If action-packed adventure is you’re idea of a fantastic holiday, then with Royal Caribbean International you’re in the right place. From the minute you set eyes on your awe-inspiring ship, you know you’re in for an amazing cruise holiday. Every ship has its own rock-climbing wall – just imagine the spectacular sea views from the top (if you have the nerves to get there). If you love heights, some ships also offer a zip wire, where you can fly above other cruisers, but remember to hold on! Prefer to stay closer to the ground? The brilliant Flowrider® is a surf simulator where you can catch the waves and learn how not to wipeout. Try it on Freedom and Oasis class ships. If you still have energy to burn, visit the Sports Deck to shoot some hoops, or go for a jog around the running track.
If your idea of a perfect cruise holiday revolves around relaxation, then never fear – Royal Caribbean International will cater to your every whim. The luxurious spa is a place of pure indulgence, offering the latest treatments to leave you feeling rejuvenated and looking great from your head to your toes. Don’t forget to compliment it with a yoga class in the fitness centre.
The Explorer Academy a great way to learn new skills and hobbies on-board. From Salsa dancing to Ice Skating, playing the keyboard to making jewellery, napkin folding to wine tasting – you’re sure to find something for you.
With all that exercise and relaxation, you will really work up an appetite. And the award-winning cuisine on a Royal Caribbean International cruise is sure to satisfy even the hungriest of bellies and fussiest of tastes. With My Time Dining, you can be flexible about when you eat – so spend that extra hour by the pool if you want. Or, if you prefer, the traditional dining option will give you a set table at a set time all week – the perfect way to get to know other guests while getting the kids into an evening routine. Whichever you prefer, you’ll receive sumptuous food in an attractive restaurant, served with Royal Caribbean’s signature Gold Anchor Service®.
After dinner, go to the theatre to see a spectacular show put on by world-class entertainers. Rivalling the West End and Las Vegas, Royal Caribbean Productions put on the best performances of any cruise line. Take for example the astonishing flying show “In the Air” that features on Liberty of the Seas, or the stunning Ice Show on Navigator of the Seas. Plus, on all ships there are hilarious comedians, toe-tapping musicals and renowned live bands. If that’s not enough, the extravagant parades will leave the whole family cheering for more.
Gill’s View
With 21 different cruise ships visiting 280 ports in 81 countries on six continents, Royal Caribbean has cornered the cruise holiday market. Their innovative ideas, magnificent designs and abundance of on-board adventures guarantee that you’ll never be bored, and will always be impressed.
Suitable For
First-timers who’re unsure if they’ll enjoy cruising often try Royal Caribbean, with their reputation of being a far cry from the typical cruise line. And they’re never disappointed as there’s just so much to do and explore. Once you’ve been on a Royal Caribbean International cruise, it’s highly likely you’ll do it again and again, joining those families and couples who choose this winning formula year after year.
History
Royal Caribbean International was established in 1968 when three Norwegian shipping companies - Anders Wilhelmsen and Company, I.M. Skauge and Company and Gotaas Larsen – joined forces to form a modern cruise line. It has successfully become one of the best known and best loved cruise lines in the world. Now boasting the world’s largest passenger ships, its own private destinations and industry firsts like the climbing walls, we are sure that this cruise line will be making history for years to come.
