Independence of the Seas
Meet Independence of the Seas®, a marvel of maritime engineering, packed with all the phenomenal onboard experiences you'd expect from our Freedom class of ships – including the FlowRider® surf simulator, a rock-climbing wall, ice-skating rink, cantilevered whirlpools, Royal Promenade, mini golf course and much more. It's your most incredible holiday yet!
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Ship Profile
Amenities
- 110/220 electrical outlets
- Computer Jack
- Flat Screen Television
- Hair Dryer
- Individually controlled air conditioning
- Mini Bar
- Telephone
Ship Details
- Cruise Type: Contemporary
- Maiden Voyage: May 2008
- Refurbished: 2017
- Tonnage: 160,000 tonnes
- Length: 1,112 ft
- Beam: 184 feet
- Draft: 28 feet
- Speed: 21.6 knots
- Ship Registration:
- Passenger Space:
- Passenger Capacity (dbl): 3634
- Crew Size:
- Nationality of Crew: International
- Nationality of Officers: International
- Nationality of Dining Staff: International
- Onboard Currency: US Dollars
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Itineraries
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- Date
- Cruise
- Nights
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- Date:6 Jan 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 5 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:5 nights
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- Date:11 Jan 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 5 Night Western Caribbean Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:5 nights
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- Date:16 Jan 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 4 Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:4 nights
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- Date:20 Jan 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 5 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:5 nights
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- Date:25 Jan 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 5 Night Western Caribbean Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:5 nights
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- Date:30 Jan 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 4 Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:4 nights
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- Date:3 Feb 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 5 Night Western Caribbean Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:5 nights
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- Date:8 Feb 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 5 Night Western Caribbean Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:5 nights
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- Date:17 Feb 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:4 nights
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- Date:21 Feb 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 3 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:3 nights
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- Date:24 Feb 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:4 nights
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- Date:28 Feb 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 3 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:3 nights
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- Date:3 Mar 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:4 nights
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- Date:7 Mar 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 3 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:3 nights
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- Date:10 Mar 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:4 nights
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- Date:14 Mar 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 3 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:3 nights
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- Date:17 Mar 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:4 nights
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- Date:21 Mar 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 3 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:3 nights
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- Date:24 Mar 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:4 nights
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- Date:28 Mar 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 3 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:3 nights
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- Date:31 Mar 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:4 nights
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- Date:4 Apr 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 3 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:3 nights
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- Date:7 Apr 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:4 nights
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- Date:11 Apr 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 3 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:3 nights
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- Date:14 Apr 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:4 nights
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- Date:18 Apr 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 3 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:3 nights
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- Date:21 Apr 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:4 nights
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- Date:25 Apr 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 3 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:3 nights
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- Date:28 Apr 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 14 Night Spain & Portugal Transatlantic ex Miami, Florida USA to Southampton, England
- Nights:14 nights
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- Date:12 May 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 12 Night Discover The Canaries Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:12 nights
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- Date:24 May 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Spain & Portugal Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:31 May 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Spain & Portugal Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:7 Jun 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 2 Night Bruges Weekend Getaway Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:2 nights
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- Date:9 Jun 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 9 Night Spanish Flair Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:9 nights
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- Date:18 Jun 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 3 Night Bruges Getaway Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:3 nights
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- Date:21 Jun 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 8 Night Northern City Escapes Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:8 nights
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- Date:29 Jun 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Norwegian Fjords Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:6 Jul 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Spain & Portugal Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:13 Jul 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Norwegian Fjords Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:20 Jul 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 5 Night Hamburg & Rotterdam Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:5 nights
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- Date:25 Jul 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 9 Night Spanish Flair Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:9 nights
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- Date:3 Aug 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 9 Night Spanish Flair Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:9 nights
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- Date:12 Aug 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 5 Night Hamburg & Rotterdam Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:5 nights
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- Date:17 Aug 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Norwegian Fjords Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:24 Aug 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 8 Night Northern City Escapes Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:8 nights
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- Date:1 Sep 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 9 Night Spanish Flair Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:9 nights
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- Date:10 Sep 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 9 Night Spanish Flair Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:9 nights
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- Date:19 Sep 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 3 Night Bruges Weekend Getaway Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:3 nights
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- Date:22 Sep 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Spain & France Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:29 Sep 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 5 Night Hamburg & Bruges Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:5 nights
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- Date:4 Oct 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Northern Spain Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:11 Oct 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 5 Night Hamburg & Rotterdam Cruise ex Southampton, England Return
- Nights:5 nights
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- Date:16 Oct 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 14 Night Spain & Portugal Transatlantic ex Southampton, England to Miami, Florida USA
- Nights:14 nights
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- Date:30 Oct 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 3 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:3 nights
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- Date:2 Nov 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:9 Nov 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:16 Nov 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:23 Nov 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:30 Nov 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:7 Dec 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:14 Dec 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:21 Dec 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Western Caribbean Holiday ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:28 Dec 25
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:4 Jan 26
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:11 Jan 26
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:18 Jan 26
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:25 Jan 26
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:1 Feb 26
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:8 Feb 26
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:15 Feb 26
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:22 Feb 26
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:1 Mar 26
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:8 Mar 26
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:15 Mar 26
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:22 Mar 26
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:29 Mar 26
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:5 Apr 26
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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- Date:12 Apr 26
- Cruise:Independence of the Seas, 7 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day ex Miami, Florida USA Return
- Nights:7 nights
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Deck Plans & Cabins
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- Level
- Deck Plans
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- Level 10
- Deck 10 (From 02 May 2020)
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- Level 11
- Deck 11 (From 02 May 2020)
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- Level 12
- Deck 12 (From 02 May 2020)
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- Level 13
- Deck 13 (From 02 May 2020)
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- Level 14
- Deck 14 (From 02 May 2020)
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- Level 15
- Deck 15 (From 02 May 2020)
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- Level 02
- Deck 2 (04 May 2019 - 27 April 2020)
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- Level 02
- Deck 2 (From 02 May 2020)
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- Level 03
- Deck 3 (04 May 2019 - 27 April 2020)
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- Level 03
- Deck 3 (From 02 May 2020)
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- Level 04
- Deck 4 (04 May 2019 - 27 April 2020)
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- Level 04
- Deck 4 (From 02 May 2020)
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- Level 05
- Deck 5 (04 May 2019 - 27 April 2020)
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- Level 05
- Deck 5 (From 02 May 2020)
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- Level 06
- Deck 6 (04 May 2019 - 27 April 2020)
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- Level 06
- Deck 6 (From 02 May 2020)
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- Level 07
- Deck 7 (04 May 2019 - 27 Apr 2020))
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- Level 08
- Deck 8 (04 May 2019 - 27 April 2020)
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- Level 08
- Deck 8 (From 02 May 2020)
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- Level 09
- Deck 9 (04 May 2019 - 27 April 2020)
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- Level 09
- Deck 9 (From 02 May 2020)
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- Cabins
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Dining
Dining on these cruise ships is as exciting as every other aspect of life onboard. There are so many different dishes and enticing atmospheres to experience you won't know where to start: pasta at Portofino, classic burgers from Johnny Rockets, gourmet five-course meals in the main dining room. In addition, all cruise ships offer low-fat ShipShape Day Spa menus, kids' menus, and, if you arrange in advance, kosher menus. Specialty restaurants are not available on all ships.
Main Dining Room
The main dining room stands out for its world-class food and decor, and it's the perfect choice for groups both large and small. From heavenly entrees to delectable desserts-and dining options to suit a range of vacationing needs- this is fine dining that everyone can enjoy.
With My Time Dining you can experience the fine quality, ambiance and service offered in our main dining room while enjoying flexibility in your dining options. By selecting My Time Dining, you can choose to dine in our main dining room between the hours of 6:00 - 9:30 pm (times vary by ship). Then once onboard your ship, you will have the convenience and flexibility to select the perfect dining time for each day of your cruise vacation.
Portofino
For a romantic evening at sea make a reservation at Portofino, the specialty restaurant offering delicious Italian cuisine. Sample some of the chef's new creations or have one of your favorites prepared the classic way. Either way, you won't be disappointed.
From the first bite of the antipasto to the last spoonful of tiramisu, dining in the elegant atmosphere of Portofino is an evening to remember.
A nominal fee ranging from $20 - $25 USD applies per dining guest, including gratuities. Specialty beverages, beer, wine and soft drinks are offered at current bar menu prices.
Chops Grille
Chops Grille is a guest favorite, the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion or simply be treated to a fantastic dinner. Enjoy juicy steaks, fresh seafood, hearty side dishes and delicious desserts in an elegant atmosphere. From filet mignon to mesquite grilled salmon, Chops Grille offers much more than simple meat and potatoes.
Dishes In Chops Grille are seasoned with Royal Culinary CollectionsTM blend of spices. Meat dishes offer a choice of traditional bearnaise sauce, famous peppercorn sauce, garlic-herb butter or Royal Caribbean steak sauce. A wide selection of Royal Culinary CollectionsTMmustard is also available.
Johnny Rockets
Slip back in time in this fifties-style burger joint that's fun for the whole family. The burgers are juicy, the shakes are thick and the retro style is so authentic you'll think you've been here before.
The Johnny Rockets restaurant you'll find onboard is everything you'd expect from the shore-side restaurant - authentic 1950s decor, a menu filled with all-American favorites and, of course, friendly service. Johnny Rockets is a great casual dining alternative that everyone in the family will enjoy.
Windjammer Cafe
The Windjammer Cafe is the perfect place to grab a bite to eat before hitting the pool or a casual dinner to top off a day of adventure. Open almost around the clock, it offers great food, spectacular views and an attentive waitstaff, all in a casual atmosphere.
Choose from a wide variety of food and a seemingly never-ending buffet for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks throughout the day. Serving stations offer salads, soups, sandwiches and burgers, meat-carving and hot entrees. And for your sweet tooth, choose from a multitude of cookies, cakes and frozen yogurt.
NB: Not all ships features these restaurants and surcharges apply to some restaurants.
What to Wear
There are three distinct types of evenings onboard: casual, smart casual and formal. Suggested guidelines for these nights are:
Casual: Sport shirts and slacks for men, sundresses or pants for women
Smart Casual: Jackets and ties for men, dresses or pantsuits for women
Formal: Suits and ties or tuxedos for men, cocktail dresses for women
3 to 4-night cruises include one formal night and two or three casual nights.
5 - nights include one formal, one smart casual and three casual nights.
7-night cruises include two formal nights, one smart casual night and four casual nights.
10, 11, and 12-night cruises include two formal nights and three smart casual nights, all other nights are casual.
14 and 15-night cruises include three formal nights and four smart casual nights. All other nights are casual. -
Kids Programmes
Young Adventurers
Fun isn't just for adults at Royal Caribbean. They offer exciting programs for guests of all ages, starting at just 6 months old! And you can feel confident leaving your children, over three years of age, because every member of staff holds a college degree in education or other related field, or has qualified experience in working with children.
From 6-36 months of age, tiniest guests and their parents are invited to participate in the Fisher-Price Aqua Babies and Aqua Tots Programs. Developed by Fisher-Price exclusively for Royal Caribbean International, these activities are hosted by trained youth staff. A parent or caregiver MUST accompany children during activity sessions.
Kids from 3-17 may take part in complimentary Adventure Ocean® Youth Program. Adventure Ocean was specially designed to blend educational activities with just plain fun. To participate in the Adventure Ocean programs, children must be three years of age and potty-trained (diaper and pull-up free).