Royal Caribbean

Royal Caribbean is one of the world's most popular cruise lines. They have cruises and cruise ships to suit families, couples, singles and all age groups.
What Royal Caribbean does differently is to ensure that passengers have everything they could possibly want on board the ship. If you were never to set foot in one of the exotic ports of call, they want you to go home knowing you have had an outstanding holiday and will return for more.

Passenger reviews of Royal Caribbean cruises regularly cite the on board activities as the reason they keep coming back to this cruise line. Activities include rock climbing walls, ice rink, wave riding machines, shopping malls, all manner of swimming pools, theaters, cinemas, restaurants, bars and more.

Royal Caribbean keep pushing the boundaries of what can be done with a cruise ship. The sister ships of Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas are the largest cruise ships in the world. Oasis of the Seas can hold 5400 passengers in a dazzling array of cabins and staterooms.

The cruise line is not restricted to the Caribbean either. They offer cruises to the Canaries, Mediterranean, Middle East, the Caribbean, both coasts of the USA and Canada and Alaska. The program keeps growing too. There are more and more Royal Caribbean cruises from the UK and this is a very popular options for UK cruise passengers.

They also link in flights from many UK airports to link up to further afield cruises. This allows passengers to pick any of their cruises and still go through an easy booking process that covers all the travel arrangements.

Royal Caribbean Ships

Adventure of the Seas Cruises
Adventure of the Seas holds 3840 passengers on 14 passenger decks. Dining options include a specialty restaurant, dining room, a buffet, an ice cream parlor and a pizzeria. Internet and Wifi are available. There are three swimming pools and a kids pool. The ship also has 7 hot tubs a sauna, spa and steam room. There are 12 bars on board as well as a cinema, two clubs, a library. Catering for families, there are children's programs available.

Allure of the Seas Cruises

The Allure of the seas is one of the two largest passenger ships in the world, holding a massive 5400 passengers. If it's available on Royal Caribbean, you'll find it on the Allure. It's like a floating holiday resort with 16 passenger decks. The ship is split into neighborhoods to help passengers orientate themselves. Countless bars, restaurants, shops, leisure activities and a great family program make this a real favorite with families.

Brilliance of the Seas Cruises

Brilliance of the Seas. This ship is widely considered to be the best looking of the fleet. There are a large proportion of outside cabins on this ship so it's easier to get that sea view every cruise passenger desires. The ship does have a rock climbing wall as well as a plethora of dining options and bars. One of the smaller ships, Brilliance holds 2112 passengers in relatively roomy cabins.


Enchantment of the Seas Cruises

This amazing ship was actually cut in half and extended by 73 feet in 2005. This made room for a lot of extra staterooms but also some new features like bridges over the swimming pool and walkways that extend over the sea. This is also a smaller more intimate ship holding 2252 guests on 11 passenger decks.

Explorer of the Seas Cruises
The Explorer of the Seas is an impressive ship holding 3114 passengers on 15 passenger decks. This is one of the Royal Caribbean ships boasting an ice rink, and also has a basketball court, climbing wall, three pools, and a mini golf course.

Freedom of the Seas Cruises
Freedom of the Seas might no longer be the largest cruise ship but it's still one of the best for a cruise holiday. With on-board surfing, boxing ring and ice rink to keep you occupied as well as the plethora of dining options, bars and entertainment venues, you might find yourself reluctant to leave on shore excursions. The Freedom holds 3634 guests.

Grandeur of the Seas Cruises
The Grandeur of the Seas might be one of the smaller ships in the fleet but it is no less fun for a cruise holiday. Flooded with light from a well designed atrium and series of skylights, it is far from being a claustrophobic experience when you are on board. The Grandeur carries 1950 passengers.

Independence of the Seas Cruises
Independence is one of the most popular of the ships in the fleet. It is an amazing vessel with lots of room. There are plenty of adult only spaces and areas devoted to kids and families so that everyone can enjoy their holiday on board. Independence can carry 3634 guests. The ship specialises in cruises from Southampton and as such is a favorite with UK holidaymakers.

Jewel of the Seas Cruises
The Jewel of the Seas is another ship that was designed to let light flood through all the indoor areas which helps give it a bright and spacious feel. There are indoor and outdoor dining options. Golf and climbing are amongst the activities available and if you're feeling less energetic why not catch a show or have a go in the casino. The Jewel carries 2112 guests.

Legend of the Seas Cruises
The Legend is one of the Royal Caribbean ships that offers balconies in many different classes of cabins so it's easier to get that personal outside space no matter what your budget is for your cruise holiday. Golf and climbing are available as well as bars, clubs, restaurants etc. There is also a great kids program. The Legend carries 1800 passengers.

Liberty of the Seas Cruises
The Liberty of the Seas is one of the great ships for a family. As one of the larger ships in the fleet with capacity for 3634 guests it also has some of the best facilities. This ship contains the Flowrider surf simulator, boxing ring and amazing pool facilities. Also on-board your kids will come face to face with their favourite Dreamworks characters such as Kung-Fu Panda and Shrek.

Majesty of the Seas Cruises
One of the smaller ships in the fleet, the Majesty of the Seas still holds 2350 guests. It has a climbing wall, basketball court, two pools, spa and running track. This might be the ship you'd choose if you were looking for a more intimate cruise experience.

Mariner of the Seas Cruises
The Mariner of the Seas is a larger ship boasting both an ice rink and an in-line skating track amongst its many activities on board which also include football, basketball and volleyball. The casino is always popular on this ship as are the many bars and restaurants. The Mariner holds 3114 guests on its cruises.

Monarch of the Seas Cruises
The Monarch of the Seas is one of the smaller more intimate cruise ships in the fleet but it still holds some 2390 guests. The ship boasts two good size swimming pools, a sports deck and a basketball court.

Navigator of the Seas Cruises
The Navigator is another one of the Voyager class of vessels that boasts both ice rink and in-line skating track. Kids are well catered for here with the Adventure Beach family area complete with impressive water slide and the mini-gold course.

Oasis of the Seas Cruises
As the largest passenger ship in the world, Oasis is impressive on so many levels. It might be vast but guests are as well catered for on this ship as on any of the other ships on the Royal Caribbean fleet. Keep occupied relaxing in the gardens of central park or shopping in the mall. The facilities are endless. Oasis of the seas carries 5400 passengers and cruises mostly in the Caribbean.

Radiance of the Seas Cruises
Radiance of the seas is another bright and spacious ship with loads to do for families and everyone else. There is room for 2531 passengers on board. The ship contains a nursery so that parents of younger kids can enjoy a little personal time as well as great water facilities and all the dining and entertainment you would expect on this cruise line.

Rhapsody of the Seas Cruises
The Rhapsody of the seas is a vision class ship which means lots of glass, great views and a smaller, more intimate cruise experience. The Rhapsody is equipped with loads of entertainment and activities and also includes the viking lounge from which you can enjoy spectacular 360 degree views of the ocean. Rhapsody can carry 1998 guests.

Serenade of the Seas Cruises
The Serenade of the Seas is a more sophisticated ship but don't mistake that for meaning not fun. All the great features found on other ships are also here including pools, golf, bars, restaurants. The ship was designed for maximum spaciousness also, incorporating glass everywhere, even in the lifts. Serenade holds 2110 guests in sumptuous surroundings.

Splendour of the Seas Cruises
The Splendour of the Seas sails to destinations everywhere and offers one of the smaller cruise ship experiences. Holding 2076 guests, the Splendour has a relaxed and friendly atmosphere perfect for families.

Vision of the Seas Cruises
The Vision of the Seas is similar to the Splendour. You can't fail to be impressed at the glass covered atrium or the view from the Viking lounge as you sip a cocktail at sunset.

Voyager of the Seas Cruises
The Voyager of the Seas carries an amazing choice of activities including an ice rink and climbing wall. The Voyager is known for it's huge choice of dining allowing you to sample a world of different cuisine options.
There is plenty to do for young and older kids as well as adults wanting to relax and enjoy the pace of life on a cruise.

Royal Caribbean Videos

Before you choose which ship you want to sail on, browse through some of the videos of the fleet.

Reviews

Here's what people say about Royal Caribbean:

Cruise.co.uk rate them at 4/5 based on over 5000 reviews.
Cruise Critic have over 11000 review of Royal Caribbean holidays
Review Center rates the Independence 4/5 based on over 100 reviews