Where is Explorer of the Seas today?
At sea, heading to Orlando (Port Canaveral)
On day 13 of a 13-night cruise from Barcelona to Orlando (Port Canaveral) (Oct 31 to Nov 13).
Between Kings Wharf and Orlando (Port Canaveral). Position estimated from scheduled times.
Next: Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida, tomorrow arriving 5:00 AM.
Scheduled position from Royal Caribbean International's published itinerary, not live tracking. Ports can change for weather. Updated daily.
Next departure, Fri Nov 13: 5 nights from $672
Upcoming Explorer of the Seas cruises from $361 per person. See upcoming sailings ↓
Current cruise, day by day
13-night cruise, Barcelona to Orlando (Port Canaveral)
Oct 31 to Nov 13, 2026 · Palma de Mallorca, Cartagena, Ponta Delgada and Kings Wharf.
Where Explorer of the Seas sails, month by month
Explorer of the Seas sails from Orlando (Port Canaveral) from December 2026 to April 2027, Rome (Civitavecchia) from May to October 2027 and Barcelona from May to June 2027, from August to September 2027 and in November 2027 on 4-, 5- and 7-night cruises. From December 2026 to November 2027 its most frequent stops are Coco Cay (11 calls), Santorini (Thira, 10) and Mykonos (10). It also has longer sailings of 8, 9 and 14 nights from December 2026 to February 2027 and in April 2027 and November 2027.
- Dec 2026Orlando (Port Canaveral) · 5 sailings5, 7, 9 nightsSee sailings →
- Jan 2027Orlando (Port Canaveral) · 5 sailings4, 5, 9 nightsSee sailings →
- Feb 2027Orlando (Port Canaveral) · 4 sailings4, 5, 9 nightsSee sailings →
- Mar 2027Orlando (Port Canaveral) · 6 sailings4, 5 nightsSee sailings →
- Apr 2027Orlando (Port Canaveral) · 6 sailings4, 5, 14 nightsSee sailings →
- May 2027Barcelona · 4 sailings7 nightsSee sailings →
- Jun 2027Barcelona · 4 sailings7 nightsSee sailings →
- Jul 2027Rome (Civitavecchia) · 4 sailings7 nightsSee sailings →
- Aug 2027Barcelona · 5 sailings7 nightsSee sailings →
- Sep 2027Rome (Civitavecchia) · 4 sailings7 nightsSee sailings →
- Oct 2027Athens (Piraeus) · 4 sailings7 nightsSee sailings →
- Nov 2027Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) · 4 sailings6, 8, 14 nightsSee sailings →
Counts cover December 2026 to November 2027 from our listings (a port call is one port on one day). Royal Caribbean International may add sailings later. Each month opens that month's Explorer of the Seas sailings with prices.
Explorer of the Seas at a glance
Explorer of the Seas is a Royal Caribbean International cruise ship in the Voyager class. It entered service in 2000 (26 years ago) and was last refurbished in 2025. It carries 3,286 passengers and 1,180 crew, about 2.8 passengers per crew member. At 137,308 gross tons and 311 m (1,020 ft) long, it is a mega-ship (over 130,000 GT) with 15 decks and 1,641 cabins. It was built by Kværner Masa-Yards, Perno shipyard, Turku, Finland and sails under the flag of the Bahamas.
Explorer of the Seas is a contemporary cruise ship that entered service in 2000 as part of Royal Caribbean International's Vision-class fleet. Built by Kværner Masa-Yards at the Perno shipyard in Finland, the vessel accommodates 3,286 passengers and a crew of 1,180 across 15 decks.
As a mainstream offering from Royal Caribbean, Explorer of the Seas combines accessible pricing with a range of dining and entertainment options typical of the line's contemporary fleet. The ship's design reflects early 2000s cruise industry standards, providing a mid-size option for travelers seeking a balance between amenities and value on their vacation at sea.
Explorer of the Seas specs
- Class
- Voyager
- Built
- 2000
- Refurbished
- 2025
- Gross Tonnage
- 137,308 GT
- Length
- 311 m
- Passengers
- 3,286
- Cabins
- 1,641
- Crew
- 1,180
- Decks
- 15
- Builder
- Kværner Masa-Yards, Perno shipyard, Turku, Finland
- Flag
- Bahamas
- Age
- 26 years old
- Size
- Mega-ship
- Space Ratio
- 41.8 GT/pax
- Passenger-to-Crew
- 2.8:1
- Sister Ships
- 4 others in class
- Fleet Rank
- 21st largest of 31
- Typical Cruise
- 7 nights
- Primary Region
- Caribbean
- Next Sailing
- Nov 13, 2026
- Family
- Kids Club on board
🍽️ Dining & Bars
🎭 Entertainment
🏊 Recreation
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🧖 Wellness & Relaxation
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Explorer of the Seas FAQ
Where is Explorer of the Seas right now?
According to Royal Caribbean International's published itinerary, Explorer of the Seas is at sea today (Thursday, November 12, 2026), between Kings Wharf, Bermuda and Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida, on day 13 of a 13-night cruise from Barcelona to Orlando (Port Canaveral). It ends in Orlando (Port Canaveral) on November 13. This is the scheduled position, not live tracking.
Where does Explorer of the Seas sail from?
Based on our listings as of November 12, 2026, Explorer of the Seas sails from Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida from December 2026 to April 2027, Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy from May to October 2027 and Barcelona, Spain from May to June 2027, from August to September 2027 and in November 2027 on 4-, 5- and 7-night cruises.
What ports does Explorer of the Seas visit?
Based on our listings as of November 12, 2026, Explorer of the Seas calls most often at Coco Cay, Bahamas (11 calls), Santorini (Thira), Greece (10), Mykonos, Greece (10), Messina, Sicily, Italy (10) and Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos (10), counting calls from December 2026 to November 2027. Its sailings in that period visit 53 ports in all.
How many passengers does Explorer of the Seas carry?
Explorer of the Seas carries 3,286 passengers in 1,641 cabins. It has 1,180 crew, about 2.8 passengers per crew member.
When was Explorer of the Seas built and how old is it?
Explorer of the Seas entered service in 2000, so it is 26 years old. It was last refurbished in 2025.
How big is Explorer of the Seas?
Explorer of the Seas is 137,308 gross tons and 311 m (1,020 ft) long, with 15 decks. That makes it a mega-ship (over 130,000 GT).
How many crew work on Explorer of the Seas?
Explorer of the Seas has 1,180 crew.
What class of ship is Explorer of the Seas?
Explorer of the Seas belongs to the Voyager class, which has 4 other ships we track.
Which cruise line operates Explorer of the Seas?
Explorer of the Seas is operated by Royal Caribbean International.
Where was Explorer of the Seas built?
Explorer of the Seas was built by Kværner Masa-Yards, Perno shipyard, Turku, Finland.
How much does a cruise on Explorer of the Seas cost?
The cheapest upcoming Explorer of the Seas cruise we track starts from $361. Fares change daily, so set a price alert on a sailing to be emailed when it drops.
Explorer of the Seas prices
Upcoming Explorer of the Seas cruises start from $361. The lowest fare we've tracked in the past 90 days was $294. Pick a sailing below, choose your cabin, and we'll email you when the price drops.
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