The Galapagos Explorer II resumed service on Baltra Island on Nov. 7 following its annual maintenance period. As part of a five-year transformation master plan, the restaurant, coffee station and the Jacuzzi bar were remodeled this year. The restaurant was decorated with hand-painted images by a renowned local artist. The restaurant walls received a classic wood finish and the portholes were replaced with picture windows. The wall panels of the coffee station and Jacuzzi bar were replaced with more modern wood panels. Balconies were added to eight premium category cabins, bringing the total number of balcony cabins to 24. This is the largest amount of balcony suites available on any vessel serving the Galapagos. The all-suite vessel visits up to 10 islands in the Galapagos archipelago on a typical seven-night cruise. For more information, call 800-613-6026 or visit Canodros S. A. – Ecuador & Galapagos Tours: Unforgettable experiences with responsability.