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Explorer of the Seas: A restful retreat at sea & on shore

Toward the bow of Explorer of the Seas, Maharaja’s Lounge offers live music, dancing and other forms of entertainment.
Richard Riley / Courtesy of Royal Caribbean InternationalToward the bow of Explorer of the Seas, Maharaja’s Lounge offers live music, dancing and other forms of entertainment.

Top dining options

  • Main Dining Rooms: feature complimentary, multicourse dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Portofino: an Italian restaurant, where for one low cover charge allows guests to choose any items off the menu (from appetizers to dessert)
  • Johnny Rockets: a ‘50s-style diner that features servers who double as entertainers, and is an additional cost.
  • Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream: offers a variety of ice cream flavors and toppings for an additional charge.
  • More complimentary options including Windjammer Cafe and Cafe Promenade for coffee and pastries/snacks
  • Room service: Late-night service charge applies to room service orders between midnight and 5:00 am

Action & adventure

  • Rock-climbing wall
  • Ice-skating rink
  • Mini-golf course
  • Basketball court
  • Jogging and in-line skating tracks

Entertainment & shopping

  • Complimentary Broadway-style entertainment in the Main Theater
  • Complimentary ice-skating shows in Studio B
  • 9,623-square-foot Vegas-style Casino Royale with 287 slots and 16 tables
  • 15 bars, clubs and lounges that never have a cover and include the Champagne Bar, Crown & Kettle Pub and The Chamber nightclub
  • Name-brand, duty-free shopping on the Royal Promenade includes jewelry, perfumes, apparel and shopping for teens and kids
The five-story Palace Theater, Explorer of the Seas' main show lounge, features contemporary musical stage productions.
Richard Riley / Courtesy of Royal Caribbean InternationalThe five-story Palace Theater, Explorer of the Seas' main show lounge, features contemporary musical stage productions.

Kids & families

  • Complimentary Adventure Ocean Youth Program
  • Royal Babies and Royal Tots programming featuring specially designed Fisher Price activities
  • Teen lounge areas and disco
  • Adventure Beach kids' pool with water slide
  • Family-friendly activities include games, contests, enrichment classes and lectures

Rest & relaxation

  • Vitality Spa with 100-plus treatments, including MediSpa treatments and acupunture
  • Four pools, including the Solarium, an adults-only retreat
  • Six whirlpools
  • State-of-the-art fitness center, with classes including yoga and tai chi

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