Explorer of the Seas Reviews

We did the 7 day round trip up to Skagway and back; by far this was the most scenic cruise we have done to this point. The drive through the Tracy Arm Fjord (not always a guarantee due to ice) was one of the most stunning things I have ever seen in my life. There is no bad place on deck, as the boat executes multiple slow 360s when the captain gets as close to the glaicier as he/she can. The rest of this trip is equally awesome.

Had a very good time and enjoyable. the shipcrue was very professional and helpful eat all times

Side trips are overpriced. If you want soft drinks on this cruise, you must buy a special glass for $70. There is a $14.50 per person per day automatic gratuity charge to your bill. This is not a sun-lovers cruise. Temperatures in summer are very cool in this climate. We had plumbing and mold problems in our cabin.

My husband and I joined 2 other couples for this cruise. We loved our days in port! We did a seaplane to Taku Lodge in Juneau, rented a car to explore on our own in Skagway, and took a carriage ride through Victoria as well as walked the park area. The cruise ship had lots to offer onboard no matter your interest and the staff were very polite and helpful. This was our first cruise and we loved it! Looking forward to doing it over again in the future!

The best cruise 🚢 I have ever taken. It was realllllllly cold when we were in the different ports of call, but, I absolutely loved the WINTER IN SUMMER experience. Wonderful trip.

We had a wonderful time. The staff was great. The shows were great.

We had a great cruise with our kids. The MDR food isn’t good but we dined at the specialty restaurants.

The boat is showing some age, but it's a big boat. The elevators are always a long wait no matter which set you use. There were times we just gave up waiting and walked. Dont really understand what was happening with that. As for the cruise Alaska is stunning, amazing, incredible, insert whatever words you want, it wont do it justice. You must experience it first hand. The most amazing undisturbed place on earth. There is sometime amazing to see at ever corner. Take the helicopter ride to the glacier, it is beyond description. The Scenic White Pass train ride in Skagway is another must do.

I've had better. . . I cruise to be pampered. To experience a lovely meal each evening. To be entertained each evening. The food was abysmal. The ingredients didn't match the description. It was bad enough that you could not walk through any area that had restaurants without being accosted with a request to reserve the premium dining, but they came to your table each evening to push it. If I wanted that kind of experience, I would have gone to Mexico. There wasn't enough entertainment going on each evening. I was told by those who frequented Royal Caribbean that it was just Explorer of the Seas.

The ports were beautiful! Scenery was amazing! Really enjoyed our hike in Skagway. The guides did an excellent job. The ship is a bit run down, but clean.

I did not really care for our waiter in the dinning room to sales me and my dinner party speciality restaurant also nickle and dime for every little thing while on ship.

This was our second Alaska cruise and this was an amazing cruise! The staff was great and makes sure you are always aware of washing your hands to avoid getting sick or others sick. Our room was good. It has some minor issues such as the virtual balcony screen having a shaded section that was more of a technical problem and it was not fixed during our stay. Also, the toilet lid was cracked but they replaced it during our cruise. If you are going to drink alcohol, love Soda or coffee, get the drink package. The itinerary was very good but it would be great if the ship can stay longer in Victoria Canada.

This was our second Alaska cruise and this was an amazing cruise! The staff was great and makes sure you are always aware of washing your hands to avoid getting sick or others sick. Our room was good. It has some minor issues such as the virtual balcony screen having a shaded section that was more of a technical problem and it was not fixed during our stay. Also, the toilet lid was cracked but they replaced it during our cruise. If you are going to drink alcohol, love Soda or coffee, get the drink package. The itinerary was very good but it would be great if the ship can stay longer in Victoria Canada.

We waited in line nearly every evening. Once, we were not even given a menu until I finally raised a ruckus and told a captain. I was shocked at little the waiter seemed to care about us.

This was the most disappointing cruise we have taken. The stops were not very exciting. On-Board it felt that since it was "Just a 4 day cruise" (which we heard over and over) they just didn't try. We had one show from the onboard performers that was fantastic. The magician didn't do anything original. The tenors were "OK" at best. However, the last night was 70's night. It started with Michael and Danielle ( I think I got the names right) on the bridge in the Promenade it was fantastic. Everyone was dancing and having a great time. Then the activity staff came out and kept the party going. It really was a blast! Why wasn't there things like that going on throughout all four day? I have to say, if it had been my first cruise I might never have made a second. Great Ship- Poor experience.

Once we were getting off the cruise, staff acted like they couldn’t get rid of us fast enough. I probably wouldn’t sail with RC again … I think Disney spoiled us. You need more to do on at sea dats.

We had been to all ports before. We just like cruising. After 54 cruises it's still what we like.The food was the most disappointing. I guess they have to cut corners somewhere to keep the ships full.

This was a family cruise, with elderly parents, The weather was sunny but far to cold to enjoy the deck, I would recommend taking it no later than September7th.

Cheap cruise, but, they nickel/dime you to make up the fiffetence. A little bit of false advertising if you ask me. Might be better to pay more up front and get more.

Can't wait to go on another cruise, had a very enjoyable time. No excursions just lots of family time and great weather. Fabulous food and lots to do if you wanted.