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809 Explorer of the Seas Mediterranean Cruise Review | Royal Caribbean

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What This Creator Said
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❤️ Best for CoupleMediterranean · Fall · 14 nightsFrom RenaVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I thought it was really nice some of the older ships and it's not super old but some of them Decor is pretty dated I thought it would look really nice it's been elegant looking ship I really enjoyed it

the staff was incredible everywhere we went I think the staff was just outstanding

I would say we both enjoyed mikos mikos was an exceptional Port it was it was really Pleasant and interesting and different

the internet is terrible but that that doesn't dampen your trip too much

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book early for hotels and tours
Use a carabiner on your bag to prevent pickpocketing
Bring bug repellent for some ports
Get travel insurance
Research YouTube videos for practical advice

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

PickpocketingUse a front sling bag, put a carabiner on your bag and clip it to your chair
Cash needsTake some euros, but not too many as cash transactions are limited
Bug bitesBring bug repellent for some ports with biting flies

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the experience like on a back-to-back Mediterranean cruise on Royal Caribbean's Explorer of the Seas?
QWhat are the ports of call and highlights?
QWhat are first-time tips for cruising in Europe?

Topics Covered

Excursions2½ Happy BaconEmbarkation4 Happy BaconService Crew4½ Happy BaconShip Condition3½ Happy BaconWifi Connectivity4 Sad BaconDining Buffet2 Happy BaconDining Main4 Happy BaconCabin Balcony2½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Argostoli, Greece2½ Happy Bacon
Athens, Greece1 Happy Bacon
Top: Athens City Tour
Civitavecchia, Italy2½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Kurt and his wife did a back-to-back cruise on Royal Caribbean's Explorer of the Seas in the Mediterranean last fall.