Ship reviews Independence of the Seas, Royal Caribbean

Star of the Seas

Icon of the Seas

On Icon of the Seas, you and your family can have the time of your life, don't you think? Let your adrenaline surge at the largest waterpark at sea, pick from 7 different pools to satisfy any mood, and fuel bolder bonding at Surfside, the ultimate stay-all-day family-friendly neighbourhood right onb...

Utopia of the Seas

imagined. No craving goes unsatisfied with over 40 ways to dine and drink. New chart-topping showstoppers blow your mind on stage, ice, water and air. You’ll earn bragging rights daily with 17 adrenaline-pumping slides onboard and onshore at our award-winning private island Perfect Day at CocoCay. T...

Wonder of the Seas

The New and amazing Wonder of the Seas will start sailing in March 2022 around the Caribbean from Fort Lauderdale offering a mix of 7-Night Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day and 7 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day.  And in May 2022, this fantastic ship will be coming to Europe to sail the Western ...

Odyssey of the Seas

The new Odyssey of the Seas℠ debuts in Miami (Fort Lauderdale) starting fall 2020 with teched-out thrills on every deck.Float on air in RipCord®by iFLY® on your way to Perfect Day at CocoCay. Scope out Aruba and Curaçao from 300 feet up in the North Star®. And experience even more favorites on the f...

Navigator of the Seas

There are plenty of treats in order at the Day Spa and Fitness Centre, and for a lovely low-key time just spend some time wandering along Royal Promenade with its cafés and shops. Let the kids have some seaside fun at the Adventure Beach family area (they'll love the slide), or enjoy a bit of health...

Oasis of the Seas

Are you dreaming of the perfect holiday? Then you need to get onboard the stunning Oasis of the Seas, full of innovations that include incredible neighbourhoods with great amazing activities so you and your family never get bored. The Boardwalk, the AquaTheater, the zipline, the rockwall, the surf s...

Spectrum of the Seas

Following in the waves made by the show-stopping Quantum Class ships, Spectrum of the Seas® has all the features you love! Right now, Spectrum of the Seas® sails around in Asia – which is where she’ll call home – and she is going an extraordinary hit.

Mariner of the Seas

Relax in Mariner of the Seas free sauna and streamroom, or dance the night away in the nightclub. Iice-skating, in-line skating, golf, rock climbing, football, basketball and volleyball and fantastic theatre shows - you´ll be spoilt for choice. Watch the sun set with a cocktail from one of the many ...

Symphony of the Seas

New gastronomic concepts, innovative family activities, impressive air, ice and water shows, as well as the most complete family suite at sea. These exclusive experiences join the already famous Bionic Bar served by robots, the iconic Aqua Theater and the Ultimate Abyss, the highest slide at sea; al...

Jewel of the Seas

The Sports Court has full-sized basketball and volleyball areas and the climbing wall gives everyone a challenge to overcome. Feel fantastic after a treatment at the Day Spa, and when the sun goes down have a game of pool on self-levelling tables at the Colony Club. The Adventure Ocean® facilities a...

Ovation of the Seas

There are hundreds of reasons to book your 2016 holiday with Royal Caribbean, and their brand new ship Ovation of the SeasSM is just one more! Sailing to France, Belgium and Spain on two exciting taster sailings directly from the UK as well as offering the exciting Global Odyssey, a 52 day journey t...

Anthem of the Seas

Boasting an incredible range of groundbreaking features (with state-of-the-art technology, transformative venues, and the industry´s first-ever Virtual Balcony staterooms),  this ship guarantees the experience of a lifetime offering the most amazing activities and entertainment. Yesterday’s roller s...

Freedom of the Seas

Challenge the family to a round of Mini Golf, go see a show, or do a little shopping as you wander down the Royal Promenade. And you can let kids loose in Adventure Ocean® anytime. Catch the latest films in the 3-D cinema to live the action. Or lap up a movie at the Poolside Screen. Catch the perfec...

Harmony of the Seas

With three brand new, multi-storey waterslides, the groundbreaking Bionic Bar — where robots mix your drinks, Suite Sun Zone and Coastal Kitchen restaurant (exclusively for suite guests), and a wealth of delicious dining options, whatever kind of holiday you’re looking for, you’ll find it onboard th...

Quantum of the Seas

Prepare to be WOWED! Become one of the very first to make a Quantum leap forward and experience the wow-making, industry-leading activities and breathtaking spaces onboard. Sailing from the New York area, Quantum of the Seas itineraries capture the most desired after destinations in the Caribbean, B...

Voyager of the Seas

For some family fun you can enjoy a round of mini golf, watch a show, give your children an amazing day at Adventure Ocean®, or let your older ones have a dance at the teen disco. For some grown-up fun there are bars and lounges and the Casino Royale in which to while away the night. And if you fanc...

Allure of the Seas

Immerse yourself in the seven individual neighbourhoods including Central Park, the first park at sea with over 12,000 live plants or take in the spectacular two-storey views in the Loft Suites. You can shoot down the Zipline way above the ship or surf the breakers on one of the two amazing FlowRide...

Liberty of the Seas

Designed with pure pleasure in mind, you´ll start to relax as soon as you arrive. As you´d expect from one of the world´s biggest cruise ships, there´s no shortage of things to do. There´s the incredible H2O ZoneSM water park, spectacular hanging whirlpools, a surf park and a Vitality Wellness Progr...

Vision of the Seas

Five new dining concepts, an aerial entertainment experience, and multiple advancements in technology are just some of the incredible additions to this ship. A much-loved favourite onboard is the Viking Crown Lounge, at 150 feet above the waves with a 360-degree panoramic vista. Kids can have fun in...

Serenade of the Seas

Serenade of the Seas feels fresh and sophisticated.The Sports Court has full-sized basketball and volleyball areas for serious play, and the climbing wall gives everyone a challenge to overcome. Feel fantastic after a treatment at the Day Spa, and when the sun goes down have a game of pool on self-l...

Brilliance of the Seas

Enjoy the stunning sea views visible through the glass lifts and floor to ceiling windows and modern interior design and contemporary collection of artwork and sculptures. And there is so much to do on board. Kids can have play and enjoy themselves in the fully supervised Adventure Ocean® Youth Prog...

Adventure of the Seas

Adventure of the Seas® is all about choice, with so much to do onboard. The Royal Promenade is a great spot for a relaxing, wandering, perhaps with some shopping, a spot of lunch or a well deserved cocktail. Adventure of the Seas® has a great choice of places to eat, from fine Italian food to 50s-st...

Radiance of the Seas

The newly renovated Radiance of the Seas®, with acres of glass enclosing the nine-story central atrium, elevators facing the sea, and floor-to-ceiling windows throughout, offers you incredible views, plus eight new dining experiences. Other new features include a Royal Babies and TotsSM Nursery, dai...

Explorer of the Seas

Explorer of the SeasSM has the capacity and variety to satisfy every taste. Good food your passion? Take your pick of some outstanding restaurants serving everything from high-quality Italian food to Classic American burgers in a retro setting. Explorer of the Seas has plenty to entertain you: climb...

Enchantment of the Seas

If thrill-seeking action or chilled relaxation are your thing, then prepare to be enchanted on board Enchantment of the Seas. Bungee Trampolines, a rock climbing wall and suspension bridges to an expanded pool deck area, solarium and luxurious spa, there is plenty to do on board Enchantment of the S...

Rhapsody of the Seas

Indulge yourself on Rhapsody of the Seas; 11 decks of activity, entertainment, dinning and stylish accommodation.At the Sports Court you can enjoy your favourite games on full-sized courts, and at the Fitness Centre exert yourself in any way you fancy. Lie back or swim in the breathtaking open-roofe...

Grandeur of the Seas

Grandeur of the Seas is back in action after a $48 million refurbishment in May 2012 and now boasts: A lively new entertainment area, the Centrum, where aerialists glide through the five-story atrium. New dining venues, including Giovanni´s Table (Italian), Izumi Asian Cuisine, Park Café (for lite b...