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
- 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