Explorer of the Seas

Guests looking for a splash of excitement will want to head straight for The Perfect Storm, home to the Typhoon and Cyclone water slides. Allowing you to race side by side toward the pool deck below, these slides are a firm favourite with families and thrill-seekers alike and a great example of just how much fun the Explorer of the Seas cruise ship has packed into its itineraries.

There's no need to book a surf lesson to catch a wave on Explorer of the Seas. The ship's FlowRider surf simulator sends a steady rush of water across a specially designed deck, giving guests of all abilities the chance to try their hand at surfing or bodyboarding. It also offers plenty of spectator seating for those who prefer to watch and cheer instead.

Not every cruise ship has its own ice rink, but Explorer of the Seas certainly does with Studio B. In addition to regular ice-skating shows featuring the ship's professional skaters, guests can also book a public skate session, offering a genuinely different way to spend an afternoon at sea.

Towering above the pool deck, Explorer of the Seas' rock climbing wall lets guests test their nerve with ocean views for company. With routes suited to first-time climbers and more confident guests alike, it's one of the more active and unforgettable ways to spend a morning on board.

Guests looking to treat themselves during their Explorer of the Seas cruise will find a handful of speciality dining venues worth the visit. Chops Grille serves hand-selected steaks and seafood in a more refined setting, or Giovanni's Table offers family-style Italian dishes like gnocchi and veal osso buco. For guests craving something different, Izumi offers sushi, sashimi, and izakaya-style small plates.

For a more relaxed meal between ports, Explorer of the Seas offers plenty of casual dining included in the cruise fare. Windjammer serves an international buffet spanning everything from fresh pastries to Vietnamese braised pork, Cafe Promenade is open around the clock for a quick bite, and Johnny Rockets brings classic American diner fare, including hand-spun shakes, for guests craving a bit of nostalgia.

Whatever the occasion, Explorer of the Seas has a bar or lounge for every moment. Schooner Bar offers a nautical-themed setting with live piano entertainment, Boleros brings a taste of Latin rhythm with salsa dancing most evenings, and the Solarium Bar serves cocktails and chilled tropical drinks for guests relaxing in the ship's adults-only retreat.

Standard: Approx. 162 sq. ft.

Promenade View: Approx. 153 sq. ft.

Virtual Balcony: Approx. 160 sq. ft.

Explorer of the Seas' interior staterooms are a sensible choice for guests who'd rather put their budget toward shore excursions than cabin space. Guests who still want a sense of the outside world can choose a Promenade View cabin overlooking the ship's lively indoor thoroughfare or a Virtual Balcony cabin with a floor-to-ceiling screen showing real-time ocean views.

Standard: Approx. 162-211 sq. ft.

Spacious Panoramic: Approx. 188 sq. ft.

Ultra Spacious: Approx. 328 sq. ft

These staterooms bring a little more natural light into your day, with a picture window or, in the case of the Spacious Panoramic option, a floor-to-ceiling window framing the passing views. The Ultra Spacious option is a good fit for families, offering plenty of room to spread out without needing a full suite.

Ocean View Balcony: Approx. 188-207 sq. ft.

Step outside for some fresh sea air without leaving your cabin with Explorer of the Seas' balcony staterooms. Enjoy your very own private outdoor space, ideal for a morning coffee or an evening drink as the ship sails between ports.

Junior Suite: Approx. 299 sq. ft.

Grand Suite: Approx. 396-525 sq. ft.

Owner's Suite: Approx. 624 sq. ft.

Royal Suite: Approx. 1,400 sq. ft.

For guests wanting a genuine step up in space and comfort, Explorer of the Seas' Suite range has everything they could need. From the Junior Suite, with its separate seating area, right up to the Royal Suite, complete with a private balcony and whirlpool, there's something for everyone. The Owner's Suite and Grand Suite sit comfortably in between, offering extra room and a handful of exclusive touches for those celebrating a special occasion.

Tucked away from the busier pool deck, the Solarium is Explorer of the Seas' adults-only escape. Sheltered beneath a glass canopy, this indoor-outdoor retreat features its own pools, whirlpools and a comfortable lounge area, making it a quiet paradise when the main pool deck fills up.

After a day spent exploring, Vitality Spa offers guests the chance to properly unwind. Using Elemis® and bliss® products, among others, the spa's menu includes massages, facials, body wraps and acupuncture, alongside medi-spa treatments and a salon for hair and nail treatments.

Guests keen to keep up their routine at sea will find plenty on offer at the Vitality Fitness Center. In addition to a well-equipped gym, the centre runs a rolling programme of classes, including yoga, Pilates, and spinning, for guests who'd rather work out together than alone.