Are Marella Cruises all inclusive?

Marella Cruises are 'all inclusive' as standard but it is important to note that this doesn't include all drinks. In the Marella Cruises All Inclusive fare, you can receive a range of hot drinks, soft drinks, cocktails, mocktails, beers and wines with premium drinks being charged as extra individually.



Yes, Marella Cruises (operated by TUI) are all-inclusive as standard in 2026. This means your base fare covers not only your cabin but also meals in at least six different onboard eateries, a wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (including cocktails, beer, and house wine), and all gratuities and service charges. For 2026 sailings, the standard package includes drinks from 10:00 AM to 2:00 AM daily. If you want even more variety, you can upgrade to the Premium All-Inclusive package, which adds premium branded spirits (like Bombay Sapphire or Jack Daniel's), specialty coffees from The Coffee Port, and a wider selection of bottled juices. This all-inclusive model is a high-value differentiator for Marella, as it eliminates the "bill shock" often associated with other lines where tips and drinks can double the trip's cost. Families and couples find this particularly beneficial for budgeting their Mediterranean or Caribbean adventures without constantly reaching for their keycards.

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In most cases, all inclusive cruise packages are ones that allow you to pay one price for the accommodations, meals, most non-alcoholic beverages. It also covers onboard entertainment as well as taxes and port fees. Depending on how you booked your cruise, it may also include airfare and hotel reservations.

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Is food included on a cruise? You do not have to pay for food on a cruise – but you might want to. Unless you're sailing on an all-inclusive luxury cruise ship, you'll find two types of restaurants on board a cruise ship: free venues and extra-charge, specialty restaurants.

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The main dining room and cruise ship buffet will always be included in your cruise fare, though a few specialty items might cost extra. Most upscale or sit-down specialty restaurants incur an extra fee, either a flat cover charge or a la carte pricing per item.

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As a reminder, meals in the main dining room and buffet, water and juice from buffet or pool-area dispensers, select fitness classes and use of the gym, kids and teens facilities, some onboard workshops and seminars, the main pools, most entertainment and your room are included in the price you pay for your cruise.

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Many people suggest $100 per day, and this has generally worked well for me in my cruising experiences. Here are some guidelines to help you decide how much money to bring on a cruise.

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As part of the cruise price, there is always complimentary food of many types and flavors. Drinks included are tap water, some juices and iced tea on most lines; everything else typically costs extra. Coffee and tea are complimentary, but you'll need to pay for specialty coffee beverages.

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Happy with my 1st cruise. The cabin was a good size. The food was good although it was a nightmare to get in the specialist restaurants. The shows were good and the entertainment.

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So how much money do you need? The answer to this question varies a lot by person, their travel habits, spending preferences, length of the cruise and destination. Many people suggest $100 per day, and this has generally worked well for me in my cruising experiences, but there are a lot of variables to consider.

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Most veteran cruisers recommend that you budget between £75-£100 per day for other costs. You can cut back on spending and reduce your budget. However, you're probably going to need at least £50 a day. So, once you've booked your cruise, you'll want to set aside around £350-£700 for other costs.

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Free Food on Cruises: Meals are free of charge in cruise ship main dining rooms, buffets and select specialty venues such as Princess' International Cafe, Carnival's Blue Iguana Cantina and Guy's Burger Joint, Royal Caribbean's Park Cafe and Boardwalk Dog House and Norwegian's O'Sheehan's.

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Some of the most luxurious cruise lines offer some or all drinks free of charge. Cruise lines such as Silversea, Seabourn, and Regent Seven Seas are some that provide passengers with all-inclusive beverage service.

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