Explorer of the Seas
Royal Caribbean
Put thrilling adventures back on your radar onboard the wow-worthy Explorer of the Seas�. Discover endless ways to max out memories with fleet favorites like the FlowRider� surf simulator, the award-winning Adventure Ocean� Youth Program and the coolest ice skating rink at sea. Plus you�ll find jaw-dropping views and once in a lifetime adventures on unique itineraries to the Greek Isles, Mediterranean and Caribbean islands. Sail on your most legendary journey with the cruise line voted Best Overall for 19 years running by Travel Weekly readers.
Explorer of the Seas Highlights
- Endless thrill on deck with FlowRider and Breathtaking views from the top of the Rock Climbing Wall
- Cap off each date night with an incredible show at the Main Theater
- Brush up on your salsa skills at Boleros or join the non-stop action at Casino Royale?
- Enjoy top rated specialty restaurant, where you can treat your taste buds while exploring\n
- Shop the biggest designer names and onboard exclusives, all at prices you won�t find on land\n
- At Chef Table enjoy the ultimate specialty dining experience for culinary connoisseurs\n
Explorer of the Seas Statistics
- Cruise Line Royal Caribbean
- Bars / Lounges 10
- Beam 157.5 Feet
- Built In Finland
- Crew Nationality International
- Dining / Restaurants 10
- Elevators 14
- Gross Tonnage 137,308
- Last Refurbished 2020
- Maiden Voyage October, 2000
- Maximum Speed 22 Knots
- Number of Crews 1,185
- Number of Decks 15
- Number of Pools 3
- Passenger Capacity 4,290
- Registry Bahamas
- Ship Length 1,020 Feet
- Staterooms / Suites 1,643
- Whirlpools 6
Explorer of the Seas Dining
From confectionery delights to California rolls, finger foods to a five-course gourmet meal, A Royal Caribbean cruise is a journey of the culinary discovery. The innovative chefs, each trained and certified, will take the palate global with a lineup of complimentary and specialty options. Pair your meals with a beverage package and save on your favorite drinks.
Cafe Promenade
When it comes to sharing a little leisure time with family and friends, there�s no better place than Cafe Promenade. Simply pick a table with a view, get a cup of coffee, grab a little something to eat, then sit back and relax.
Chefs Table
If you enjoy gourmet fare paired with the finest of wines, then dining at Chef's Table is an absolute must. Dinner at Chef's Table is both experiential and educational, as the Chef Cuisine specially prepares and presents each course while explaining its cooking techniques, ingredients, and flavors.
Chops Grille
The chefs of Chops Grille have proudly presented quality, hand cut steaks at this hallmark Royal Caribbean restaurant. Now, they give you a fresh twist on a favorite, with a revamped menu that brings a contemporary flair to traditional steakhouse offerings.
Fitness Classes
Start a healthy new habit or keep your fitness routine on track. VitalitySM Fitness Center� has an array of the most popular training classes including yoga, Pilates, spinning, sculpting and more. Trained instructors make it easy for everyone to have a great time and get fit. Fee applies for some classes.\n
Giovanni's Table
Rustic Italian dishes are served with contemporary flair at Giovanni�s Table, A Royal Caribbean favorite offering indoor and al fresco seating. This casual trattoria serves up a seemingly endless selection of Italian classics, like Gnocchi Al Gorgonzola, Melanzane Alla Parmigiana, Risotto, Bolognese and much more.
Izumi
Sushi to sashimi, Izumi offers guests an exotic Asian-inspired dining experience. You'll enjoy a wide variety of appetizers, entrees, desserts and more, all made-to-order with intense flavors, the best ingredients and impeccable presentation.
Johnny Rockets
Johnny Rockets has been serving up delicious American fare to diners around the world since 1986. Its menu features fresh, never frozen, made-to-order hamburgers, sides, shakes and desserts.
Main Dining
Sweeping, multi-level ambiance, world-class cuisine and the most attentive staff at sea. The main dining room serves exceptional, multi-course meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy a new dinner menu each evening in an elegant setting, with extraordinary personal service from the dedicated wait staff.
Room Service
If you�re craving convenience, pick up the phone and dial-up delicious in-room dining any time day or night. Enjoy breakfast in bed with a fresh omelet or a steaming stack of pancakes.
Windjammer
Forget everything you think you know about cruise buffets. The Windjammer is your go-to restaurant for tantalizing global flavors served complimentary at breakfast, lunch and dinner. Like just-pressed paninis packed with all your favorite meats and cheeses.\n
Explorer of the Seas Entertainment & Nightlife
Hear a round of applause for an unrivaled entertainment lineup, An amazing array of shows and performers, included with your cruise fare. Picture Broadway-style shows and original Royal Caribbean productions just steps from your stateroom, with world-class performers that WOW on stage. And when the sun goes down, the night heats up with live music and much more.
70S Disco Party
Hope you brought your taste for nostalgia, because tonight as it is turning back the clock to an era of polyester, platform shoes, and non-stop partying. Hustle back in time and show how you get down once that funky music starts to play.\n
Club Twenty
Club Twenty is the onboard destination for fashionistas, scene-stealers and club hoppers. Here, living statues, pulsing colors, dancers and billowing sheer curtains combine with the hottest tunes to make the night unforgettable.
English Pub
If you�re looking to grab a pint, this fleetwide favorite is the spot. Pop-up musical performances keep the vibe here is as lively as London, and the pub�s impressive drink menu offers a sweeping selection of beers that range from ales to lagers, with UK-themed cocktails and an inspired collection of spirits.
Fast Forward
Bring on the big hair, They are about to go old school. Travel back to the '80s and relive the most popular movies and musicals of the decade, from Fame and Footloose to Flashdance and Saturday Night Fever, get ready to Fast Forward.
Guest Entertainer
Royal Caribbean� steps up the stage presence even more with specially invited guest performers who join full-time roster of musicians, comedians, dancers, jugglers and magicians in awing audiences daily.\n
Invitation to Dance
Invitation To Dance brings guests on stage for a fusion of dance sport, theater, and couture, evoking the excitement and energy of the hit TV show Dancing with the Stars.
Live Bands
It�s a great way to start an evening or a mellow way to wind down the night. The live music venues feature world-class musicians performing across the fleet nightly. Follow your musical tastes or explore a new sound, from cover bands and acoustic to Latin and live jazz.
Mystery Dinner Theater
The professional cast hosts an evening of the theater packed with mystery, intrigue and lots of laughs. Solve the crime in one of the specialty restaurants over an exquisite multi-course dinner paired with fine wine. An exclusive event onboard selects ships; sailings vary. Limited space, reserve early.
Night Life
Every night onboard is an opportunity to party. Explore an array of venues� all without a cover charge� to suit your mood, tastes and moves. Try salsa dancing at Boleros or heat up the floor at multi-level nightclubs, featuring DJ mixmasters, as well as celebrity scratch DJs on select sailings.\n
Outdoor Movie
Why watch a movie inside? Lounge on the pool deck with an ocean breeze, the moon, and movie stars as big as all outdoors. The 220 square foot movie screen presents first-run movies, live sporting events and more at the pool area on select ships.
Parades
The costumes! The music! The can�t-miss excitement. Line up for the parade as dozens of performers dance, cheer and even fly through the air.
Pool Party
When the stars come out, the party heats up on the Pool Deck. The DJ will be spinning club anthems and dance classics. The drinks will be pouring. And with a tasty midnight buffet to keep you fueled up, you�ll be able to dance all night.
Pub Performances
Pop across the pond and partake in the age-old tradition of English pub life. Throw back a pint or two of imported brews and request your favorite jams, unplugged.
Spirit of The Season
Winter, spring, summer and fall come to life on ice in Spirits of the Seasons. Take a journey around the sun and experience the seasons personified before your eyes. It�s an ice journey you don�t want to miss.
Theme Nights
Whether you prefer a masquerade mystery or traditional toga, you�re in luck. Themed nights and parties may vary in an era but always deliver in fun.
Explorer of the Seas Kids & Teens
If you find yourself fleeing a gang of ghosts, saving deep space from invaders, or starting a dance revolution, you might be at the Royal Caribbean Arcade.
Adventure Ocean
When the kids are happy, parents are happy. And the award-winning Adventure Ocean Youth Program is designed with that in mind. Tiny travelers ages 3-5 will have an education blast in the Aquanauts group.
Adventure Science Lab
Fossil digs. Junior chemistry. Space Mud making. At the Adventure Science Lab at Adventure Ocean� there's no limit to the discoveries budding scientists and curious kids alike can make as they try their hand at all sorts of engaging experiments.\n
Arcade
If you find yourself fleeing a gang of ghosts, saving deep space from invaders, or starting a dance revolution, you might be at the Royal Caribbean Arcade.
Mini Golf
Up the ramp, around the curve and into the hole. Play on the green as you enjoy wide, blue ocean views. Mini golf is included in your fare, so play as much as you like. No reservation necessary.
Pool Girls Kids
Kids' aqua parks to the adults-only Solarium and all the slides and cantilevered hot tubs in between there's a splashy place to spend the day for every adventurer on-board.
Rock Climbing
The view alone is worth every step. Climb forty feet above deck on the signature Rock Climbing Wall, where everyone from beginners to speed climbers can strap in and go vertical.
Scrap Booking
The Royal Caribbean teen program isn't some structured set of classes or rules. These \"almost adults\" deserve a vacation all their own. So to give them the freedom to join pre-planned events throughout the day, or simply hang out in teen-only spaces with the teen staff that keeps the good times coming. Including a themed dance party at the Teen Disco in the evening.
Swimming Pool
The pool is the place to be. And each ship has several to choose from. Bask in the sun or relax in the shade while you sip a cool tropical cocktail and enjoy the complimentary loungers and live music.\n
Explorer of the Seas Wellness
Emerge renewed, relaxed and rejuvenated at the Vitality Spa. Professional spa products from acclaimed brands such as El.
Fitness Classes
Start a healthy new habit or keep your fitness routine on track. VitalitySM Fitness Center� has an array of the most popular training classes including yoga, Pilates, spinning, sculpting and more. Trained instructors make it easy for everyone to have a great time and get fit. Fee applies for some classes.\n
Rock Climbing
The view alone is worth every step. Climb forty feet above deck on the signature Rock Climbing Wall, where everyone from beginners to speed climbers can strap in and go vertical.
Spa and Fitness Center
Emerge renewed, relaxed and rejuvenated at the Vitality Spa. Massages, wraps, facials, and acupuncture, or choose med-spa treatments to smooth wrinkles, lift and tone.
Explorer of the Seas Shopping
Shop the biggest designer names and onboard exclusives, all at prices you won�t find on land. Swiss timepieces, liquor, fine jewelry, beauty, and high fashion are all here, tax and duty-free, plus special sale savings and the price match guarantee.
Fitness Classes
Start a healthy new habit or keep your fitness routine on track. VitalitySM Fitness Center� has an array of the most popular training classes including yoga, Pilates, spinning, sculpting and more. Trained instructors make it easy for everyone to have a great time and get fit. Fee applies for some classes.\n
Spa and Fitness Center
Emerge renewed, relaxed and rejuvenated at the Vitality Spa. Massages, wraps, facials, and acupuncture, or choose med-spa treatments to smooth wrinkles, lift and tone.
Explorer of the Seas Casino
There's nothing to stir your sense of excitement like the sound of cards being shuffled Or Chips being stacked and slot machines paying out, Consider the Casino Royale to be your little slice of Vegas right at sea�with thousands of square feet of lights, action, slots and tables. Join a tournament at sea, become a member of Club Royale� or just soak in the winning atmosphere of the incredible casino when you come aboard.
Explorer of the Seas Bars & Lounges
This is where wine list and to-do list overlap. Whether it�s Burgundy, Merlot, Riesling or Pinot Grigio, you�re sure to find your beloved reds or whites at Vintages wine bar.
Diamond Club
Loyalty definitely has its privileges. Royal Caribbean created the exclusive Diamond Club lounge to thank the valued Diamond, Diamond Plus and Pinnacle Club Crown & Anchor Society members for their continued loyalty.
English Pub
If you�re looking to grab a pint, this fleetwide favorite is the spot. Pop-up musical performances keep the vibe here is as lively as London, and the pub�s impressive drink menu offers a sweeping selection of beers that range from ales to lagers, with UK-themed cocktails and an inspired collection of spirits.
Johnny Rockets
Johnny Rockets has been serving up delicious American fare to diners around the world since 1986. Its menu features fresh, never frozen, made-to-order hamburgers, sides, shakes and desserts.
Pool Bar
You don�t have to stray too far from your comfy poolside lounger to enjoy a cool and creamy pi�a colada, a tropical Mai Tai, a glass of bubbly, or your favorite ice cold brew � just pull up a chair at the Pool Bar.
R Bar
Distinct, sophisticated and retro, R Bar serves up classic cocktails garnished with the vintage vibe.
Schooner Bar
Is the pianist playing your song? Join the fun at Schooner Bar, where a nautical theme, warm decor, and perfectly mixed cocktails come together.
Sip Tour Brunch
Catch a glimpse of the magic that happens in the kitchen on an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the galley with the Chef. Then take your taste buds on an exceptional brunch in a dining room, where you can indulge in spectacular eats paired with unlimited sparkling wine.\n
Solarium Bar
Relaxation can be thirsty work. While you're soaking up the vibe of the adults-only Solarium, grab a refreshment from the Solarium Bar, where friendly bartenders serve wine, beer, cocktails and chilled umbrella drinks perfect for sipping beneath your poolside umbrella.
Suite Lounge
Welcome to the most elevated spot for indulging in your favorite eats and libations. Reserved exclusively for guests of Grand Suite-level accommodations and above, the Suite Lounge serves complimentary continental breakfast and evening drinks. From croissants to your favorite drink, got all your cravings covered.\n
Viking Crown Lounge
A fixture on nearly every cruise ship in the Royal Caribbean fleet and a true architectural wonder, the iconic Viking Crown Lounge� is the ultimate spot to soak up panoramic views while you sip your favorite cocktails. Catch the sunset through its floor-to-ceiling windows, then stick around as the space comes alive with the sounds of live entertainers, flashing strobe lights, and plenty of hip-swinging action on the dance floor.\n
Wine Tasting
This is how aficionados are made. Join for a deep dive into vintages and varieties during an exciting wine tasting class featuring some of the most famous vineyards in the world. Some of the wines offered are so exclusive, they are only found onboard Royal Caribbean�. \n