The times when only wealthy people could afford vacations on cruise ships are long gone. Today sea cruises offer tourists the opportunity to visit several countries in the shortest possible time for quite reasonable price, and the ticket price usually includes meals and all kinds of entertainment. In order to accommodate staff, passengers, recreation areas, restaurants and other attributes of a sea cruise on board the ship, the dimensions of the liner must be appropriate. It is not surprising that almost every year information about another record holder in terms of size appears in the headlines. In our article we will tell you about the fifteen largest cruise ships today.

Symphony of the Seas

The largest cruise ship today is the Symphony of the Seas Royal Caribbean company. The giant 18-deck ship is an Oasis class ship with 22 restaurants, 24 swimming pools, 2,759 cabins and a huge park with tropical plants. In addition, the ship boasts the world's tallest water slide, which is operated in open waters. The total carrying capacity of the liner is 228,081 register tons, and the length is 362 meters.

Symphony of the Seas is divided into seven “cities”, arranged in a certain style of areas - this organization of space is a unique feature of the Oasis class, and passengers really enjoy exploring the features of each “city”. The maximum passenger capacity of the ship is 6,680 people, and both the staff and the ship itself are well prepared for such a large number of passengers.

Symphony of the Seas' maiden voyage took place in April 2018, but its days as the world's largest cruise ship are numbered: in 2021, the fifth ship of the Oasis class will launch, the dimensions of which promise to be even larger.

Harmony of the Seas

The predecessor of the modern record holder was Royal Caribbean's Harmony of the Seas, which also belongs to the Oasis class. The ship launched in 2016 and can accommodate 6,687 passengers. One of its signature features is the Ultimate Abyss water slide, which allows vacationers to slide down 10 decks at 15 km/h. Harmony of the Seas has a cargo capacity of 226,963 gross tons and a length of 362 meters, similar to Symphony of the Seas.

Allure of the Seas

Allure of the Seas was introduced in 2010 and is also part of the Oasis family. The ship's 6,687 passengers can choose between 25 restaurants, 4 swimming pools and 10 Jacuzzis. The crown jewel of this cruise ship is a huge 1,380-seat theater where international award-winning Broadway musicals like Chicago are staged.
Royal Caribbean actively cooperates with DreamWorks Entertainment, which is why you can meet famous cartoon characters on board Allure of the Seas and other ships of the same family. The total carrying capacity of the liner is 225,282 register tons, and the length is 360 meters.

Oasis of the Seas

Oasis of the Seas is the first ship in the Oasis line; it was on it that in 2009 the system of organizing space in the form of “cities” was first used; today this concept is a kind of standard.
At the time of the ship's first launch in 2009, its passenger capacity was considered a record - 6,780 people. The ship also featured the deepest swimming pool ever built on a floating vessel. In addition, vacationers on Oasis of the Seas could become spectators of exclusive screenings of the Broadway musical “Hairspray.”

MSC Meraviglia

This liner became the first representative of the Meraviglia class of MSC - Mediterranean Shipping Company. Meraviglia launched in 2017, and a second vessel of the same type will enter service in 2019. It can accommodate 5,714 passengers, and the most unusual entertainment is Cirque du Soleil, which performs 12 times a week under an exclusive agreement with MSC.
Most of the MSC Meraviglia cruise routes pass through the Mediterranean, so vacationers are offered mainly local cuisine, for example, there is a restaurant of the popular Italian chain Eataly on board. The liner also has an indoor promenade, available to vacationers around the clock - on its ceiling there is a huge LED screen with an area of 480 square meters. m, on which a variety of images are broadcast, creating a unique atmosphere in the room.

Norwegian Bliss

Norwegian Cruise Line's Breakaway-Plus class ship Norwegian Bliss entered service at the end of April 2018. NCL ships are easily recognizable from afar by their bright hull design; today there are three Breakaway-Plus class vessels, the fourth will be launched in 2019.
A distinctive feature of NCL liners is that the restaurants are not located indoors, as in most ships, but on the open part of the deck, so vacationers can simultaneously enjoy a delicious dinner and a view of the sea surface. Norwegian Bliss accommodates 4,004 passengers, has a total cargo capacity of 168,028 gross register tons and is 329 meters long. The vessel holds records in the categories “largest kart on a watercraft” and “largest open-air laser tag field.”

Quantum of the Seas

Royal Caribbean's Quantum family consists of three identical ships. Quantum of the Seas launched in 2014 and can carry up to 4,180 passengers. Although this ship is much smaller than the Oasis class ships of the same company, your vacation on it promises to be no less eventful. This ship was designed specifically for the Asian market and mainly sails from China, so its style, entertainment and cuisine are tailored to local ethnic characteristics.

In addition to the large casino, Quantum of the Seas also has its own racing track, a circle for those who want to get acquainted with circus art, numerous promenades and open areas. Vacationers can also choose between 18 restaurants, and for thrill-seekers there is a very realistic skydiving simulator “North Star” and an attraction in the form of a glass capsule that rises 90 meters above the upper deck of the liner - from there there is a stunning view of both the ship itself and to the waters surrounding it. Don't forget the Bionic Bar, where a robot bartender will mix a cocktail for you.

Anthem of the Seas

The second ship of the Quantum class Anthem of the Seas is the only ship of this family that sails in the waters Atlantic Ocean. The liner's first voyage took place in April 2015: it was an eight-day cruise from British Southampton to the ports of France and Spain.
Anthem of the Seas accommodates 4,180 guests and has a gross cargo capacity of 168,666 gross register tons - in 2016 it became the largest ship ever to enter Halifax Port in Nova Scotia, Canada.

Ovation of the Seas

Ovation of the Seas is currently the last Quantum-class vessel in service, but the line is planned to be expanded in the future. The ship is used for cruises around Alaska during the Northern Hemisphere summer and spends the rest of the year in Australia.
The Ovation of the Seas' passenger and cargo capacity are no different from its siblings.

The Quantum series is known for the carefully designed design of staterooms and common areas, and Ovation of the Seas was the first liner on which windowless interior cabins were equipped with virtual balconies - images from cameras surrounding the ship’s deck are transmitted to them in real time.

Norwegian Joy

Another NCL liner, the 334-meter Norwegian Joy, was built to order from China, the interior was designed in accordance with the preferences of the majority of Chinese tourists, and the hull was designed by the famous artist Tan Ping. The total carrying capacity of the vessel is 167,725 register tons.

Since 2017, Norwegian Joy has been sailing between China and Australia, carrying up to 3,883 holidaymakers. Unlike other ships on our list, this ship does not use the standard official language - English - but Mandarin Chinese or Mandarin Chinese.

Norwegian Escape

In 2015, the Norwegian Escape became the first NCL ship to be equipped with an exhaust gas cleaning system, also known as a scrubber, which removes impurities such as sulfur oxide from gases. Installing such a system allows ships to sail in regions with strict environmental restrictions, such as Alaska.

Norwegian Escape accommodates up to 4,266 guests, is 326 meters long and has a total cargo capacity of 165,300 gross register tons. Most of its cruise routes are in the Caribbean and Bahamas, and the base port is in Miami.

Liberty of the Seas

Another Royal Caribbean heavyweight on our list is Liberty of the Seas, which was previously a Freedom class launched in 2007. In 2012, the ship was reconstructed and reorganized according to the already proven Oasis class system. The ship's total cargo capacity remained at the class standard level - 154,407 register tons, but passenger capacity increased to 4,960 people.

The 339-meter-long ship offers entertainment for every taste, including an attraction with artificial waves for surfing “Flow Rider”, a climbing wall, an ice track, a cinema with 1350 seats, etc. The designers paid special attention to the development of a three-story dining area, each floor of which is named in honor of the Renaissance artist.

Norwegian Epic

The NCL Norwegian Epic liner can carry up to 4,200 passengers, its length is 325 meters, and the total carrying capacity is 134,500 register tons. Since 2010, the ship has been based in the port of Nassau in the Bahamas.

In 2016, Norwegian Epic received an award as one of the ships with the best entertainment on board. At the local theater, vacationers can watch Broadway shows like “The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.” Tourists craving a cool break in the warm waters around the Bahamas can head down to the ice bar, where the temperature is maintained at -8°C.

Freedom of the Seas

Like most of the ships we list, Freedom of the Seas was the largest cruise ship in service when it was introduced in 2007. For a long time the ship was based in Florida, but it recently changed its home port to Puerto Rico and now operates seven-day cruises in the Southern Caribbean.

Freedom of the Seas is Royal Caribbean's Freedom class and can accommodate 4,370 people. Passengers can take part in the FreedomFest, during which they will learn about all the entertainment offered on the ship, including an ice skating rink, a climbing wall, a water park and floating pools located on special structures outside the ship.

Independence of the Seas

Before the introduction of the Oasis class, the ships of Royal Caribbean's Freedom family held the title of the largest cruise ships. The Independence of the Seas, the last on our list, was commissioned in 2008 and can accommodate up to 4,356 passengers in 1,815 cabins on 15 decks. With a length of 339 meters, its carrying capacity is slightly higher than that of its classmates - 160,000 register tons.

In the winter, Independence of the Seas operates cruises from Port Everglades, Florida, and in the summer, the ship operates in the Southampton area. Among the entertainment available to vacationers there is a theater with 1200 seats, shopping promenades with shops and bars, an ice track, and all kinds of sports grounds, climbing wall, swimming pools and much more.

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The largest cruise ships in the world

Modern passenger ships can amaze not only with the entertainment they provide, but also gigantic size. They look like floating mini-cities with restaurants, shops, parks, gyms, cinemas and beauty salons.

The top 10 included largest cruise ships in the world to date.

10. Carnival Magic | Length 306 m

(“Carnival of Magic”) opens the ten largest cruise ships in the world, whose length is 306 meters. The giant ship can accommodate up to 4,000 people on board, for whom there are about 1,500 cabins. On 14 decks there are restaurants, cafes, fitness centers, a football field, and various sports grounds for playing volleyball, basketball, golf and tennis. This is a real “Carnival of Magic”, which will give a lot of unforgettable impressions to both adults and young passengers. Carnival Magic has been cruising since 2010.

9. Celebrity Reflection | Length 319 m

It ranks ninth in the ranking of the largest cruise ships in the world. The length of the giant ship is 319 meters and the width is 37 meters. On board can accommodate up to 4,800 people including crew. Celebrity Reflection has been in operation since 2012 and is an example of luxury combined with comfort and innovative technologies. Upper deck has a huge green lawn, a Persian garden, a VIP area and much more. On board, in addition to numerous cafes and bars, there is a free Opus Dining Room restaurant with a capacity of up to one and a half thousand people. The number of personnel served is more than a thousand people.

8. MSC Fantasia | Length 333 m

The first cruise ship of the new generation of the Fantasia class. The largest ship was launched in 2008 and received the title of “Eco-ship”, like its future followers. Sea Length vehicle was 333 meters and the width was 38 meters. There are about 1,637 cabins on board, and in total MSC Fantasia can accommodate up to 4,500 people and crew. by the company MSC Cruises For the first time, the idea of a separate VIP zone was implemented, which was located on several decks at once. The cabins provide 24-hour service and also include a full range of entertainment. Passenger needs are served by more than 1,300 personnel. A special feature of MSC Fantasia is the Formula 1 simulator and an unusual water park with numerous illuminated musical fountains.

7. MSC Splendida | Length 333 m

Included in the list of the most large airliners in a world whose length is 333 meters. In addition, the ship bears the title of “Eco-ship”, thanks to the presence of innovative systems that protect environment from pollution. MSC Splendida has 18 decks, which house a variety of bars and restaurants, pizzerias, a cigar room, a theater, an Internet cafe, a casino, children's and teenagers' play areas, boutiques, sports grounds, saunas, a first-aid post and much more. Evening shows with dancers, singers and gymnasts are regularly held on the ship's main stage. The capacity of the vessel including its crew is about 4,300 people.

6. MSC Divina | Length 333 m

The largest Fantasia class cruise ship in the world. Its predecessors are MSC Fantasia and MSC Splendida. The ship was launched in 2012 and became a shining example new generation ships. On board MSC Divina, passengers will find plenty of entertainment and spacious, comfortable cabins. On 13 decks there are restaurants, bars, cafes, pizzerias, theaters, a conference room, a music salon, a disco, a library, a spa center, a bowling alley, a first-aid post, a laundry, a hairdresser, and more. The length of the ship is 333 meters, and the passenger capacity is 4200 people.

5. Norwegian Breakaway | Length 324 m

(“Norwegian Breakaway”) is one of the largest cruise ships in the world with a passenger capacity of up to 6,000 people including crew. The length of the vessel was 324 meters and the width was 40 meters. There are over 2 thousand cabins on 14 decks, a beach club, spa cabins, swimming pools, waterslides, water park, 28 cafes, restaurants and bars, shops, playground, casino, library, beauty salon, hairdresser, internet cafe, gym, etc. It also hosts regular entertainment shows performed by comedy troupe The Second City.

4. Norwegian Epic | Length 325 m

(Norwegian Epic) is one of the largest cruise ships in the world. It was built in 2009 by the Norwegian shipbuilder STX Europe and put into operation in 2010. The absolute length of the liner was 325.4 meters and the width was 40 meters. The Norwegian Epic can accommodate up to 5,900 people and crew on board. There are cinemas, numerous cafes, restaurants, water attractions and more on 13 decks.

3. Oasis of the Seas | Length 360 m

(“Oasis of the Seas”) opens the three largest liners in the world. This is the first Oasis class cruise ship, which was the largest passenger watercraft at the time of its construction (2008). Its length was 360 meters and its width reached 60 meters. The maximum passenger capacity is 6400 people. On board the vessel there are 16 decks with various topics. Vacationers can visit a local park of exotic plants, shops, gyms, cafes, the largest casino in the world cruise fleet, attractions, water park and much more.

2. Allure of the Seas | Length 360 m

(“Charm of the Seas”) ranks second in the ranking of the largest liners in the world. The ship is owned by Allure of the Seas Inc. It was built in 2009 and put into operation in 2010. The length of the ship was 360 meters and the width was 60 meters. "Charm of the Seas" can accommodate up to 6,400 passengers on board. There are various shops, boutiques, a water park, a jacuzzi, a casino, restaurants, bars, ice rink, attractions, sports grounds and much more. There is also a park of exotic plants on board where everyone can stroll.

1. Harmony of the Seas | Length 362 m

Harmony of the Seas(“Harmony of the Seas”) is the largest cruise ship in the world today. The length of the vessel is 362 meters and the width is 66 meters, which puts it in first place. Construction of the watercraft began in 2012, and in 2015 it was launched. Construction of Harmony of the Seas cost Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. More than 1 billion dollars. The giant ship made its first cruise on May 16, 2016. The passenger capacity of the liner is designed for 8,200 people including crew. The liner is divided into seven thematic sections: Central Park, Boardwalk, Royal Promenade, pool and gym area, Spa and fitness, entertainment area and children's area.

What else to see:

The largest cruise ship in the world, Symphony of the Seas (Symphony of the Seas) from Royal Caribbean (photo in the article), set off on its first voyage in April 2018. Prices are promised to be low, cruises last from 8 days

In April 2018 (Symphony of the Seas) - the most large airliner in the world, Royal Caribbean, went on its first voyage.

As of 2020, the airliner is still the largest on the planet

Extensive maiden voyage program

The Mediterranean Sea became the liner's habitat for the entire summer. Tourists will get pleasure and a lot of impressions from visiting cities and countries in the coastal zone. Ports of Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca. Spain, Florence, Pisa, Rome, Italy. November 24 is a milestone. When the ship switches to a permanent Miami route for cruise purposes. The Eastern and Western Caribbean are designated as permanent destinations.

For information to interested people: the duration of such cruises is 8 days.

Schedule of ship tours for upcoming dates

What surprises and amazes the imagination

The tourist liner can be called small sea city. He is able to take on board 5500 travelers. They will be located in 2775 cabins for two. Passengers have the opportunity to take walks around 16 decks cruise ship.

Just imagine the scale of this cruise ship, its length 362 meters, while the Eiffel Tower is 324 meters, and the infamous Titanic is only 291 meters.

For clarity, we have compared them together:

Information for gourmets

A special culinary program has been developed for the cruise ship. More than 20 restaurants will implement the program. The restaurants are located in 7 zones of the giant liner.

Let's take the Hooked restaurant as an example. The menu of this restaurant will offer tourists seafood and oysters. During lunch and dinner, passengers have an excellent opportunity to admire the wonderful views open sea: The restaurant is located at the head of the ship. This zone is called Solarium.

Delicious tacos, burritos and other delicious food await your lovers at El Loco Fresh Mexican, which features the wonders of Mexican cuisine.

The Sports Zone is the location of the Playmakers Sports Bar Arcade restaurant. The 100 seats of this restaurant will always be occupied by those who like to watch and cheer for a football or hockey team in a live broadcast. They have 30 TVs at their disposal, which are conveniently located in the hall for comfortable viewing from any place.

The bar on Boardwalk will become a place of pilgrimage for lovers of wings, delicious burgers, craft beer, and playing their favorite computer game. A great variety of slot machines are available to thrill-seekers around the clock.

All restaurants will present themselves with an updated culinary program, the main goal of which is to provide complete travel satisfaction to their customers. The extensive possibilities presented for food enjoyment will fully cope with your goals and turn the trip into a memorable event.

Use of nanotechnology

The wishes of fans of extreme recreation are taken into account. On the liner, the achievements are used high technology. For this purpose, laser tag will be installed on the liner. Special Effects: Reality TV will create an arena where the fierce struggle between good and evil will unfold. The goal is high and noble: to save from death unknown planet, lost in an endless galaxy.

For tourists who want to test themselves in the fight for life, they can test themselves in team wrestling: they must get out of the submarine before the time when it must certainly die. All participants will successfully acquire not only unforgettable experience, but will also gain a certain share of life experience.

For the convenience of passengers

There are no queues when checking in on the ship. To make this happen, innovative achievements are taken into account. Facial recognition, barcodes, beacons - these advances simplify check-in and make it hassle-free for passengers.

Guests have the option of registering via mobile app Royal Caribbean, and already at home upload your personal data to register on the ship. Upon arrival on the ship, they are only checked in the security area and immediately go to the cabin assigned to them.

The welcome guests on board the giant liner are provided with all the advances and technologies that each guest is accustomed to at home. They will be able to take advantage of various navigation methods and the fastest Internet.

Why you need to go on a trip:

The ship is equipped with everything necessary for a great holiday;
Use of high technologies to organize the life of tourists;
A huge selection of recreational opportunities for every tourist;
A unique nutrition program and the ability to choose any cuisine;
An interesting travel program: there is an opportunity to visit famous historical places;
It's actually not expensive compared to other airliners.

Video tour of the largest liner in the world

Have you ever dreamed of a cruise on a luxury ocean liner that looks more like a floating city than a huge ship? Today I want to show you 11 of the largest and most technologically advanced cruise ships in the world.

11. Disney Fantasy

Length: 339 meters
Displacement: 128,000 tons
Passengers: 4,000

Disney Fantasy takes a trip to Caribbean. This giant passenger ship boasts a virtual sports simulator, a park water activities with the Aqualab play area, where numerous slides, geysers and fountains are located on an area of 550 square meters. Children can also enjoy the “Royal Tea Party” with the princesses of Disney fairy tales.

10. Disney Dream

Length: 339 meters
Displacement: 128,000 tons
Passengers: 4,000

This fairytale cruise ship features a design style from the 20th century, referred to as the "Golden Age of Cruises." The ship cruises to the Bahamas and is also famous for its Aquaduck water slide and seven entertainment areas for children and teenagers of different ages.

9. Carnival Breeze

Length: 306 meters
Displacement: 130,000 tons
Passengers: 4,724

This majestic ship hosts comedy shows, a Guy's Burger Joint restaurant, a 3-D cinema, and rum and tequila bars.

8. Carnival Magic

Length: 306 meters
Displacement: 130,000 tons
Passengers: 4,724

On the ship “Carnival Magic” in the “SportSquare” area there is a nine-hole mini-golf course, and for fans of extreme team events there is a rope course over the sea. Also available to Passengers: a confectionery shop, a theater, a brewery and branded beer “ThirstyFrog Red”.

Length: 333 meters
Displacement: 133,500 tons
Passengers: 3,959

This Mediterranean cruise ship is famous for its Thermal Cave spa, twelve spa pools and 4-D cinema. The highlight of the ship is a Formula 1 simulator and a water park with “150 illuminated musical fountains.”

6.MSC Splendida

Length: 333 meters
Displacement: 133,500 tons
Passengers: 3,959

The name of the ship was given by the famous actress Sophia Loren. The liner is equipped with innovative systems that protect the environment from pollution, which is why it rightfully earned the title of “Eco-ship”. Its decks now include: five dining areas, a large theater, and a poker room. On all MSC ships, children under eleven years of age travel free of charge.

Length: 333 meters
Displacement: 139,400 tons
Passengers: 4,363

The luxury liner MSC Divina features Italian, Mediterranean and Tex-Mex restaurants, a cigar room and even an art gallery.

4. Norwegian Breakaway

Length: 329 meters
Displacement: 144.017 tons
Passengers: 4,000

This giant ship has thirteen decks, three dining rooms, 17 restaurants, 12 bars, water slides the size of a five-story building, and all managed by 1,700 crew members. The famous comedy troupe The Second City entertains ship guests with great comedy performances and pyrotechnic shows.

3. Norwegian Epic

Length: 325 meters
Displacement: 153,000 tons
Passengers: 4,228

The Norwegian Epic features a bowling alley, a theater where guests can dine while enjoying musicals and comedies, as well as jazz and blues clubs. There are also concerts by the famous blue-headed drummers from the Blue Man Group.

2. Oasis of the Seas

Length: 360 meters
Displacement: 220,000 tons
Passengers: 5,400

The world's second largest royal cruise ship, Oasis of the Seas, has 16 decks with different themes. For example, on one of them there is a handmade wooden children's carousel. There is also a Starbucks restaurant, an ice skating rink, the largest casino in the world's cruise fleet, Casino Royal, and a 750-seat water amphitheater with fountains, diving boards and outdoor diving towers. At the Cupcake Cupboard cafe you can taste thirty types of cupcakes.

1. Allure of the Seas

Length: 360 meters
Displacement: 222,900 tons
Passengers: 5,400

Our rating is completed by the largest cruise ship, Allure of the Seas, whose dimensions are simply stunning. To get some idea of its size, take a thousand blue whales and place them on four football fields. More than 300 cabins overlook Central Park with live trees, grass and flowers. The ship also has a golf course, a surfing simulator and a skating rink where ice and circus shows take place.

On the night of April 14-15, 1912, the Titanic sank. At that time he was the biggest ocean liner in the world.

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Queen Mary 2

Length: 345 meters
Capacity: 2620 passengers
Year of manufacture: 2004
Cost: $900 million
Cruise cost: $380 - $95,149

Queen Mary 2 is the oldest ship on our list. It was built in 2004 and updated in 2016, spending $117 million on renovations.

On board Queen Mary 2 there are fifteen restaurants and bars, five swimming pools, a casino, a theatre, a cinema, the world's first marine planetarium and the largest marine dance hall. There is a strict dress code on the ship: you can only wear swimsuits near the pools.

The company’s website offers more than two hundred cruises on Queen Mary 2: from two day trip route Southampton - Hamburg to travel around the world in 113 days.

Freedom of the Seas

Length: 338 meters
Capacity: 4370 passengers
Year of manufacture: 2006
Cost: $800 million
Cruise cost: $520 - $41,926

From 2006 to 2008, Freedom of the Seas was the largest passenger ship in the world. In 2007 and 2008, two more of the same were built: Liberty of the Seas and Independence of the Seas. These three ships held the title of largest until 2009.

Freedom of the Seas features an ice skating rink, boxing ring, water park, climbing wall, wave simulator for surfing and a 120-metre shopping area with shops, bars, restaurants and arcade games. A distinctive feature of such ships are swimming pools with a transparent bottom that protrude from the ship’s hull and hang over the water.

The most popular destination- cruises for 3–7 days Caribbean Sea and the Bahamas. There are two-week cruises on Mediterranean Sea and travel around Norwegian fjords for 8 nights.

Disney Dream

Length: 339 meters
Capacity: 4000 passengers
Year of manufacture: 2011
Cost: $900 million
Cruise cost: 1516 - $59,500

Disney Dream is the first of the two largest cruise ships of the Disney Cruise Line, which is part of the Walt Disney Company empire. In 2012, another similar ship was built - Disney Fantasy.

These ships have a mini-golf course, sports simulators, a full-fledged basketball court that can be transformed into a football field, volleyball and tennis courts. Disney Dream is the first ship in the world to have a water slide. This attraction is called AquaDuck - a slide 233 meters long and the height of a five-story building.

Both ships are based in Florida and sail in the Caribbean and Bahamas. Cruises last from three days to a week.

Quantum of the Seas

Length: 348 meters
Capacity: 4905 passengers
Year of manufacture: 2014
Cost: $935 million
Cruise cost: $549 - $14,746

The first of three twin ships that gave the Quantum series its name. Anthem of the Seas was built in 2015, and Ovation of the Seas was built in 2016.

Quantum of the Seas has a unique attraction - North Star. Observation deck in the form of a glass ball for 14 people, it rises 91 meters above sea level - that's like a 30-story building in height. Quantum of the Seas is the first ship on which a vertical wind tunnel was installed - a free fall simulator. On board there is a roller skating rink, a climbing wall, table tennis and billiards, a theater with Broadway productions, and a casino.

Interior cabins that do not overlook the ocean have large floor-to-ceiling screens that show the view overboard. They are called “virtual balconies”.

The ships operate flights to Asia and Australia. There are five-day cruises to China and Japan, and longer, two-week cruises to New Zealand and Australia. There is also a very exotic one - 11 days in Alaska.

Symphony of the Seas

Length: 362 meters
Capacity: 6680 passengers
Year of release: 2017
Cost: $1.35 billion
Cruise cost: $308 - $11,082

Now Symphony of the Sea is the largest passenger ship in the world. There are three more similar ships in the Oasis series: Oasis of the Seas, Allure of the Seas and Harmony of the Seas. But Symphony of the Seas is still larger than its twin brothers, although not by much.

These ships are the most luxurious ones in existence. They have tropical parks and two-story cabins on board, as well as volleyball and basketball courts, two climbing walls, an ice skating rink, a carousel, bowling alley and a theater - that is, all possible entertainment.

Casino Royale on Oasis of the Seas is one of the largest marine casinos in the world. The world's first Starbucks at sea opened on Allure of the Seas. And on Harmony of the Seas they built a water slide as tall as a 10-story building.

Royal Caribbean has many destinations, but the most popular of them are three-day cruises in the Bahamas and Europe, week-long cruises in Caribbean Islands, and a two-week cruise from Florida to Barcelona.

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