Marella Cruises Food Review

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  • Опубліковано 16 лис 2024

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  • @wecanhelpdigital
    @wecanhelpdigital 2 роки тому +17

    Speaking as someone who always searches the internet for any hint of what an all inclusive menu contains, this is really helpful. Your presenting style is awesome as well 🙂

  • @angelahorton5745
    @angelahorton5745 2 роки тому +7

    Excellent video Jamie, very comprehensive! I was extremely impressed and really hadn't expected the food to look and taste so good. I know there were a few exceptions but generally very good. I also enjoyed Matthews's contributions, he seems to be featuring more which is good. Thank you!

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you 🙏 Matthew’s contributions are short and sweet and usually involve telling me off or saying I’m stupid so I imagine people will like this approach 😂

  • @johnathankain8033
    @johnathankain8033 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for making this video. Ultimately food is really subjective some love big helpings, others small. Some like comfortable familiar options whilst others like to be challenged by new concepts. Having a comprehensive video like this is the best as it avoids an opinion coming across as a fact.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Рік тому

      It’s absolutely true - a completely subjective topic! Thanks for your comment / feedback

  • @kadi1543
    @kadi1543 Рік тому +1

    Thankyou for your review. Myself &! Husband are going the marella 2 in April 2023. Our first ever cruise.

  • @artychoke7798
    @artychoke7798 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for taking so much of your time to make this. Very informative and great to hear your insightful perspective about each restaurant. Love your personalities too ❤🎉

  • @dianekay8
    @dianekay8 5 місяців тому +2

    Just back from the discovery 2 boat . Food was outstanding on that boat in all sections. The surf and turf was a lovely treat. I couldn’t fault anything on the discovery 2

  • @colinlacey9993
    @colinlacey9993 2 роки тому +5

    Went on Merella 2 in 2019. Food was brilliant. Booked for Explorer in 2023. Can’t wait.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 роки тому

      You’re going to have a great time I’m sure!

    • @margarettaylor5855
      @margarettaylor5855 Рік тому

      Been on both. Discovery 2, not too bad but Explorer, well it's best not to say. The best was the Gin and Whiskey bar which we needed to drown our sorrows.

    • @pauleneworrall3854
      @pauleneworrall3854 18 днів тому +1

      @@margarettaylor5855 hi you know I travelled with them years always on the spirit loved the ship even she was so old and the crew find memories. Went on the explorer 2 she's an old celebrity ship. Had a lovely holiday on her as well lovely captain went 2019. I still have my miles the tho teddy he goes with me on all my cruises I take photos of him I travel now on celebrity but still love to see a tho ship and take photos if them. Can't say the same of p&o went on Iona once never travel with them again
      Enjoy your cruise

  • @kenn1936
    @kenn1936 Рік тому +2

    WOW - all I can see is tables too close together!!!! Thank you Jamie for doing this review video. I am on this ship in August and this is priceless for anyone going on a cruise for the first time. Especially the Explorer II. I am going on my own, so this helps a lot as I have no idea what to expect.

  • @elizabethmills6496
    @elizabethmills6496 Рік тому +1

    Thanks Jamie, a really helpful blog. You have a very nice no nonsense approach ❤

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Рік тому

      Ahh thank you so much - such lovely feedback ❤️❤️❤️

  • @johnhammond1141
    @johnhammond1141 2 роки тому +2

    Just come back from a cruise on Explorer 2. Restaurant food as good as any other cruise line, buffet a solid average, specialty restaurants absolutely outstanding !

  • @malctongue
    @malctongue 2 роки тому +2

    Great video blog, we haven’t tried Marella cruises yet, normally choosing P&O, however we are planning our next cruise & we will definitely be giving it a go. Looks very nice👍

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 роки тому

      Oh fab! Let me know what you opt for (ship / itinerary) and how you get on!

  • @kiddlesk
    @kiddlesk 2 роки тому +2

    Very fair video. We've only been on two Marella cruises and, being honest, we chose them for the price & itinerary. Drinks can be very disappointing with weak cocktails and spirits but the shows are great, the ships are good and the food is well, just like you've said. Not every dish is a winner but some are amazing, especially in the Speciality restaurants. Never went hungry

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 роки тому

      Yes, drinks a bit mixed, agreed! Thanks for your comments!

  • @andrewdent696
    @andrewdent696 10 місяців тому +1

    The dinners club is on another level. Beautiful and the best on the ship.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  10 місяців тому

      Unfortunately not a menu for me but I’m
      pleased others enjoy

  • @louisecooper4761
    @louisecooper4761 2 роки тому +1

    Went on Explorer 2 weeks ago and thoroughly enjoyed the food. This was so interesting to watch, thank you.

  • @TravelBlogJamie
    @TravelBlogJamie  2 роки тому +9

    You are going to need to loosen those belts for this one! Marella hasn’t got the best reputation when it comes to food so we review EVERY meal onboard. What’s the food REALLY like? All menus included too!

    • @ronrichardson3103
      @ronrichardson3103 Рік тому +1

      I found Fred Olsens food very good. I'd give it 8/10 but Mirrellas food I'd give it a 9/10 if theres better I've yet to find

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Рік тому

      @@ronrichardson3103 I have to say Fred Olsen delivered some of the best food we’ve ever had - Vasco and Colours and Tastes were exceptional on Borealis

    • @ronrichardson3103
      @ronrichardson3103 Рік тому +1

      @@TravelBlogJamie we've just come off Borelias two days ago . I spent five days pooping and chucking out of our eight days cruise . . But I put that down to bugs that give you gastrointestinal disorders. If I'd known I'd have given it a miss. they must have chopped an extra tree for all the toilet roll I used.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Рік тому

      @@ronrichardson3103 🤮

    • @sandraheaton4929
      @sandraheaton4929 Рік тому +3

      We've recently got back off marella Discovery we had no complaints about the food there was always something for me & my partner we did go to the restaurant 3 times the other meals we had in the buffet we had no complaints but there's always a but there was hell of a lot of moaners on the ship slating marella we've cruised with marella a lot of times in a lot of yrs we will be returning to marella cruises so much so we've a couple of cruises booked with them & looking to book more with them we have also cruised with other cruise lines but we do keep going back to marella we've just returned from Discovery Christmas & New Yr we had a fantastic time 🎄🎅🍾🥂🍷🍹🍺🥳

  • @70PaulK
    @70PaulK 2 роки тому +1

    Very helpful guide. I found the Beach Cove was very quiet at lunch, even though there was no charge in the daytime. Also enjoyed the free ice cream in the buffet from 12-3pm, while the omelettes were excellent.

  • @ronrichardson3103
    @ronrichardson3103 Рік тому +1

    I remember my first cruise was a Mirella .I found the food fantastic.so much so I didn't have room for drink .my partner complained because she had bought a drink package that never got used .

  • @markwinter7644
    @markwinter7644 Рік тому +1

    Another excellent video in this series. This looks very good for us. Good food without too much faffle! We are new to cruising (did one a long time ago) but looking to start again and this looks right for us / just what we are looking for. Flexibility, choice, quality at a reasonable price and without the pomp and ceremony. Don’t get me wrong, we don’t mind dressing up a bit for dinner but its nice to go “smart casual” as well. Really like the quality of your presentations so keep up the good work. It is very much appreciated 👍🥂🇬🇧

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Рік тому +1

      Thank you Mark - really appreciate your feedback! I agree, good food without too much theatre or fuss - works for me!

  • @juliewilson3237
    @juliewilson3237 2 роки тому +2

    Really enjoyed this as we’re going on this ship in Oct and we’ve heard good and bad things food wise . Thank you I’m reassured by this review . Cant wait now ☺️!!

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 роки тому +1

      Ah that’s great to hear and I hope you have a fantastic time!

    • @juliewilson3237
      @juliewilson3237 2 роки тому +1

      @@TravelBlogJamie 😉

  • @mickthompson584
    @mickthompson584 2 роки тому +2

    Top vlog feller very informative, yeah thanks for that.

  • @nickedmunds1829
    @nickedmunds1829 3 місяці тому +1

    The food we've had on Marella on several cruises has been exceptional with plenty of choice!

  • @iangill8984
    @iangill8984 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the video, we have cruised several times with Marella and you have hit it spot on. We have cruised with other cruise lines and the standard of food is good with similar minor issues across all of them. Princess up next so we are looking forward to that experience. We did sail last minute on the Island Escape many years ago and the food was disappointing, the main dining room was a buffet just the same as the buffet but the cruise was cheap and we got to see Rome and Lorencecheerful, we ate in the speciality restaurant nearly every night.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 роки тому

      I do find the MDR on Princess a little lack lustre and / or inconsistent but I hope you have a great experience onboard!

  • @stephenrichardson7477
    @stephenrichardson7477 2 роки тому +1

    Couldn't agree more the food was mostly excellent vista and Nonna's were hits for us , marella has for us always been great value and quality.we did the hot rock on another marella cruise a few years age and sadly it has been dropped now but the experience was gorgeous. Ps we were onboard at the same time as you both thought I recognised you from somewhere lol. another great review thanks.

  • @RebekahBirkett
    @RebekahBirkett Рік тому +1

    We've just spent a week on Marella voyager and couldn't fault the food. There were 6 of us, one with a lactose allergy and everything was great!

  • @davidknox5929
    @davidknox5929 Рік тому +1

    Food on Marella is always brilliant.Agree with you about Snack Shack.On Discovery 2 lunch v g at indoor pool area.

  • @madelinealvey2876
    @madelinealvey2876 2 роки тому +1

    Really enjoyed your blog on Marella explorer 2. We're booked on for a week at Easter 23, even though we was booked on in 2020 and 2021, so as they say 3rd time lucky 😀. There isn't many people reviewing Marella cruises, thank you. 😀 Mx

  • @ranualfhunter1869
    @ranualfhunter1869 Рік тому +1

    a great review and we are off on our 1st cruise in 2 months. For 2 weeks, so this looks like a decent 1st trip

  • @rhobbieno1615
    @rhobbieno1615 2 роки тому +1

    Very informative on all your blogs well done and thank you 👍

  • @nicolajones726
    @nicolajones726 2 роки тому +1

    I’m going in two weeks it’s my first cruise my friend and I are both 60😱it looks ok to me😁I can’t wait thank you for your review x

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 роки тому

      Hope you have a great time and let me know how you get on!

    • @nicolajones726
      @nicolajones726 2 роки тому

      @@TravelBlogJamie ❤️will do thank youxx🛳

  • @malcolmgriffiths8998
    @malcolmgriffiths8998 Рік тому +1

    thank you for this, we are going on that ship at the end of sept - will take what you said on board

  • @davidknox5929
    @davidknox5929 2 роки тому +1

    Just back from Marella Exp cruise.Food fabulous every day.

  • @CraigBall-l9e
    @CraigBall-l9e Рік тому +1

    Jamie, this is awesome information, soooo useful. We are a family of 4 on this ship in August. Quick question, we are travelling with teenagers and they will want to explore on their own, is there a free messaging service via an app onboard? Or would you recommend two-way radios. Cheers, Craig

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Рік тому +1

      I don’t recall there being a messaging service but then the ships are that much smaller than most out there 😂

  • @richardhurr31
    @richardhurr31 Рік тому

    Good video. We just got back from being on Marella Voyager. The food was mostly good. The service excellent, though I did get some diarrhoea one morning from eating a kebab for dinner. 😬

  • @73keef
    @73keef 2 роки тому +1

    Good honest review, most cruise lines have there ups and downs in the restaurant's. Sailing on explorer 2 in November so this was helpful.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 роки тому

      You’re welcome Keith - any that take your fancy in particular?

    • @73keef
      @73keef 2 роки тому +1

      @@TravelBlogJamie Done the surf and turf so kora la looking a certainty and probably the beach house

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 роки тому +1

      @@73keef good choices

    • @73keef
      @73keef 2 роки тому +1

      @@TravelBlogJamie New to your chanel, found it through Paul and Carole really enjoying the content. 👍

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 роки тому

      @@73keef thank you - really appreciate that 🙏🙏🙏

  • @cocktailswithlisa
    @cocktailswithlisa 2 роки тому

    Looks like great restaurant options… we’ve not sailed with Marella (yet!), so it’s good to see how it compares, thank you 😊

  • @CrusieCTRL
    @CrusieCTRL 2 роки тому +1

    Great Video Jamie, I agree with everything you say but one thing I didn't like about the MDRs is the cutlery wrapped up in napkins, and the lack of appropriate cutlery. I also found service a bit rushed. It lacked a certain relaxing quality, especially in the eveningI know this will sound snobbish but I like to eat my soup with a soup spoon and not a dessert spoon. I also think the Kora La is one of the best value Indian speciality restaurants at sea.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 роки тому +1

      Have you by any change been to the speciality Indian restaurants onboard Fred Olsen Borealis by any chance, David?

    • @CrusieCTRL
      @CrusieCTRL 2 роки тому +1

      @@TravelBlogJamie I have... So I must add this caveat to my comment... The best value Indian restaurant at sea, after Vasco and potentially any other Indian restaurant at sea I may try in the future 😂😂

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 роки тому +1

      @@CrusieCTRL 😂😂😂

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 роки тому +1

      @@CrusieCTRL Vasco was soooo good

  • @gillkite6476
    @gillkite6476 Рік тому

    Good balanced review . Well Done hope you are now going to slimming world on your return back home.

  • @mickthompson584
    @mickthompson584 Рік тому +1

    We have found the Discovery ships and Explorer2 to offer the best food experience, Voyager and Explorer being a few levels below.

  • @suzy_c
    @suzy_c 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks Jamie. Really informative 👌

  • @Cradley684
    @Cradley684 Рік тому +1

    Did a good job Guy's Thank You !!!.😀😀

  • @hansybunnys7748
    @hansybunnys7748 Рік тому

    Boarding this Thursday, assuming like other cruise lines you can order as much as you like, e.g the tapas/ diff puddings that take your fancy

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Рік тому

      Well they like to tell you how much you can have in the speciality restaurants but not so much MDRs

  • @debbieball900
    @debbieball900 2 роки тому +1

    Another fab video. Well done. ✌👍

  • @michaelhodgetts283
    @michaelhodgetts283 Рік тому +1

    This was very informative so thanks for posting, I’ve never cruised but it seems to me that eating is a big deal on cruises, my question to you is how on earth do you not put on a stone from all of that eating? 😂

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Рік тому

      Quite simply because I (personally) do more exercise than usual - more walking, more swimming, take the stairs always, lots of exploring ports on foot 😂

  • @alexmurray6956
    @alexmurray6956 2 роки тому +1

    Never considered Marella but will based on this . Thank you

  • @TravelswiththeRussells
    @TravelswiththeRussells 2 роки тому +1

    Fab vlog thanks for sharing 👍

  • @jonathaninglis
    @jonathaninglis 2 роки тому +2

    This vid is amazing. Going in a few months for two weeks. Goodbye 28” jeans 😂😂

  • @allanconnon7795
    @allanconnon7795 Рік тому +1

    Just back from a 2 week cruise and the main restaurant was excellent food and service 100% market food hall has defo been affected and the meals were not as good as they were on a previous cruise.

  • @dugaldheminsley
    @dugaldheminsley Рік тому +1

    excellent review thanks guys

  • @djgoldthing7166
    @djgoldthing7166 Рік тому

    Great video, as always. One question, on standard all Inc. Is lemonade free on it's own or as a mixer,? as I can't see it on any of the menu's shown on UA-cam.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Рік тому +1

      I’m so sorry but I don’t actually drink lemonade so it’s not something I remember. I’m sure it’ll be included either way though

  • @gregwarwick898
    @gregwarwick898 2 роки тому +1

    Do you get a set number of speciality restaurants to use? Our booking looks a little confusing and I'm not sure if we get two during our stay because we have booked the Royal suite.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 роки тому +1

      None were included in our package. We weren’t in a suite so maybe different?

  • @theblessedblackwoman
    @theblessedblackwoman 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Jamie, thanks for your videos. I was wandering what was the entertainment like? I am trying to book a last minute cruise with them on the 27th October 22 from Dubrovnik. Its either Morella or NORweigean Dawn which leaves on the 25th October 22 to greek Islands and south of france. I want a ship with good entertainment as I'm travelling solo. I also love adult only and be around people who are dressed up a bit. What do you think? I'm not a big eater or drinker. I like people watching and as much entertainment as possible. Ohh, Im travelling solo.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 роки тому +1

      I’m not so interested in the entertainment as we are both foodies and prefer bars with musicians. People seem to really enjoy the entertainment though. No, it’s a casual ship so whilst dine dress up, many don’t. Again, it’s not something that’s important to us.

  • @jonathanpage7710
    @jonathanpage7710 2 роки тому +5

    Just been on Marella Discovery 2. I found the food to be very bland and frequently tasteless. The exception would be the surf n turf restaurant where you paid extra. That was well worth it. I’ve been on several cruises and experienced many cruise lines….but Tui was by far the worst as regards food.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 роки тому +1

      What a shame! We had the opposite experience to you!

    • @stephensherry5197
      @stephensherry5197 Рік тому

      A friend has just come back from a Marella and said the same. He said the food was very bland.
      Maybe it differs from ship to ship.
      He also said that most of the food was served to you and not self service apart from the buffet.
      Maybe potion control.

  • @imnotbeingfunnybut9448
    @imnotbeingfunnybut9448 2 роки тому +1

    Nom nom nom! Looks good!

  • @lesliebaldwin5645
    @lesliebaldwin5645 Рік тому

    I’d have liked to see a list of what’s included at the end inc. drinks, and dress to impress?

  • @93dc88
    @93dc88 Рік тому +1

    I'm thinking of booking on this ship for the beginning of 2024 but I'm concerned there's nowhere to have a drink outside of a night any idea if there's any bars outside?

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Рік тому +2

      Yes, outdoor bars too. Did you check out my vlogs in the series? I show all the venues / outdoor areas too

    • @93dc88
      @93dc88 Рік тому +1

      @@TravelBlogJamie fantastic cheers you've sealed it for us 😂

  • @Warriorbox
    @Warriorbox 2 роки тому +1

    Very impressed with your Spanish Accent. It all looks delish,.

  • @craigbryan9402
    @craigbryan9402 2 роки тому +1

    Great video what cruise line is your favourite 🤔

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 роки тому

      Thank you! I’m the biggest fan of Cunard and Disney - couldn’t be more different but love both!

    • @craigbryan9402
      @craigbryan9402 2 роки тому +1

      @@TravelBlogJamie thanks for the reply we are trying Disney magic for the first time as we generally use p&o

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 роки тому +1

      @@craigbryan9402 oh I love Disney magic - the service we received was top notch

  • @michalabakes9174
    @michalabakes9174 Рік тому

    I really want to do a cruise this year....all inclusive is it table service? Also did do any shore excursions, how much were they just a rough idea, also do they take cash...I have so many questions lol

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Рік тому

      Table service yes. Excursions - costs differ wildly. Ours to Lake Bled was £80 each.

  • @craigmilne5453
    @craigmilne5453 Рік тому

    Booked for June 2023. In the video mentioned had to pay in restaurant we're they not included in all inclusive package.

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Рік тому

      Hi. Which restaurant are you referring to in the video? There are a few speciality restaurants which come with a surcharge. Main dining room, buffet, outdoor grills and the Italian are included in cruise fare.

  • @tinawebber8223
    @tinawebber8223 2 роки тому +1

    Got to love a good old trifle in a glass!! It all looks very nice 👌 maybe yet another cruise company to try!! Thanks you are gonna cost me a fortune 😂

  • @allthethreestravel
    @allthethreestravel 2 роки тому

    Our Sausage Muncher likes the look of the buffet sausages! P&O’s breakfast of pancakes, sausage and bacon will take some beating in his eyes though 😂

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 роки тому +1

      Maffoo said they were good lil sausages and he’s fussy 😂 Sausage muncher knows best, though…

    • @eirlyswilliams896
      @eirlyswilliams896 Рік тому

      Food lovely on the Marcella 2 try the fish and chips from the snack shack went back forty years crispy batter flaky white fish maybe someone needs to give them a best fish and chips award 11:43 ❤

  • @sallymckeown9694
    @sallymckeown9694 2 роки тому +1

    Travelled on this ship in may something for everybody couldn’t really fault it 😀

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  2 роки тому

      Yes agreed on that - easy to find something that suits

  • @pauleneworrall3854
    @pauleneworrall3854 18 днів тому

    Used to cruise with marella for years food is basic on there good though classic drinks package included. A brand you can trust crew were always nice. Better cruise company than p&o anyday. Mind you hope they don't stop there juices in morning at 10.00am. Like p&o. We travel now have done few years now with celebrity.

  • @michaelthompson6885
    @michaelthompson6885 9 місяців тому

    Each Marella ship is quite unique with their dining.

  • @michaelthompson6885
    @michaelthompson6885 9 місяців тому

    P.S The sushi restaurant on Explorer is the same standard as London restaurants.

  • @kathleennuttall4203
    @kathleennuttall4203 Рік тому +1

    Yes

  • @ewenwalker7740
    @ewenwalker7740 Місяць тому

    It has not changed the grub is manic

  • @GiantmanUK
    @GiantmanUK 8 місяців тому

    Bit too much background noise for me otherwise good review

  • @margarettaylor5855
    @margarettaylor5855 Рік тому +1

    Yes, it really is that bad!

  • @justarandomkid672
    @justarandomkid672 6 місяців тому

    Hi

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  6 місяців тому

      👋

    • @justarandomkid672
      @justarandomkid672 6 місяців тому

      @@TravelBlogJamie If you haven't already, a place I recommend you visit is Coral Reef Waterworld in Bracknell.

  • @peterlee6745
    @peterlee6745 Рік тому

    Your VERY CRITICAL of FOOD ON Ship .Think U Better Get a REAL JOB ?

    • @TravelBlogJamie
      @TravelBlogJamie  Рік тому +3

      So teaching is not a real job? I’ve been a teacher for 25 years. And by the way, it’s ‘you’re’, not ‘your’. Meat sandwich…