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Explorer of the Seas

Royal Caribbean International
72 upcoming departures  ·  70 itineraries

Explorer of the Seas is a 3,286-guest Royal Caribbean International cruise ship, in service since 2000. This page lists 72 upcoming departures across 70 itineraries in Caribbean, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.

✓ Families wanting supervised children’s and teen facilities ✓ Travelers who enjoy ice skating and active deck attractions ✓ Guests who prefer a traditional Royal Promenade layout
70 itineraries · from $325 ● Where is it now?
Class Voyager
Built / Refurb 2000 / 2023
Gross Tonnage 137,308
Guests 3,286
Crew 1,185
Length 310.0 m
Beam 48.0 m
Decks 15
Cabins 1,641
Max speed 22.0 kn
Flag Bahamas
Guests per crew 2.8
Space ratio 42

Explorer of the Seas at a glance

Ship size

Bigger than 86%

A large ship at 137,308 gross tons — #78 of 565 ships we track. 42 tons of ship per guest.

Best for

  • Families wanting supervised children’s and teen facilities
  • Travelers who enjoy ice skating and active deck attractions
  • Guests who prefer a traditional Royal Promenade layout
  • Cruisers seeking a broad mix of included dining and lounges

Think twice if you want

  • Travelers wanting the newest ship designs and attractions
  • Guests seeking mostly balcony or suite accommodations
  • Cruisers who prefer many quiet specialty dining venues
  • Passengers wanting a large adults-only resort area

Live Position ● 2 weeks ago

Heading to: HR SPU

Currently on: 7 Nights Eastern Mediterranean Cruise (7 nights) — En route to Athens (Piraeus), Greece — last stop Santorini, Greece

Ravenna, Italy → Dubrovnik, Croatia → Santorini, Greece → Athens (Piraeus), Greece → Split, Croatia → Ravenna, Italy
Coming up
  1. Piraeus arrives 07:00 AM
  2. Split arrives 08:00 AM
  3. Ravenna arrives 06:00 AM end of cruise
19.0 knots Under Way Using Engine

Position data may be outdated.

Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.

About Explorer of the Seas

Explorer of the Seas is a Voyager-class Royal Caribbean ship that entered service in 2000 and remains in service. Its 3,286-guest layout combines a large Royal Promenade with family-friendly recreation, pools, an ice rink, FlowRider surf simulator, rock-climbing wall and signature dining venues. The ship offers a broad range of interior, ocean-view, balcony and suite accommodations, making it suitable for families and multigenerational groups seeking a traditional large-ship cruise experience.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
Royal Caribbean International
Builder / shipyard
Kvaerner Masa-Yards, Turku, Finland
Registry / flag
Bahamas (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
Call sign
C6SE4
IMO number
9161728
MMSI
311316728
Draft
8.8 m

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

Key attractions include the Royal Promenade, FlowRider, ice-skating rink, rock-climbing wall, mini-golf, sports court, pools and the Perfect Storm waterslides.

For families

Family features include Adventure Ocean youth programming, teen spaces, a children’s Splashaway Bay area, pools, mini-golf, sports facilities, ice skating and waterslides.

Pools, spa & wellness

Wellness facilities include the Vitality Spa, fitness center, adults-only Solarium, whirlpools and pool-deck relaxation areas.

Accessibility

Royal Caribbean provides accessible stateroom categories and accessibility support; the official ship page identifies special-needs accommodations and connected-stateroom options.

Environmental features

No ship-specific sustainability specification was verified in the current operator sources reviewed.

Deck plans

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Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it

Deck 5

Café Promenade Sapphire Dining Room Connoisseur Club Crown & Kettle Pub R Bar Star Lounge Observation Deck Outdoor Deck Royal Promenade Ice Cream Parlor Promenade Shops Shore Excursions Guest Services

Full deck-by-deck guide →

View the official Explorer of the Seas deck plans from Royal Caribbean International →

Cabins & suites

Inside 39% Oceanview 14% Balcony 40% Suite 7%
CategoryTypeCabinsSizeBalconySleepsDecks
InteriorBooking codes include 1V, 2V, 3V, 4V, 5V, 2U, 4U and CI; some lower-deck cabins are 134 square feet and accessible cabins are larger. Inside 504 134–256 sq ft — 4 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Promenade View InteriorBooking codes include 2T and CP; cabins have bowed windows facing the Royal Promenade. Inside 138 160–256 sq ft — 4 6, 7, 8
Ocean ViewBooking codes include 1N, 2N, 3N and 4N; accessible cabins are larger. Oceanview 182 160–276 sq ft — 4 2, 3, 6, 7, 9
Spacious Ocean ViewBooking codes include 3M and 4M. Oceanview 20 178 sq ft — 4 6, 7, 8, 9

Compare all 14 cabin categories →

Dining, bars & venues

14 included 6 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.

Dining

Café Promenade Included
Deck 5
A casual café serving sandwiches, snacks, desserts and drinks throughout much of the day.
Sapphire Dining Room Included
Deck 3–5
The ship’s multi-level main dining room serving scheduled breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Windjammer Café Included
Deck 11
A casual buffet restaurant serving a range of international dishes.
Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen Extra cost
Deck 4
A specialty Italian restaurant serving pasta, entrées and Italian-style dishes.
Chops Grille Extra cost
Deck 11
A specialty steakhouse serving steaks and other American-style entrées.
Izumi Hibachi & Sushi Extra cost
Deck 14
A specialty Japanese venue offering sushi and hibachi-style dishes.
Johnny Rockets Extra cost
Deck 12
A casual diner-style venue serving burgers, fries, shakes and related items.

Bars & lounges

Schooner Bar Varies
Deck 4
A nautical-themed piano bar and lounge.
Casino Bar Varies
A bar located within the Casino Royale gaming area.
The Tavern Varies
Deck 4
A pub-style bar and gathering place.
Connoisseur Club Varies
Deck 5
A cigar lounge with a dedicated smoking area.
Crown & Kettle Pub Varies
Deck 5
An English-style pub serving beer, spirits and cocktails.
R Bar Varies
Deck 5
A cocktail bar with a mid-century-inspired design.
Pool Bar Varies
Deck 11
A poolside bar serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
Solarium Bar Varies
Deck 11
A bar serving drinks beside the adults-only Solarium.
Sky Bar Varies
Deck 12
An outdoor bar overlooking the upper-deck activity areas.
Crown Lounge Varies
Deck 14
A lounge reserved primarily for eligible Crown & Anchor Society members and suite guests.
Dizzy’s Varies
Deck 14
A nightclub and lounge located near the top of the ship.
Viking Crown Lounge Varies
Deck 14
A high-level lounge with panoramic views and evening entertainment.

All 34 venues, including pools, spa and entertainment →

History & sister ships

  1. 2000Entered service, built by Kvaerner Masa-Yards, Turku, Finland.
  2. 2023A scheduled dry dock added the Cyclone and Typhoon racing waterslides as passenger-facing improvements.
  3. 2025A scheduled dry dock in Cádiz completed technical maintenance, inspections and work on passenger accommodations and hotel areas.

Other Voyager ships

Voyager of the Seas Royal Caribbean International · 1999 Adventure of the Seas Royal Caribbean International · 2001 Navigator of the Seas Royal Caribbean International · 2002 Mariner of the Seas Royal Caribbean International · 2003

Where Explorer of the Seas sails, month by month

Oct
26		 Nov
26		 Dec
26		 Jan
27		 Feb
27		 Mar
27		 Apr
27		 May
27		 Jun
27		 Jul
27		 Aug
27		 Sep
27
Caribbean 0 3 5 5 4 2 2 0 0 0 0 0
Mediterranean 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 4 3 3 4 1
From / night $78 $96 $80 $79 $84 $74 $62 $101 $107 $108 $116 $120

Departures per month over the next 12 months, from the cruise line's published schedule. Lowest advertised fare per night is in November 2027 (prices change; check when booking).

Ports it visits most

Port Canaveral23× Ravenna21× Fort Lauderdale20× Nassau19× Civitavecchia16× Santorini16× Piraeus15× Barcelona13× Falmouth12× Cococay12× Split12× Grand Turk11×

Explore This Ship

Jump from Explorer of the Seas sailings into the broader destination network with cruise line and region hub pages.

All Royal Caribbean International port guides Mediterranean cruises Caribbean cruises

Itineraries & Sailings

13 Nights

13 Nights Transatlantic Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,013 · $78/night
Ports of Call
Barcelona, Spain, Palma De Mallorca, Spain, Cartagena, Spain, Ponta Delgada, Azores +2 more
Next: Oct 31, 2026
1 upcoming departure
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14 Nights

14 Nights Transatlantic Cruise

Mediterranean
From $871 · $62/night
Ports of Call
Port Canaveral, Florida, Madeira (Funchal), Portugal, Seville (Cadiz), Spain, Malaga, Spain +3 more
Next: Apr 26, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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14 Nights

14 Nights Transatlantic Cruise

Mediterranean
From $648 · $46/night
Ports of Call
Barcelona, Spain, Palma De Mallorca, Spain, Alicante, Spain, Cartagena, Spain +3 more
Next: Nov 1, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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14 Nights

14 Nights Transatlantic Cruise

Mediterranean
From $758 · $54/night
Ports of Call
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Casablanca, Morocco, Seville (Cadiz), Spain, Malaga, Spain +2 more
Next: Apr 22, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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4 Nights

4 Nights Bahamas Cruise

Caribbean
From $325 · $81/night
Ports of Call
Port Canaveral, Florida, Nassau, Bahamas, Perfect Day Cococay, Bahamas
Next: Jan 18, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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4 Nights

4 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise

Caribbean
From $347 · $87/night
Ports of Call
Port Canaveral, Florida, Bimini, Bahamas, Nassau, Bahamas
Next: Feb 15, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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4 Nights

4-Night Caribbean from Orlando via Grand Turk

Caribbean
From $401 · $100/night
Ports of Call
Port Canaveral, Florida, Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos
Next: Mar 15, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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5 Nights

5 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise

Caribbean
From $481 · $96/night
Ports of Call
Port Canaveral, Florida, Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos, Puerto Plata, Dominican Rep
Next: Nov 27, 2026
2 upcoming departures
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5 Nights

5 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise

Caribbean
From $517 · $103/night
Ports of Call
Port Canaveral, Florida, Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos, Nassau, Bahamas
Next: Nov 13, 2026
1 upcoming departure
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All 70 itineraries and their departure dates

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Oct 24, 2026Oct 31, 20267 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Oct 31, 2026Nov 13, 202613 Nights Transatlantic Cruise13MediterraneanBook →
Nov 13, 2026Nov 18, 20265 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Nov 18, 2026Nov 27, 20269 Nights Southern Caribbean Cruise9CaribbeanBook →
Nov 27, 2026Dec 2, 20265 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Dec 2, 2026Dec 11, 20269 Nights Southern Caribbean Cruise9CaribbeanBook →
Dec 11, 2026Dec 16, 20265 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Dec 16, 2026Dec 21, 20265 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Dec 21, 2026Dec 28, 20267 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Dec 28, 2026Jan 4, 20277 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Jan 4, 2027Jan 13, 20279 Nights Southern Caribbean Cruise9CaribbeanBook →
Jan 13, 2027Jan 18, 20275 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Jan 18, 2027Jan 22, 20274 Nights Bahamas Cruise4CaribbeanBook →
Jan 22, 2027Jan 27, 20275 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Jan 27, 2027Feb 5, 20279 Nights Southern Caribbean Cruise9CaribbeanBook →
Feb 5, 2027Feb 10, 20275 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Feb 10, 2027Feb 15, 20275 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Feb 15, 2027Feb 19, 20274 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise4CaribbeanBook →
Feb 24, 2027Mar 5, 20279 Nights Southern Caribbean Cruise9CaribbeanBook →
Mar 15, 2027Mar 19, 20274-Night Caribbean from Orlando via Grand Turk4CaribbeanBook →
Mar 19, 2027Mar 24, 20275 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Apr 16, 2027Apr 21, 20275 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Apr 21, 2027Apr 26, 20275 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Apr 26, 2027May 10, 202714 Nights Transatlantic Cruise14MediterraneanBook →

Showing the next 24 of 72 departures. Every itinerary and its dates are listed under All itineraries above.

Explorer of the Seas FAQ

What flag does Explorer of the Seas sail under?

Explorer of the Seas is registered in Bahamas.

How many passengers does Explorer of the Seas hold?

Explorer of the Seas carries about 3,286 guests with roughly 1,185 crew.

How old is Explorer of the Seas?

Explorer of the Seas entered service in 2000 and was last refurbished in 2023.

How big is Explorer of the Seas?

At 137,308 gross tons and 310 m long, Explorer of the Seas is a large ship — larger than 86% of the 565 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.

What is the dress code on Explorer of the Seas?

Royal Caribbean uses casual, smart-casual and formal dress guidance depending on the evening and venue. Swimwear is intended for pool areas, and tank tops are not permitted in the Main Dining Room or specialty restaurants for dinner.

Which dining venues are included in the fare?

The Main Dining Room, Windjammer Café and Café Promenade are included. Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen, Chops Grille, Izumi Hibachi & Sushi and Johnny Rockets are specialty venues with additional charges.

Are gratuities included?

Standard cruise gratuities are generally added to the guest account or prepaid before sailing rather than being included in the base fare. Specialty dining package gratuities follow the terms of the package purchased.

Is Wi-Fi included onboard?

Standard cruise fares do not generally include an internet package. Wi-Fi access is sold through Royal Caribbean’s internet packages, with availability and benefits depending on the booking and loyalty status.

Does the ship accommodate guests with disabilities?

Explorer of the Seas has accessible staterooms in several categories, including accessible ocean-view, balcony, interior and suite accommodations. Guests should request accessible features before sailing because locations and equipment vary by cabin.

What children’s facilities are onboard?

Adventure Ocean, the Arcade, Optix Teen Disco and the Outdoor Youth Area are located on Deck 12. Adventure Ocean provides supervised programming for children, while teen activities and age eligibility are organized separately.