Research by Marella Cruises, TUI UK&I’s ocean cruise line, has revealed that over 60%[1] of the nation is planning a summer holiday abroad this year, yet the cost of living is on the nation’s mind as one in five (20%) of Brits admit it’s stopping them booking an abroad getaway. Read more…
Marella Cruises has launched its newest gastropub concept restaurant, Piccadilly’s, across the entire fleet of ships, which will be available within the all-inclusive offering from June 2025. Piccadilly’s, the third new restaurant to launch in the main dining areas across all ships, brings guests a relaxed British dining experience with Read more…
Marella Cruises, TUI’s UK cruise line, has announced new cruises for winter 2026 featuring some first-time visits and long-awaited return ports of call including La Goulette (for Tunis), Tunisia; Vigo (for Santiago de Compostela), Spain; Lexios (for Porto), Portugal and Tangier, Morocco. All winter 2026 sailings will go on sale Read more…
With ‘Mission Impossible – The Final Reckoning’ set to hit UK cinemas in May 2025, TUI and Marella Cruises have highlighted some of the filming locations to explore ahead of the franchise’s latest instalment. Shot in the stunning Mediterranean landscapes of Malta and the lush green canyons of South Africa, Read more…
New research conducted by Marella Cruises, TUI UK&I’s ocean cruise line, has revealed a definitive list of signs you are ready for heading abroad or stepping onto to that glorious cruise, with spending hours Googling things to do (41 percent), getting your suitcase out, even though you don’t leave for Read more…
Marella Cruises and hotel logistics services partner, Apollo Group are trialling new reusable coffee cup trial onboard Marella Explorer to support TUI’s commitment to the Global Tourism Plastics Initiative. The three-month trial will start in April 2025 where 2,500 reusable coffee cups and lids will be stocked onboard at The Read more…
Marella Cruises, TUI’s UK cruise line, has announced more headline acts including Pussycat Dolls’ icon Kimberly Wyatt and HipHop and RnB group, Big Brovaz for its ‘Electric Sunsets 90s vs 00s cruise’ in November 2025. The themed cruise is proving as popular as ever, there’s still availability but cabins are Read more…
Marella Cruises, TUI UK&I’s ocean cruise line, has extended its current contract with RWS Global to supply the end-to-end entertainment onboard Marella Discovery and Marella Discovery 2 for three years, through to the end of October 2028. The current contract with RWS Global was extended after a five-month competitive pitch Read more…
Marella Cruises and Cleaner Seas Group are rolling out an industry first initiative in microfibres captured in all laundry systems across the fleet of the five ships by September 2025 after a successful six-month trial on Marella Explorer which showed that 99% of microfibres were captured. In May 2024, Marella Read more…
Marella Cruises has announced that January was its best sales performance month ever, marking a significant milestone in the cruise line’s history. January trade booking numbers have surged by a strong double-digit growth, while direct has also seen substantial growth. This achievement underscores their commitment to providing exceptional experiences and Read more…
This January saw Marella Cruises achieve its best weekend for passenger bookings during January 10-12, 2025. This period, sometimes dubbed the ‘Sunshine Weekend’, saw record-breaking passenger numbers, surpassing any other weekend in the line’s history. The success marks a significant milestone for Marella Cruises, indicating strong demand for their cruise Read more…
Marella Cruises has introduced its first immersive interactive gaming experience, Play Wall, aboard Marella Discovery 2. Play Wall is a complimentary activity available to guests who can reserve their spot through the onboard kiosk or via the Navigate app. Additionally, 370 cabins have been refurbished and have been unveiled. For Read more…