Is a dream destination for many and a frequent destination for many more. It has everything to offer just about anyone. Each country is unique and has a wonderful mix of history, culture and many local sights to see. No matter the country or countries you travel to, you’ll never run out of things to do. Even getting around is part of the fun.
Akureyri is situated in north-east Iceland, in one of the longest fjords in the country - surrounded by mountains reaching 1000-1500 m. and only 60 km from "The Arctic Circle". A popular tourist destination for short or long visits, the town offers a wide range of activities and interesting places e.g. museums, the world's most northerly botanic garden, 18-hole golf course, the best skiing area in the country. .The town is also a good base for many of Iceland's most beautiful natural wonders as waterfalls, volcanic areas and canyons as well as exciting activities as river rafting, hiking, fishing, whale watching and horse riding.
Amsterdam is a beautiful town with the advantages of a big city. It offers many opportunities of nightlife, excellent museums and famous sights. Waterways cross the city and give a sense of romance . Amsterdam has bike lanes, so a bike ride is the ideal way to explore the city.
Belfast is the largest city in Northern Ireland, situated at the mouth of the River Lagan and is surrounded by mountains. Belfast had been and remains the industrial and financial center of Northern Ireland, with a high level in fields such as the arts, higher education and business. It is a green city with many Parks and Gardens. Don't miss the top city's attraction, the Belfast Zoo, with animals in danger in their natural environment.
Located on the coast of the English Channel, serves as a gateway to London. You can't miss the White Cliffs of Dover, 100 million years old or the giant castle of Dover.
Inverness and Loch Ness are inextricably linked,particularly for tourists and few tourists visit Inverness without also having a tour around Loch Ness plus it is close enough to cycle there.Inverness modern shopping centreholidaymakers and locals alike from all over the northern highlands take advantage of the excellent shopping,clubs and restaurants which have opened up in recent years,since Inverness city centre has modernised and blossomed.Travellers and holiday makers will find the compact city centre and the friendly unhurried pace makes Inverness a streess fee destination with a quality of life that is hard to beat anywhere in the world.
Lerwick is a bustling, cosmopolitan seaport with services and amenities only usually found in much larger places on the British mainland. The extensive leisure and entertainment facilities provide warm hospitality to visitors. The old waterfront is thronged with pleasure boats, visiting yachts, historic craft and working fishing boats. There's a variety of lively bars and clubs, ranging from popular "theme" bars to more traditional hostelries. Visitors can explore a surprisingly wide range of well-stocked shops. Lerwick also has an outstanding Museum and Archives, incorporating an art gallery.
The magnificent central part of Cork is located on an island formed by channels of the river Lee. The town itself is full of picturesque bays and beautiful bridges. Cork is the perfect place to get Irish tweed suit, to kiss the Blarnei Stone or simply relax and enjoy the charming countryside. When you are in Cork, you'll want to take the opportunity to visit Blarnei, just eight kilometers away. There you will find the castle Blarnei, home to the "Crown Jewel" of Ireland - the Blarnei Stone.
Reykjavik is a perfect town, with plenty of room, clean air, vibrant culture and beautiful environment. The southernmost capital of the world has it all. To enrich your knowledge of the Norwegian and Icelandic culture, visit the National Museum and the wooden buildings of the old city of Reykjavik. Afterwards leave the city behind and drive across landscapes of fire, ice and geysers to indulge in spas, that steam gushes.Don't miss such an ethereal experience.
Waterford is a city in Ireland and one of the most populous. Due to its history of Vikings, the major attraction here, is the oldest urban civic building, Reginald's Tower. There are, also, various museums and monuments which prove the city's special culture. For the history lovers, it is such an interesting place that they should never miss it! It is a scenic town with a beautiful coastline. Finally for the most adventurous, the gorgeous beaches offer a wide range of activities such as surfing, sailing, kayaking and diving. Waterford is a paradise even for the most demanding visitors!
Day | City/Port | Arrival | Departure |
1 | Amsterdam, Netherlands | ------ | 16:00 |
2 | Dover, United Kingdom | 08:00 | 18:00 |
3 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
4 | Inverness/Loch Ness Scotland | 08:00 | 18:00 |
5 | Lerwick/Shetland, UK | 08:00 | 18:00 |
6 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
7 | Akureyri, Iceland | 10:00 | 00:00 |
8 | Akureyri, Iceland | 00:00 | 14:00 |
9 | Reykjavik, Iceland | 10:00 | 00:00 |
10 | Reykjavik, Iceland | 00:00 | 11:59 |
11 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
12 | Belfast (Northern Ireland) | 08:00 | 17:00 |
13 | Cork | 10:00 | 18:00 |
14 | Waterford, Ireland | 07:00 | 17:00 |
15 | Cruising | 00:00 | ------ |
16 | Amsterdam, Netherlands | 06:00 | 00:00 |
With more open space, balconies and expansive glass exteriors on our Radiance Class ships, youmight just forget you’re on a ship at all.
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
Inaugural Date | 2004 |
Gross Tonnage | 90,090 |
Length | 962 ft |
Max Beam | 105.6 ft |
Draught | 27.9 ft |
Cruising Speed | 25 knots |
Guest Capacity (Double Occupancy) | 2,114 |
Staff Size | 859 |
Decks | |
Last Refurbished | 2008 |
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.
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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
Europe Sailings (excluding Italy departures) – Updates