kcbookworm Posted July 29, 2019 #1 Share Posted July 29, 2019 We just booked Explorer yesterday during the WOW sale. We are cruising to Cozumel and Costa Maya in November. I was last on Explorer in 2012. Who has been on it recently and has tips/advice on the ship or ports? I do have one question in particular - the RC website lists Giovanni’s, but the “explore this itinerary” has Jamie’s - which is it? Thanks in advance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted July 29, 2019 #2 Share Posted July 29, 2019 See the port of call forums for port info: https://boards.cruisecritic.com/forum/456-caribbean/ Also check your Roll Call thread for excursions. Good start for Explorer info: https://boards.cruisecritic.com/search/?type=forums_topic&search_and_or=or&search_in=titles&nodes=51&q=explorer 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M-H-B Posted July 29, 2019 #3 Share Posted July 29, 2019 I was on her in March and there was no Jamie’s then. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare little britain Posted July 29, 2019 #4 Share Posted July 29, 2019 I was on her in May and will be on again in October - It is still Giovannis in my planner 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovelife Posted July 29, 2019 #5 Share Posted July 29, 2019 Was on last month and Giovanni's was there. They still had the scallops -- woo hoo! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kcbookworm Posted July 29, 2019 Author #6 Share Posted July 29, 2019 So was Giovanni's good? I was on Symphony in January and had an amazing lunch at Jamie's and was hoping to repeat the experience! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virtopia Posted July 29, 2019 #7 Share Posted July 29, 2019 I'll be going on the Explorer for the 3rd time in November and have heard reports of the ship looking rough. However, it's a 9 night Southern Caribbean sailing so I'll be fine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icsys Posted July 29, 2019 #8 Share Posted July 29, 2019 (edited) 28 minutes ago, Virtopia said: I'll be going on the Explorer for the 3rd time in November and have heard reports of the ship looking rough. However, it's a 9 night Southern Caribbean sailing so I'll be fine! Was on Explorer two months ago, she has a little bit of 'wear and tear' here and there if you go looking for it, but nothing that is likely to spoil your vacation. Edited July 29, 2019 by icsys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kcbookworm Posted July 31, 2019 Author #9 Share Posted July 31, 2019 On 7/29/2019 at 4:51 PM, icsys said: Was on Explorer two months ago, she has a little bit of 'wear and tear' here and there if you go looking for it, but nothing that is likely to spoil your vacation. I agree! As long as the food is good, the drinks are flowing, sun loungers are available, and there is live music then I am happy 😄. We were on Symphony in January and Majesty in April so Explorer will be “in the middle”! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kcbookworm Posted July 31, 2019 Author #10 Share Posted July 31, 2019 How about evening entrainment? We are excited to visit Dizzy’s and the Schooner Bar is always a good time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kcbookworm Posted July 31, 2019 Author #11 Share Posted July 31, 2019 On 7/29/2019 at 9:49 AM, lovelife said: Was on last month and Giovanni's was there. They still had the scallops -- woo hoo! Tell me more about Giovanni’s! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovelife Posted July 31, 2019 #12 Share Posted July 31, 2019 9 hours ago, kcbookworm said: How about evening entrainment? We are excited to visit Dizzy’s and the Schooner Bar is always a good time! 9 hours ago, kcbookworm said: Tell me more about Giovanni’s! There is no Dizzy's on Explorer - only on Oasis class ships. There is a lounge with lots of activities and music. The ice skating show is excellent. Everything I have ever had in Giovanni's has been excellent. I especially love the shrimp entrée - DH loves the steak. Almost all ships no longer have the scallops as a starter so I was happy to be able to still get them on Explorer. Love this class of ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted July 31, 2019 #13 Share Posted July 31, 2019 2 minutes ago, lovelife said: There is no Dizzy's on Explorer - only on Oasis class ships. ... Dizzy's is a section of the Viking Crown area on Explorer. You might be thinking of Dazzles, which is on Oasis class ships. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovelife Posted July 31, 2019 #14 Share Posted July 31, 2019 17 minutes ago, Host Clarea said: Dizzy's is a section of the Viking Crown area on Explorer. You might be thinking of Dazzles, which is on Oasis class ships. Good grief - I was. Thanks for setting me straight and waking me up this morning! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kcbookworm Posted July 31, 2019 Author #15 Share Posted July 31, 2019 19 minutes ago, lovelife said: Good grief - I was. Thanks for setting me straight and waking me up this morning! Whew I was confused because it is on deck plans! And thanks for the Giovanni’s info! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kcbookworm Posted July 31, 2019 Author #16 Share Posted July 31, 2019 (edited) 44 minutes ago, Host Clarea said: Dizzy's is a section of the Viking Crown area on Explorer. You might be thinking of Dazzles, which is on Oasis class ships. I had a question but found the answer! Edited July 31, 2019 by kcbookworm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted July 31, 2019 #17 Share Posted July 31, 2019 1 minute ago, kcbookworm said: Question about the Viking Crown area. I see they have a dedicated Diamond Club. What level do you have to be to go in there? Diamond level and above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kcbookworm Posted July 31, 2019 Author #18 Share Posted July 31, 2019 1 minute ago, Host Clarea said: Diamond level and above. Thanks - I found the answer right after I posted the question! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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