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What was Tui Discovery 2 before?

By Olivia Bennett |

What was Tui Discovery 2 before?

Launched in 1995 as "Legend of the Seas", Marella Discovery 2 cruise ship (formerly "TUI Discovery 2") is one of the first Vision-class Royal Caribbean ships, with sister-vessels Vision, Grandeur, Enchantment, Rhapsody, and Splendour (now Marella Discovery).

Beside this, what was Marella Discovery 2 before?

Joining the fleet in summer 2017, the Marella Discovery 2, formerly sailing for Royal Caribbean as the Legend of the Seas, is the sister ship to the Marella Discovery.

Additionally, are there formal nights on Marella Discovery 2? We have one formal night a week on our cruises. On Marella Discovery, Marella Discovery 2, Marella Explorer and Marella Explorer 2 we've replaced the formal night with a more casual dress to impress night, it's still a great chance to get dressed up, but how dressy you go is completely up to you.

Similarly, it is asked, what was Marella Discovery 2 previously called?

Following the announcement on 9 October 2017, that Thomson Cruises would be renamed Marella Cruises, TUI Group also announced that TUI Discovery 2 would adopt the name Marella Discovery 2 at the end of October 2017. Marella Discovery 2 is the sister ship to Marella Discovery (formerly Splendour of the Seas).

What is the dress code on Tui discovery 2?

Marella Discovery 2 Dress CodeMale guests are requested to wear closed shoes, too. In the a la carte restaurants, a collared shirt and trousers plus closed shoes are also required -- but men do not have to wear ties.

Where is Discovery 2 ship now?

Current position of Marella Discovery 2
Marella Discovery 2 current location is at North East Atlantic Ocean (coordinates 50.89166 N / -1.39983 W) cruising en route to GB SOU.

Does Marella Discovery 2 have a laundry room?

Just back from holiday including cruise on discovery 2. You can pay to get laundry done, but there is no launderette that you can use yourself, which we have found on other cruise lines.

What is the difference between Marella discovery and discovery 2?

Marella Discovery 2 is the sister ship to Marella Discovery, which means it shares most of the same top-notch facilities. These include an outdoor cinema, a rock climbing wall and a minigolf course. Not to mention the two pools – one indoor and one outdoor – plus, seven restaurants and a spa.

Which is the best TUI ship?

Thomson Cruises' Tui Discovery won the accolade for the Best New Ship in the ocean liner category.

What drinks are included on Marella Discovery 2?

There are lots of wines, cocktails, mocktails, spirits, aperol & pimms and liqueurs, frozen cocktails such as Pina Cola, as well as speciality coffees and hot chocolate included (with Whippy cream and brandy!) all on the inclusive without having to pay for the premium package.

Are beach towels provided on TUI Cruises?

Will I need to bring towels? Feel free to leave your beach towel at home – both pool towels and bath towels are provided for you. If you need any more during your stay, just ask your Cabin Steward.

How many decks does Marella Discovery 2 have?

Legend of the Seas / TUI Discovery 2 / Marella Discovery 2 cruise ship deck plan has a total of 915 staterooms for 1832 passengers (max capacity is 2198 guests), served by 730 crew/staff. The ship has 10 passenger accessible decks, 8 lounges, and bars, 2 swimming pools, 4 jacuzzies, 11 elevators.

Is WiFi free on Marella cruises?

Yes, Marella Explorer has various designated Wi-Fi zones where you will be able to access the internet. This will however come at a charge, those of which can be found out at reception. Any cost of using the onboard Wi-Fi will be charged to your cabin.

Is there WiFi on Marella discovery?

Is there Wi-Fi onboard Marella Explorer? Yes, Marella Explorer has various designated Wi-Fi zones where you will be able to access the internet. This will however come at a charge, those of which can be found out at reception. Any cost of using the onboard Wi-Fi will be charged to your cabin.

How old is the Marella discovery?

Marella Discovery
History
Launched:June 17, 1995
Christened:March 1996
Maiden voyage:March 31, 1996
In service:March 31, 1996 (as Splendour of the Seas) June 11, 2016 (as TUI Discovery)

Is there free WiFi on Marella Discovery 2?

You can use their complimentary WiFi .

Is there free WiFi on TUI cruise ships?

We have internet lounges on all of our ships, as well as designated Wi-Fi zones. Internet access is charged to your cabin account at the rate advertised on board. If you're pairing your cruise with a stay in one of our hotels, we'll let you know which places have free Wi-Fi - just look out for the special logo.

Are pool towels provided on Marella cruises?

No – both pool towels and bath towels are provided for you. If you need any more during your stay, just ask your Cabin Steward.

Is it worth it to pay for a balcony on a cruise?

A balcony may absolutely be worth it to you, but probably not if these are your primary reasons: 1) You're looking for a place to smoke. You can't smoke on cruise ship balconies. Guest demand has made most areas on most ships non-smoking, but in this case the reason is largely safety.

Is there set dining times on Marella cruises?

3) Are there set dining times on any of the Marella Cruise ships? All our ships' restaurants offer open dining, except for formal nights, when there are two fixed sittings. We recommend you book a specific time in the a la carte restaurants - you can do this when you arrive onboard by contacting reception.

Are toiletries provided on Marella cruises?

Will I need to bring toiletries? We include a small bottle of shower gel, but beyond that you'll need to bring your own toiletries. If you forget anything, or don't fancy lugging everything with you, then the onboard shop sells anything you might need, from hairbrushes and tweezers to toothpaste and paracetamol.

Does the Marella Discovery 2 have WiFi?

Yes, Marella Discovery 2 has various designated Wi-Fi zones onboard. You can find out more information about these at reception plus charge costs. Any costs of using the onboard Wi-Fi will be charged to your onboard account.

Can you wear jeans on a Marella cruise?

3) Is there a dress code onboard my Marella Cruise? Put your sportswear away, and opt for trousers, smart tailored shorts or a skirt or dress, a shirt or polo shirt and smart shoes, so no trainers or flip flops.

Do Marella cruises have black tie nights?

Do Marella Cruises Have Formal Nights? Yes. Once a week there is a formal night of sorts, this is often called the dress to impress night and provides an opportunity for guests to dress up should they want to. They dress code doesn't apply to all restaurants and guests not wanting to take part don't have to.

Are there formal evenings on Marella cruises?

There is one formal night per cruise and, despite Marella Cruises operating more relaxed dress codes, passengers still like to dress up. On formal nights, men require a dinner jacket or tuxedo and women a cocktail or evening dress.

What do you wear on a TUI cruise at night?

In the evening, you'll need to follow the smart casual dress code. For men, that means full-length trousers and a polo or open-necked shirt – but on Marella Discovery 1 and Marella Discovery 2, and Marella Explorer 1 and Marella Explorer 2, you can swap trousers for smart tailored shorts.

Is there a formal night on Tui discovery 2?

It usually takes place on the evening of the day at sea. On Marella Discovery, Marella Discovery 2, Marella Explorer and Marella Explorer 2 we've replaced the formal night with a more casual dress to impress night, it's still a great chance to get dressed up, but how dressy you go is completely up to you.

Can I use my cell phone on a cruise?

To use your cell phone on your cruise, you have two options — either connect to the ship's cellular service or connect to the ship's wi-fi. Both will cost you extra. Today's modern cruise ships use services such as “Cellular at Sea” or “Wireless Maritime Services”. There are service providers for cell signal.

Do you get towels on a cruise?

For poolside and beachy ports, ships furnish the towels. You'll find them stashed by the pool, or handed out as you head off the ship.