Marella Cruises All Inclusive: What Is Included in 2026? The Complete UK Guide
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If you’re eyeing up a 2026 sailing and wondering exactly what Marella’s All Inclusive includes (and what it doesn’t), this is your definitive guide—written for UK travellers who prefer pounds to dollars and straight answers over small print. To apply those inclusions to one ship, read the Marella Discovery 2 review for 2026, which separates the published standard package from chargeable dining and upgrades.
On Marella Cruises in 2026, All Inclusive typically covers: a broad list of alcoholic and soft drinks by the glass, dining in main restaurants and buffets, included snacks, entertainment (shows, live music), most activities, gym access, and all tips/service charges. You’ll pay extra for: premium-branded drinks and cocktails not on the included list (unless you upgrade), speciality dining cover charges, Wi‑Fi, shore excursions, spa treatments, room service, bottled water/cans, laundry and some coffees/gelato. Flights and transfers are usually included with Marella’s fly‑cruise packages, but check your specific booking.
Marella’s All Inclusive is genuinely generous for a mainstream line. Unlike most big-brand cruise lines that make you add a drinks package and daily gratuities, Marella includes a solid drinks list and all service charges as standard. In practice, that means you could step onboard, drink and dine very well, watch a West‑End‑style show nightly, and leave without a surprise bill—unless you opt for extras like speciality dining, Wi‑Fi, or premium coffees and spirits.
Yes. One of Marella’s biggest perks is that tips (service charges) are included in the fare. There’s no daily per‑person service charge added to your account, and there’s no expectation to add gratuities to bar or restaurant bills unless you wish to for exceptional service.
Many cruise lines add £10–£18 per person, per day in service charges on top of cruise fares. On a 7‑night cruise for two, that can be £140–£250. Marella’s inclusive approach makes budgeting simple and transparent for UK travellers.
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