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ALL-INCLUDEDA HUGE RANGE OF AMAZING EXPERIENCES AND ACTIVITIES EXPLORE

THE WORLD LIKE NEVER BEFORE

Explorer of the Seas® SAILING FROM SOUTHAMPTON IN 2015

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 state-of-the-art fitness centre, spectacular entertainment, fantastic food, and so much more besides.

Activities vary by ship. *Main dining and Windjammer Café included — a supplementary fee is charged at other dining venues. **There is a small charge for this service after midnight.

✔ All meals*

✔ Adventure Ocean® kids’ club

✔ FlowRider®

✔ Ice skating rink

✔ Theatre shows

✔ Mini-golf course

✔ All-you-can-eat ice cream

✔ Rock wall

✔ Pools

✔ Ice spectaculars

✔ Whirlpools

✔ Nightclub

✔ En suite bathroom

✔ Cinema/screening room

✔ Dance classes

✔ Running/jogging track

✔ Steam room

✔ Enrichment programme lectures

✔ Live music

✔ Comedy shows

✔ Art auctions

✔ 24 hour snacks

✔ Gaming lessons

✔ Sports court

✔ Sauna

✔ Fitness centre

✔ Solarium

✔ Teen disco

✔ Viking Crown Lounge

✔ Room service**

✔ Parades

✔ Quizzes

✔ Table tennis

✔ Pool towels

✔ Cooking demonstrations

✔ Bingo

✔ Tea/filter coffee

✔ Karaoke

✔ Art gallery

✔ Selected soft drinks

IN FACT, ALL THIS IS INCLUDED IN THE HOLIDAY:

INCLUDED: DINING INCLUDED: FLOWRIDER®

INCLUDED: ICE SHOWS INCLUDED: OUTDOOR MOVIES

FOR MORE INFORMATIONCALL 0844 493 4086VISIT ROYALCARIBBEAN.CO.UKCONTACT 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. Offer includes beers, wines by the glass (up to $8 value), non-alcoholic cocktails and unlimited fountain sodas with a free souvenir cup on bookings made by 28 February 2015. $400 to spend onboard selected sailings of 14 nights or more, and $150 to spend onboard selected sailings of 6-13 nights. Offer applies to all 2015 sailings on all ships, excluding China and Caribbean itineraries on Anthem or Quantum of the Seas℠. 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 International®, 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 Caribbean® 2015/16 Worldwide Cruises brochure, or visit royalcaribbean.co.uk.

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All our flight inclusive holidays in this brochure are financially protected by the ATOL Scheme. When you pay for a flight inclusive holiday you will be issued with an ATOL certificate. Please ask for it and check to ensure everything you booked (flights, hotels, cruise and other services) is listed on it as these items will be financially protected under the ATOL Scheme. Please see our booking conditions for further information or for more information about financial protection and the ATOL Certificate go to: www.atol.org.uk Our ATOL number is ATOL 3088 and our ABTA number is Y1650. RCL Cruises Ltd has ATOL number 10372 and ABTA numbers L8357 & Y3001. Common stock of Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the Oslo Stock Exchange (OSE) under the symbol ‘RCL.’ Ships of Bahamian registry.

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EXPLORE…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 for the first time in 2015!Boasting a variety of fantastic new features, including the exhilarating FlowRider® surf simulator and outdoor movie screen, the newly enhanced Explorer of the Seas® also offers mouth-watering new dining options — from Japanese to Italian cuisines. In addition, interior staterooms onboard Explorer of the Seas® now feature our ground-breaking virtual balconies, which project real-time footage of the ocean direct to your room via an LED screen.

We can’t wait to welcome Explorer of the Seas® to Southampton, and we can’t wait to welcome you onboard for a truly amazing cruise experience!

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There’s nothing quite like a Royal Caribbean holiday, unless it’s an all-inclusive Royal Caribbean holiday! With unlimited free drinks, PLUS up to $400 to spend onboard when you book by 28 February 2015*, you can treat yourself to something extra special, on us!

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VIRTUAL BALCONIES

Experience breathtaking sea views from your interior stateroom with our ground-breaking virtual balconies. Real-time footage of the ocean vistas and upcoming destinations are projected direct to your room via an LED screen, so you can gaze at the horizon from the comfort of your bed.

GLOBAL CUISINE

Satisfy any appetite with our wide range of quality dining experiences. Savour traditional Japanese food cooked table-side at Izumi; steaks, fresh seafood and delicious desserts at Chops Grille; or the flavours of Tuscany — from rustic pastas to fresh salads — at Giovanni’s Table.

FLOWRIDER®

Surf’s up! Ride the waves without even leaving the ship on our state-of-the-art surf simulator – new to Explorer of the Seas®! Take a lesson or go freestyle, splashing your way through the 60,000 gallons of water that rushes past every minute! Whether you’re an extreme-sport enthusiast or a total beginner, FlowRider® is fun for the whole family.

MOVIE MAGIC

There are lots of ways to enjoy a movie onboard Explorer of the Seas®. Whether you want to cuddle up under the stars, or sip a cocktail by the pool while you soak up the sun, you can enjoy hit films and sporting events on our 220ft2 outdoor cinema screen.

Explorer of the Seas® has a host of fantastic new features to be discovered – here’s just a taste of what to expect.

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NORWEGIAN FJORDS8-NIGHT CRUISE

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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.

CULTURAL NORTHERN EUROPE8-NIGHT CRUISE


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.

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ROYAL EXPERIENCE PARIS & BRUGES3-NIGHT CRUISE


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.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 0844 493 4086 VISIT ROYALCARIBBEAN.CO.UK

OR CONTACT YOUR LOCAL TRAVEL AGENTPrices 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.

DAY PORTS OF CALL ARRIVE DEPART

Tue Southampton, England 16:30Wed Rotterdam, Netherlands 10:00 15:00Thu Cruising Fri Olden, Norway 08:00 17:00Sat Flåm, Norway 07:00 17:00Sun Ålesund, Norway 07:30 16:00Mon Stavanger, Norway 09:00 17:00Tue Cruising Wed Southampton, England 06:00

2015 UK DEPARTURE May 26


Fri Southampton, England 16:30Sat Bruges (Zeebrugge), Belgium 08:00 17:00Sun CruisingMon Oslo, Norway 09:00 18:00Tue CruisingWed Rotterdam, Netherlands 07:00 16:00Thu Cherbourg, France 12:00 20:00Fri Paris (Le Havre), France 07:00 21:00Sat Southampton, England 06:00



Sat Southampton, England 16:30Sun Bruges (Zeebrugge), Belgium 09:00 18:00Mon Paris (Le Havre), France 08:00 22:00Tue Southampton, England 06:00


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SPAIN & MED BEACHES14-NIGHT CRUISE


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.

SPAIN & PORTUGAL11-NIGHT CRUISE


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.

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£1,399 £849DAY PORTS OF CALL ARRIVE DEPART

1 Southampton, England 16:302–3 Cruising4 Gibraltar, United Kingdom 13:00 20:005 Málaga, Spain 07:00 16:006 Cruising7 Nice (Villefranche), France 09:00 20:008 Ajaccio, Corsica 08:00 16:009 Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy 07:00 16:0010 Palma de Mallorca, Spain 13:0011 Palma de Mallorca, Spain 01:0012 Seville (Cádiz), Spain 08:00 17:0013–14 Cruising15 Southampton, England 06:00

2015 UK DEPARTURES Jun 3 | Jul 26


Mon Southampton, England 16:30Tue CruisingWed Bilbao, Spain 08:00 17:00Thu Cruising Fri Lisbon, Portugal 08:00 18:00Sat Seville (Cádiz), Spain 10:00 18:00Sun Málaga, Spain 08:00 18:00Mon Gibraltar, United Kingdom 08:00 17:00Tue Cruising Wed Vigo, Spain 07:00 16:00Thu CruisingFri Southampton, England 06:00

2015 UK DEPARTURES May 4

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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.

14 & 16-NIGHT CRUISES

ITALIAN MEDITERRANEAN FROM SOUTHAMPTON


MED CITIES OF DISTINCTION16-NIGHT CRUISE


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.

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*Ports and timings may vary.

£1,499DAY PORTS OF CALL ARRIVE DEPART

Sun Southampton, England 16:30Mon–Tue CruisingWed Gibraltar, United Kingdom 12:00 18:00Thu CruisingFri Nice (Villefranche), France 09:30 18:00Sat Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy 07:00 19:00Sun Florence/Pisa (La Spezia), Italy 07:00 19:00Mon Provence (Toulon), France 08:00 17:00Tue CruisingWed Málaga, Spain 09:00 16:00Thu Lisbon, Portugal 12:00 19:30Fri–Sat CruisingSun Southampton, England 06:00

2015 UK DEPARTURES Jul 12 | Aug 9*

£1,599DAY PORTS OF CALL ARRIVE DEPART

Wed Southampton, England 16:30Thu–Fri CruisingSat Gibraltar, United Kingdom 12:00 18:00Sun CruisingMon Barcelona, Spain 07:00 17:00Tue Cannes, France 09:00 17:00Wed Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy 07:00 19:00Thu Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy 07:00 19:00Fri Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy 13:00 21:00Sat CruisingSun Málaga, Spain 10:00 18:00Mon Seville (Cádiz), Spain 09:00 17:00Tue Lisbon, Portugal 08:00 18:00Wed–Thu CruisingFri Southampton, England 06:00

2015 UK DEPARTURE Sep 2

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CANARIES & NORTH AFRICA12-NIGHT CRUISE


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.

MADEIRA, AZORES & THE CANARIES14-NIGHT CRUISE


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.

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CANARY ISLANDS ADVENTURE10-NIGHT CRUISE


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.

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£1,499 £1,449DAY PORTS OF CALL ARRIVE DEPART

Fri Southampton, England 16:30Sat CruisingSun Vigo, Spain 10:00 16:00Mon CruisingTue Lanzarote, Canary Islands 12:00 20:00Wed Tenerife, Canary Islands 07:00 19:00Thu Madeira (Funchal), Portugal Overnight 12:00 Fri Madeira (Funchal), Portugal 17:00Sat CruisingSun Ponta Delgada, Azores 07:00 17:00Mon–Tue CruisingWed Bilbao, Spain 11:00 18:00Thu CruisingFri Southampton, England 06:00

2015 UK DEPARTURE Sep 18


Wed Southampton, England 16:30Thu CruisingFri Vigo, Spain 10:00 16:00Sat Cruising Sun Agadir, Morocco 07:00 22:00Mon Lanzarote, Canary Islands 12:00 20:00Tue Gran Canaria, Canary Islands 08:00 19:00Wed Tenerife, Canary Islands 08:00 17:00Thu Madeira (Funchal), Portugal 08:30 15:00Fri CruisingSat La Coruña, Spain 11:00 18:00Sun CruisingMon Southampton, England 06:00

2015 UK DEPARTURE Jun 17

£899DAY PORTS OF CALL ARRIVE DEPART

Fri Southampton, England 16:30Sat–Sun CruisingMon Madeira (Funchal), Portugal 13:00 19:00Tue Tenerife, Canary Islands 10:00 19:00Wed Gran Canaria, Canary Islands 07:00 19:00Thu Lanzarote, Canary Islands 07:00 13:00Fri CruisingSat Vigo, Spain 10:00 16:00Sun CruisingMon Southampton, England 06:00

2015 UK DEPARTURE Apr 24 | Aug 23*

*Ports of call and times may vary.

all-included explore the world like never …...prices throughout this brochure are in gbp and based...

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