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Explorer Of The Seas Review: Is This Classic Royal Caribbean Ship Still Worth It? 2026

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Caribbean Β· 9 nightsFrom Port Canaveral

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Creator's Key Takeaways

She is not the newest. She is not the biggest and she is not trying to be.

The star of the show for many firsttime guests is the ice skating rink. Yes, a full ice rink on a ship at sea.

For firsttime cruisers, she is an approachable introduction that will not overwhelm. for repeat guests. She is a comfortable old friend.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Book through a source that shows the specific cabin layout because certain categories have quirks that can affect usable space.
βœ“Grab a seat early if a popular show is on at the Palace Theater.
βœ“Book spa treatments early in the sailing to unlock better time slots and promotional prices.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Overwhelming ship size β€” The ship is approachable and easy to navigate, making it a good introduction that won't overwhelm you like newer mega ships.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs Explorer of the Seas still worth it in 2026?
QHow does the dining compare on this ship?
QIs the ship good for families?
QHow does it compare to newer Oasis or Icon class ships?

Topics Covered

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Port Canaveral2Β½ Happy Bacon
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Explorer Of The Seas cruise ship review and full tour, covering cabins, dining, entertainment, pools and real pros and cons from a guest perspective. Ideal for anyone comparing Royal Caribbean ships, planning a Caribbean or Southern Caribbean cruise from Port Canaveral, or deciding if Explorer Of The Seas is still a good value versus newer Oasis or Icon Class vessels. Includes an honest look at stateroom types, main dining room, Windjammer, CafΓ© Promenade, Johnny Rockets, the ice skating rink, casino, Adventure Ocean kids club and more, to help you choose the right cruise and cabin and maximize your onboard experience. Sections: Explorer Of The Seas Overview Explorer Of The Seas Itinerary / Destinations Explorer Of The Seas Cabins Explorer Of The Seas Dining Explorer Of The Seas Entertainment Explorer Of The Seas Pros & Cons Save money on your trip β€” find the best deals on hotels, flights, tours & travel essentials here: https://linktr.ee/TripTalesToday Credit: @GouverneurNL https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOSidlYNjZc @TheAverage TravelGuys https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kN_LU9DfoBA @Department of Conservation https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aOE_ubrmtGY @Damien Travels https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2PYrfy8VIs Disclaimer: Stock footage used in this video is for visualization purposes only and is not from the hotel itself. It is meant to illustrate our review points. The main footage of real places and the hotel does not have 'stock footage' markings. ⭐ For any copyright inquiries, please contact us at qurtu123@gmail.com Disclaimer: Some information may be outdated or incorrect. Please do your own research before making cruise reservations. Disclaimer: All links in the video description are affiliate links. I may earn a commission if you make a purchase through them, at no extra cost to you.