Sep
2019
Marella Explorer Electric Sunsets 90s Weekender Mini Cruise – 1st September 2019
I grew up in the 90s, an era when many classic club anthems were born.
Now party goers can sail on a special North Sea mini cruise from Newcastle to Southampton with special DJ sets and guest appearances.
Oh no, the ship has sailed on this cruise
Sorry, the ship has sailed on this mini cruise and I'm sure it was a blast! Never mind though, there are plenty more mini cruises to choose from.
About this cruise
Sailing from Newcastle on the beautiful Marella Explorer, passengers will enjoy three nights of non-stop fun on this music-fuelled cruise.
Marella Explorer is the latest addition to the Marella Cruises fleet and it is such a lovely mid-sized cruise ship. The classy contemporary décor is a great backdrop for a Northern European cruise, and the Champneys spa is a must after all that partying!
This is an adults-only cruise. TUI is only accepting bookings for passengers aged 16+.
The line-up has yet to be announced but you can be assured of a great set list, with top names from the 1990s.
This is an all-inclusive cruise so includes main meals, selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and gratuities. That means no nasty surprise bills at the end. You can, if you wish, purchase meals in speciality restaurants or premium beverages at an additional cost on board.
That's the action taken care of, but what about the stops? This cruise sails from Newcastle on Sunday and heads straight for party central at Amsterdam on Monday, docking nearby in Ijmuiden. You'll have the day to chill out in Amsterdam's bars, restaurants, or cafes. Take in some culture at one of many museums and galleries, or take a must-do canal cruise. Amsterdam has a thriving shopping scene so you might want to check this out too.
Tuesday's port of call is Zeebrugge, a short distance from the small romantic city of Bruges. Walk through the large green park, hop aboard a horse-drawn carriage, enjoy another canal cruise, or sample some of Belgium's finest beers. Bruges also has its fair share of churches and museums, and in terms of shopping, it is a chocolate Mecca.
The party draws to a close that night and on Wednesday morning you'll end the cruise in Southampton.
This is a repositional cruise that starts in Newcastle and ends in Southampton. I've had a look and can't see a cruise line arranged option to return back to Newcastle. However, Southampton train station has link to London and beyond, and there's also a coach station for bus travel north. Bear in mind you might need to pre-book your onward travel and also remember to allow enough time to disembark the ship and get to the train/coach station.
This action-packed 90's themed mini cruise will be one to remember, and combines sightseeing with incredible parties and plenty of fun and games. It's an adults-only cruise so expect more grown-up shenanigans in the many bars and lounges onboard.
The Route
The itinerary for this mini cruise is:
| Day | Date | Port | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunday 1st September 2019 | Newcastle | 4pm |
| 2 | Monday 2nd September 2019 | Ijmuiden (for Amsterdam) | 10am to 7pm |
| 3 | Tuesday 3rd September 2019 | Zeebrugge (for Bruges) | 8am to 5pm |
| 4 | Wednesday 4th September 2019 | Southampton | 6am |
Why choose this taster cruise?
- 3 nights on Marella Cruises' Discovery cruise ship
- Departs on Sunday 1st September 2019
- Sail from Newcastle and arrive back in Southampton
- Enjoy Amsterdam and Bruges on this 90's themed cruise
So you know, the map above shows point-to-point lines which may cross land. Don't worry, your cruise ship will not sprout legs and run across dry land. Instead it's water all the way! Mapping is approximate, and the scheduled times are estimates. Your trip is subject to change as, occasionally, operators have to alter itineraries due to bad weather or unforeseen events.
The Price
Oh no, the ship has sailed on this cruise
Sorry, the ship has sailed on this mini cruise and I'm sure it was a blast! Never mind though, there are plenty more mini cruises to choose from.
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