What is a tip for sailing with Royal Caribbean Cruises?

Book Royal Caribbean shows (Aqua Theater, ice show, Broadway) as soon as your reservation opens — top performances sell out weeks before sailing.

What is a tip for sailing with Royal Caribbean Cruises?

CocoCay (their private island) is included on most Bahamas/Caribbean itineraries — it is genuinely worth a full day even if you skip the upcharge water park.

What is a tip for sailing with Royal Caribbean Cruises?

The Royal Caribbean app handles dining reservations, show bookings, and chat with your travel party — download it before boarding to skip the on-ship Wi-Fi setup.

What is a tip for sailing with Royal Caribbean Cruises?

On Oasis- and Icon-class ships, request a Central Park or Boardwalk balcony if you want quieter views and a different feel than the standard ocean balcony.

What should first-time cruisers know about Royal Caribbean Cruises?

The biggest ships have 7+ neighborhoods — pick up a deck plan on day one and walk the ship before settling in.

Explorer Of The Seas — 5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise Cruise Weather

5-Night Cruise on Explorer Of The Seas

Western Caribbean Cruise

Royal Caribbean Cruises

Port Canaveral, Florida > +3 more stop(s)

Mar 24, 2027-Mar 29, 2027

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Explorer Of The Seas — 5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise Cruise Weather

5-Night Cruise on Explorer Of The Seas

Western Caribbean Cruise

Royal Caribbean Cruises

Port Canaveral, Florida > +3 more stop(s)

Mar 24, 2027-Mar 29, 2027

Silly bot, you don't need weather

Excursions & Things To Do

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Costa Maya, Mexico →

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Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya

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Authentic Beachfront Mexican Cooking Class Cafe Jaguar Costa Maya

Unlike standard port excursions, we offer a "Home Base" experience. You aren't just taking a 2-hour class; you are gaini...

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Cozumel, Mexico →

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Mr. Sanchos Beach Club All-Inclusive Day Pass

Spend a relaxing day under the Cozumel sun at Mr. Sancho's Beach Club, where this day pass provides an all-you-can-eat a...

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Cozumel Snorkeling Tour: Palancar, Columbia and El Cielo Reefs

Award Winning Cozumel Snorkeling Trip! Set off for a great Adventure to the Caribbean and admire the Spectacular marine...

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

5-Night Sailing · 4 Ports

Departing Port Canaveral, Florida on March 24, 2027, the Royal Caribbean Cruises ship Explorer Of The Seas runs this 5-night Western Caribbean Cruise sailing. It's a classic Caribbean cruise. Travelers sailing in March can generally expect warm, sunny weather with gentle trade winds. Ports of call include Port Canaveral, Florida, Costa Maya, Mexico, Cozumel, Mexico, with 1 more along the way. Scroll the daily outlook below to pack smart for every port of call.

Day 1 — Wednesday, Mar 24, 2027 — Port Canaveral, Florida
Port Canaveral, Florida is a scheduled port of call on day 1 of the 5-night Western Caribbean Cruise cruise on Explorer Of The Seas.
Day 2 — Friday, Mar 26, 2027 — Costa Maya, Mexico
Costa Maya, Mexico is a scheduled port of call on day 2 of the 5-night Western Caribbean Cruise cruise on Explorer Of The Seas.
Day 3 — Saturday, Mar 27, 2027 — Cozumel, Mexico
Cozumel, Mexico is a scheduled port of call on day 3 of the 5-night Western Caribbean Cruise cruise on Explorer Of The Seas.
Day 4 — Monday, Mar 29, 2027 — Port Canaveral, Florida
Port Canaveral, Florida is a scheduled port of call on day 4 of the 5-night Western Caribbean Cruise cruise on Explorer Of The Seas.