12 Night Spain & Azores Transatlantic

12 nights from £553pp departing Wednesday 30th Apr 2025

Itinerary

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					Arrive	Depart
	30th30	AprApr	202525	Miami, Florida, United States, embark on the Explorer of the Seas		17:00
Miami is one of the world’s most popular holiday spots. It has so much to offer; from its countless beach areas, to culture and museums, from spa and shopping days out, to endless cuban restaurants and cafes. Miami is a multicultural city that has something to offer to everyone.
	1st01	MayMay	202525	At Sea
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	7th07	MayMay	202525	Ponta Delgada, Azores, Portugal	11:00	19:00
Offering solace on the long journey across the Atlantic, Ponta Delgada is the Azores Islands' largest city, and a welcome relief for any weary sailor. Located on an archipelago of Portuguese islands, some 1,100 miles from the mainland, you can explore humbling volcanic scenery, as well as Sao Miguel's verdant landscape - which glows with colour when the hydrangeas that the Azores are known for bloom into life during the summer months. The striking black and white facade of the Church of Sao Jose welcomes you to the city itself, while you can head to the markets to pick up the pineapples, tea leaves and coffee beans that add a little flavour to the island. As the largest city of the Azores, Ponta Delgada is well stocked with places to eat delicious local seafood, or pick up a little shopping, as you enjoy setting your feet on dry land, following a long journey at sea. Volcanic firepower has carved these stunning islands, and a journey up to Caldeira das Sete Cidades is a must do, where you can hike beside the water-filled crater, and admire views of steep green walls, and the uninterrupted Atlantic Ocean stretching beyond them. Lagoa de Fogo offers yet more humbling views, with the crater lake dropping off sharply to rippled ocean far below.
	8th08	MayMay	202525	At Sea
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	10th10	MayMay	202525	Cartagena, Spain	12:30	20:30
A Mediterranean city and naval station located in the Region of Murcia, southeastern Spain, Cartagena’s sheltered bay has attracted sailors for centuries. The Carthaginians founded the city in 223BC and named it Cartago Nova; it later became a prosperous Roman colony, and a Byzantine trading centre. The city has been the main Spanish Mediterranean naval base since the reign of King Philip II, and is still surrounded by walls built during this period. Cartagena’s importance grew with the arrival of the Spanish Bourbons in the 18th century, when the Navidad Fortress was constructed to protect the harbour. In recent years, traces of the city’s fascinating past have been brought to light: a well-preserved Roman Theatre was discovered in 1988, and this has now been restored and opened to the public. During your free time, you may like to take a mini-cruise around Cartagena's historic harbour: these operate several times a day, take approximately 40 minutes and do not need to be booked in advance. Full details will be available at the port.
	11th11	MayMay	202525	Palma de Mallorca, Spain	10:00	19:00
If you look north of the cathedral (La Seu, or the seat of the bishopric, to Mallorcans) on a map of the city of Palma, you can see around the Plaça Santa Eulàlia a jumble of tiny streets that made up the earliest settlement. Farther out, a ring of wide boulevards traces the fortifications built by the Moors to defend the larger city that emerged by the 12th century. The zigzags mark the bastions that jutted out at regular intervals. By the end of the 19th century, most of the walls had been demolished; the only place where you can still see the massive defenses is at Ses Voltes, along the seafront west of the cathedral.A torrent (streambed) used to run through the middle of the old city, dry for most of the year but often a raging flood in the rainy season. In the 17th century it was diverted to the east, along the moat that ran outside the city walls. Two of Palma's main arteries, La Rambla and the Passeig d'es Born, now follow the stream's natural course. The traditional evening paseo (promenade) takes place on the Born.If you come to Palma by car, park in the garage beneath the Parc de la Mar (the ramp is just off the highway from the airport, as you reach the cathedral) and stroll along the park. Beside it run the huge bastions guarding the Almudaina Palace; the cathedral, golden and massive, rises beyond. Where you exit the garage, there's a ceramic mural by the late Catalan artist and Mallorca resident Joan Miró, facing the cathedral across the pool that runs the length of the park.If you begin early enough, a walk along the ramparts at Ses Voltes from the mirador beside the cathedral is spectacular. The first rays of the sun turn the upper pinnacles of La Seu bright gold and then begin to work their way down the sandstone walls. From the Parc de la Mar, follow Avinguda Antoni Maura past the steps to the palace. Just below the Plaça de la Reina, where the Passeig d'es Born begins, turn left on Carrer de la Boteria into the Plaça de la Llotja (if the Llotja itself is open, don't miss a chance to visit—it's the Mediterranean's finest Gothic-style civic building). From there stroll through the Plaça Drassana to the Museu d'Es Baluard, at the end of Carrer Sant Pere. Retrace your steps to Avinguda Antoni Maura. Walk up the Passeig d'es Born to Plaça Joan Carles I, then right on Avenida de La Unió.
	12th12	MayMay	202525	Barcelona, Spain, disembark the Explorer of the Seas	05:00
The infinite variety of street life, the nooks and crannies of the medieval Barri Gòtic, the ceramic tile and stained glass of Art Nouveau facades, the art and music, the throb of street life, the food (ah, the food!)—one way or another, Barcelona will find a way to get your full attention. The capital of Catalonia is a banquet for the senses, with its beguiling mix of ancient and modern architecture, tempting cafés and markets, and sun-drenched Mediterranean beaches. A stroll along La Rambla and through waterfront Barceloneta, as well as a tour of Gaudí's majestic Sagrada Famíliaand his other unique creations, are part of a visit to Spain's second-largest city. Modern art museums and chic shops call for attention, too. Barcelona's vibe stays lively well into the night, when you can linger over regional wine and cuisine at buzzing tapas bars.

Explorer of the Seas

Launch Year

2000

Refit Year

2020

Tonnage

137,308

Capacity

4,290

Cabins

1,643

Accessible

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Giovanni's Table

EAT MORE ITALIAN

Every meal at Giovanni’s Table is a family-style celebration of rustic Italian flavour. You’ll find all your favourite Old-World classics on the menu here, like house focaccia served with marinated artichokes, olives and pesto, fluffy gnocchi tossed in a thyme-scented sauce of lamb and root vegetables, traditional risotto finished with porcini and truffle mushroom tapenade and veal osso buco paired with creamy cheese polenta, ripe tomatoes and sautéed green beans.

ATTIRE

Smart Casual

HOW TO PURCHASE

Cruise Planner or Onboard

MENU HIGHLIGHTS

First things first – ask for an order of the house focaccia, which comes with marinated artichokes, olives and pesto. And don’t miss the antipasti per due, an appetiser big enough for two that comes heaped with Italian salami, prosciutto, marinated anchovies, grilled artichokes, Cambozola cheese and more. There are plenty of tasty options to choose from if you’re a pasta lover, from parpadelle with pancetta in a rich radicchio cream, to taglierini tossed with cherry tomatoes, calamari, bay scallops and pesto. And if you’re craving a hearty Italian-style main course, try the polpette alla romana — tender veal meatballs in a rich tomato-herb sauce — or the costolette d’agnello alle erbe — grilled lamb chops served in a Merlot reduction with baby vegetable caponata and sautéed spinach.

PRO TIP

Giovanni’s Table is a great restaurant to dial up date night. If you’re celebrating a special occasion, just let the staff know ahead of time. They’ll help make it extra special!

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Diamond Club

HAVE A DRINK AT THE DIAMOND CLUB

Royal Caribbean® created the exclusive Diamond Club lounge to thank our valued Diamond, Diamond Plus and Pinnacle Club Crown & Anchor® Society members for their continued loyalty. From concierge access to complimentary continental breakfast, and even complimentary cocktails at happy hour, our most loyal guests enjoy special perks in a space reserved just for them.

RESTRICTION

For Diamond, Diamond Plus and Pinnacle Club Crown & Anchor Society members only.

NOTE

Not available on China and Singapore sailings.

MENU HIGHLIGHTS

Wine lovers will find lots of great options to enjoy by the glass at the Diamond Club lounge, from crisp pinot grigio and smooth chardonnay, to full-bodied cabernet sauvignon and sweet white zinfandel. If you’re in the mood for a beer, you can choose from popular domestic and international brews like Budweiser, Heineken and even Strongbow Cider. Want to sip on something stronger? Enjoy your favourite vodka, rum, tequila, gin or whiskey any way you like, or savour a glass of Campari and soda, some sweet or dry vermouth on ice, or a refreshing frozen drink.

PRO TIP

If you’re a Diamond, Diamond Plus or Pinnacle Club Crown & Anchor® Society member, you can ask for the Diamond Club happy hour menu at most bars and lounges onboard.

Concierge Club

Guests staying in Grand Suite-level rooms and higher, Diamond Plus and Pinnacle Club Crown & Anchor® Society members enjoy access to this lounge serving complimentary continental breakfast and evening drinks.

R Bar

SHAKING UP THE CLASSICS

Swanky, sophisticated, and suffused with retro style, R Bar serves up classic cocktails garnished with vintage vibes. Whether your drink of choice is a dry gin martini, an expertly mixed old fashioned, or the perfect gin and tonic, you’ll find plenty to savour here.

AGE RESTRICTION

21+ on sailings from North America, 18+ on sailings from South America, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand.

MENU HIGHLIGHTS

The vintage décor at R Bar creates the perfect atmosphere to order a classic old fashioned or gimlet, but you should definitely also try one of the signature cocktails on the menu. Those who prefer their drinks on the fruity side will love the Purple Haze, made with Bacardi 8 rum, blue curacao and Pernod, and shaken with pineapple juice, passion fruit puree and a splash of grenadine. For a cocktail that doubles as dessert, opt for the aptly-named Red Velvet Cake, a decadent infusion of limoncello, dark chocolate liqueur, crème de cacao white and strawberry puree. If you’re craving something smooth, but strong, there’s the Green Goddess. It’s a potent blend of Belvedere vodka, Hennessy, blue curacao and mango puree, topped off with a twist of lemon. And for fans of fizzy drinks, it doesn’t get better than the Let’s Get Fizzical, a refreshingly light combination of passion fruit puree, apple juice and St-Germain elderflower liqueur topped with prosecco.

PRO TIP

The bartenders here are pros. Let them surprise you with something that’s not on the menu.

Schooner Bar

LIVE MUSIC & MASTERFUL MIXING

Wrap up your night at Schooner Bar, where perfectly mixed cocktails and live entertainment come together in a warm-lit nautical-themed lounge. Cozy up in a seat under the mast, by the portholes, or right by the gleaming grand piano. The sing-along's about to being.

HOW TO PURCHASE

Beverage Package or A La Carte

AGE RESTRICTION

21+ on sailings from North America, 18+ on sailings from South America, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand.

MENU HIGHLIGHTS

If you love a great old fashioned, you’ll find five versions of it on the menu at Schooner Bar, including a tropical twist that blends muddled cherries and pineapple with orange bitters and Malibu Coconut rum, and an innovative New Fashioned that brings in pink grapefruit, fresh raspberries, and a little bit of Southern Comfort. You can also dial up your night with a glamorous champagne cocktail, topped with Domaine Chandon and sweetened with an Angostura-doused sugar cube. Or sip your way across the Caribbean with a Zacapa rum-spiked daiquiri, shaken hard and double-strained, or a classic Papa Doble, prepared with Bacardi Superior rum, lychee and grapefruit juice. If you’re a fan of the Tom Collins, you’ll find that, too — plus four additional versions that each spotlight a different spirit.

PRO TIP

Up for something different? Let the bartender know what your favorite spirit is, and ask them to whip you up a surprise.

Sports Bar

Passengers can grab a beer and catch all the big matches in the ship's Sports Bar. It's just like your favourite sports bar at home - only it's at sea!

Royal Promenade

Located in the heart of the ship; 2 football pitches long and 4 decks high – the Royal Promenade is lined with boutiques, as well as 24-hour casual dining and drinking options.

Palace Theatre

Standing five decks high (from orchestra pit to domed ceiling), the impressive Palace Theatre showcases contemporary musical stage productions, West End style shows and stand up comedians.

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Optix Teen Disco

Optix Teen Disco lets teens have the chance to relax, hang out, dance and have some fun away from mum and dad.

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Holiday Summary

	Return flights including luggage allowance
	Overseas Transfers
	12 nights aboard the Explorer of the Seas
	Evening entertainment & Broadway style shows
	Choice of traditional or anytime dining
	Drinks Packages available
	Speciality Restaurants (charges may apply)
	24-hour room service
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Interior staterooms from		£553pp
1V	Interior	£782pp
3V	Interior	£759pp
4V	Interior	£713pp
ZI	Interior Guarantee	£553pp
4U	Interior with Virtual Balcony	£736pp
2T	Promenade View Interior	£782pp
2U	Interior with Virtual Balcony	£759pp
5V	Interior	£736pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£748pp
1N	Ocean View	£915pp
3N	Ocean View	£891pp
YO	Ocean View Guarantee	£748pp
1L	Spacious Panoramic Ocean View	£1,098pp
1K	Ultra Spacious Ocean View	£1,256pp
3M	Oceanview	£1,013pp

Balcony staterooms from		£713pp
2D	Ocean View Balcony	£1,145pp
XB	Ocean View Balcony Guarantee	£1,075pp
1B	Spacious Ocean View Balcony	£1,254pp
3B	Spacious Ocean View Balcony	£1,230pp
CP	Connecting Promenade	£713pp

Suite staterooms from		£3,454pp
GS	Grand Suite (1 Bedroom)	£3,454pp
OS	Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom)	£3,638pp
RS	Royal Suite	£6,184pp

Interior staterooms from		£1,499pp
1V	Interior	£1,728pp
3V	Interior	£1,705pp
4V	Interior	£1,659pp
ZI	Interior Guarantee	£1,499pp
4U	Interior with Virtual Balcony	£1,682pp
2T	Promenade View Interior	£1,728pp
2U	Interior with Virtual Balcony	£1,705pp
5V	Interior	£1,682pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£1,694pp
1N	Ocean View	£1,861pp
3N	Ocean View	£1,837pp
YO	Ocean View Guarantee	£1,694pp
1L	Spacious Panoramic Ocean View	£2,044pp
1K	Ultra Spacious Ocean View	£2,202pp
3M	Oceanview	£1,959pp

Balcony staterooms from		£1,659pp
2D	Ocean View Balcony	£2,091pp
XB	Ocean View Balcony Guarantee	£2,021pp
1B	Spacious Ocean View Balcony	£2,200pp
3B	Spacious Ocean View Balcony	£2,176pp
CP	Connecting Promenade	£1,659pp

Suite staterooms from		£4,400pp
GS	Grand Suite (1 Bedroom)	£4,400pp
OS	Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom)	£4,584pp
RS	Royal Suite	£7,130pp

Interior staterooms from		£2,270pp
1V	Interior	£2,499pp
3V	Interior	£2,476pp
4V	Interior	£2,430pp
ZI	Interior Guarantee	£2,270pp
4U	Interior with Virtual Balcony	£2,453pp
2T	Promenade View Interior	£2,499pp
2U	Interior with Virtual Balcony	£2,476pp
5V	Interior	£2,453pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£2,465pp
1N	Ocean View	£2,632pp
3N	Ocean View	£2,608pp
YO	Ocean View Guarantee	£2,465pp
1L	Spacious Panoramic Ocean View	£2,815pp
1K	Ultra Spacious Ocean View	£2,973pp
3M	Oceanview	£2,730pp

Balcony staterooms from		£2,430pp
2D	Ocean View Balcony	£2,862pp
XB	Ocean View Balcony Guarantee	£2,792pp
1B	Spacious Ocean View Balcony	£2,971pp
3B	Spacious Ocean View Balcony	£2,947pp
CP	Connecting Promenade	£2,430pp

Suite staterooms from		£5,171pp
GS	Grand Suite (1 Bedroom)	£5,171pp
OS	Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom)	£5,355pp
RS	Royal Suite	£7,901pp

Interior staterooms from		£1,458pp
1V	Interior	£1,687pp
3V	Interior	£1,664pp
4V	Interior	£1,618pp
ZI	Interior Guarantee	£1,458pp
4U	Interior with Virtual Balcony	£1,641pp
2T	Promenade View Interior	£1,687pp
2U	Interior with Virtual Balcony	£1,664pp
5V	Interior	£1,641pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£1,653pp
1N	Ocean View	£1,820pp
3N	Ocean View	£1,796pp
YO	Ocean View Guarantee	£1,653pp
1L	Spacious Panoramic Ocean View	£2,003pp
1K	Ultra Spacious Ocean View	£2,161pp
3M	Oceanview	£1,918pp

Balcony staterooms from		£1,618pp
2D	Ocean View Balcony	£2,050pp
XB	Ocean View Balcony Guarantee	£1,980pp
1B	Spacious Ocean View Balcony	£2,159pp
3B	Spacious Ocean View Balcony	£2,135pp
CP	Connecting Promenade	£1,618pp

Suite staterooms from		£4,359pp
GS	Grand Suite (1 Bedroom)	£4,359pp
OS	Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom)	£4,543pp
RS	Royal Suite	£7,089pp

Interior staterooms from		£1,297pp
1V	Interior	£1,526pp
3V	Interior	£1,503pp
4V	Interior	£1,457pp
ZI	Interior Guarantee	£1,297pp
4U	Interior with Virtual Balcony	£1,480pp
2T	Promenade View Interior	£1,526pp
2U	Interior with Virtual Balcony	£1,503pp
5V	Interior	£1,480pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£1,492pp
1N	Ocean View	£1,659pp
3N	Ocean View	£1,635pp
YO	Ocean View Guarantee	£1,492pp
1L	Spacious Panoramic Ocean View	£1,842pp
1K	Ultra Spacious Ocean View	£2,000pp
3M	Oceanview	£1,757pp

Balcony staterooms from		£1,457pp
2D	Ocean View Balcony	£1,889pp
XB	Ocean View Balcony Guarantee	£1,819pp
1B	Spacious Ocean View Balcony	£1,998pp
3B	Spacious Ocean View Balcony	£1,974pp
CP	Connecting Promenade	£1,457pp

Suite staterooms from		£4,198pp
GS	Grand Suite (1 Bedroom)	£4,198pp
OS	Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom)	£4,382pp
RS	Royal Suite	£6,928pp