elliemaej Posted April 25, 2004 #1 Share Posted April 25, 2004 We just got back from the Eastern route on the Explorer. This was our first experience with RCL and was very pleased. I do not have time to do a formal review but here are my highlights. Embarkation - arrived at the port at 11:30 and was on the ship by 11:45. Painless. (not upgrades ship was full) Cabin - Aft cabin 7390. I think the balcony was bigger than the room. It was awesome. The room was smaller than I expected but we fit the 3 of us without a problem. Food - Very Good. We ate in the dining room every night and windjammer for most breakfasts and lunch. Went to Johnny Rockets twice (no charge except for soda/shakes). I was a little disappointed in the burgers, not the same as the JR's we have in CT. Shows - The Ice show was awesome! I give these skaters a lot of credit. The ice in the rink is awefull and only one skater fell (in the same place I did). The production shows were good (can only take so much singing and dancing). The comedians were great. Casino - Some of the best dealers anywhere. They were all very personable. I only wish they dealt me better hands Cruise staff - Our servers were awesome and our stateroom attendant was very efficient but I swear he was invisible, except for the first day, we never saw him. Almost everyone we encountered were pleasant. James Andrews was the cruise director, he was a lot of fun. Kids program - Good - I just wish there hours were longer and that they did not close during the day. My daughter ( 11) liked it and most night wanted to leave dinner early to get there for an activity. Overall appearance - In good shape. We had a few minor issues with our stateroom but nothing major (lightbulb out/ Refrig had to be replaced). I did notice that certain areas were not as clean as I would expect but it was a full ship and there were a ton of pre-teen/teens running amuk (mostly hanging by the elevators) Ports - San Juan - would rather skip it St Maarten - did butterfly farm and marigot. Would skip marigot and got to the beach. The butterflies were cool. Shopping was fun in town. St Thomas - more shopping, megans bay and paradise point. Overcast all day, so wasnt the optimal weather for beach. Nassau - more shopping and stayed on the ship and enjoyed the peace and quiet! Debarking - took longer than I expected. We had red tags, got in line around 8:00 and were in the alamo shuttle around 9:00. Baggage took the longest time. I would definately sail with RC again. If anyone has any questions, feel free to ask! Ellen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
massey3 Posted April 26, 2004 #2 Share Posted April 26, 2004 Ellen, Thanks for the great review. We have a balcony cabin with 3 of us, DH and 12 yro daughter and myself so I'm glad you all fit and that your daughter had a good time at the activities. We sail 10/3 and I can't wait! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisajoy Posted April 26, 2004 #3 Share Posted April 26, 2004 Why didn't you come to the M&M? There were only 5 people that showed up. Bummer. We were hoping to meet everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliemaej Posted April 26, 2004 Author #4 Share Posted April 26, 2004 Massey, My daughter slept in the bunk without a problem. She enjoyed it, I'm sure your daughter will too. Have a great trip. Lisajoy, I'm sorry we missed the M&M. I can't remember what we were doing but by the time I remembered it, it was too late. There was so much to see and do on the ship, I feel like I would need another week to do it all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
izzyvet Posted April 27, 2004 #5 Share Posted April 27, 2004 Thanks also for the review. I will be leaving in a few weeks and it will be the first cruise for my parents. I am also planning on being at the pier around 11-11:30, glad to see that time worked out so well for you. Izzy Until Carnival Pride: Roll Call Explorer 5-23 Roll Call Pride 10/17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
massey3 Posted April 28, 2004 #6 Share Posted April 28, 2004 Elliemaej, Thanks. I'm sure we'll all have a great time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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