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Explorer of the Seas

 

The Explorer of the Seas is one of the World's  largest ships and features a Rock Climbing Wall, Ice Skating Rink, Miniature Golf and the Royal Promenade - a street, 4 decks high that runs through the center of the ship lined with shops and Cafes. The Explorer of the Seas will be offering alternating 9-Day Western Caribbean, Eastern Caribbean and 5-Day Bermuda Cruises. During the winter months, she will conduct longer Caribbean cruises from Cape Liberty, Bayonne, New Jersey.

Royal Caribbean is very kid friendly and has an extensive kids program. My children (6 and 9 years old) enjoyed the kids program so much they were begging me to stay longer at midnight. After 10 PM there is a nominal charge for the kids program, but well worth it. Per diems on Royal Caribbean are somewhat higher than those found on NCL and Carnival, but not quite as high as the cruise lines contained in our "Premium" category. Dining on board is traditional with limited choices of alternative restaurants. Overall a good quality cruise with many activities. Royal Caribbean sailings depart from Cape Liberty, Bayonne New Jersey.

Statistics Explorer of the Seas
Photo Voyager of the Seas - Courtesy of Royal Caribbean
Gross Tonnage 138,000
Length 1,020 feet
Beam 157.5 feet
Cruising Speed 22 knots
Guest Capacity (Double Occupancy) 3,114
Total Staff 1,185
Registry Bahamas

*Statistics before refit. Photo Courtesy of RCCL.

Amenities Found on Board a Traditional Cruise.

In the paragraphs above references are made to the traditional amenities found aboard a cruise vessel. Below are some of items common across cruise vessels.

Pool(s) Hot Tub(s) Spa Dining Room(s)
Theater Show Room(s) Casino Exercise Room
Bars Shops Purser's Office Room Service
Elevators Library (Found on most ships) Meals in the Main Restaurant & Buffet Entertainment

 

 

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