Royal Caribbean Ships - Offering Affordable Luxury

Hi, I'm Janet. The beautiful Oasis Class Royal Caribbean ships are each designed with a different neighborhood scheme meant to offer you fun, variety, and luxury, perhaps beyond your dreams. Maybe, more importantly, the Royal Caribbean fleet is devoted to fun and entertainment for the whole family.

  

That's why we've created this special page within the site to offer advise on what to look for when reviewing the great fun that awaits you on a Royal  Caribbean Cruise ship.  We certainly hope these notes will be of value to you during your deliberations.



 

What Luxury Vacation Means aboard Royal Caribbean Ships

Nothing can be more exciting and fun than spending a grand vacation aboard one of the amazing Royal Caribbean ships with their unlimited number of activities both on board and on the visited locations or islands which are expectedly unique, entertaining, and sure to cure anyone of the stress from a fast-paced lifestyle. These luxury cruise ships may be expected to go on Caribbean-inspired themes, but each one has different routes to take, various beautiful islands to visit, and hundreds of nice, totally fun, and endlessly entertaining activities to fill all of your days and nights ahead.

Royal Caribbean ships include the Oasis of the Seas and the Allure of the Seas, both of the Oasis Class ships which were built around seven neighborhood concept designs. Each one has its unique features, activities, sights, and entertainment to fill every cruiser's days and nights. No luxury cruise ships can ever be grander than the Oasis ships that feature such concepts as Vitality at Sea Spa and Fitness that cater to massages, spas, makeup, exercise, and other health-related activities.

Fun on board

These Royal Caribbean ships also has the Pool and Sports Zone for kids' water activities, it has four pools and ten whirlpools, a poolside Solarium, two surf-simulators called FlowRiders, sports courts for basketball, a mini-golf, and a Zip line, a bistro, café, and bar. The Entertainment Place features the Casino Royale, the Studio B for ice shows, the 1,380-seater Opal theatre, a nightclub, jazz, comedy bars, and the musical entertainment center, Dazzles.

The Youth Zone is especially targeted for the small children and teeners. This zone features an open gym and activity center, the Adventure Ocean Theatre and Science Club, a nursery service, The Workshop for fun activities such as jewelry-making and scrapbooking, and of course, the music and entertainment areas like the Fuel disco, The Living Room Lounge, the Back Deck, and many more. The Allure of the Seas will be one of the Royal Caribbean ships to feature the DreamWorks Experience by December 1, 2010 that will add more fun to family-oriented activities. This ship will exclusively be the cruise home of the ice show, How to Train Your Dragon and the aqua show, Madagascar.

Allure of the Seas also has the 2-story Loft Suites that shows nice ocean views as well as the Boardwalk carousel and the adults-only Solarium. The cruise ship, like the other Royal Caribbean ships, will showcase youth-oriented entertainment areas like the Pool Zone, a number of whirlpools, FlowRiders, and zip-lines, too. Central Park, the lush garden with fine restaurants and nice foliage as well as the first amphitheater, the Aqua Theater, will also be a favorite converging area of the youth.

Expect more unique and highly-enjoyable luxury entertainment activities from the Royal Caribbean ships which include art and cultural activities from Britto, 3D theatre shows, magical and circus shows, concerts, musicales, fine dining, and adult activities like gambling, health and fitness activities, and more.

Of course, cruise guests should never forget the amazing adventures from cruise tours on visited islands or ports of call like the Bahamas, St. Martin, Sta. Lucia, Aruba, Jamaica, Fort Lauderdale, New Orleans, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and other beautiful sites, and the beach activities that will make every swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, and other water sports activities memorable.

Royal Caribbean Ships: Nothing but the Best

Royal Caribbean ships are some of the best cruise ships that offer a variety of daily surprises and activities from sports to health, music, magic, and other forms of entertainment and vacation packages that cater to children, teenagers, and adults. From romantic couples to family vacationers, to the best of friends, to corporate employees, everyone will get to enjoy every single minute of their stay in these Caribbean ships and the different off-shore locations they get to.

Cruise packages normally include meals, accommodations, and a slew of entertainment and other activities to enjoy. This means that the dining, fun, and entertainment never stop at the Royal Caribbean ships, and rightly so, because a luxury vacation means having the best of non-stop activities and a pampered relaxation. Five-course gourmet meals are already included in the package, while specialty meals are made available upon advance request.

For the sports and fitness enthusiasts, there's the 30-foot rock climbing wall, yoga, boxing, gym activities, Pilates, golf, kickboxing lessons, pool games, tournaments, and the FlowRider, the surf simulator. For everyone else, there's an ice skating rink, health spas, masseuse centers, and fitness centers, shops, theatres, musicales, concerts, wine tasting activities, cafés, youth spas, activities, and more. Royal Caribbean ships also feature the award-winning Adventure Ocean Youth Program for the young cruisers where dance and other teen-themed activities are available.

Ice shows, aqua park, and poolside activities are also available at Royal Caribbean ships, and so are night clubs, jazz and disco bars, big band shows, and comedy shows, arts and cultural experiences, and movies. Some activities are purposely geared toward a particular age range, while others are family-oriented or are open to every type of guest or groups of people. For those who love to shop, there are retail shops that are also open and which anyone can browse through or buy. Families with small children or infants travelling with them can also have access to a nursery center where nannies can be hired to take care of their little ones while they enjoy a good time in one or more activities or shows.

For an extra cost, vacationers at the Royal Caribbean ships can access specialty dining areas, casinos, and shopping venues, and join shore or cruise tours on ports of call where a variety of fun, sight activities, and learning excursions are available. More sumptuous dining can be had at Portofino, Chops, and the family-oriented Johnny Rocketts. Some alcoholic drinks and sodas will also be paid for by the cruise tickets, but for unlimited access, an advance arrangement can be made with the cruise services.

Royal Caribbean and DreamWorks Team Up. DreamWorks Animation will fulfill every child and child-at-heart's dreams of meeting up with their favorite Shrek, Kung Fu Panda, Madagascar, and more DreamWorks cartoon characters. The Royal Caribbean ships like the Allure of the Seas, the Oasis of the Seas, the Freedom of the Seas, and the Liberty if the Seas will soon feature the beloved characters of the hit animated movies through 3D movies, aqua shows, ice shows, photo opportunities, character parades, and tableside visits.


 


 
 
 

Love On The High Seas: Take Your Relationship To A New Level With A Royal Caribbean Cruise

Let's face there are few places that can offer you the type of romantic holiday that you can find aboard a cruise ship sailing to some exotic location. After all, these ships seemed designed for romance and Royal Caribbean Cruises even offer special romance packages to add a little more heat to those fires of love.

Imagine boarding the ship and arriving in your stateroom to find the bed covered in rose petals and fresh fruit, elegant canapes and that bottle of champagne awaiting your pleasure. However, the romance doesn't stop there. You and your significant other will find romance in almost every nook and cranny of the ship as you enjoy leisurely strolls around the ship under the starlit sky, lazy swims in the pool or a relaxing couples massage in the spa.

Of course, there are other activities that will also get your blood pumping as well, such as the two of you climbing the rock wall or trying your turn at the Flowrider or even a simple game of miniature golf for two. Not to mention Broadway type shows and special fun nights such as toga night or karaoke.

Then it's off to a romantic table in the dining room followed by a little dancing in one of the ships clubs or a romantic dinner for just the two of you in your stateroom.

Once on shore the romance continues as you are faced with such choices as beach picnics, snorkeling, horseback rides along the beach, para sailing for two or even a kayak ride. The two of you will discover quaint little shops, little coffee shops hidden away in unexpected places, beautiful and romantic cobblestone streets and the joy of discovering each new place together.

With over 261 destinations and 72 countries to choose from your Royal Caribbean Cruise will be the romantic trip of a lifetime whether you are a young couple starting out on the road to love or an old married couple celebrating your fiftieth anniversary there is a destination that will make that romantic dream come true.

Best of all for those of you who want to take your relationship to the ultimate level while on Your Royal Caribbean Cruise you can combine your wedding, your honeymoon and a wonderful and romantic destination. Simply ask to speak to the Cruises wedding planner and after telling her the type of wedding you want, all you have to do is pack your dress, relax, enjoy, while everything is arranged for you. Then exchange your vows aboard ship in the most romantic spot possible.

So what are you waiting for? Why not start planning that romantic vacation of a lifetime today? Pick a date or a destination and make that reservation you have been dying to make and set sail on a Royal Caribbean Cruise. You may just discover your own personal Love Boat



Family Vacation: Why Not A Royal Caribbean Cruise


For some reason most people think that cruises are for adults. Perhaps, that is why you often see so many retired couples and young singles and couples on these cruises. Those who are raising a family have somehow gotten a silent message that cruises are not for people with children. However, on the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line nothing could be further from the truth.

Not only does Royal Caribbean welcome children but they go out of their way to ensure that children and parents both have an exciting cruise experience. If you are worried that your child will be bored spending so much time confined to a ship, don't be, there is plenty for the younger generation to do on a Royal Caribbean Cruise. Depending on the cruise and ship you choose, your children may be able to ice skate, ride a flow rider, mini golf, basketball or volleyball as well as swim. There is even a wading pool for younger children as well.

However, the fun doesn't stop there; Royal Caribbean Cruises offer comprehensive programs and activities for kids of all ages so that they can get away and do their own thing while parents do theirs. There are arts and crafts and even dances designed especially for teenagers. In fact, there are so many activities which kids can enjoy you just might find yourself making an appointment in order to do a few family activities.

However, don't be too concerned as there are plenty of activities for just you and your spouse to enjoy as well. Who knows with the children so busy and active you just may have a chance to renew your own romance. You can even hire a sitter and enjoy a visit to the Casino or one of the ship clubs for a little romantic dancing.

Along with Royal Caribbean's regular children's activities they also have teamed up with Dreamworks to bring you the opportunity to sail with and meet some interesting characters and take in special live shows and movies with the characters of Shrek, Madagascar and Kung Fu Panda.

One of the best things about taking a family vacation with Royal Caribbean Cruises however, is the onshore excursions. Your children will get a chance to visit places that until now were only pictures in history books. Not only will they see these places but, they can have the opportunity to actually have the adventures of a life time when the family goes white water rafting, snorkeling or hiking in that rain forest. Of course, for those families who want to soak up as much of the history of each destination as possible there are tours you can take as well.

Most of all imagine the pride you will feel in providing your children with a fun filled learning vacation that will stay in their memories for a lifetime. Royal Caribbean Cruises are truly great family vacations.