Royal Caribbean is currently advertising for lifeguards to man the pools on Ovation of the Seas. After a number of drownings on the Miami-based cruise company’s ships, the line has taken steps to protect passengers from any more incidents. Last year, an eight-year-old child died in June aboard Anthem of the Seas after he was … Read more
Remember when you turned up at the bar of your regular small ship line, and the barman reached for your favourite beer and asked: “Same again?” You arrived at breakfast, and the Maitre’d shook your hand and asked: “Eggs over easy, right?” Right! It was all part of the magic of cruise ships. You could dine … Read more
She is the fourth largest ship in the world and the biggest to ever sail in Australian waters – Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas arrived in Sydney yesterday. Cruise Passenger has sailed on Ovation during her float out in Germany as well as her inaugural cruise in Singapore. But yesterday, we were also lucky enough … Read more
Despite being launched back in 1998, Vision of the Seas still upholds its title as one of the freshest and innovative ships in the line. During her dry dock in 2013, Vision of the Seas has been decked with the Royal Caribbean staples – more dining options like Giovanni’s, Izumi, and Chops Grille; R Bar, … Read more
The core of the Majesty of the Seas is its very experience dating from its maiden voyage of 1992. This smartly streamlined cruise ship is well-accustomed to casual, short cruises for a wide range of passengers, especially for families. For a primed ship, over-all deck atmosphere is casual and comfortable with clean cut interiors and … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1475210821741{padding-bottom: 5% !important;}”]Second of five in the Voyager-class Series, Explorer of the Seas adopted a resort concept brimmed with facilities, activities and entertainment. After a major 2014 refit, amenities now include a skating rink, concert venue, TV studio, spa and solarium complex, a shopping boulevard, 3D movie theatre, outdoor movie screen, wedding chapel and … Read more
The 4,180-passenger Anthem of the Seas is the second ship to debut in Royal Caribbean’s Quantum Class series. Anthem is a ship that is big, bold, and beautiful, with a touch of whimsy. Reminiscent of a Las Vegas hotel, the general atmosphere on board is a perfect balance between modern sophistication and straight-up fun. Anthem … Read more
Quantum of the Seas is known for its latest technology – from hydrodynamic design, hull shape, low emissions and its low fuel consumption. Two of her highlights are the London Eye-inspired gondola called the North Star, attached to a mechanical arm 91 metres above sea level it gives the passengers a 360 degree bird’s-eye view … Read more
Despite being one of the smallest and oldest vessels in the line, Rhapsody of the Seas does not cease to draw a crowd of high-spirited couples as well as families. Since its 2012 refurb, Rhapsody now sports most of the Royal Caribbean signature amenities like the alfresco LED video wall, more specialty dining venues, and … Read more
She's the most specious ship yet from luxury line Oceania Cruises. James Sitters tells Rose Kelly and Peter Lynch what's on board the new class of ship, including restaurants, spas and suites.
