Monday, 1 April 2013

Biggest Cruise Ships in the World



Allure of the Seas  (208 Ft.)


Allure of the Seas, the newest ship in Royal Caribbean's awe-inspiring Oasis class, is a captivating adventure unlike any other. Explore seven distinct neighborhoods filled with awesome new features —like the first Starbucks at sea, Broadway hit musical Chicago in the main theatre, and favourite moments with Shrek, Po the panda, and more friends in the DreamWorks Experience. Spice up your sailing with margaritas and Mexican-fare favorites at Rita's Cantina, or with prime cuts straight from the skewer at Samba Grill Brazilian Steakhouse. And there's still plenty more Oasis-class WOWs to be had, from the classic carousel on the Boardwalk, to aerial acrobats in the AquaTheater, Flow Rider surf simulators, plus zip line views over Central Park—a meandering garden lined with shops and fine restaurants. Learn more about all that Allure of the Seas has to offer, and join us soon onboard a world where innovation rules.


Oasis of the Seas (208 Ft.)


Experience the ship that revolutionized cruising, Oasis of the Seas— its groundbreaking design introduced seven distinct neighborhoods built for ultimate enjoyment. Hop on a classic carousel on the Boardwalk, then watch acrobats splash down in the AquaTheater, the first amphitheatre at sea. Let imaginations soar in the Youth Zone—the largest kids' area at sea—or at the Pool & Sports Zone, where you'll find FlowRider surf simulators and zip line views. Unwind with a stroll in Central Park—a meandering garden lined with shops and fine restaurants—or melt away stress at Vitality Spa. Jazz up your evening with Broadway hit Hairspray, or hit the Royal Promenade for memorable moments with DreamWorks Experience characters. Join us onboard the ship that changed cruising – a world where innovation rules.


Norwegian Epic (131 Ft.)


Norwegian Epic Cruise Line is the newest, largest and most innovative cruise ship ever. Voted "Best Cruise Ship" by Travel Weekly in 2011; Norwegian Epic is the ship of choice for those sailing to the Caribbean and Europe. In fact, we have literally changed the face of cruise line entertainment with the introduction of Blue Man Group at sea, and that's just the beginning. Norwegian Epic is offering world-class performers and a new wave of accommodations - from Studios, designed and priced for the solo traveller, to the private Haven. Add more than 20 different dining options and you'll understand why this is Freestyle Cruising on a truly grand scale.


Freedom of the Seas (184 Ft.)


Freedom of the Seas launched in May 2006 as the world's biggest cruise ship. The vessel introduced a new class of ship for Royal Caribbean, measuring just shy of 155,000 tons with a double occupancy capacity of 3,634 passengers (siblings Liberty and Independence of the Seas debuted in May 2007 and 2008, respectively). It surpassed Cunard's gargantuan Queen Mary 2 by 7,000 tons and carried 1,014 more passengers. (Of course, the Freedom-class ships have since been, err, belittled by Oasis of the Seas, the massive 225,282-ton, 5,400 passenger beast that debuted in fall 2009.)

Besides its size, Freedom of the Seas also made waves in other ways. It was the first ship to feature a surf simulator, a regulation-sized boxing ring, and an interactive water park for kids and even a barbershop. Yet in many ways, Freedom was merely an evolution, not a revolution, of the Voyager class that made its own headlines when it launched with biggest-at-sea status back in 1999. The layout is nearly identical and the promenade is back, as is the rock-climbing wall, the ice-skating rink, Johnny Rockets, the Promenade Cafe, Ben & Jerry's, etc. It is almost as if Voyager of the Seas was simply super-sized, and beefed up with innovative spaces and concepts.


Liberty of the Seas (184 Ft.)


The newly renovated Liberty of the Seas is packed with all the phenomenal onboard experiences you'd expect from our innovative Freedom class of ships, plus new offerings to stir your imagination. Share a high five with Shrek as part of The DreamWorks Experience. Put on your boogie shoes for hit Broadway musical Saturday Night Fever. Catch a first-run movie in the 3D theatre or poolside under the stars on the outdoor movie screen. And finish the evening with a selection of reds or whites at the renovated, now-more-intimate Vintages wine bar.
                                                      
Plus, enjoy all the revolutionary features Liberty of the Seas has always been known for – like the Flow Rider surf simulator, rock-climbing wall, ice-skating rink, Royal Promenade, cantilevered whirlpools, mini golf course, and much more.


Independence of the Seas (184 Ft.)


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 Flow Rider  surf simulator, a rock climbing wall, ice-skating rink, cantilevered whirlpools, Royal Promenade, mini golf course, and much more. It's your most incredible vacation yet.



Queen Mary 2 (148 Ft.)


QUEEN MARY 2 is Cunard’s flagship and the most magnificent ocean liner ever built. A Transatlantic crossing to or from New York on this incredible ship is a holiday like no other but her cruises from Southampton are also very special.  She offers so much space on board and such an array of state of the art facilities including a 3D Cinema, planetarium and a superb Canyon Ranch Spa.


MSC Divina (124 Ft.)


MSC Divina is a cruise ship owned and operated by MSC Cruises. She was constructed from 2010–2012, and was originally called the MSC Fantastica until the company renamed her to honor actress Sophia Loren. She entered service in May 2012, and is handling cruises in the Mediterranean. She will service the Caribbean in November 2013. She is a Fantasia-class cruise ship, built after her running mates, MSC Splendida and MSC Fantasia, and will be followed up by a new sister ship in 2013 called the MSC Preziosa. She is the twelfth ship in MSC's fleet, and is the largest of their ships at 139,400 tons. She can accommodate 3,959 passengers in 1,637 cabins; her crew complement is 1,325.


Navigator of the Seas (161 Ft.)


Gear up for adventure, right onboard—with plenty of time left for relaxation, fine dining, and beautiful ocean views. The incredible Navigator of the Seas is home to an array of innovations that give you whatever type of vacation you desire. Climb a rock wall that overlooks the sea, or challenge yourself on the basketball court, ice-skating rink or mini-golf course. Achieve perfect zen, poolside or at the relaxing Vitality Spa. Liven up your nights on the Royal Promenade, with parades, dancing, and duty-free shopping deals. And bring along some friends—with spacious public areas, enhanced staterooms, and a spectacular three-story dining room, this ship has room for your whole crew.


Mariner of the Seas (161 Ft.)


Mariner of the Seas is in the second generation of Voyager-class vessels. She is different from her sisters by the set up of the rear buffet (Windjammer) which extends further aft, and also includes "Jade", an Asian fusion buffet. She has glass balconies which her first generation sisters lacked. She is identical to the Navigator of the Seas, which shares the same design upgrades. Unlike Navigator, Mariner underwent a dry dock refit in April 2012 to receive "Royal Advantage" upgrades, including an outdoor movie screen, digital signage, ship-wide Wi-Fi, a new diamond lounge, and the changeover of the Cafe Promenade and Portofino restaurants to the Boardwalk Dog House and Giovanni's Table concepts first introduced on the Oasis class cruise ships.

As of 2012, Mariner of the Seas was sailing Mediterranean cruises based out of Civitavecchia, Italy. In November 2012, she departed for Galveston, Texas where she sails 7-night cruises servicing the Western Caribbean and Mexico. In the summer of 2013, Mariner of the Seas will be relocated to Asia servicing cruises out of Singapore and Shanghai, China.
 
 

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