Explorer of the Seas Thanksgiving Cruise (8 nights) Bayonne, Port Canaveral, Nassau, Cocoa Cay, Bayonne November 21-29, 2009 3550+ passengers including 800 kids

Background: We are in our late 30's, 2 kids ages 10 and 6. Have traveled extensively; know what good service is, very easy going and do not let issues ruin our vacations or fun. Previously we have sailed on 7 day cruises with HAL, Disney and NCL. Since RCI posters seem to be the most loyal and vocal people on CC we were anxious to see if the hype is worth it.

Grading: I will be comparing to past cruises with a scale of poor, below average, average, very good and excellent. Read more