New ship sailing from the UK in 2015

Explorer of the Seas 

Explorer of the Seas

Royal Caribbean have announced the Explorer of the Seas will be sailing from Southampton in 2015! She will be taking the place of her sister ship, Adventure of the Seas, who was originally scheduled to be based out of the UK.

Explorer of the Seas is currently based out on New York but is going in for a month long 'extensive revitalisation' before arriving in the UK at the end of April 2015.

A  'Virtual balcony'

The revitalisation will see 'virtual balconies' being added to inside cabins. This will bring live ocean and destination views to the cabins. I think this is such a great idea and to me makes the idea of having an inside cabin more appealing.

The new touch screen signs will also feature on board. These are so handy if you get a little lost in finding your cabin or to see what activities are going on and where.

A poolside outdoor cinema screen will be added, perfect to watch the sports action or a film during the day whilst catching some sun! The new 3D cinema will bring something a little different to life, quite literally, in front of your eyes!

Numerous speciality restaurants will feature on board including the addition of Izumi which is one of my favourites with Royal Caribbean. If you enjoy sushi and Asian flavours this is a must to visit, the food is fantastic!

Of course there will also be the rock climbing wall, new Flowrider surf simulator, basketball court, ice skating rink and Royal Promenade which is synonymous to this class of ship.

All in all, another great reason to sail out of the UK next summer.