Adelaide, Australia

Adelaide is a very pleasant city to visit. It has a moderate climate. The city loves to party and there many events to enjoy throughout the year.

Adelaide is the Wine capital of Australia. With a population of slightly more than one million, Adelaide is the “20 minute city”. The Adelaide Hills and major beaches are less than half an hour away by car. Adelaide weather is moderate. Year-round big blue skies mean average winter temperatures of 16 degrees Celsius (°C) and 28°C in summer.

Christchurch, New Zealand

Christchurch  is the largest city in the South Island of New Zealand. It is surrounded by the Pacific Ocean and this picturesque place offers many activities for the visitors to experience.Skiing at a world class alpine resort is very popular here. You can also play golf, go rafting, wind surfing and whale watching. It is a city full of gardens and parks and that is the reason why it is so famous about its natural beauty. Tourists should not miss the experience of feeding giraffes and ride into a lion at Orana Wildlife Park! This is a place that definetely satisfies all kind of tastes.

Doubtful Sound, New Zealand

Doubtful Sound is a quiet place that will impress you with its waterfalls, huge mountains and rare species of marine life. A few years ago only the most courageous seamen used to approach the sound, today is one of the most beautiful protected places in the National Park Fiordland, attracting tourists from all around the world.

Dusky Sound, New Zealand

One of the most complex fjord on the southwestern corner of New Zealand, the Dusky Sound, is a peaceful place of extraordinary beauty. Access to the point is possible only by sea or by air. The first one, who noticed the entrance to the passage, was Captain Cook, on his first trip to New Zealand in 1770.

Dunedin

Dunedin is the second largest city in South Island. It is known for its Victorian architecture, the alternative atmosphere, the excellent outdoor activities and the variety of wildlife including albatross, penguins and seals.

Esperance, Australia

A beach and nature-lover's dream, Esperance is blessed with squeaky-clean beaches, turquoise waters, untouched islands and colour-filled wildflower country.It's a one-and-a-half-hour flight or an eight-hour drive south-east from Perth, making Esperance an ideal get-away-from-it-all holiday. The calm, clear waters of Blue Haven Beach and Twilight Cove, just a short drive from town, are idyllic spots for swimming and snorkelling. If you're seeking waves, hit the surf at West Beach, Fourth Beach or Observatory Beach.Back in town, the adventure continues with four wheel drive beach safaris, Indigenous cultural tours, coach tours, helicopter flights, island cruises, diving and fishing charters, abseiling, sand boarding, canoeing, mini golf and steam train rides.Check out the arts centre and galleries, making time to drop into the museum to view what's left of the NASA Skylab after it slammed back down to Earth near Balladonia. On the way to Cape Le Grand, you'll even find a slice of ancient druid history with a full-size replica of Stonehenge.

Perth (Fremantle), Australia

Perth, the capital of the state of Western Australia is a rapidly growing city in Australia, with a population of more than 1,5 million people. The city is located beside the calm waters of the river Svan. Much of the city's growth is due to the region's natural resources such as gold, iron, diamonds, oil and natural gas.

Hobart (Tasmania)

Hobart is the capital of Tasmania and the second oldest city in Australia. Mount Wellington, a reference point for the city, dominates to the landscape. Along the harbor, stone warehouses and docks of the 19th century have been converted into pubs and restaurants, keeping the old atmosphere. City's highlights include the exquisite wineries of Cole Valley and the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Garden.
 

Melbourne, Australia

Melbourne is located in the southeastern part of Australia. In the capital of Victoria, which is the perfect place for action, was born the Australian football and the famous cricket of Melbourne. In a short distance is located the Seine Kilnta, with a stunning beach and great variety of water sports.

Milford Sound

Milford Sound, located into the Fiordlant Nacional Park in South Island, New Zealand, enters for 15 km inland from the sea and is surrounded by tall cliffs. Lush rainforests cling to steep slopes and the sea water is home for seals, penguins and dolphins. Indeed, the natural beauty of this landscape is breathtaking.
 

Picton, New Zealand

Picton is a north-east town in the South Island of New Zealand. This pretty port town is filled up with numerous cafes, restaurants and galleries. For the most adventurous, sea kayaking is very popular here. Fishing and dolphin watching are, also, very common activities. Finally, you should not miss to conquer the major local attraction: the Queen Charlotte Track. Hiking, here, is a gorgeous experience! This place is backed by forested hills and it is full of beautiful tiny beaches. Undoubtedly, breathtaking views are a fact in this side of the world!

Sydney, Australia

Sydney, a diverse city, the largest in Australia, with many sights of interest, such as parks, sandy beaches and shopping areas

Sydney stands on a deep natural harbor and is not only the largest city in Australia but also the oldest and most diverse. Significant points of the city is the Harbor Bridge, the impressive Opera House and the historic district "The Rocks", with shops, cafes, galleries and crowded streets. Also don't miss the world famous beaches for surfers and the sandy beaches.

Brilliance of the Seas

With more open space, balconies and expansive glass exteriors on our Radiance Class ships, youmight just forget you’re on a ship at all. 

• 13 decks of activity, entertainment and accommodation
• 9-deck Centrum with curved staircases, domed ceilings and glass lifts with panoramic sea views
• Choice of alternative dining venues
• Outstanding entertainment from the Casino RoyaleSM to Safari Club, with its self-levelling pool tables and a theatre offering West End style productions
• An array of bars to choose from
• Rock-climbing wall, putting green and golf simulator
• State-of-the-art Day Spa and Fitness Centre
• Sun deck and solarium, plus main pool area
• Adventure Ocean® Youth Programme and Optix Teen Centre

Radiance Class Royal Advantage: Outdoor film screen; various new dining options including Boardwalk Dog House, Chops Grille*, Giovanni’s Table*, Izumi*, Park Café, Rita’s Cantina*, Samba Grill Brazilian* and Chef’s Table*; an exclusive wine pairing dinner; Royal Babies and Tots Nursery; flat screen interactive TVs in all staterooms

* Cover charges apply.

Ship's Specifications

Message from Adam M. Goldstein,  President and CEO

Welcome to Royal Caribbean International – a place where innovation and imagination reign supreme. From its very beginning, our company has been guided by the principles of designing ships and creating itineraries that lead to a cruising experience like no other – principles grounded on delivering the WOW to each and every one of our guests before, during and after sailing with us.
 

We take great pride in being able to introduce first-at-sea innovations such as the rock climbing wall, zipline and FlowRider® surf simulator to mention a few, as well as offering unparalleled entertainment experiences and to be the only cruise line to offer Tony Award®-winning Broadway shows. All of these onboard amenities offer us the opportunity to see how we can WOW our guests every time they cruise with us. 

With more than 280 destinations worldwide and an amazing array of exciting shore excursions and cruisetour options, we provide our guests the chance to experience something new. Something only a Royal Caribbean cruise can offer – like glacier-trekking in Alaska; cave-tubing in Belize; biking through the vineyards of Dubrovnik, Croatia; experiencing the wonders of China; or simply doing nothing at all. That's just the beginning of the kind of exciting adventures and relaxing escapes our global cruises bring to vacationers around the world. 

Our ships are also built to WOW. Our latest innovations on Quantum of the Seas, set to sail in November 2014, will feature such first-at-sea experiences like bumper cars, roller skating, simulated skydiving and The North Star, a jewel-like capsule that gently soars 300 feet above sea level. Plus, our Oasis class ships continue to WOW our guests with their unprecedented entertainment, dining and exclusive onboard amenities. We also continue to enhance the rest of our fleet and have already revitalized more than half of our 21 ships and will finalize the revitalizations with our Voyager class in 2014 and 2015. 

All of this of course could not be accomplished without our most amazing asset – our crew. The men and women onboard our ships work tirelessly each and every day to ensure that all of our guests have the vacation of a lifetime. 

We are committed to continue creating amazing new experiences for our guests in the years ahead. It’s our way of ensuring that we offer our guests the most innovative cruise ships, exciting and compelling itineraries around the world, and our renowned GOLD Anchor Service – what we call the Royal Advantage. We look forward to seeing you onboard and delivering the WOW to you and your family and friends.

The price of your cruise vacation includes: 

• Ship accommodations
• Ocean transportation
• Most meals onboard
• Some beverages onboard
• Most entertainment onboard

The following services are not included in the cruise price: 

• Dining in Specialty Restaurants such as Chops Grille, 150 Central Park, and Izumi
• Dining in Johnny Rockets (Where applicable)
• Spa and Salon services
• Gambling (Including Bingo)
• Art Auction
• Any purchases made in the gift shops onboard
• Shore excursions
• Photographs
• Video Arcade
• Medical Services
• Internet Access
• Transfers (Unless guest has purchased our air/sea package)
• Laundry and Dry Cleaning Services
• Ship to Shore Telephone calls
• Gratuities
• Alcoholic Beverages
• Non-Alcoholic Beverages (excluding water, lemonade and iced tea)

All prices are per-person, based on a double occupancy of the stateroom and are quoted in € unless otherwise noted. The cruise fares quoted also do not include any applicable government taxes, fees, or surcharges that may be assessed by any governmental agencies. Such assessment is subject to change without notice at any time whether or not you have a confirmed booking under deposit or if you have made a final payment.

Please see below Royal Caribbean International protocols updates for sailings departing Southampton, United Kingdom. Departing through May 31, 2022. 

Plus, some updates to Europe protocols (Excluding Italy departures). 

Southampton Departures Protocols

• Entry Requirements: International guests should check their entry requirements and the requirements for each country on our itinerary. Failure to meet the requirements may result in a denial of boarding.
• Vaccinations: 12 and older must present proof of full COVID-19 vaccination with the final dose administered at least 14 days before sailing.
  • Guests 5 through 12 who are vaccinated can present proof of vaccination and follow the vaccinated protocols.
  • Additionally, to be considered up-to-date, guests must have received all doses in their vaccine series and have received their booster if the second vaccine was administered over 
    270 days (9 months) ago. 
  • Guests must have received a vaccine approved by the WHO or EMA. However, when visiting Italy, France, Portugal, and Belgium guests who are vaccinated with WHO approved vaccines, not approved by the EMA, will be considered unvaccinated and may have additional testing requirements for those ports.
• Testing:
  • Pre-Cruise:
    • Guests who are up-to-date with their vaccines must show a negative result for a PCR or antigen test taken no more than 2 days before boarding day.
    • Guests 2 and older who are not up-to-date with their vaccines or who are unvaccinated must show a negative result for a PCR or antigen test taken no more than 1 day before boarding day.
    • Kids ages 5 to 11 who have been vaccinated may present proof of full vaccination and follow the testing protocols for vaccinated guests.
    • Guests under 2 do not have any testing requirements.
  • Onboard Testing:
    • Guests who are considered unvaccinated by the European Medicines Agency (EMA) or who are not up-to-date with their vaccines will require additional testing during our sailings.
    • Onboard testing will be at the guest's expense if they 12 and older and considered unvaccinated or if they are not up-to-date at the price of $55 USD per test.
    • Onboard testing will be complimentary for any unvaccinated guests ages 2 – 11 who require testing.
    • These guests will receive registration information once onboard based on the below.
      • During the Cruise: Depending on our itinerary, guests 12 and older — or 6 and older in Italian & Greek ports — will have additional testing requirements.
  • Return Home Testing:
    • Guests may be required to complete testing before flying home at their own expense. Please review your home country's testing requirements before joining us, as this is each guest's responsibility to complete.
      • Guests can take advantage of testing offered via ExpressTest at Heathrow and Gatwick airports by registering ahead of time here. 
      • Some local testing options include The Regenerative Clinic or Randox Health.
      • Vaccinated North American guests can travel with tele-health testing kits such as eMed for U.S. guests and Switch Health tests for Canadian guests.
      • Please note that the cost of testing and availability varies by testing provider.
  • Guests under 2 years old are not required to test.
• Masks: Masks are optional for vaccinated guests and expected for unvaccinated guests 2 and older. They are required to be worn in Adventure Ocean for guests 2 and older, in the cruise terminal, and in some destinations. These protocols remain subject to change.
• Important notes:
  • For sailings visiting France, guests who are from an Orange List country will not be allowed to visit the port, per French government regulations. Learn which countries are on the Orange List.

Europe Sailings (excluding Italy departures) – Updates

• Testing:
  • Pre-Cruise:
    • • Guests who are up-to-date with their vaccines must show a negative result for a PCR or antigen test taken no more than 2 days before boarding day.
      • Guests who are not up-to-date with their vaccines or who are considered unvaccinated by the EMA must show a negative result for a PCR or antigen test taken no more than 1 day before boarding day.
      • The only exception is for vaccinated guests on the 2^nd May Anthem of the Seas sailing to the U.K. These guests will have 2 days to complete their test, regardless of whether their vaccination record is up to date or not.
      • Guests ages 4 and under are not required to be vaccinated but must provide a negative result for a PCR no more than 3 days prior to sailing. This group will also take a complimentary antigen test in the terminal on boarding day..
      • REMINDER: All guests 5 and older must be vaccinated to join  transatlantic sailings.
      • Guests under 2 do not have any testing requirements.
    • Spain Departures:
      • Guests who are up-to-date with their vaccines must show a negative result for a PCR or antigen test taken no more than 2 days before boarding day.
      • Guests who are not up-to-date with their vaccines or who are unvaccinated must show a negative result for a PCR or antigen test taken no more than 1 day before boarding day.
      • Local testing options: Airport testing is offered via Arqiumea and local testing is offered via CMIP Example.
    • Copenhagen DepCartures:
      • Guests who fully vaccinated must show a negative result for a PCR or antigen test taken no more than 2 days before boarding day.
      • Guests ages 2 – 11 who are unvaccinated must show a negative result for a PCR or antigen test taken no more than 1 day before boarding day.
      • Local testing options: Airport testing via walk-in provided by Falck and local testing via Copenhagen Medical
  • Embark:
    • Embarkation day testing is no longer a requirement