This island is nothing but challenge!Elephant Island is one of the places Antarctic history enthusiasts dream of reaching!
Elephant Island is a remote, beautiful island, covered with ice, in a short distance from the coast of Antarctica. The only inhabitants are penguins, seals and walruses but everything around you will enchant you.The island supports no significant flora or native fauna although migratory Gentoo penguins and seals may be found, and Chinstrap penguins nest in season.The island is well placed to support scientific, fishing and whaling activities.This ice-covered location will pleasantly surprise the winter's lovers!
Against a backdrop of spectacular peaks the Fjords and islands of the Chilean coast are home to dolphins,whales,seals and Magellanic penguins.Exploring by Zodiac and on foot,pass below discover hidden lakes and waterfalls.
Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina is known for its architecture, nightlife and cultural events
Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, is the largest city and port in the country and one of the most prosperous cities in Latin America. It is considered to be the "Paris of South America" with a sense more European than South American. Buenos is known for its architecture, nightlife and cultural events. It has many attractions, such as the Evita Museum in Plaza de Mayo Square, the famous Colon theater, the modern district Recoleta with elegant shops and restaurants and the spectacular Iguassu Falls.
Stanley or Port Stanley is the capital and only city essentially the Falkland Islands. The Falklands archipelago is teeming with wonders of wildlife and nature experience personal encounters with peguins and pinnipeds or the beauty of delicate flowers. Discover an unpolluted environmernt with fantasically clear blue skies seamless horizons, vast open spaces and stunning white sand beaches. Whether you are looking for adventure or seeking quiter pleasure the falklands are a great place to relax and unwind.
Gerlache Strait is a channel separating the Palmer Archipelago from the Antarctic Peninsula.Here, you will be lucky to admire a beautiful scenery full of icebergs.It is also, possible to see whales swimming all around and have the opportunity to feed these beautiful animals. This strait offers the visitors gorgeous panoramic views and it is a part of the Antarctic that you need to visit especially for the winter lovers!
Here you will find the Horn Island, the southernmost point of the America and the Tierra del Fouego archipelago. Here is the contribution of this diverse ecosystem of the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. The wildlife is abundant and the naturalist passenger will find a great interest in explorating the island.
The Strait of Magellan is a sea passage,located at the southern trip of South America connecting the Atlantic to the Pacific ocean.Located in the region of Patagona.Its length is 580km long and 20-30 km wide.
Paradise Bay is a picturesque harbour in West Antarctica. It offers a majestic icy landscape. It is surrounded by white and blue icebergs and the waves sculpture unusual but beautiful shaped glaciers. The frozen land boasts breathtaking scenery and a unique wildlife. While cruising, you can witness rare species of migratory birds and penguins as well as whales. Also, paddling through the charming landscape will be an experience of a lifetime.
This beautiful coastal city in the province Tsoumpat of Patagonia, is a gateway to an exotic and exciting garden of Eden. From here you can explore the Peninsula Valdés, the famous wildlife sanctuary and the Punta Tombo, which hosts the largest colony of Magellanic penguins in the world.
The city proper is locates on the northeastern shore of Brunswick Pensisula.Besides the eastern shore with the settlements of Guiarabo,Rio Amarillo and Punta San Juan the peninsula is largely unihabited.Located on the Brunswick Peninsula.Punta Arenas is among the largest cities in the entire Patagonion Region.
You are certain to leave with amazing memories, and pictures, as you cruise through Schollart Channel located near Antarctica. Take in the mesmerizing sights of massive ice flows, humpback whales, waddling penguins and seals.
Ushuaia is the capital of Tierra del Fuego Province, Argentina. It has been described as the southernmost city in the world. Tourist attractions include the Tierra del Fuego National Park and Lapataia Bay. Wildlife attractions include local birds, penguins, seals, and orcas.
Valparaiso is one of the most picturesque ports in the world. The view as you approach from the sea is particularly fascinating because Valparaiso seems to hang on steep precipices. Most of the city is a maze of alleys, winding streets, staircases and funicular lifts called "ascensores"-if you have not climbed to one before, it will be a surprise for you!
Day | City/Port | Arrival | Departure |
1 | Buenos Aires | ------ | 00:00 |
2 | Buenos Aires | 00:00 | 19:00 |
3 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
4 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
5 | Puerto Madryn, Argentina | 07:00 | 17:00 |
6 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
7 | Port Stanley, Falkland Island | 08:00 | 19:00 |
8 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
9 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
10 | Gerlache Straight | 11:00 | 13:00 |
10 | Paradise Bay, Antarctica | 14:00 | 16:00 |
10 | Schollart Channel, Antarctica | 17:00 | 19:00 |
11 | Elephant Island,Antarctica | 14:00 | 16:00 |
12 | Cape Horn | 18:00 | 20:00 |
13 | Ushuaia, Argentina | 08:00 | 00:00 |
14 | Ushuaia, Argentina | 00:00 | 14:00 |
15 | Punta Arenas, Chile | 09:00 | 19:00 |
16 | Strait of Magellan | 00:00 | 00:00 |
17 | Chilean Fjords, Chile | 00:00 | 00:00 |
18 | Cruising | 00:00 | ------ |
19 | Valparaiso, Chile | 07:00 | 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 | 2003 |
Gross Tonnage | 90,090 |
Length | 962 ft |
Max Beam | 105.6 ft |
Draught | 27.9 ft |
Cruising Speed | 22 knots |
Guest Capacity (Double Occupancy) | 2,501 |
Staff Size | 859 |
Decks | |
Last Refurbished | 2012 |
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