Explorer of the Seas Cruise Reviews - Questions and Answers
64 Explorer of the Seas traveler questions & answers
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Answer QuestionA: think you need to be more clear and specific. do you mean the average temperature for the ship, a specific island or port, my bathroom, or exactly what?
Answered by jcb91777 on April 12, 2024
A: They sure do! I loved our Halloween cruise. It was like normal during the day, but around 5pm staff started decorating their bars and service areas, and changed into dress-up costumes, some special cocktails, decorations pool-side ready for Halloween... party after dinner 🎃👻 like everywhere, some were totally into it, whilst some get it simple.See More
Answered by sandyb60 on March 30, 2024
A: If she sailing from the USA, Australia, or England most definitely. From other European or Asain port not so much. Often the current homeport's observance of a particular holiday tradition is mirrored on board.
Answered by maryred on March 29, 2024
A: Check it out on the internet before you travel. Hard to tell on sea days.
Answered by Ruby13 on February 12, 2024
A: The weather is topsy turvy nowadays. Dec to March is supposed to be the calm time but this year, it is turning out to be the rougher sailing period. Any info you get now will more than likely change by your sail date.
Answered by Gheemaster38 on February 12, 2024
A: Not in your cabin or balcony. they have special smoking area on deck.
Answered by Ruby13 on December 23, 2023
A: Not in your cabin or balcony but designated areas on decks
Answered by Ruby13 on December 24, 2023
A: Not in the cabins or balcony..designated deck
Answered by Ruby13 on December 24, 2023
A: Sailed on Explorer last year. As Bertfish says there are bathrooms accessible near the stairwells/elevators on pretty much every deck that doesn’t contain staterooms.
Answered by livlifenoregret on December 1, 2023
A: Go on line and see the ships deck plans.
Answered by Ruby13 on November 30, 2023
A: Looks like on all public area decks, pool, promenade etc the answer is yes. On decks with only cabins the answer is no. You can see each decks layout on this app
Answered by Bertfish on November 30, 2023
A: Figure on the Customs are not in till 7am. Most ships offload 1500 passengers/hr. 1 hr in the terminal for non-citizen processing & baggage claim. If 1st off priority you are looking at being curbside for cab by 8am @ earliest if not priority then co... unt on later. Add the 3 hr drive and a 3 hr security check make 2pm or later flights better.See More
Answered by maryred on October 14, 2023
A: This question requires more information, but I think you've answered your own question. What is your disembarkation port? I would not risk such a tight timeline for an international flight.
Answered by Mellowjourney on October 14, 2023
A: Yes it's a requirement to be part of the carry-ons, if in checked it can be confiscated. Limited 1 750ml bottle per legal adult & only @ initial boarding. Nonalcoholic beverages are limited to 12, 17oz cans/bottles per cabin must also be a carry-on,... but more can be brought on at each port.See More
Answered by maryred on September 29, 2023
A: Yes 1 bottle per person no more than 750ml.
Answered by livlifenoregret on September 27, 2023
A: Maybe you should rephrase or be specific.This makes no sense at all.Probably why not answered.
Answered by gareds on September 20, 2023
A: Daily spa specials are decided on 2 nights before, based on what services are being under utilized in the appointment bookings. Since Cruise Planner appointments are the only benchmark the spa will have as a metric on the last day of the previous cru... ise to figure out which pnes to offer at a discount there's really no way to tell.See More
Answered by maryred on September 20, 2023
A: Royal does not have shipwide themes. They do have nationality themes to the nightly menu. They also do hold venue specific events that last an hour or 2 that might lend themselves passengers wishing to dress to a theme like a 70's At The Disco party... or a Caribbean Night party, but it's not a requirement to participate.See More
Answered by maryred on August 6, 2023
A: Daily/nightly themes will be posted on the Royal app where it’s says, “Welcome Aboard” above the “Daily Planner.”
Answered by kef2016 on August 7, 2023
A: Part 2 - If you have traditional dining, you are assigned the same table each night (the table # will be on your Sea Pass card). The 1st night the staff will show you to your table, after that you just walk right to it. You will have the same tablem... ates the entire cruise unless someone requests a change.See More
Answered by diamondplus4lyf on June 19, 2023
A: Thank you to each of you who responded to my questions. Very helpful responses. I appreciate your assistance. Thank you again!
Answered by MidnightGranite on June 20, 2023
A: If you’ve already booked your cruise, you can call Royal and pay for your gratuities before your cruise. If you have one of the set dining times, you will be at the same table each night. We’ve always had a table to ourselves. If you are doing My... Time Dining and don’t make reservations, you will be seated at a different table each night. You can make reservations for My Time Dining and ask to sit at the same table each night. Enjoy your cruise.See More
Answered by kef2016 on June 19, 2023
A: As others have stated, you can prepay gratuities - just call Royal to set it up. As for dining, I'm not sure of the system they use for assigning tables, but if you do not request anything, it sure seems random. We request a table for 2 if we are tr... aveling alone or a table for 4 if traveling with another couple. Give Royal a call if you want a specific table size.See More
Answered by diamondplus4lyf on June 19, 2023
A: Yes on the gratuity, you will have the option when you book your cruise.You will have the same table every night,with the same people, unless you request something different.
Answered by MulletGuy on June 19, 2023
A: You can pick up your souvenir cup, which is included in all drink packages at any bar. The cup can be used at any Freestyle machine or you can get fountain soda at any bar or restaurant.
Answered by Mellowjourney on April 13, 2023
A: You only need the cup to use the machines. My last ship had only 2 machines, both in the cafeteria and they were out of product or operation about 25 percent of the time. They provide a fabulous selection when working but they need to rethink the pro... gram for better access!See More
Answered by Hurder on April 15, 2023
A: If you pre-ordered a drink package, your cup(s) will be in your cabin the first day. Enjoy your cruise! ☀️🛳️🌊🏖️
Answered by MotorBoatinGal on April 13, 2023
A: you need your cup to use the Freestyle machines (self service), you do not need the cup when getting your don't drink from a bar in the Windjammer, or in the MDR.
Answered by diamondplus4lyf on April 13, 2023
A: sorry - don't = soft in previous post
Answered by diamondplus4lyf on April 13, 2023
A: Cups are no longer left in your stateroom you need to get them from a bartender.
Answered by livlifenoregret on April 14, 2023
A: Per the Royal website, every room offers a television, telephone, private tub, shower, dresser and a hair-dryer. Shampoo and soap are included, too.
Answered by CruiselineAdmin on April 17, 2024
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Answer QuestionA: It's sooo easy and so fast. I love the Royal app.
Answered by OceanBreezeLid on January 24, 2023
A: You should definitely use the app. You need to take pictures of yourself & scan your travel documents. They make it so easy! Plus you’ll need/use the royal app throughout your cruise. (I recommend getting to know it well before you sail) 😉
Answered by livlifenoregret on January 24, 2023
A: Explorer of the Seas will need some extra time during its scheduled dry dock next year. Regrettably, this means our January 29th, 2023 through March 4th, 2023 sailings have been cancelled. We know this news is disappointing and apologize for the impa... ct to your clients' cruise.See More
Answered by Linnea420 on December 19, 2022
A: Sorry I was wrong, it was scheduled for it in 2020 but then the world stopped for a couple yrs & they are rescheduling it. https://boards.cruisecritic.com/topic/2836147-explorer-of-the-seas-dry-dock-2023/
Answered by ukcat98 on December 18, 2022
A: i have read that it will in February 2023. we are booked for the TA in April 2023
Answered by Lou46 on December 1, 2022
A: Not likely.. we're sailing on it in August. So it's still in active duty in 2023.
Answered by mbhaf on December 1, 2022
A: For 6 day or longer RCI cruises, lobster night falls on the second formal night. For 5 nights or less, there is no second formal night so no lobster.
Answered by Mellowjourney on October 27, 2022
A: Our last cruise in August there was no lobster night. Apparently supply issues. Fingers crossed they come back
Answered by Bertfish on October 27, 2022
A: if there's only one formal night then it'll be that night for lobster tails
Answered by MarianaAndDoug on October 27, 2022
A: Lobster night is usually the second formal night of the cruise and you can eat as many Tails as you want.
Answered by MarianaAndDoug on October 27, 2022
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