Royal Caribbean Cruises : the history
Based in Miami, Florida, Royal Caribbean Cruises Line (part of the Royal Caribbean International group along with Celebrity Cruises, Azamara Club Cruises and Croisière de France) was founded in 1968 in Norway.
Royal Caribbean Cruises offers a wide range of cruises around the world. The company used to own only one ship in 1970, the Song of Norway, which was sold in 1996 while Royal Caribbean was expanding its fleet. Today, the company has 26 ships, but will not stop there, as several other ships are currently under construction, which will allow the company to offer its passengers the opportunity to discover even more destinations aboard ships that are ever more efficient and innovative.
The fleet of Royal Caribbean Cruises
The fleet of Royal Caribbean Cruises has 26 ships divided into 8 classes :
The Quantm class consists of three ships: Ovation of the Seas, Quantum of the Seas, and Anthem of the Seas.
Voyager Class is made up of five ships: the Adventure of the Seas, the Navigator of the Seas, the Mariner of the Seas, the Voyager of the Seas and finally the Explorer of the Seas.
Four ships make up the Radiance Class: the Brilliance of the Seas, the Radiance of the Seas, the Serenade of the Seas and finally the Jewel of the Seas.
The Vision Class has four ships: The Enchantment of the Seas, The Grandeur of the Seas, The Rhapsody of the Seas and The Vision of the Seas.
Four ships represent the Oasis Class: The Oasis of the Seas, The Allure of the Seas, The Harmony of the Seas and The Symphony of the Seas.
Royal Caribbean Cruise's Freedom Class has three ships: The Freedom of the Seas, The Liberty of the Seas and The Independence of the Seas.
Finally, the Sovereign and Empress Classes are composed of one boat each: respectively the Majesty of the Seas and the Empress of the Seas.
Cruise destinations by Royal
Caribbean Cruises
Royal Caribbean takes its passengers along the seas and oceans to give them a unique cruise experience in every destination they discover.
Middle East cruises
From the Great Mosque of Abu Dhabi to the pyramids of Egypt crossing the skyscrapers of Dubai, don't miss this grandiose destination that will take you both into the new technology of the future but also into the oriental past and its traditions.
Asia Cruises
The largest continent in the world offers you a cruise to India, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and Hong Kong that you should not miss!
North America cruises
Discover Alaska and its giant glaciers, the great forests of Canada, the most exciting cities in the world such as New York, San Francisco, Miami or Montreal.
Caraïbes and Bahamas cruises
The Caribbean, its turquoise waters and white sand welcome you for a real moment of relaxation. Imagine yourself with your cocktail, on the beach, your feet up and the sun warming you up, the dream, isn’t it?
Northern Europe Cruises
Marvel at the immensity of Northern Europe, the Fjords of Norway on a cruise, the typical villages of the Baltic States, or the canals of Amsterdam. Enjoy your Royal Caribbean cruise and take advantage to admire the omnipresent nature of northern Europe.
Pacific Cruises
Discover Australia and its coral reef, Hawaii and its volcanoes, New Zealand and its landscapes. The Pacific Islands have so much to teach us that you certainly will come back (on a Royal Caribbean cruise, of course!)
Mediterranean cruises
The beauty of the Mediterranean landscapes right in front of your eyes, a stone's throw from your home! The Mediterranean sun will warm you up during a cruise through the most emblematic countries of Southern Europe: Italy, France, Spain, Greece, and many others.
Atlantic cruises
Royal Caribbean Cruises takes you along the Atlantic Ocean, to the United Kingdom, the Canary Islands, or the island of Tenerife. Don't wait any longer to discover these small islands.
Restaurants onboard the ships of Royal Caribbean Cruises
Eating onboard Royal Caribbean Cruises
Whatever your desires are, Royal Caribbean will satisfy them! Romantic restaurant for a date or a restaurant with friends, you will have a wide choice on board and in every class.
Numerous restaurants welcome you morning, noon and night to enjoy a real meal. The price of some restaurants is already included in your cruise such as the Silk, the American Icon Grill, the Chic or the Grande Restaurant... (non exhaustive list).
To eat at Wonderland, Michael's Genuine Pub, 150 Central Park or even Jamie's Italian, you will have to pay extra. All the cuisines of the world on the same boat, the opportunity to travel without moving from your chair (and your boat), a real gastronomic world tour in one cruise! It is strongly recommended to book in advance to eat in these restaurants.
Royal Caribbean’s drinks and beverages packages
Several drinks packages are available for passengers on board offering several possibilities: drinking a cocktail, a glass of wine or simply quenching your thirst with a soda.
All-inclusive package / Ultimate Package: Thanks to this package, all wines, cocktails, beers, fruit juices, coffees, teas and bottled waters are available for unlimited consumption, with no restrictions. A glass of Coca-Cola will be offered as a gift.
Soda package / Royal Refreshment Package: You have unlimited access to the soda fountains with this package, you will also receive a free glass of Coca-Cola.
Water package / Bottled Water Package: These Evian packs are available at any time of the day with this package. In quantities of 12 or 24 bottles, the choice is yours.
Non-alcoholic beverage package / Royal Replenish: Enjoy soft drinks as much as you want, any time of the day with this package. Unlimited coffees, teas, juices and sodas for your greatest pleasure!
Features of Royal Caribbean Cruises
Entertainment onboard with Royal Caribbean Cruises!
Royal Caribbean Cruises ships stand out for the variety of services and entertainment on board. The ships are equipped with an excellent wifi connection on board everywhere at sea. Royal Caribbean ships also offer one of the widest choices of activities: There is no way that you feel bored on board. Passengers can have fun at the SeaPlew (a bumper car track), get sensations at the free-fall simulator, the RipCord by iFly, but also try the surfing simulator or even the zipline! There is something for everyone on board Royal Caribbean ships.
For those who are not so playful, they can take advantage of "quieter" activities such as the theater, the casino, the spa to relax or the gym and wellness to let off steam after a long day of excursions.
