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We sail the
globe. We’re used to thinking in epic proportions. Dazzling shows. Historic
sites. And scenery no postcard could do justice. Sports, saunas and spas.
Fine dining and dancing. The list of what our vacations included goes
on and on. No one else sails the world like Royal Caribbean. No wonder
our thoughts about vacations are just a bit more far-reaching.
Come see
the world with us. Walk on a glacier. Daydream under a Banyan tree. Explore
the Old World in cathedrals and cobblestone streets, or New England’s
glorious fall colors. Go shopping on the Rivera or hiking in Scandinavia.
Watch the sun rise over the Atlantic and the moonshine in the Pacific,
all in one day. The choices are as limitless as the world all around.
And yet, where you go is only the beginning of what our vacations include.
We think of everything, from romantic moonlight dances to family pizza
parties, from outrageous comedy to fascinating history. It’s all here
for you. So come sail the globe with Royal Caribbean. And find out how
well-rounded a vacation really can be!
Royal Caribbean International offers cruises to these destinations:
- Europe
- Alaska
- Hawaii
- Canada/New England
- Panama Canal
- Bermuda
- Mexican Riviera
- Caribbean
- The Bahamas
The Ships
Vision of the Seas
Rhapsody of the Seas
Splendour of the Seas
Legend of the Seas
Sovereign of the Seas
Nordic Empress
Grandeur of the Seas
Enchantment of the Seas
Voyager of the Seas
Majesty of the Seas
Monarch of the Seas
Song of America
Accommodations of staterooms vary in size and style. There are premium ocean views, ocean view rooms, and inside stateroom to choose. Standard features of all staterooms include two twin beds or one queen-size bed, private bathroom with shower and vanity area, and T.V., radio, and telephone.
Royal Caribbean General Information
- U.S. citizens are required to carry proof of citizenship.
- Royal Caribbean welcomes passengers with special needs and works hard to assist them throughout their vacation.
- Women entering their third trimester of pregnancy at the beginning of their cruise will not be accepted.
- No person under the age of 18 may sail on any cruise unless accompanied by a parent or guardian who is over the age of 25.
- Royal Caribbean encourages passengers to recognize excellence and we have a suggestion of tips in each brochure.
- There are designated smoking and non-smoking areas aboard ship and in the lounges and dining rooms.
What to pack?
Days on board are casual and you’ll be most comfortable in sports clothes
and resort wear. Bring a couple of swimsuits so you’ll always have a dry
one! Shoe should be low-heeled for deck activities. Evening wear has three
basic types of attire: Casual – sundress or slacks foe women; sport shirts
and slacks for men Smart Casual – dress or pantsuit for women; jackets
for men. Formal – cocktail dress for women; suits and ties, or tuxedos
for men.
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One of Royal Caribbean’s newest ships, inaugurated in May 1998. This ship offers a dramatic two-story dining room surrounded by windows and breathtaking views, two swimming pools, wrap-around views through expansive walls of glass, state-of-the-art fitness center, and an Egyptian-themed Solarium spa and pool covered by retractable glass canopy. You will be entertained in the Viking Crown Lounge in the evening.
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Inaugurated in May 1997, the Vision of the Seas ship plan was copied after Rhapsody. This ship offers a dramatic two-story dining room surrounded by windows and breathtaking views, two swimming pools, wraparound views through expansive walls of glass, state-of-the-art fitness center, and an Egyptian-themed Solarium spa and pool covered by retractable glass canopy. Entertainment awaits in the Broadway Melodies Theater.
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As on the other Royal Caribbean ships, the Splendour of the Seas has a dramatic two-story dining room, and extensive fitness center. Inaugurated in 1996, the Splendour has a miniature 18-hole golf course, Splendour of the Greens. The Solarium spa and pool has a retractable glass canopy. Over a quarter of staterooms have a private balcony.
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Royal Caribbean inaugurated Legend of the Seas in 1996 with the Romeo and Juliet two-story dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows. You will have wraparound views through expansive walls of glass, and can enjoy spa treatments under the retractable glass canopy of the Solarium. Test your golf skills at Legend of the Links, an 18-hole miniature golf course.
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Perched 14 decks above the sea, the Viking Crown Lounge offers spectacular vistas! The ShipShape fitness and spa will offer fitness training and relaxing massages and a sauna. Teens will enjoy the FantaSeas Teen Center with planned activities with our on board Youth Staff. Book your shore excursions at the Purser’s Square and enjoy the sites on your port calls of your cruise.
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Bring the kids to enjoy a year-round Adventure Ocean Youth Program in the Kid’s Konnection "space station" center. Enjoy nightly entertainment at the ‘Strike Up the Band’ Showroom or visit the Casino Royale to see if you’re a lucky gambler. Gather with new friends at The Centrum, a sweeping staircase with cascading waterfalls and glass elevators spanning seven stories.
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In the Observatory, this special stargazing area gives guests the opportunity to explore the heavens as well as the seas. Grandeur offers the FantaSeas Teen Center for a variety of activities for your teen. Stay on your fitness schedule in the Shipshape Fitness Center or enjoy a massage in the glass canopied Solarium. The Singin’ in the Rain Lounge offers sea views through walls of glass windows, and the Great Gatsby dining room embodies the carefree style and elegance of the 1920’s.
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Enjoy spectacular vistas and evening dancing in the Viking Crown Lounge or explore the stars and sea in the Observatory. For quiet evenings, the Champagne Bar is an elegant place to enjoy a glass (or two) of champagne. Lounge in the sun at the main pool or sit in the sauna after a massage in the fitness center. Catch a show in the Orpheum Theater or dance the night away in the Fascinating Rhythm Lounge. Whatever your pleasure, Enchantment has it for you!
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The largest of all the ships, Voyager has a passenger capacity of 3,114. Voyager offers a wide variety of services. On the highest point of the ship, you can say "I do" in the Skylight Chapel. Next to the 9-hole miniature golf course is the sports court to play a pick-up game of basketball or volleyball. Need some quiet reading, check out a book in the ship’s library. The heartbeat of the ship can be found on the Royal Promenade deck. This mall is a four-story, naturally lighted area lined with bars and shops. The dining room is three-tiered and ready to serve a wide variety of menu items.
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The Centrum, a seven-story atrium surrounded by bars, lounges and unique shops, is best compared to the lobby of a grand hotel. Try your hand at Caribbean stud poker in the Casino Royale or dance in the desert-theme Paint Your Wagon Lounge. Majesty is a full-service ship offering a children's playroom, a teen disco, and a sports deck above the gymnasium. Treat yourself to a massage, facial or manicure in the Fitness and Spa Center before dining in the Maytime Dining Room.
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While sailing the Caribbean, dining in the Flower Drum Room will make you reminiscent of the Far East or enjoy the feeling of Scottish heather tones and tartans in the Brigadoon Dining Room. The Sound of Music Lounge offers Broadway-style revues and headline entertainment. The Centrum, a seven-story atrium surrounded by bars, lounges and unique shops, is best compared to the lobby of a grand hotel. If you need an evening to relax, enjoy first-run movies in the cinema.
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Gracious and elegant, Song of America is one of our most popular and best-loved ships. The smallest of the fleet, you will cruise with 1,402 other passengers. For casual breakfast and luncheon dining, enjoy the open-air Verandah Café. The spacious pool deck has twin pools, two outdoor bars and a sunbathing platform. The Viking Lounge has wraparound views ten stories above sea level. The Shipshape facilities have extensive exercise equipment, jogging track, sauna and massage.
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