Explorer of the Seas Cruise Reviews - Reviews

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 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.

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.

This was a great trip. Saw so many new things and places. Met a lot of great people. I have cruised many places and the Pacific Coast was a first. I really enjoyed.

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.

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.

The cruise was wonderful ... the variety of shows is a bonus. The crew was wonderful. the food was pretty good in the cleanest condition I have ever seen

Ship experience was great. Cabin attendant did a great job. Jayson our waiter in the Diamond Lounge was fantastic. The entire staff was friendly and helpful. Best crew we have ever sailed with.

Celebrating husband's 50th birthday was very relaxing entertainment was good and most of the food was good. Would recommend to others we have been on 17 cruises so we are pretty familiar with experience of cruising.

The cruise with Royal was great. Other than Astoria, OR, I enjoyed all of the ports visited. Check in and departure was very well organized. In years past, it was chaotic but Royal has finally got it down to a science. Will definitely cruise with them again if the itinerary fits our travel plans.

Excellent cruise. The staff was very friendly, the food was good, ports of call were interesting. Most of the entertainment was really good, but they need to work on the main production number.

It was a very nice ship, Beautiful. Many activities to choose from. I didn't feel Astoria was a good stop to take. It needs to be cleaned up a bit.

The trip was fine but the ship changed the route on the way back by not going through the inside passage. We did not see any sea animals at all, just birds.

Nothing I can add to the above but even though I am at the Diamond level, my overall impression is that RCCL has deteriorate from what it was 10 years ago and, compared to Carnival, Celebrity (it's sister ship) and Princess, it is overpriced for comparable routes and cabins. I will carefully evaluate RCCL in the future against other options. I opted not to make an onboard deposit even when they take the deposit off the current cruise bill as I doubt if I will take another RCCL cruise.

Go to Alaska before August 15th.... We went the last cruise of the year, and,,,, too cold. We didn't see any whales and fishing was way to cold. Do the train, it was fun.

Had a great time on a great ship, crew & staff were warm, friendly, & professional, the ports of call were outstanding, would do it again on the same ship & ports of call.

I cannot wait to book another one. Gotta save a little before hand but I do plan to cruise RC again. I would recommend this to anyone who would ask about cruising.

This was our first cruise. I would take another but would take a larger ship and perhaps a longer cruise. A few people in our party felt some seasickness, so bring mess with you so you have options without having to pay to see a doctor on board.