Driving innovation at sea and continuously redefining cruise holidays.
Get excited, because a Royal Caribbean cruise might just be the funnest way to see the world. From incredible itineraries that take you across the globe, to non-stop onboard activities, a Royal Caribbean cruise is a cruise line of firsts. They’ve always been a step ahead, at the crest of the wave. Rock climbing, ice skating and surfing at sea – they did it before any other line and our holidays have all been better for it.
Wherever your wanderlust takes you, from the Bahamas to Asia, Royal Caribbean’ll get you there. Crossing the seas for over 50 years, when it comes to transporting guests to new worlds of discovery, they really know what they’re doing.
Across their huge fleet, Royal Caribbean brings the wow factor no matter which ship you choose to cruise with. From specialty dining to retro cocktail bars, not to mention a suite to suit every family, couple or solo traveller, a cruise holiday with Royal Caribbean doesn’t disappoint. With award-winning service as standard, prepare yourself for a holiday that you won’t forget in a hurry.
Onboard a Royal Caribbean ship, no stomach goes unsatisfied. From fussy eaters to world-travelled foodies, their varied, delicious menus have something for everyone. So, whether you’re looking to indulge in authentic dishes from the very destination you’re travelling to, or you’re in the mood for something different, every taste is catered to. World-class dining awaits, with cuisines from Tuscany to Tokyo - served up with first-rate service, of course. Sit back and relax with a casual bite from one of the many cafes, noodle bars and bistros on board, or step it up a notch at restaurants like Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen and 150 Central Park.
Variety is the spice of life and Royal Caribbean has choice well and truly covered. Savour the likes of charred beef carpaccio and gruyere cheese potato croquettes, Italian veal meatballs in Romana sauce or baked snow crab and salmon dynamite sushi rolls while you’re at sea. Royal Caribbean’s complimentary and specialty restaurants suit every palate, appetite, and fancy.
Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen
Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen serves Old-World classics done right. Think stone-baked pizzas made from the freshest ingredients, iconic pasta dishes and must-try meat and cheese platters to start. Many people claim Italian to be the finest cuisine the world has to offer, and if Giovanni’s is anything to go by, who are we to argue?
Chop’s Grille
Few nights beat steak night, and Chops Grille is the ideal spot to enjoy a sirloin at sea or a wagyu on the water. Hand-cut steaks are the order of the day in this smart casual speciality restaurant, all cooked to your exact taste and paired with a wine menu any sommelier would be drooling over.
Wonderland
Wonderland is a way to eat food like never before. A full-on sensory experience that treats your eyes as well as the palate, this is dining that’s truly beyond the ordinary. If you want your mind blown as well as your taste buds, this imaginative specialty restaurant is certainly the perfect place to start.
Izumi
Fancy something Far Eastern? Izumi’s exotic Asian-inspired noodle dishes, sushi and rolls have things wrapped up. This smart casual eatery is perfect for those with an adventurous palate, and those looking to try something a little new during their trip out on the high seas.
150 Central Park
Offering seasonal and elegant dishes crafted from locally sourced ingredients, 150 Central Park is a spectacular experience: they even prepare some of the dishes at your table! Think crispy pork belly with a port wine reduction, braised short rib and pan-seared halibut - but be sure to save room for the fried cheesecake - you’ll be glad you did.
Hooked Seafood
Experience the true taste of New England-style seafood for yourself at this casual eatery, with dishes like The Captain’s Platter and the Messy fish sandwich (napkins at the ready!), as well as classics like clam and crab chowder. Dine here for lunch or dinner and enjoy your favourite coastal flavours before and after your port excursions.
Jamie’s Italian
With a menu crafted by one of Britain’s most famous chefs, Jamie’s Italian by Jamie Oliver serves up Tuscan-inspired dishes with authentic recipes that the whole family can enjoy. Truffle tagliatelle, prawn linguine and Chianti-braised short rib are just a small teaser of the mouth-watering morsels you’ll find here.
Windjammer
Windjammer takes your tastebuds on a whirlwind trip around the globe. This casual eatery boasts pretty much any food item that you could dream up from stacked breakfasts to lunches-on-the-go and decadent dinners in the evening.
El Loco Fresh
Few cuisines can top Mexican for grab-and-go munchability, and El Loco Fresh serves up dish after dish of Mexican faves from burritos to tacos to fajitas and more! We’d also recommend heading to El Loco Fresh for breakfast at least once during your time on a Royal Caribbean cruise – the Breakfast Burritos are a thing of absolute beauty.
Dog House
Looking for a quick, easy bite? You can’t beat a hot dog at Dog House, especially when the bangers are this good. Keep it classic the American way with mustard and ketchup, or go for something a little different like chicken sausage with a burst of apple, this is top pedigree grub done like the US loves.
Solarium Bistro Restaurant
At the Solarium Bistro, every dish is bursting with freshness and flavour. Drawing inspiration from the best Mediterranean dishes, this buffet-style restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner to keep you fuelled throughout the day. Experience a bright and breezy meal inside or enjoy al fresco as the sun beams down. Either way, you won’t be disappointed.
Cafe Promenade
The casual hotspot that is Cafe Promenade is the perfect place to stop for a coffee and cinnamon bun, or a late night bite post-painting the top deck red. Enjoy a croissandwich, antipasti platters or delicious desserts - whatever takes your fancy.
Sorrento’s Pizzeria
Enjoy a slice or two throughout the day with Sorrento’s Pizzeria serving up top-notch toppings from traditional Margherita to sweet and smoky BBQ chicken. And the best thing: Sorrento’s is open from lunch until late - perfect for when those cravings kick in.
Coastal Kitchen
Exclusively for suite guests, Coastal Kitchen offers Mediterranean fusion dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy feta frittatas for breakfast, flatbreads for lunch or in the evening indulge in herb-crusted chicken and roasted veal tenderloin, washed down with a glass (or two) of vintage Tuscan wine.
Park Cafe
In the mood for a light bite during your day? Park Cafe is the place to be. With a menu full of deli classics, choose from fresh salads, paninis and sandwiches to satisfy the appetite. They also offer breakfast and sweet treats for good measure, so early risers and sweet tooths are taken care of too.
Samba Grill
At this traditional Brazilian steakhouse, tuck into slow-roasted meats that are carved tableside. Choose your favourite from the starter station before moving on to picanha and fraldinha cuts of meat, with flavours that are as bold as Brazil itself.
Portside BBQ
The Portside BBQ serves up the real deal, with authentic BBQ favourites like St Louis-style spare ribs and smoked chicken wings, alongside unbeatable sides like macaroni cheese and cornbread. Serving up lunch and dinner, it’s the perfect spot to experience the cuisine of the Southern states.
Johnny Rockets
With a retro diner atmosphere straight from the 50s, enjoy classic American-style cuisine at this casual eatery with burgers, shakes and fries to dine for. Go all out with their crispy chicken club sandwich and an Oreo cookies and cream shake, or make like the classics with a quarter pound burger stacked with all the toppings you’d expect.
Sabor
Treat yourself to a modern Mexican fiesta at Sabor, with traditional dishes like burritos, tacos and ceviche. Choose from beef short rib, spicy chicken or pulled pork tacos, as well as cinnamon churros and coconut flan to finish. Fancy a tipple? Get some premium tequila and Margaritas to go with everything and turn your feast into a real fiesta.
Teppanyaki
At Teppanyaki, it’s about more than just the food. Sure, you’ll enjoy fresh assorted sashimi, jumbo crispy soft shell crab and teppanyaki chicken, but you’ll also get a front row seat to the best culinary show there is. Watch as the expert chefs cook with a side of theatrics, before presenting their works of art right in front of you.
When you sail with Royal Caribbean, entertainment is never in short supply. Boasting an unrivalled line-up of Tony Award-winning Broadway musicals, ice skating shows, themed parties and bars, the good times won’t take long to get going.
Why not sip on an island-inspired cocktail at The Bamboo Room before saddling up for a poolside movie night under the stars? Or how about a spot of karaoke ahead of seeing how the professionals do it with one of Royal Caribbean’s own in-house productions? Whatever you go for, the range of entertainment onboard truly deserves a standing ovation. And they’re all included in the price, too!
Onboard a Royal Caribbean cruise, you’ll experience some of the greatest shows to ever take to the seas. As night falls and venues fill up, iconic classics wait to get toes tapping, hips moving and the crowd singing along to each and every word.
So what can you expect? You can’t go wrong with Grease, or the beloved Broadway feel of CATS. Turn up the feel-good factor with Hairspray, the iconic Tony Award tale of teenage dreams, or sing your heart out to We Will Rock You. And attention dancing queens, Mamma Mia! is also here to bring ABBA’s incredible selection of songs to the seas for the first time!
You’ve played hard on this cruise. You’ve tried new food, taken the kids round mini-golf and you even matched your partner drink-for-drink at karaoke. It’s time for a little me-time, and it’s here the Vitality Spa can help out.
Skilled therapists will ease all those tensions out with a selection of decadent treatments, from facials to massages and everything in between. Offering restorative massages and rejuvenating facials, as well as state-of-the-art fitness facilities, it’s the perfect place to relax, recharge and really make time for yourself. There’s even a separate spa for teens to chill in too.
“Is Royal Caribbean child friendly?” you might be asking. You’re in luck, Royal Caribbean’s family-first approach means there’s plenty in store for the whole clan. Babies, toddlers or teens, kids of all ages are welcome aboard here thanks to their award-winning Adventure Ocean programme. Educational and exciting, the Royal Caribbean kids club gives them the chance to conduct experiments, make new friends and get involved with all sorts of other activities, including rock climbing, ice skating, surfing, ziplining and bumper cars.
With a teen lounge, arcade, science lab, imagination studio and Adventure Ocean theatre, the options are endless. Aboard Royal Caribbean ships, you’ll also be able to take advantage of the family section of the library, poolside games, karaoke nights and specific family dining time.
Like a lot of mass market cruise lines, Royal Caribbean isn’t truly all inclusive. The line operates a base fare, which guests can pay for add-ons should they so wish. This helps to keep the line’s entry point lower – and ensures guests don’t end up paying for things they don’t actually want.
Royal Caribbean keep their drink package offering simple, with three packages to go for...
Deluxe Beverage Package
When purchased ahead of your cruise, the Deluxe Beverage Package will cost you between $48 - $79 per guest, per night. When purchased onboard, you’ll be looking at somewhere in the region of $63 - $89 per guest, per night. The package includes…
Refreshment Package
For a booze-free option, Royal Caribbean’s Refreshment Package starts at $29 per day per guest, and includes…
Classic Soda Package
Previously known as the “the soda card” by many of the line’s guests – and big hit with kids – the Classic Soda package starts at $12.99 per day per guest, and includes…
Royal Caribbean is owned by the Royal Caribbean Group, who are also the full or partial owner of Celebrity Cruises, Silversea Cruises, and TUI Cruises, too.
Yes! We offer flights on select Royal Caribbean cruises. Take a look at our full range of Royal Caribbean cruises, including those which include flights, here.
Not a big fan of flying? That won’t be a problem – sailing with Royal Caribbean means you can sail from Southampton and onto your destination with ease if you so wish.
Per the Royal Caribbean site, all the line’s ships feature North American standard, 110 volts AC and standard European 220/230 volts AC plug outlets.
They do indeed! Every interior stateroom includes a fridge or minibar – along with either a Royal king size bed or two twin beds, a private bathroom with shower, vanity area, a TV and telephone and 24-hour room service.
Gratuities are an automatic, obligatory charge that help to cover the services that your stateroom attendant and dining room staff provide.
However, in the event you aren’t satisfied by this service, then you can ask to modify the daily amount by visiting Guest Services onboard. You can also request to not pay for gratuities simply because you don’t want to pay it, however this is considered poor cruise etiquette.
Since 1988, the line has owned Coco Cay - an island located in the Bahamas - for its guests to relax on during trips to the Caribbean. On this exclusive piece of paradise, having the perfect day – and doing it your way – is a cinch whether it’s a thrill or a chill you prefer.
There are swim-up bars to sip at, the tallest waterslide in North America (which’ll need conquering), white sands to unwind on and even a hot-air balloon which ascends 137 metres over the island! And best of all, it’s all yours to explore while you’re there.
