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Explorer of the Seas

7 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday on Royal Caribbean Explorer of the Seas

December 28, 2026

Explorer of the Seas December 28, 2026

The Explorer of the Seas December 28, 2026 cruise departs from Port Canaveral, Florida. On this 7 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) sailing, the Explorer of the Seas will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Monday, Dec 28th and returns on Monday, Jan 4th, 2027.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Port Canaveral
Florida
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
2
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Cruise Price - Explorer of the Seas December 28, 2026

Explorer of the Seas · December 28, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Explorer of the Seas cruise ship departing December 28, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $943 ($135 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,415 ($203 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 33%.

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Inside
$943
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Oceanview
$1,358
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Balcony
$1,544
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Suite
$2,568

Price History – Explorer of the Seas December 28, 2026

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Explorer of the Seas
December 28, 2026
$943
33% vs avg: $1,415

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 7 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)

Explorer of the Seas · December 28, 2026

The Explorer of the Seas sails on December 28, 2026 for a 7 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (Port Canaveral Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Port Canaveral, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Port Canaveral, Florida on Jan 4th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Explorer of the Seas will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)

  • DEC28
    Port Canaveral, Florida
    Port Canaveral, Florida
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC29
    Freeport, Grand Bahama Island
    Freeport, Grand Bahama Island
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • DEC30
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC31
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    A: 9:30 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN01
    Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
    Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
    A: 8:30 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN02
    Labadee (Cruise Line Private Island)
    Labadee (Cruise Line Private Island)
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN04
    Port Canaveral, Florida
    Port Canaveral, Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 28, 2026 · 7 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)

Port Canaveral, Florida
Day 1•Monday, Dec 28

Port Canaveral, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

Port Canaveral, Florida, offers docking at Port Canaveral. Travelers explore Kennedy Space Center and Cocoa Beach. Excursions include airboat rides in Merritt Island. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures space shuttles and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like space-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover NASA history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance space center walks. Port Canaveral’s modern charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of space exploration and scenic coasts, making Port Canaveral an engaging destination.

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Freeport, Grand Bahama Island
Day 2•Tuesday, Dec 29

Freeport, Grand Bahama Island

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 PM

Freeport, Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas, offers docking at Freeport Harbour. Travelers explore Lucaya Marketplace and Garden of the Groves. Excursions include snorkeling at Peterson Cay. Local markets sell conch salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures tropical gardens and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like straw crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Freeport’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of lush gardens and marine adventures, making Freeport an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 3•Wednesday, Dec 30

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

San Juan, Puerto Rico
Day 4•Thursday, Dec 31

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Arrival: 9:30 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination.

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Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Day 5•Friday, Jan 1

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Arrival: 8:30 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, provides docking at Puerto Plata Port. Travelers explore Amber Museum and Mount Isabel de Torres. Excursions include snorkeling at Sosúa Beach. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Puerto Plata’s vibrant charm offers a dynamic Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic beaches, and Caribbean culture, making Puerto Plata an engaging destination for exploration.

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Labadee (Cruise Line Private Island)
Day 6•Saturday, Jan 2

Labadee (Cruise Line Private Island)

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Labadee, Haiti (Cruise Line Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Dragon’s Breath Zipline and Amiga Island. Excursions include snorkeling at Nellie’s Beach. Local markets sell djon djon. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures lush hills and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes griot, a Haitian favorite. Souvenirs, like wooden crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Labadee’s resort allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of adventure activities and scenic beaches, making Labadee an engaging destination for relaxation.

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At Sea
Day 7•Sunday, Jan 3

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Port Canaveral, Florida
Day 8•Monday, Jan 4

Port Canaveral, Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Port Canaveral, Florida, offers docking at Port Canaveral. Travelers explore Kennedy Space Center and Cocoa Beach. Excursions include airboat rides in Merritt Island. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures space shuttles and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like space-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover NASA history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance space center walks. Port Canaveral’s modern charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of space exploration and scenic coasts, making Port Canaveral an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Explorer of the Seas - December 28, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Port Canaveral, Florida

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December

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

37°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.09in

Daily average

2.6 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

Itinerary Safety Rank
73 / 100
safer than 73% of all cruises
73
8
/ 10
Port Canaveral, Florida
Port Canaveral
Port Canaveral is a safe cruise destination with low crime, but travelers should remain vigilant and follow standard safety precautions.
6
/ 10
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island
Freeport
Freeport is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain vigilant, stay in populated areas, and secure their belongings.
6
/ 10
San Juan, Puerto Rico
San Juan
Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.
6
/ 10
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Puerto Plata
Travelers to Puerto Plata should remain vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours to enhance safety while exploring.
10
/ 10
Labadee (Cruise Line Private Island)
Labadee
Labadee is a secure private island for cruise travelers, offering a controlled environment for safe enjoyment of its amenities and activities.

Cruise Ship

Explorer of the Seas

⚓ Tonnage

137,308

vs avg 162,993

🛠️ Year Built

2,000

vs avg 2,010

📏 Length (ft)

1,020

vs avg 1,085

👥 Passenger Count

3,286

vs avg 4,184

The Explorer of the Seas has a construction date of 2000 and a total size of 137,308 gross tons. The ship measures 1,020 feet in length. Explorer of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Voyager class. At full capacity, the Explorer of the Seas holds 3,286 passengers. That includes 2,101 cruise vacationers and 1,185 staff members. The Explorer of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,643.

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Explorer of the Seas December 28, 2026 FAQ

How many nights is the Explorer of the Seas sailing on December 28, 2026?▾

This is a 7-night cruise itinerary departing from Port Canaveral, Florida.

What ports does the Explorer of the Seas visit on the December 28, 2026 cruise?▾

This route includes port-canaveral-florida, freeport-bahamas, san-juan-puerto-rico, puerto-plata-dominican-republic, labadee-cruiseline-private-island.

How many sea days are included on this Explorer of the Seas December 28, 2026 itinerary?▾

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Explorer of the Seas sailing on December 28, 2026?▾

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?▾

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Explorer of the Seas itinerary?▾

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Last Updated: Apr 16, 2026