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Explorer of the Seas速 SAILING FROM SOUTHAMPTON IN 2015
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Based in Southampton, Explorer of the Seas® will sail to some truly spectacular destinations across Europe, the Mediterranean and — for the first time — North Africa and the Azores. Boasting fantastic new features such as the exhilarating FlowRider® surf simulator and state-of-the-art 3D movie theatre, there are also mouth-watering new dining options to be savoured. And that’s not to mention the existing iconic Rock Wall, real ice-skating rink, full-size basketball court, and the bustling boulevard that is the Royal Promenade, lined with shops, restaurants and lounges. We can’t wait to welcome Explorer of the Seas® to Southampton, and we can’t wait to welcome you onboard for the cruise experience of a lifetime!
JUST
£150
PP
TO RESERVE YOUR CRUISE
Book early, and not only can you select your ideal stateroom, itinerary and sailing date, but you’ll secure it all for just £150 deposit per person! Don’t miss out on these great starting prices on 2015 sailings — call or visit us online to guarantee yours now.
INTRODUCING ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES
We are delighted to announce that the newly enhanced Explorer of the Seas® will be joining Anthem of the SeasSM and Brilliance of the Seas® in the UK in 2015!
SHORT NORTHERN EUROPE
FROM SOUTHAMPTON
Rotterdam, Netherlands
5
Ålesund
N O R WAY
Oslo Stavanger Kristiansand
UNITED KINGDOM
NETHERLANDS
Rotterdam Zeebrugge
Southampton
BELGIUM
Cherbourg
NEW ITINERARIES!
Le Havre FRANCE
3 & 8-NIGHT CRUISES ROYAL EXPERIENCE PARIS & BRUGES
CULTURAL NORTHERN EUROPE
NORWEGIAN FJORDS
3-NIGHT CRUISE
8-NIGHT CRUISE
8-NIGHT CRUISE
Q Explorer
of the Seas®
Q Explorer
of the Seas®
Q Explorer of the Seas®
Take a short hop across the Channel and experience the romance and charm of two of Europe’s most interesting cities. Gaze at spectacular medieval architecture in Bruges, and be sure to try some delicious chocolate and beer — Belgium’s most famous exports! In Paris, pose by the Eiffel Tower and pay a visit to Mona Lisa in the Louvre, before dropping in to one of the city’s many bakeries to sample some of France’s famous pâtisseries.
See astonishing sculptures in Oslo’s Vigeland Park or visit one of the capital’s grand cathedrals or castles. Take a historic tram ride in Rotterdam and stroll the canal-criss-crossed streets of photogenic Bruges. Tuck into a plate of moules overlooking the harbour in Cherbourg, then sip a café au lait on the Champs-Élysées in Paris.
Marvel at the magnificent cathedral in Kristiansand and photograph traditional wooden houses in the old village of Olden. Take in the stunning snow-capped mountains surrounding Flåm and see Viking ships in Ålesund’s Sunnmore Museum. In the beautiful city of Stavanger you can explore the stylish shops or take a short boat trip to the awe-inspiring Pulpit Rock.
PRICES PER PERSON FROM
PRICES PER PERSON FROM
PRICES PER PERSON FROM
CRUISE ONLY
CRUISE ONLY
CRUISE ONLY
£
£
£
279
DAY
PORTS OF CALL
Sat Sun Mon Tue
Southampton, England Bruges (Zeebrugge), Belgium Paris (Le Havre), France Southampton, England
2015 UK DEPARTURE May 23
ARRIVE DEPART 09:00 08:00 06:00
16:30 18:00 22:00
599
DAY
PORTS OF CALL
Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
Southampton, England Bruges (Zeebrugge), Belgium Cruising Oslo, Norway Cruising Rotterdam, Netherlands Cherbourg, France Paris (Le Havre), France Southampton, England
2015 UK DEPARTURE May 15
ARRIVE DEPART 08:00
16:30 17:00
09:00
18:00
07:00 12:00 07:00 06:00
16:00 20:00 21:00
SHORT NORTHERN EUROPE CRUISES FROM SOUTHAMPTON
Olden Flåm
649
DAY
PORTS OF CALL
Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed
Southampton, England Cruising Kristiansand, Norway Olden, Norway Flåm, Norway Ålesund, Norway Stavanger, Norway Cruising Southampton, England
ARRIVE DEPART 17:00 07:00 08:00 07:00 07:30 09:00
16:00 17:00 17:00 16:00 17:00
05:00
2015 UK DEPARTURE May 26
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 0844 493 4086 VISIT ROYALCARIBBEAN.CO.UK OR CONTACT YOUR LOCAL TRAVEL AGENT Prices throughout this brochure are in GBP and based on two people sharing an interior category Q stateroom and are inclusive of taxes but do not include the Service Charge (pre-paid gratuities). All itineraries, dates and pricing were correct at the time of going to print but are subject to change and availability. On some of our European itineraries we are required to charge VAT on certain onboard goods and services, according to the VAT regulations of the home port country.
SPANISH MEDITERRANEAN
FROM SOUTHAMPTON
Mรกlaga, Spain
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UNITED KINGDOM
FRANCE
Villefranche
Bilbao
CORSICA
Vigo
Ajaccio S PA I N
PORTUGAL
Palma de Mallorca
SARDINIA
Cagliari
Ibiza
Lisbon Cádiz
NEW ITINERARIES!
Gibraltar
Málaga
11 & 14-NIGHT CRUISES SPAIN & PORTUGAL
SPAIN & MED BEACHES
11-NIGHT CRUISE
14-NIGHT CRUISE
Q Explorer of the Seas®
Q Explorer of the Seas®
Marvel at the many architectural wonders of Bilbao, Spain, and enjoy a tour of the Guggenheim Museum — a striking modern contrast to the renaissance and baroque styles that abound in the city. Admire the native orange trees lining Seville’s sun-drenched streets, before catching some flamenco dancing and savouring the city’s world-famous tapas. When in Lisbon, be sure to make time for the Portuguese capital’s two UNESCO World Heritage Sites — Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery.
Explore Málaga’s historic old quarter and stretch out in the sun at the beach in Nice. In Ajaccio, you can visit the birthplace of Napoleon, and in Cagliari see the incredible, renowned fish market. Then take in the stunning views from Bellver Castle in Palma. Whatever you do, try to catch a fiery flamenco performance while in Seville.
PRICES PER PERSON FROM
PRICES PER PERSON FROM
CRUISE ONLY
CRUISE ONLY
£
£
849
DAY
PORTS OF CALL
Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri
Southampton, England Cruising Bilbao, Spain Cruising Lisbon, Portugal Seville (Cádiz), Spain Málaga, Spain Gibraltar, United Kingdom Cruising Vigo, Spain Cruising Southampton, England
2015 UK DEPARTURES May 4
ARRIVE DEPART 16:30 08:00
17:00
08:00 10:00 08:00 08:00
18:00 18:00 18:00 17:00
07:00
16:00
06:00
MEDITERRANEAN CRUISES FROM SOUTHAMPTON
Southampton
999
DAY
PORTS OF CALL
1 2–3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13–14 15
Southampton, England Cruising Gibraltar, United Kingdom Málaga, Spain Cruising Nice (Villefranche), France Ajaccio, Corsica Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy Palma de Mallorca, Spain Palma de Mallorca, Spain Seville (Cádiz), Spain Cruising Southampton, England
ARRIVE DEPART 16:30 13:00 07:00
20:00 16:00
09:00 08:00 07:00 13:00
20:00 16:00 16:00
08:00
01:00 17:00
06:00
2015 UK DEPARTURES Jun 3 | Jul 26
IMAGES TOP FlowRider® ABOVE Miniature golf
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 0844 493 4086 VISIT ROYALCARIBBEAN.CO.UK OR CONTACT YOUR LOCAL TRAVEL AGENT Prices throughout this brochure are in GBP and based on two people sharing an interior category Q stateroom and are inclusive of taxes but do not include the Service Charge (pre-paid gratuities). All itineraries, dates and pricing were correct at the time of going to print but are subject to change and availability. On some of our European itineraries we are required to charge VAT on certain onboard goods and services, according to the VAT regulations of the home port country.
ITALIAN MEDITERRANEAN FROM SOUTHAMPTON
Florence, Italy
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UNITED KINGDOM
MEDITERRANEAN CRUISES FROM SOUTHAMPTON
Southampton
FRANCE
Villefranche Marseilles Cannes Toulon
Vigo
La Spezia Livorno Civitavecchia
Barcelona S PA I N
SARDINIA
PORTUGAL
I TA LY
Cagliari Lisbon Cádiz
NEW ITINERARIES!
Málaga Gibraltar
14 & 16-NIGHT CRUISES ITALIAN MED ADVENTURE
MED CITIES OF DISTINCTION
14-NIGHT CRUISE
16-NIGHT CRUISE
Q Explorer
of the Seas®
Q Explorer of the Seas®
Mingle with the jet setters in Nice, and gaze at the Sistine Chapel ceiling in treasure-packed Rome before admiring Renaissance masterpieces in Florence. Then stroll through the delightful town of Toulon in sunny Provence, explore Málaga’s ancient Alcazaba Castle and sample the most heavenly pastries in one of Lisbon’s shaded squares.
Take in stunning vistas from the Upper Rock Nature Reserve, lose yourself in the street life on Barcelona’s La Rambla, go star spotting in Cannes and sip a cappuccino in Rome. Then choose to admire either Renaissance art in Florence or gravity-defying architecture in Pisa. All this before exploring the medieval citadel of Cagliari, the Picasso museum in Málaga, and a tram ride in Lisbon.
PRICES PER PERSON FROM
PRICES PER PERSON FROM
CRUISE ONLY
CRUISE ONLY
£
£
1,149
DAY
PORTS OF CALL
Sun Mon–Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri–Sat Sun
Southampton, England Cruising Gibraltar, United Kingdom 12:00 Cruising Nice (Villefranche), France 09:30 Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy 07:00 Florence/Pisa (La Spezia), Italy 07:00 Provence (Toulon), France 08:00 Cruising Málaga, Spain 09:00 Lisbon, Portugal 12:00 Cruising Southampton, England 06:00
ARRIVE DEPART
2015 UK DEPARTURES Jul 12 | Aug 9
16:30 18:00 18:00 19:00 19:00 17:00 16:00 19:30
1,199
DAY
PORTS OF CALL
Wed Thu–Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed–Thu Fri
Southampton, England Cruising Gibraltar, United Kingdom Cruising Barcelona, Spain Cannes, France Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy Cruising Málaga, Spain Seville (Cádiz), Spain Lisbon, Portugal Cruising Southampton, England
ARRIVE DEPART 16:30 12:00
18:00
07:00 09:00 07:00 07:00 13:00
17:00 17:00 19:00 19:00 21:00
10:00 09:00 08:00
18:00 17:00 18:00
06:00
2015 UK DEPARTURE Sep 2 IMAGES TOP Main dining room ABOVE Ice skating
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 0844 493 4086 VISIT ROYALCARIBBEAN.CO.UK OR CONTACT YOUR LOCAL TRAVEL AGENT Prices throughout this brochure are in GBP and based on two people sharing an interior category Q stateroom and are inclusive of taxes but do not include the Service Charge (pre-paid gratuities). All itineraries, dates and pricing were correct at the time of going to print but are subject to change and availability. On some of our European itineraries we are required to charge VAT on certain onboard goods and services, according to the VAT regulations of the home port country.
NORTH AFRICA & THE CANARIES FROM SOUTHAMPTON
Souk, Morocco
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UNITED KINGDOM
Southampton
Vigo S PA I N PORTUGAL AZORES
Ponta Delgada
MADEIRA
Funchal CANARY ISLANDS
NEW ITINERARIES!
Tenerife
MOROCCO
Agadir
Lanzarote Gran Canaria
10 & 14-NIGHT CRUISES CANARY ISLANDS ADVENTURE
CANARIES & NORTH AFRICA
MADEIRA, AZORES & THE CANARIES
10-NIGHT CRUISE
12-NIGHT CRUISE
14-NIGHT CRUISE
Q Explorer
of the Seas®
Q Explorer
In Madeira explore the capital’s historic streets then bask in the sun on one of Tenerife’s spectacular beaches. Yet more picture-perfect beaches await in Gran Canaria and Lanzarote, along with stunning nature reserves and year-round sunshine. If you’re after a culture fix, Vigo’s historic old city with its cobbled streets and squares is just the thing for you. Be sure to find time to sample the spectacular seafood.
of the Seas®
Q Explorer of the Seas®
Step back in time in Ribera del Berbes, Vigo’s atmospheric old fishing quarter, then soak up Morocco’s exotic sights and sounds in Agadir’s Grand Souk. Discover volcanic landscapes and stunning sand dunes in Lanzarote, Gran Canaria and Tenerife, or even just bask in the glorious sun. Visit a winery in Madeira and the Tower of Hercules — a Roman lighthouse — in La Coruña, a Spanish seaside city where you can sample quality shellfish served straight out of the ocean.
Explore the old city in Vigo, the Timanfaya National Park in Lanzarote and the volcanic Mount Teide in Tenerife. Whizz down a mountain in a wicker sledge in Funchal, Madeira’s colourful capital. In Ponta Delgada, in the Azores, climb a volcano to see the spectacular crater lakes, while in Bilbao you can find diverse contemporary artwork in the iconic Guggenheim Museum.
PRICES PER PERSON FROM
PRICES PER PERSON FROM
PRICES PER PERSON FROM
CRUISE ONLY
CRUISE ONLY
CRUISE ONLY
£
£
£
749
DAY
PORTS OF CALL
Fri Sat–Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon
Southampton, England Cruising Madeira (Funchal), Portugal Tenerife, Canary Islands Gran Canaria, Canary Islands Lanzarote, Canary Islands Cruising Vigo, Spain Cruising Southampton, England
2015 UK DEPARTURE Apr 24 | Aug 23* *Ports of call and times may vary.
ARRIVE DEPART 16:30 13:00 10:00 07:00 07:00
19:00 19:00 19:00 13:00
10:00
16:00
06:00
949
DAY
PORTS OF CALL
Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon
Southampton, England Cruising Vigo, Spain Cruising Agadir, Morocco Lanzarote, Canary Islands Gran Canaria, Canary Islands Tenerife, Canary Islands Madeira (Funchal), Portugal Cruising La Coruña, Spain Cruising Southampton, England
2015 UK DEPARTURE Jun 17
ARRIVE DEPART 16:30 10:00
16:00
07:00 12:00 08:00 08:00 08:30
22:00 20:00 19:00 17:00 15:00
11:00
18:00
06:00
NORTH AFRICA & THE CANARIES CRUISES FROM SOUTHAMPTON
Bilbao
La Coruña
999
DAY
PORTS OF CALL
Fri Southampton, England Sat Cruising Sun Vigo, Spain Mon Cruising Tue Lanzarote, Canary Islands Wed Tenerife, Canary Islands Madeira (Funchal), Portugal Overnight Thu Fri Madeira (Funchal), Portugal Sat Cruising Sun Ponta Delgada, Azores Mon–Tue Cruising Wed Bilbao, Spain Thu Cruising Fri Southampton, England
ARRIVE DEPART 16:30 10:00
16:00
12:00 07:00 12:00
20:00 19:00 17:00
07:00
17:00
11:00
18:00
06:00
2015 UK DEPARTURE Sep 18
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 0844 493 4086 VISIT ROYALCARIBBEAN.CO.UK OR CONTACT YOUR LOCAL TRAVEL AGENT Prices throughout this brochure are in GBP and based on two people sharing an interior category Q stateroom and are inclusive of taxes but do not include the Service Charge (pre-paid gratuities). All itineraries, dates and pricing were correct at the time of going to print but are subject to change and availability. On some of our European itineraries we are required to charge VAT on certain onboard goods and services, according to the VAT regulations of the home port country.
ALL-INCLUDED
A HUGE RANGE OF AMAZING EXPERIENCES AND ACTIVITIES As soon as you step onboard, you will see just how wow-making our cruises are. And the really great news is that almost everything can be enjoyed at no extra cost. For instance, our stateof-the-art ďŹ tness centre, spectacular entertainment, fantastic food, and so much more besides.
IN FACT, ALL THIS IS INCLUDED IN THE HOLIDAY: All meals*
Running/jogging track
Teen disco
Adventure OceanŽ kids’ club
Steam room
Viking Crown Lounge
FlowRiderÂŽ
Enrichment programme lectures
Room service**
Ice skating rink
Live music
Parades
Theatre shows
Comedy shows
Quizzes
Mini-golf course
Art auctions
Table tennis
All-you-can-eat ice cream
24 hour snacks
Pool towels
Rock wall
Gaming lessons
Cooking demonstrations
Pools
Sports court
Bingo
Ice spectaculars
Sauna
Tea/ďŹ lter coffee
Whirlpools
Fitness centre
Karaoke
Nightclub
Centrum
Art gallery
En suite bathroom
In-line skating track
Selected soft drinks
Cinema/screening room
Library
Dance classes
Solarium
Activities vary by ship. *Main dining and Windjammer CafÊ included — a supplementary fee is charged at other dining venues. **There is a small charge for this service after midnight.
INCLUDED: ICE SHOWS
INCLUDED: DINING
INCLUDED: OUTDOOR MOVIES
INCLUDED: FLOWRIDERÂŽ
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 0844 493 4086 VISIT ROYALCARIBBEAN.CO.UK CONTACT YOUR LOCAL TRAVEL AGENT Prices throughout this brochure are in GBP sterling and are based on two people sharing an interior category Q stateroom and are inclusive of taxes but do not include gratuities. All itineraries, dates and pricing were correct at the time of going to print but are subject to availability and change. All bookings are also subject to the standard booking terms and conditions of Royal Caribbean InternationalŽ, which you must read before making a booking and which explain to you what is included in the cruise price and provide other important information about your holiday. Please refer to the Royal CaribbeanŽ 2014/15 Second Edition Worldwide Cruises brochure, or visit royalcaribbean.co.uk. Designed and produced by Front PageŽ — Glasgow, UK.
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