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Explorer of the Seas
Photo essay:

EXPLORER IN
THE CARIBBEAN


By Richard H. Wagner


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Part of Explorer of the Seas' responsibilities as the Royal Caribbean ship based in
Bayonne, New Jersey in New York harbor is to take guests from the wintery
northeastern United States to the warmth of the Caribbean.  This essay shows the ship
(and various other ships she encountered) in six Eastern Caribbean ports during one
such winter cruise.
 
Explorer's first port of call was Royal Caribben's private enclave in
Labadee, Hatti.  Royal has transformed this peninsula into a resort
paradise. (See our photo guide to Labadee).  Unfortunately, on this
cruise clouds put a damper on the fun.  At the same time, they
provided a dramatic backdrop for the ship.
In St. Thomas, Explorer found fleetmate
Serenade of the Seas, who stayed with her all
day.  Also in town was cousin Celebrity
Summit.
The next port of call was San Juan, Puerto Rico where
Explorer docked near the heart of the old city.  Waiting to say
hello, was sister ship Navigator of the Seas.  However, no
sooner than Explorer arrived Navigator departed (right).  As
a result, Explorer had the harbor to herself.  
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The essay continues with Explorer's calls in Antigua and St. Kitts

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St. Maarten is a popular gatering place for cruise ships.  On this day, however, there were not all that many.  Explorer
docked stern to stern with the sailing cruise ship Star Clipper (above right).  Another sailing ship, Wind Surf, was at the
neighboring pier, which was built for Oasis of the Seas (below left).  Right next to Explorer was another former resident of
New York harbor, Carnival Victory (below right).