New All Inclusive Cruise Calculator from Marella Helps UK Travellers Compare Holiday Costs
(IN SHORT) Marella Cruises reports that although more than 60% of UK travellers intend to vacation abroad this summer, 20% feel priced out by the cost of living. To aid decision-making, the company has released a free All Inclusive Cruise Calculator that itemises every component—flights, meals, drinks, transfers, entertainment, gratuities, and service fees—into one clear price. The survey reveals widespread uncertainty about package inclusions, with 62% unclear on all-inclusive benefits, 51% unaware flights are covered, and 71% surprised transfers are included. The tool has earned endorsements from travel influencer Chelsea Dickensen and Marella’s MD Chris Hackney, who emphasize its role in transparent pricing. Marella Cruises operates five ships and holds leading industry recommendations from Which? and Good Housekeeping.
(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 2025-Jul-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Marella Cruises, the ocean cruise division of TUI UK & Ireland, has discovered that while over six in ten Brits are planning an overseas trip this summer, one fifth say rising living costs are deterring them. In response, the line has unveiled its complimentary All Inclusive Cruise Calculator—an online resource designed to demystify package pricing and reveal the real savings of an all-inclusive voyage.
The intuitive calculator breaks down every cost element—round-trip flights, all onboard meals and beverages, transfers to and from port, entertainment, gratuities, and service charges—into a single transparent figure. This clarity comes at an opportune moment: just 22% of holiday-makers believe cruises offer the best value for money, yet 46% admit they’d be more interested if they could easily compare total costs with other holiday types.
Survey findings show considerable confusion around what “all-inclusive” covers. Nearly two-thirds (62%) of respondents don’t know all-inclusive packages include essential services; 51% were unaware flights are included in the fare, and 71% did not realise transfers are standard practice.
Chelsea Dickensen, known online as the ‘Cheap Holiday Expert,’ applauds the new tool: “Interest in hassle-free breaks is up 60% year-on-year, and cruise bookings are set to exceed pre-pandemic highs—forecast at 37.1 million passengers in 2025. But rising package costs, up 4.2% on 2024, mean hidden extras can be a nasty surprise. Marella’s calculator gives travellers a clear picture of what they’re paying for—and what they’re saving.”
Chris Hackney, Managing Director of Marella Cruises, adds, “We built this calculator to show our commitment to straightforward pricing. By packaging flights, accommodation, transfers, dining, entertainment, and tips into one upfront fare, we eliminate guesswork and hidden fees. We hope it encourages first-time cruisers to consider our five-ship fleet for their next getaway.”
Marella’s fleet includes Discovery, Discovery 2, Explorer, Explorer 2, and the newly launched Voyager. The line—ranked third in the UK—offers all-inclusive service as standard and holds Which?’s Ocean Cruise Recommended provider title (since February 2023) as well as Good Housekeeping’s Reader Recommended accolade for onboard service (since 2019).
MARELLA CRUISES
Marella Cruises is part of TUI UK and Ireland and TUI Group. It is the third largest cruise line in the UK. As of 1 June 2023, there are five ships in the Marella Cruises fleet, Marella Discovery, Marella Discovery 2, Marella Explorer, Marella Explorer 2 and the newest ship to the fleet, Marella Voyager. Marella Cruises offers its customers all-inclusive as standard with all tips and service charges included, customers enjoy an unrivalled level of service and award-winning entertainment. Marella Cruises has also received accolades in Which? as recommended provider for Ocean Cruises since Feb 2023 and Good Housekeeping Reader Recommended for onboard service since 2019.
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SOURCE: TUI Group
