Explorer of the Seas Review
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This was my third RC cruise, first time on Explorer of the Seas. The cruise was out of Bayonne, NJ, and if anyone at RCI is listening, I heard loads of people wish for more cruises out of the NY port. It was so easy to sail out of Cape Liberty (Bayonne)--parking is a breeze (although costly), and the port is very conveniently located.
This cruise was shortened by one day because a passenger on the previous cruise had to be airlifted off the ship which involved a detour that set the ship back one day in returning to Bayonne. We were notified several days in advance, so other than dealing with the disappointment of losing one vacation day, everything went smoothly. Incidentally, the cruise line issued credit to our shipboard account for the lost day. We had no problem spending it on various things offered onboard (primarily booze and excursions), but we were told it would be refunded to our credit card if we didn't spend it. It was a welcome gesture, given that the terms of the ticket contract specify that the cruise line doesn't legally owe a passenger anything for unscheduled changes in itinerary.
Cabin Review
Large Oceanview Stateroom
This cabin faces out the front of the ship. We were told not to open the curtains after dark as the cabin is beneath the bridge and we were told that light from the cabins at the front of the ship could interfere with navigation.