Royal Caribbean Explorer of the Seas Cruise Reviews

4.5 / 5.0
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Great ship, sorting a few niggles would make it superb.
"Cruise director Elvis was good - Disco Inferno and Latin Fiesta particularly - but sometimes should let things go with the flow instead of interrupting and distracting from the music.The famous 'promenade' layout of RCI ships is here, as copied and improved upon by MSC recently, but the experience on Explorer is still very good...."Read More
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The Great, Good and Not So Good

Review for a Caribbean - Western Cruise on Explorer of the Seas

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DelrayCruisers2
First Time Cruiser • Age 70s

We had so much fun on Explorer Feb. 4th -9th sailing. What I enjoyed was the diversity of people on board. I love seeing little ones enjoying. The entertainer we booked to see playing in Schooner's, Perry Grant, could not be there last minute and I was so disappointed. David, who filled in, was a laugh and a half. And we were all surprised when fellow passenger asked to sing along and stole ...
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Sail Date: February 2024


My Royal Caribbean Explorer of the Seas Cruise

Review for a Caribbean - Eastern Cruise on Explorer of the Seas

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deansgmiller
10+ Cruises • Age 60s

Our recent Royal Caribbean Explorer of the Seas cruise was an unforgettable journey, filled with thrilling excursions, cultural immersion, and the luxurious comforts of the ship itself. Every detail, from the attentive service to the exciting destinations, contributed to an incredible experience that exceeded my expectations. From the moment we stepped on board, the dedicated crew made us feel ...
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Sail Date: January 2024

Traveled with disabled person


Not the best RC cruise I’ve experienced

Review for a Caribbean - Eastern Cruise on Explorer of the Seas

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40luv
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

I choose this cruise as it was a “sisters” cruise and the timeframe was perfect. Getting to embarkation was harrowing! I can’t blame RC but the port of Miami needs to seriously address the ingress /egress and congestion. It took an hour to go the 4 miles from the hotel to the port! We had the Key, so once we arrived- we quickly boarded. Lunch for Key in the MDR was just ok. I was ...
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Sail Date: January 2024

Cabin Type: Ocean View


Disappointing

Review for a Caribbean - Eastern Cruise on Explorer of the Seas

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Gerald Henry
10+ Cruises • Age 30s

The overall cruise was disappointing. I ordered room service almost everyday on the cruise ship and each time the food was cold. They give you leftover fries and wrap them in plastic after they warm it up. Room service took about an hour each time I ordered and food was still cold.. food selections are horrible.. no real restaurants besides the steak house. Beverage Drinks are made up for you ...
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Sail Date: December 2023


Great Adventure

Review for a Caribbean - Eastern Cruise on Explorer of the Seas

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KooperJ
First Time Cruiser • Age 60s

We were originally scheduled for February 2020 and again in 2021 but they were both cancelled due to COVID. Finally getting our itineraries together this time schedule worked perfectly. We enjoyed 99% of the trip. The staff was wonderful from customer service, room attendants, wait staff, spa personnel, and doctors all going out of their way to make it a joy. Great excursions and plenty to do ...
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Sail Date: December 2023


My first crossing

Review for a Transatlantic Cruise on Explorer of the Seas

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Marvinmor
10+ Cruises • Age 60s

After more than 50 cruises (even because I am a retired ship auditor), this was my first crossing, which we decided to take because my son-in-law is one of the ship's officers and my daughter and grandson were together on this trip. We boarded the ship at Rome-Civitavecchia and disembarked at Miami 13 days later. I've been on board this ship many times for shipboard audits and I know well ...
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Sail Date: October 2023


Exceptional Crossing

Review for a Transatlantic Cruise on Explorer of the Seas

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Babs960
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

We wanted to experience a few days in Rome before boarding the ship for our trip back to Miami. Ezplorer is one of our favorite ships. Perfect size and great service. Our favorite cruise director, Hello Clo and our favorite head waiter, Gianni were there to greet us when we boarded. We took early dining and had the best waiter and assistant waiter. Artha and Ayu--married from Bali. The lecture ...
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Sail Date: October 2023


Still a Beaut

Review for a Europe - Eastern Mediterranean Cruise on Explorer of the Seas

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etopoleski12
6-10 Cruises • Age 30s

I had seen a lot of reviews saying that Explorer of the Seas was outdated and needing of a refresh. However, we were overall very impressed with the ship as a whole. There were some scuffs and wind/sun damage outside, but that is to be expected. That never makes/breaks our cruise experience. We had an amazing experience sailing on the Explorer of the Seas to Greece and Croatia! We had an inside ...
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Sail Date: September 2023

Cabin Type: Interior


Excellent cruise and itinerary

Review for a Europe - Eastern Mediterranean Cruise on Explorer of the Seas

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roselilyoz
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

We were very impressed with this older ship, despite the fact that it could do with some further updating and is a little tired looking. It is a good sized ship, with lots of space and good public places. The itinerary in the Greek islands was great, and the ship’s tours we did in Kotor, Corfu and Argostoli were all very good. Our balcony cabin was spacious and kept very clean by our cabin ...
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Sail Date: September 2023


It was a delight!

Review for a Europe - Eastern Mediterranean Cruise on Explorer of the Seas

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bobbenard
2-5 Cruises • Age 30s

Unlike other reviews the staff is very friendly and helpful. We (6 persons) have not once met or encountered an unfriendly staff member. Service at the main dining hall is excellent, personal and friendly. Our waiters Iputu and Kadek were very nice. Yes, the ship is somewhat dated and it shows, but for us nowhere near what others have reviewed. Rooms were clean (other than the occasional ...
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Sail Date: September 2023


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