Explorer of the Seas Review
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I chose this cruise for two reasons: one, because it was a short cruise to places that I wanted to see, and two, because it was perfect for getting me to my next rewards tier.
Getting on board was a process; it wasn't horrible, but it wasn't quick, either. Lots of folks on this cruise were folks who'd been on many other Royal Caribbean cruises, and the lines at registration were long.
Of course, that was NOTHING compared to the lines to the buffet. These lines were EXCEPTIONALLY LONG. And what you were waiting for was awful; the layout of the buffet was awful, and you quite often could not find things like ketchup. On that first day, there were two bottles of ketchup for everyone - not packets, but bottles. Horrible.
Cabin Review
Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Balcony
I loved the cabin. It was on a high deck, which I like, with good views, which I like, and near things I enjoy, which I like.
I felt it was a rather spacious room, with reasonably sized bathroom and shower.