angelofsin Posted June 11, 2014 #76 Share Posted June 11, 2014 kfleck76, Also, was wondering if you purchased any of the drink packages, and if so, how do you feel it worked out for you? How was the service in the MDR, bars etc. surrounding drinks you may have ordered? I happened to be on this sailing and also purchased the drink package. I honestly can say I think I got my money's worth. I did not do the cold hard math so my feeling is subjective relative to the amount of drinks I had and was able to enjoy. What I will say is this, while I appreciated the convenience of the package, if I had to do another nine day cruise I probably won't do the drink package again (seven Days and less I am game). the reason being is that it is hard for me to drink 9 straight days. I say all of this to say if you can handle your liquor intake and have the stamina to do so for 9 days then I say have at it because you can definitely make it worth your while depending on how port heavy the cruise is (and the time they get to the ports). If you are one of those folks that have to be the first off the ship at every port then the package may be counter productive to your goals depending on much of the package you intend to use. I found the drink service in the MDR to be slow at best especially when ordering wine. I found some bars to be too crowded but given the crowds the I found the service to be adequate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KirkNC Posted June 11, 2014 #77 Share Posted June 11, 2014 Welcome home, hope you had a good cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dorisis Posted June 11, 2014 #78 Share Posted June 11, 2014 The free drinks at the diamond event are always only wine, champagne and soda and there are never any appetizers. If the ship has a diamond lounge then mixed drinks and beer are included and appetizers are served. I understand this will all be changing this fall. Vouchers for 3 predinner drinks instead. They can be used at any bar and are good for a singe day between certain hours each day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruizinTigers Posted June 12, 2014 #79 Share Posted June 12, 2014 Thanks for your feedback, Angelofsin. This was one of my concerns too... nine days and nights of drinking is a bit much. We are self professed light weights when it comes to drinking. Still, at this point, I'm leaning towards giving it a try. I do like the notion of "pre-paying" so you don't have to worry about charges adding up on board if you should want to have a few extra pops. Also, I'm hoping the added "non-alcoholic" options will help make the overall package worth it. I appreciate your insight. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kfleck76 Posted June 14, 2014 Author #80 Share Posted June 14, 2014 Thanks for all the great information. We depart in a little over a week for the same itinerary and appreciate your insights. Have a great cruise! I loved it and had a great time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swooldri Posted June 17, 2014 #81 Share Posted June 17, 2014 Is the Aquarium Bar still in place? With fish and all? I believe it will be removed soon. Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDA1125 Posted June 19, 2014 #82 Share Posted June 19, 2014 Yes it was there end of may Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruizinTigers Posted July 2, 2014 #83 Share Posted July 2, 2014 kfleck, We leave on EOS tomorrow... not sure you'll be able to answer this in time. But thought I'd ask. Did you find enough electrical outlets in the room? If you need to charge various electronics as well as camera batteries, is there adequate outlets? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted July 2, 2014 #84 Share Posted July 2, 2014 kfleck, We leave on EOS tomorrow... not sure you'll be able to answer this in time. But thought I'd ask. Did you find enough electrical outlets in the room? If you need to charge various electronics as well as camera batteries, is there adequate outlets? Thanks There are 2 US type outlets and 1 Euro type outlet in the desk area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruizinTigers Posted July 2, 2014 #85 Share Posted July 2, 2014 Thank you, Clarea! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnH9 Posted July 2, 2014 #86 Share Posted July 2, 2014 Food in the main dining room was good. Explorer does not have a Chops. The nightly Diamond event was held in the Diamond Lounge on deck 14. Diamond+ was on deck 10 in the Concierge Lounge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denise5374 Posted July 3, 2014 #87 Share Posted July 3, 2014 There was also a dance party with buffet on the pool deck on Sunday night. I will scan the compasses but I wont have them finished until after the July 4th holiday weekend. I will start a new thread with them. Sent from my SGH-M919 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KMVigs Posted July 3, 2014 #88 Share Posted July 3, 2014 kfleck, We leave on EOS tomorrow... not sure you'll be able to answer this in time. But thought I'd ask. Did you find enough electrical outlets in the room? If you need to charge various electronics as well as camera batteries, is there adequate outlets? Thanks You can also ask your cabin steward for extension chords and... It's slipping my mind right now lol... You plug it in and there lots of outlets on it. Surge protector? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heziggy Posted July 3, 2014 #89 Share Posted July 3, 2014 When they did have the mystery dinner, what time do they have it? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaechann Posted July 3, 2014 #90 Share Posted July 3, 2014 You can also ask your cabin steward for extension chords and... It's slipping my mind right now lol... You plug it in and there lots of outlets on it. Surge protector? Powerboard we call them down under :) Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denise5374 Posted July 3, 2014 #91 Share Posted July 3, 2014 When they did have the mystery dinner, what time do they have it? Thanks I will check my compass tonight but I think it was Monday (St. Maarten day). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharonlacey Posted July 3, 2014 #92 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Denise it was on Monday night as we tried to make reservations for Portafino's. I think everyone meets at Dizzys at 6:30 or 7 for champagne and preshow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wk1226 Posted July 3, 2014 #93 Share Posted July 3, 2014 What times were the shows each night? Trying to make my time reservations. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted July 3, 2014 #94 Share Posted July 3, 2014 What times were the shows each night? Trying to make my time reservations. Shows are timed to be convenient for the traditional dining times of 6pm and 8:30pm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krazy_dave Posted August 16, 2014 #95 Share Posted August 16, 2014 We sailed explorer last December and have to say we couldn't stand Leigh and Erky.... Leigh makes us Aussies look bad! TheBrowns So let me get this straight.....By presenting Aussies as generous, caring, fun loving people with a great sense of humor Leigh makes Aussies look bad? Methinks someone is wound a little too tight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBrowns Posted August 16, 2014 #96 Share Posted August 16, 2014 He was rude, crude and well not that funny at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trvlmil Posted August 16, 2014 #97 Share Posted August 16, 2014 so let me get this straight.....by presenting aussies as generous, caring, fun loving people with a great sense of humor leigh makes aussies look bad? Methinks someone is wound a little too tight. like!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted August 16, 2014 #98 Share Posted August 16, 2014 (edited) He was rude, crude and well not that funny at all. That was not our impression of Leigh. We thought he was outstanding as the CD. Edited August 16, 2014 by clarea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBrowns Posted August 16, 2014 #99 Share Posted August 16, 2014 Oh well that was the way we saw him every one has their own opinions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patti72357 Posted September 5, 2014 #100 Share Posted September 5, 2014 (edited) Food in the main dining room was good. Explorer does not have a Chops. The nightly Diamond event was held in the Diamond Lounge on deck 14. Diamond+ was on deck 10 in the Concierge Lounge. Does Explorer have a true diamond lounge that offers the same services as the concierge lounge or the nightly diamond event with free wine and soda? Edited September 5, 2014 by Patti72357 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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