Tagged: Royal Caribbean International

Royal Caribbean International’s newest ship, “Odyssey of the Seas”, will deliver a bold lineup of sought-after destinations as the first Quantum Ultra Class ship to homeport in Rome and sail through the Eastern Mediterranean for the summer season. (more…)

Passengers disembarking a luxury cruise ship at the centre of the New Zealand volcano tragedy have told of a desperate wait for information after fellow travellers were fatally caught on White Island on a tour when the eruption occurred. (9news.com.au)

Some of the victims of Monday’s volcanic eruption in New Zealand were passengers from a Royal Caribbean cruise ship. That’s now raising questions about the liability of cruise lines and the excursion companies they contract with. (cbsnews.com)

For all the sunny and calm conditions to welcome the Ovation of the Seas to Wellington on Thursday morning, a gloomy pall hung over the cruise ship, its journey forever marked by tragedy and pain only a few days earlier. (stuff.co.nz)

Passengers from Ovation of the Seas are among the injured and missing people, and at least five tourists have died, after a volcano erupted today (Dec.9) on New Zealand’s Whakaari (White Island). Around 50 visitors were on or near the island at the time of the eruption, and 23 of those people have since been transported to shore, including the five deceased and 18 injured, according to a NZ Herald report. (cruisecritic.co.uk)

Royal Caribbean International’s iconic Oasis of the Seas, the ship that revolutionized the cruise industry, has made a splash in its return to South Florida with a $165 million new look. (more…)

Royal Caribbean International’s 2021-2022 season will bring guests the biggest Caribbean adventure ever. Travelers will vacation to new heights with newly amplified ships, shorter itineraries and more – all packed with thrills for the entire family. (more…)

A mega-liner is heading to sea after mechanical issues stopped it near the mouth of Wellington harbour. The Ovation of the Seas – the largest cruise ship to regularly visit Wellington – came into trouble Monday evening. (stuff.co.nz)

The Wonder of the Seas is set to star in the Chinese market when the fifth Oasis-class ship debuts in Shanghai in mid 2021. According to Dr. Zinan Liu, chairman of Royal Caribbean Cruises Asia, discussions are ongoing regarding Southern homeports for a winter program, including both Guangzhou and Hong Kong. (cruiseindustrynews.com)

Royal Caribbean International invites travelers of all ages to discover Europe like never before in summer 2021 with 70% new itineraries that feature a new mix of destinations on seven ships. (more…)

Go behind the scenes in Cadiz, Spain for a look at Royal Caribbean International’s largest amplification to date. (more…)

70000 Tons Of Metal, The Original, The World’s Biggest Heavy Metal Cruise, is deeply honored and humbled to have the opportunity to host a legendary figure in the history of metal guitar on board #RoundX: They welcome the distinguished Michael Schenker, alongside his entourage in Michael Schenker Fest, aboard for 2020. (stage.bravewords.com)

Royal Caribbean has told passengers aboard its ship Explorer of the Seas that they will not be calling at Vigo or La Coruña in Spain. And instead of docking in Southampton next Tuesday morning, 5 November, they will spend an extra three nights on board. (independent.co.uk)

If you follow 70000 Tons Of Metal, the world’s biggest heavy metal cruise, on social media, you may have noticed that they are notorious for using the term “soon” when it comes to their festival announcements. This year, they really stretched the meaning of “soon,” with fans waiting in anticipation for the lineup and sale dates. Well, the new “soon” is now… (blabbermouth.net)

Royal Caribbean International is setting an uncharted course for adventure with the cruise line’s newest ship, Odyssey of the Seas. The first Quantum Ultra Class ship to arrive in North America will tout a brand-new look to match the fleet’s most action-packed top deck to date, and a mix of record-holding hits and groundbreaking firsts for a game-changing cruise vacation. (more…)

Royal Caribbean has announced plans for new spa staterooms and a new feature that will make it easier for travel advisors to booking connecting staterooms. The cruise line said it will offer the new spa staterooms on its Radiance-, Voyager-, Freedom-, Oasis-, Quantum- and Quantum Ultra-class ships. (travelagentcentral.com)

Vanuatu, one of the natural gems of the South Pacific, will be the new home of Royal Caribbean’s newest private island destination – Perfect Day at Lelepa, Vanuatu. (more…)

Sobbing families said they were “treated like criminals” by border staff at Beijing Airport after flying in to join a 12-day Royal Caribbean cruise. They had been told they would be able to enter the country under a 144-hour visa exemption system that would allow them to spend three days sightseeing before boarding Quantum of the Seas. (express.co.uk)

Royal Caribbean International’s newly amplified Navigator of the Seas is sailing from her year-round home in Miami with a $115 million new look. (more…)

From coast to coast and bow to stern, Royal Caribbean International’s Explorer of the Seas will sail the Eastern Mediterranean in style come summer 2020. The cruise line has released details of the ship’s upcoming $110 million amplification that will debut a mix of unparalleled feats and Royal Caribbean hits. (more…)

Royal Caribbean International will dial up the adventure in South Florida in fall 2020 with the debut of the highly anticipated Odyssey of the Seas – the first Quantum Ultra Class ship to arrive in North America. (more…)

Royal Caribbean International has announced the high-energy features and guest favorites that will come aboard, including “The Perfect Storm” duo of waterslides, a redesigned “Caribbean poolscape”, a new take on a signature venue with “Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen” and completely transformed kids and teens spaces. (more…)

With the smashing success of “Perfect Day at CocoCay”, Royal Caribbean International is celebrating 100 days of Perfect Day with a double dose of adventure. The cruise line has revealed new, 4-night itineraries that now tout two visits to the industry’s leading private island destination. (more…)

More than 30 Royal Caribbean cruise itineraries have been altered in response to a propulsion pod issue on Allure of the Seas. The problem has caused the ship to sail at reduced speeds, prompting itinerary changes. In order for ports to accommodate Allure’s new schedule, tweaks were also made to voyages for some of the line’s other ships. (cruisecritic.co.uk)

Travelers can soon take in Europe’s historic destinations from a bold, new perspective on board the amplified Allure of the Seas. Royal Caribbean International has revealed the signature feats and innovative experiences coming to the renowned Oasis Class ship as part of a 58-day, $165 million transformation. (more…)

Cruise ship fans who love Jane McDonald are in for a treat as an exclusive cruise with the star is revealed. Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas is inviting fans on a 2020 cruise to France, Spain and Portugal. (express.co.uk)

Adventures in the South Pacific will take on a whole new meaning with the highly anticipated arrival of a bolder-than-ever Voyager of the Seas this fall. Royal Caribbean International has revealed a $97 million new look with a lineup of first-to-market features for the region’s debut amplified ship. (more…)