A map of the ship's route on CruiseMapper shows the ship veering quickly before continuing on its transatlantic journey. However, Explorer of the Seas reverted its course shortly after and returned to the Canary Islands for a medical disembarkation. In an official statement, Royal Caribbean said the ship experienced "sudden movement" when it was hit by an "unexpected wind gust". Because of the incident, Royal Caribbean confirmed one guest required additional medical attention in Las Palmas, which is the capital city of the Canary Islands and the largest city in Gran Canaria. The cruise line did not specify the severity of the guest's injuries. The captain's decision to return to the Canary Islands is not surprising, as Explorer of the Seas will be spending the next week crossing the Atlantic Ocean. The 12-night itinerary will be delayed returning to Miami, Florida by three days due to the incident. The sailing departed from Barcelona, Spain on November 2, 2024 for the transatlantic itinerary.