‘Marella’ means ‘shining sea’ in Celtic and beautifully captures who we are and what we do. We sail to over 140 ports around the world, so – whether it’s tropical islands or culture-crammed coastal towns – there’s something new over every horizon. We’ve got two decades of sailing under our belt, and we combine TUI’s vast experience in holidays with our warm, friendly cruising expertise. Here are some more reasons to sail with us…
Reasons to choose a Marella Cruises holiday
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Package refund guarantee
Money back within 14 days if we cancel.* Plus, ABTA and ATOL protection. *Ts&Cs apply.
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TUI Care Foundation
We’re proud to support the work of the TUI Care Foundation – you can donate when you book.
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Flexible payment options
Manage your payments in a way that suits you.
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Trust in TUI
We're there for you throughout your holiday – and we always bring you home.
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Marella Cruises service
Our onboard team are there for you 24/7 during your sailing.
What makes a Marella Cruises holiday special?
With you every step of the way
We’re part of TUI – the world’s biggest travel group. Our end-to-end service means we’re the only UK cruise line to take care of everything. Plus, our 24/7 TUI Guest Experience Centre, TUI reps and onboard crews ensure we’re with you all the way. To top it all off, we make it easy to book – in our nationwide TUI Stores, online or on the phone.
Your home from home
On a Marella Cruises sailing, you’ll always find a warm and welcoming atmosphere from the moment you step onboard. Our friendly staff will remember your name, as well as your favourite cocktail. In fact, we've been endorsed with the Good Housekeeping Reader Recommended stamp of approval. A massive 90% of our customers said the service was very good or excellent – and were impressed by how staff recognised them on a return visit.
Variety all-round
You can explore over 140 destinations on our five ships – from Mediterranean beaches to big-hitting US cities. We focus on getting you to the destinations you love, which means fewer days at sea. And to make the most of your time in port, you can pick from our huge line-up of shore excursions that have been tried and tested by our expert guides. You can even pair your sailing with a stint in one of more than 200 handpicked hotels with our Cruise & Stay holidays.
All Inclusive as standard
All of our cruises are All Inclusive as standard, so you won’t have to worry about budgeting onboard. Flights, transfers, luggage, food, drinks and tips are all part of the package. Plus, there’s a huge choice of dining options, from buffet places and grab-and-go spots to waiter-service restaurants. And, you’ll never be bored on our ships, as daily entertainment and a range of activities are included, too.
Onboard entertainment
On the entertainment front, you can look forward to the likes of West End-style shows, live music, sail-away parties and pub quizzes. Kids’ clubs and child-friendly entertainment will keep youngsters happy, while adults can pick from things like sports classes and spa sessions.
See more ashore
We keep sea days to a minimum, so you’ll have more time to experience the best of what our destinations have to offer. You can go out on your own, or book one of our hassle-free shore excursions – all of which have been tried and tested by our expert guides. You can book them on the Marella Cruise Control website after you’ve booked your cruise.
Watch our handy video to learn more about life onboard our cruise ships.