This is a sponsored post for Marella Cruises.
As the winter chill sets in, many of us find comfort in planning a sun-soaked escape. But the thing is, it’s often better to get ahead, and actually plan your winter holiday further in advance – rather than waiting for a reminder of the cold and dreary weather.
While it’s tempting to focus solely on next summer’s plans during the warmer months, it’s also wise to look even further ahead and consider booking a winter cruise for 2025/26. Here are five compelling reasons to secure your Marella cruise holiday early.
Take your pick from a fantastic range of winter 2025/26 cruises
Amazing value with drinks, tips, flights, overseas transfers & more included!
Low deposit options
One of the most appealing aspects of booking early with Marella Cruises is the opportunity to secure your dream holiday with a low deposit.
This means you can lock in your preferred cruise and cabin without having to pay the full amount upfront. You don’t have to spend big to secure the cruise of your dreams!
It’s a cost-effective way to plan ahead and ensures you’ve got your winter getaway sorted with minimal initial outlay.
More time to budget
Booking your cruise well in advance gives you the luxury of time when it comes to managing your finances.
Rather than scrambling to pay off a last-minute booking, you can spread the cost over several months. This makes it much easier to manage your budget and allows for more financial flexibility leading up to your departure date.
The great thing about choosing Marella is that, outside the standard cruise fare, there’s not a lot else that you’ll need to budget for. So much is included as standard!
The things you might want to pay extra for include:
- Upgrading your included drinks to the premium package
- WiFi
- Speciality dining
- Excursions and souvenirs
- Getting to and from your local airport
- Laundry on the ship, if you’re looking at longer cruises or prefer to pack light
But that’s essentially it for most cruisers. And aside from UK transfers, they’re all optional costs as well. Marella’s packages already include a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and a great range of dining venues. You can rely on free WiFi in most ports of call if you go looking for it, and you don’t need to pay for excursions if you’re happy exploring on your own or just relaxing on the ship.
However, if you do want to pay for any of these, having more time to budget for them means it’s all just a lot more relaxed.
Best cruise and cabin availability
Marella Cruises’ itineraries are extremely popular, and the best dates and cabins get snapped up quickly. By booking early, you ensure you have the widest selection of cruises and cabins to choose from.
Whether you’re dreaming of a balcony cabin overlooking the sparkling sea or a luxurious suite for a special occasion, early booking gives you the best chance to secure your ideal accommodation.
And there are so many fantastic cruises to choose from for the Winter 2025/26 season! Take your pick from sailings around the Caribbean or head south to the Canary Islands – each cruise is packed with fantastic ports to explore, beautiful beaches where you can soak up the sun, and plenty of exciting excursions and activities to try.
More time to get excited!
A cruise holiday is an incredible experience, but part of the fun is the build-up. Knowing you have a special holiday to look forward to can really lift your spirits, and by booking winter cruises far in advance, you’ve got plenty of time for that excitement to build and build.
Don’t worry – when you cruise with Marella, you won’t be let down by the experience once it’s finally time to board, no matter how much you’ve built it up in your head! If anything, it’ll wow you even more than you expected!
Great deals
Another reason to book your cruise as early as possible is to take advantage of some fantastic deals. There are some amazing prices available for you if you book now across many of the best itineraries, so you can lock in your price by securing your booking with that low deposit.
Remember that every Marella package includes return flights and overseas transfers too, as well as your dining, drinks, tips and more. The fares offer stunning value when you add it all up!
Plus, check out your options for extending your cruise with a hotel stay. You could get a fantastic price for the ultimate holiday that offers the best of both worlds.
Don’t ignore winter 2024/25 yet!
Of course, while it’s great to plan ahead and secure that winter 2025/26 cruise booking now, it’s not too late to nab a fantastic deal on winter 2024/25 either.
Although you may not have as much time to spread the cost, you can find some fantastic late deals still available on both sides of the Atlantic, and then you’ll have something to look forward to in the relatively near future as well!
Why not treat yourself and book one for this winter, and book early for next winter? The best of both worlds!
Final word
I love winter cruises, and think they’re a great time to sail and soak up some sunshine. Choosing to book a cruise with Marella is a fantastic way to enjoy British-style cruising in a tropical setting, without having to worry about all the extras you need to pay for separately with other cruise lines.
And there are lots of reasons to secure your cruise in advance, so why not start your planning now and give yourself an amazing cruise with Marella to look forward to?
Take your pick from a fantastic range of winter 2025/26 cruises
Amazing value with drinks, tips, flights, overseas transfers & more included!
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Jenni Fielding is the founder of Cruise Mummy. She has worked in the cruise industry since 2015 and has taken over 30 cruises. Now, she helps over 1 million people per month to plan their perfect cruise holidays.
