Sunday, August 5, 2007

Weekend's Business Lifestyle: Royal Caribbean Cruise Ships


Royal Caribbean - Adventure on a Grand Scale

Okay, so you probably have a rough idea of what you think cruising is all about. But be prepared, because we constantly hear from our first-time cruisers that they're totally surprised once they get onboard.

Our cruise ships are some of the most innovative in the industry - they're bigger and brighter, with a lot more open spaces and private balconies. Our onboard and shoreside activities appeal to everyone from the rock climber, to the sun worshiper.

Freedom of the Seas

Experience our largest, most innovative ship yet, Freedom of the Seas! This Royal Caribbean International masterpiece of naval engineering features the first-ever onboard surf park at sea; cantilevered whirlpools that extend 12 feet beyond the sides of the ship; the H2O Zone® waterpark, complete with interactive sculpture fountains, ground geysers and a cascading waterfall; our largest rock-climbing wall, with eleven routes and a central spire you can swing around; and so much more! Extensive WiFi capabilities and connectivity for cell phones will also be available, as well as flat-screen TVs in every stateroom. You've got to see this ship to believe it.

Ship highlights:

Maiden Voyage: June 4, 2006
Passenger Capacity: 3,634 double occupancy
Godmother: Katherine Louise Calder
Gross Tonnage: 160,000
Length: 1,112'
Max Beam: 184'
Draft: 28'
Cruising Speed: 21.6 knots

Voyager of the Seas

This ship is a revolutionary marvel of naval engineering. Enjoy one-of-a-kind features like an ice-skating rink, the Royal Promenade and a rock-climbing wall, just for starters. How did we accommodate all of these innovative ideas? Simple. We built a bigger cruise ship. The 138,000-ton, 3,114-guest Voyager of the Seas became the world's largest cruise ship when it entered service in November 1999. Innovations on this and other Voyager-family ships add up to more space for every guest, and include enhanced staterooms, expanded dining options and exceptional recreational facilities.

Ship highlights:

Maiden Voyage: November 21, 1999
Passenger Capacity: 3,114
Godmother: Katarina Witt
Gross Tonnage: 138,000
Length: 1020'
Max Beam: 156'
Draft: 29'
Cruising Speed: 23.7 knots

Radiance of the Seas

Royal Caribbean's Radiance of the Seas offers the ultimate "at sea" experience by combining speed, added comfort, greater open spaces, sweeping ocean vistas and an exceptional cruise staff committed to serving your every whim. Among her spectacular features are the 10-story glass-constructed Centrum, glass elevators facing the sea, and the highest percentage of outside staterooms in the Royal Caribbean fleet.

Ship highlights:

Maiden Voyage: March 10, 2001
Passenger Capacity: 2,501
Godmother: Margot Pritzker
Gross Tonnage: 90,090
Length: 962'
Beam: 105.6'
Draft: 26.7'
Cruising Speed: 25 knots
Vision of the Seas

Thousands of windows showcase the world's most memorable coastlines and ports. Whether you're cruising the Inside Passage or docked in Cozumel, you'll never lose sight of the reason you came aboard. The 2,435-guest Vision of the Seas has beautiful onboard amenities too. There's the very soothing ShipShape® Day Spa, two pools, six whirlpools, and the Masquerade Theatre, which features nightly entertainment, like contemporary musical stage productions. And that's just the beginning of your cruise vacation.

Ship highlights:

Maiden Voyage: May 2, 1998
Passenger Capacity: 2,435
Godmother: Helen Morin Stephan
Gross Tonnage: 78,491
Length: 915'
Beam: 105.6'
Draft: 25'
Cruising Speed: 22 knots

Sovereign of the Seas

After a complete refurbishment, Sovereign of the Seas is back in action, sailing to the Bahamas and offering the best in onboard entertainment and accommodations. Take advantage of the new ShipShape Fitness Center and full-service Sovereign Day Spa. Feel the Latin beat at Boleros, shoot some hoops or scale the rock-climbing wall. With new teen lounges, renovated staterooms, Seattle's Best Coffee®, Ben & Jerry's® ice cream and more, this remarkable ship is primed for your ultimate vacation adventure.

Ship highlights:

Maiden Voyage: January 16, 1988
Passenger Capacity: 2,852
Godmother: Rosalynn Carter
Gross Tonnage: 73,192
Length: 880'
Beam: 106'
Draft: 25'
Cruising Speed: 19 knots

Empress of the Seas

Empress of the Seas may be smaller than our other ships, but don't let its size fool you. You'll find everything you've come to expect onboard a Royal Caribbean ship, like panoramic ocean views from the two-story ShipShape® Day Spa and Fitness Center, romantic dinners in Portofino, our specialty Italian restaurant and dancing in the Latin-themed bar, Boleros. Its unique combination of smaller size and amazing amenities has put Empress of the Seas in a league of its own.

Ship highlights:

Maiden Voyage: June 25, 1990
Passenger Capacity: 2,020
Godmother: Gloria Estefan
Gross Tonnage: 48,563
Length: 692'
Beam: 100'
Draft: 25'
Cruising Speed: 19.5 knots

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