By The Adventures of Ed and Serenity

A comprehensive look at ships, food, activities, destinations, and what sets Royal Caribbean apart.

Royal Caribbean International (RCI) is known for its massive ships, high-tech attractions, bold entertainment, and destination-focused itineraries. Whether you want adrenaline-packed days, family-friendly fun, or serene relaxation, Royal Caribbean offers one of the most diverse experiences at sea.


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🚢 Royal Caribbean Ships by Class

Including length & guest capacity (approx., varies by individual ship and refurbishment)

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Oasis Class – The Mega-Resort Ships

Among the largest ships in the world, featuring neighborhood-style layouts and some of RCI’s biggest entertainment productions.

Ship Length Capacity

Oasis of the Seas ~1,187 ft ~6,700 guests
Allure of the Seas ~1,187 ft ~6,780 guests
Harmony of the Seas ~1,188 ft ~6,687 guests
Symphony of the Seas ~1,184 ft ~6,680 guests
Wonder of the Seas ~1,188 ft ~7,000 guests
Utopia of the Seas ~1,188 ft ~7,000 guests


Experience: AquaTheater shows, ice shows, multiple neighborhoods, Central Park, Boardwalk, slides, and extensive dining.


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Icon Class – Next-Generation Flagships

RCI’s newest and most advanced ships.

Ship Length Capacity

Icon of the Seas ~1,198 ft ~7,600 guests
Star of the Seas ~1,198 ft ~7,600 guests
Future Icon-Class (announced/coming soon) TBD TBD


Experience: Surfside family neighborhood, massive waterpark areas, AquaDome entertainment sphere, next-gen activities.


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Quantum Class – High-Tech, All-Weather Adventures

Featuring RipCord skydiving, bumper cars, and the North Star viewing capsule.

Ship Length Capacity

Quantum of the Seas ~1,141 ft ~4,905 guests
Anthem of the Seas ~1,141 ft ~4,905 guests
Ovation of the Seas ~1,142 ft ~4,905 guests



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Quantum Ultra Class – Enhanced Quantum Ships

A slightly upgraded version with expanded activities.

Ship Length Capacity

Spectrum of the Seas ~1,139 ft ~4,900 guests
Odyssey of the Seas ~1,138 ft ~5,510 guests



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Freedom Class – The Transitional “Big Fun” Ships

Ship Length Capacity

Freedom of the Seas ~1,112 ft ~4,515 guests
Liberty of the Seas ~1,112 ft ~4,960 guests
Independence of the Seas ~1,112 ft ~4,560 guests



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Voyager Class – Classic Favorites with Plenty of Action

Ship Length Capacity

Voyager of the Seas ~1,020 ft ~4,000 guests
Explorer of the Seas ~1,020 ft ~4,290 guests
Adventure of the Seas ~1,020 ft ~3,900 guests
Navigator of the Seas ~1,020 ft ~3,970 guests
Mariner of the Seas ~1,020 ft ~3,800 guests



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Radiance Class – Glass & Views

Ship Length Capacity

Radiance of the Seas ~962 ft ~2,500 guests
Brilliance of the Seas ~962 ft ~2,500 guests
Serenade of the Seas ~962 ft ~2,500 guests
Jewel of the Seas ~962 ft ~2,500 guests



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Vision Class – Smaller, Destination-Focused Ships

Ship Length Capacity

Vision of the Seas ~915 ft ~2,050 guests
Rhapsody of the Seas ~915 ft ~2,416 guests
Grandeur of the Seas ~915 ft ~2,400 guests
Enchantment of the Seas ~989 ft ~2,700 guests


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🍽️ Dining: Complete Food & Drink Offerings

Royal Caribbean’s dining mix includes included venues, specialty restaurants, quick bites, suites-only dining, and ship-specific options. Here’s the full spectrum.

Included Dining

Main Dining Room (MDR)

• Multi-course meals
• Rotating menus
• Breakfast, lunch (select days), and dinner
• Traditional or My Time Dining

Windjammer Marketplace

• Global buffet
• Vegetarian & dietary-friendly stations
• Daily themed cuisines

Casual Included Options

Varies by ship, commonly includes:

Sorrento’s Pizza

Café Promenade

El Loco Fresh (Mexican)

Park Café (paninis, salads)

Dog House (gourmet hot dogs)

Solarium Bistro (Mediterranean-inspired)

Coastal Kitchen (Suite guests only)


Poolside Snacks

Soft serve ice cream

Grab-and-go snacks

BBQ, tacos, burgers depending on ship



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Specialty Dining (Extra Cost)

Selections vary by class but often include:

Chops Grille – Steakhouse

Izumi Sushi & Hibachi – Fresh sushi, teppanyaki

Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar

150 Central Park – Upscale culinary

Wonderland – Experimental dining

Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade

Johnny Rockets

Chef’s Table – Exclusive multi-course dinner

Hooked Seafood



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🎭 Entertainment & Onboard Activities

Royal Caribbean is known for some of the most varied and high-energy entertainment at sea.

Shipwide Entertainment

Broadway-style musicals

AquaTheater diving productions (Oasis class)

Ice skating shows

Live bands, piano bars, and lounges

Comedy clubs

Silent discos

Theme parties

DJs and nightlife venues

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Signature Activities (Ship-Dependent)

FlowRider Surf Simulator

RipCord by iFLY (skydiving simulator)

North Star observation capsule

Rock climbing walls

Ziplines

Water slides & splash zones

Escape rooms

Laser tag

Mini golf

Sports courts

SeaPlex: bumper cars, trapeze school, roller skating, basketball, arcade



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Kids, Teens & Family

Adventure Ocean Youth Program

Teen lounges

Babies & Tots Nursery

Family game shows

Splashaway Bay


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🏝️ Private Islands & Exclusive Destinations

Perfect Day at CocoCay – Bahamas (Flagship Private Island)

Included:

Beaches & loungers

Oasis Lagoon (largest pool in the Caribbean)

Thrill Waterpark (extra cost)

Snack Shacks

Chill Island & Harbor Beach

Splash zones


Upgrades:

Coco Beach Club

Overwater Cabanas

Exclusive dining areas



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Labadee – Haiti (Currently returning to itineraries as available)

Included:

Beaches

Food pavilions

Artisan markets


Activities:

Dragon’s Breath Zipline

Waterslides

Coaster rides

Snorkeling & water sports



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Coming Soon / New Destinations

Royal Caribbean is expanding their “Perfect Day” portfolio worldwide, with new beach clubs and island retreats under development.


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⚓ Home Ports & Ports Visited

Major U.S. Home Ports

Port Canaveral (Orlando)

Miami

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades)

Tampa

Galveston

New York / Cape Liberty (NJ)

Los Angeles (seasonal)

Seattle (Alaska season)

San Juan, Puerto Rico



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Common Regions & Ports of Call

Caribbean & Bahamas

Nassau, Freeport

Cozumel, Costa Maya

St. Thomas, St. Maarten

Aruba, Curaçao, Bonaire

Jamaica (Falmouth, Ocho Rios)

Grand Cayman

Dominican Republic


Alaska

Juneau

Skagway

Icy Strait Point

Sitka


Europe

Barcelona

Rome (Civitavecchia)

Athens

Santorini, Mykonos

Western Europe, British Isles, Iceland depending on season


Asia & Australia

Singapore

Tokyo & Yokohama

Sydney & Brisbane



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✨ Final Thoughts

Royal Caribbean offers some of the most innovative, activity-packed ships at sea. Whether you sail on one of their massive Icon or Oasis-class ships or prefer a destination-focused smaller vessel, the line blends food variety, bold entertainment, private island days, and globe-spanning itineraries.

Ultimately — no matter which cruise line or ship you choose, your vacation is what you make it. Try new things. Eat everything. Explore boldly. And have fun.