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Our FIRST Mediterranean Cruise on Royal Caribbean's Explorer of the Seas| Cruise Vlog

Ryan and Kala
Ryan and Kala
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πŸ‘οΈ 70K viewsπŸ“… 2 years ago⏱️ 35:37

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Editorial Summary

The creators document their first day aboard Royal Caribbean's Explorer of the Seas as they begin a Mediterranean cruise departing from Ravenna. After discussing the logistics of arriving in Ravenna and the importance of pre-booking transportation to avoid taxi strikes, they describe an easy embarkation process. The vlog covers various ship amenities, including the pool deck, the Diamond Lounge, and the sports court where they participate in activities like the FlowRider and mini golf. They provide a tour of their interior guarantee room, noting its location at the front of the ship and its compact layout. The creators also share dining experiences at the promenade cafe and Izumi, where they recommend ordering a la carte rather than the all-inclusive package. The day concludes with entertainment highlights, including a high-energy sailaway party, a professional ice show, and a silent disco. They conclude by preparing for their first sea day and upcoming destinations in Santorini, Mykonos, Athens, and Croatia.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Explorer of the Seas
Seriously Tasty
All-time creator consensus for Explorer of the Seas
A Nibble

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsCruise VlogπŸ₯ˆExpert Creator
❀️ Best for CoupleMediterraneanFrom RavennaFirst-Time Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we're really excited for this one this has been a dream cruise of ours

the Diamond Lounge and it's because it has a lot of Windows and it overlooks the water

Zumi never disappoints really good it was really quiet in there too

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Pre-book transportation to the port to avoid scrambling on embarkation day
βœ“Consider buying a coffee card if you don't have a drink package

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Motion sickness in interior rooms β€” We actually really like the interiors, but be aware if you're prone to motion sickness
Getting burned without sunscreen β€” We forgot our sunscreen, so make sure to pack it and use it

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to cruise the Mediterranean on Royal Caribbean's Explorer of the Seas?
QHow do you handle transportation to the port in Ravenna?
QWhat are the dining options like on the ship?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Ravenna3Β½ Happy Bacon
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