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Explorer of the Seas: Likes and Dislikes

Cruising with Crystal and Marshall
Cruising with Crystal and Marshall
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👁️ 10K views📅 11 months ago⏱️ 22:30
What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsFull Ship Review🥈Expert Creator
❤️ Best for CoupleTransatlantic · 12 nightsVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

We love the triple decked dining room and where we were seated was at the top of the stairs on the top floor of the dining room and it's just so beautiful.

Explorer of the Seas is really spacious and seemed very, very clean and shiny.

The staff was so topnotch. He was so personable.

The orchestra on Explorer of the Seas was fantastic.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book a junior suite for double loyalty points and extra space.
Plan for longer drink waits in the casino and bring your own drinks if needed.
Attend the Royal Palooa parade for fun, even if you're not with kids.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Finding seats in crowded areas like the Wind Jammer buffetStay away from the Wind Jammer as much as possible to avoid the crowded atmosphere.
Noise in the libraryConsider moving the library to a quieter area like the Connoisseur Lounge.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the likes and dislikes of sailing on Explorer of the Seas?
QIs Explorer of the Seas a good ship for a transatlantic cruise?
QWhat can first-time cruisers expect from the dining and entertainment?

Topics Covered

Service Crew4½ Happy BaconLoyalty Program4½ Happy BaconEntertainment Shows4½ Happy BaconShip Condition4½ Happy BaconDining Main4 Happy BaconDining Specialty4 Happy BaconDining Buffet1½ Sad BaconCabin Suite4½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Join us as we sail aboard Explorer of the Seas, a mid-sized gem in Royal Caribbean’s Voyager Class! In this detailed review, we break down everything we loved—and a few things we think could be better—on this beautiful ship during our recent cruise adventure. Whether you’re planning your first cruise or are a seasoned Diamond member, you’ll get valuable insights on board. 🎉 What We Loved: The Royal Promenade brings big-ship vibes to a mid-size ship Clean and spacious layout, never felt overcrowded Diamond Lounge with rare outdoor seating—a great perk! Explorer’s size means it can visit ports that mega-ships can’t Our Junior Suite was perfect for a long sailing—bathtub, extra service, and even two desks for working remotely! Casino Highlights: Slot variety + fantastic crew—special shoutout to Franco! Live Entertainment is top-tier: incredible orchestra, headliners, and a spectacular ice show Unique transatlantic extras like Q&As, parades, and talent shows 🛑 A Few Things to Note: The Library opens to the Promenade, so it’s not the quietest space to relax Balcony cabins on early Voyager-class ships feel more enclosed The casino bar service was slow compared to other Royal ships like Enchantment The backstage tour was overcrowded and less organized than expected This cruise had so many memorable moments—from Crystal’s birthday surprise to relaxing at sea while getting work done from our stateroom. If you're curious about cruising on Explorer of the Seas, this honest review is for you! 👍 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE & hit the NOTIFICATION BELL for more cruise content, travel vlogs, and ship tours from Cruising with Crystal and Marshall We are Crystal and Marshall, a 50+ couple from Florida (by way of Maine) who love to cruise and take you with us on our adventures. We show you all of our ships, trips, and tips while cruising. Please subscribe and follow our journey. Thank you for joining & supporting our channel. Thanks for supporting our channel. You can check out our website at https://crystalandmarshall.com/cruisingwithcrystalandmarshall