Marco Polo

Originally built in 1965, the Marco Polo has had a long and illustrious history, building up a strong following and reputation in the British market, offering the refined cruising to wonderful destinations.

Carrying just 820 guests, Marco Polo is a ‘child free’ ship, operating exclusively for adult passengers from her home port at the London Cruise Terminal in Tilbury.

The team at Cruise & Maritime ensure that their fleet is regularly rebuilt and refurbished to offer cruise passengers a wide range of public facilities and modern amenities. Just some of these facilities and services include; stylish restaurants, impressive bars and lounges, nightly entertainment, a relaxing treatment room, a fully-stocked library, a swimming pool and whirlpools, a fitness centre and even a shopping arcade. With so much to see and do on this ship, you are free to spend your days as you wish.

Accommodation

There are 15 different types of cabins to choose, both indoor and outdoor, and each has been graded according to size and deck position. Depending on your chosen cabin, some of the amenities you will find include; a bathroom with shower, a mirrored dressing table, television, music system, a personal safe, wardrobes, a sitting area and comfortable twin beds. 

Dining

The two main restaurants on the Marco Polo are the Waldorf Restaurant and Marco’s Restaurant, each serving the finest cuisine within comfortable surroundings. For something a little more casual, such as chips, burgers, pizza, salad and seafood, you can also grab a bite to eat at the poolside.

Leisure

There are plenty of activities aboard the MS Marco Polo to keep you busy all day long. You can take part in a table tennis tournament, or just play for fun, take a leisurely dip in the swimming pool, have a go at shuffleboard, treat yourself to a bargain in the shopping gallery, send your friends and family an e-postcard in the internet café, play a game of cards in the card table room or head to the fully equipped gym and aerobics centre for a workout session.

Entertainment

There are plenty of bars and lounges around the ship, all with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Each plays host to exceptional entertainment whether it be live music, bands or cabaret. You can choose from; Palm Garden, Captains Club, Scott’s Bar, Columbus Lounge, Marco Polo Lounge and Poolside Bar.

Relaxation

The Jade Wellness Centre is ideal for pampering yourself with the various treatments they have on offer at this marvellous spa. You can treat yourself to a massage and beauty facial or even get a new hairstyle in the on-board hairdressers and barber shop.

Family

This is a child free ship, as it is tailored towards adults who enjoy a peaceful and relaxing cruise, so you will not see children on-board the ship.

Medical & Accessibility

There is a medical centre on-board fully stocked with everything that you may need in case of an emergency and there is always a doctor and nurse on call 24 hours. Marco Polo ensures that she accommodates wheelchair users with wider corridors and wheelchair friendly cabins.

Facts & Figures

This ship has a guest capacity of 820, a length of 578ft and a gross tonnage of 22,080. Her maiden voyage was 2008 and she cruises to a speed of 16knots/18mph.