveniently located near the games area and features things like a karaoke booth, where you can record your own CD. -
Entertainment
Activities
Indigo Casino
Home to everything from blackjack tables to fruit machines, the Indigo Casino is the perfect place to try your luck at some table games or slot machines while sailing with Marella. -
Entertainment
Bar/Lounge
Indigo Club
A nightclub space in the heart of Indigo, flaunting a dance floor and DJ booth, you’ll find silent discos and themed dance nights here throughout your voyage. -
Entertainment
Kids
M Club
This colourful kids’ club gives children ages 3 to 11 years the chance to meet new friends, with arts and crafts, games, movie nights, and more all on the agenda. -
Entertainment
Activities
Minigolf
Ideal for some friendly competition while sailing, the minigolf course onboard has nine holes and boasts stunning sea views. -
Entertainment
Activities
Family
Movies by Moonlight
An open-air cinema showing classic movies and the latest box-office hits under the stars, there’s always something interesting to watch here. -
Entertainment
Family
Photo Gallery
Take a look at the photos taken onboard by the resident photographer, or even ask for a private photoshoot for something really special. -
Entertainment
Activities
Shopping
Photo Studio
Pop into this photo studio for a professional photo shoot, and check out the snaps captured by the onboard photography team, too – which you can buy, if you want something to remember your holiday with. -
Entertainment
Swimming
Activities
Adult-only
The Veranda
An adults-only sunbathing area at the rear of the ship, the Veranda is the ideal place to lounge in the sunshine and soak up some sensational views of the horizon.
Bar/Lounge (10)
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Bar/Lounge
53 Bar
A bar located right next to Latitude 53, making it the perfect place for pre-dinner drinks, you’ll find a fantastic selection of drinks to indulge in here. -
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Aperitif
This stylish bar boasts a menu featuring everything from prosecco and spirits to cocktails and more; well-located, it’s a great place to grab pre-dinner drinks before enjoying an evening meal at one of the speciality restaurants onboard. -
Bar/Lounge
Broadway Show Lounge Bar
Get ready for some fantastic entertainment by starting the night at the show lounge bar, or head here with new friends after enjoying a production. -
Bar/Lounge
Indigo Bar
The longest bar in Marella’s fleet, this quiet daytime spot transforms into a lively lounge with live music when the evening arrives; you’ll find menus showing off around-the-world themed cocktails here, alongside sensational views and unforgettable evenings. Flare demonstrations and cocktail-making classes are also hosted here, adding even more to everything this exciting venue offers. -
Entertainment
Bar/Lounge
Indigo Club
A nightclub space in the heart of Indigo, flaunting a dance floor and DJ booth, you’ll find silent discos and themed dance nights here throughout your voyage. -
Bar/Lounge
Pool Bar
A sociable spot that ticks the box for cold drinks in between dips, there’s always something refreshing available at the Pool Bar. -
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Squid & Anchor Pub
Squid & Anchor is Marella’s own pub at sea, where anyone craving a taste of home can find something to enjoy. Here, in this modern take on a typical British boozer, you’ll find engaging activities like game shows and quizzes to keep you entertained. -
Bar/Lounge
The Coffee Port
A contemporary coffee house with a small library space to enjoy, this is the perfect place to enjoy a hot drink and a sweet treat while you recharge your batteries. -
Bar/Lounge
The Lounge
Perfect for pre-dinner drinks, this unique colour-changing bar boasts a hot pink piano, funky ring-shaped seats, and stunning sea views. Enjoy sipping on something sensational while enjoying the soothing soundtrack of a live pianist in this eye-catching lounge bar. -
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
The Shack
Just above the pool, this deck bar is perfect for cool-down drinks like frozen cocktails in between sunbathing sessions on deck.
Customer reviews for Marella Explorer
4.3Out of 5
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