There is something special about the final week before a cruise. The excitement Suddenly becomes very real. After months of planning, researching ports and counting down the days, we’re now just seven days away from stepping on board Marella Explorer 2 and beginning our new adventure. This is the week where the holiday officially begins - at least in our minds. Seven days to go. The countdown is on, and the checklist comes out. It’s time to make sure everything is ready befor