She claims the title of the worlds largest – and most adventure-filled – cruise ship
The newest member of Royal Caribbean Internationals Oasis class of ships, Symphony of the Seas, claims the title of the worlds largest – and most adventure-filled – cruise ship, weighing in at 228,0821 tons and offering 28 more staterooms than her newest sister ship, Harmony of the Seas.
Touting new features and amenities for guests, Symphony also boasts all the groundbreaking innovations and thrilling experiences that earned worldwide recognition for Harmony of the Seas.
Among the award-winning and acclaimed favourites are the distinct seven-neighbourhood concept, imaginative and sophisticated dining, Bionic Bar robot bartenders powered by Makr Shakr, Broadway-caliber entertainment, the iconic waterfront AquaTheater, the Perfect Storm trio of waterslides, and Ultimate Abyss the tallest slide at sea.
Having completed her inaugural Europe season, the flagship of the Royal Caribbean fleet sailed into her permanent, year-round home at RCIs brand new, state-of-the-art Terminal A at Port Miami, the largest cruise terminal in America, in November 2018.
Symphony measures 1,188ft in length, has 18 decks and accommodates 5,535 passengers at double occupancy up to a maximum of 6,870, as well as a 2,100 crew.
Facilities include a childrens water park, a full-size basketball court, ice-skating rink, and two 43ft rock-climbing walls.
New culinary adventures
Hooked Seafood This upscale eatery atop of the worlds largest cruise ship in the Solarium serves up the real taste of New England-inspired seafoodwith ocean vistas to match.
Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade Stretching the length of a reimagined Boardwalk, now touting fresh energy and swagger, the whole family can watch the home team play across 31 big-screen TVs, during the day and into the late night. The indoor and outdoor arcade, packed with over 20 games, offers the opportunity for friendly competition.
El Loco Fresh Made-to-order tacos and burritos wrapped with fresh tortillas are among the Mexican street food favourites that will hit the spot for adventure seekers.
Sugar Beach The signature sweet and ice cream shop is the sweet spot on the Boardwalk with more than 100 types of sweets and ice cream flavours.
New ways to play
Battle for Planet Z Royal Caribbeans first glow-in-the-dark laser tag game brings two teams of eight head to head in an out-of-this-world adventure to determine who will claim the last planet in the galaxy.
Escape the Rubicon In the ultimate race against the clock, friends old and new must band together in the Rubicon submarine a sophisticated, custom-built escape room to solve a collection of puzzles before time runs out.
Family accommodations
Ultimate Family Suite A two-level, 1,346-sq-ft suite filled with awesome thrills offers more than enough room for the whole family and friends. Features include an in-room slide, a private cinema with an 85-inch HD TV, a floor-to-ceiling LEGO wall, a 212-sq-ft balcony complete with table tennis and a full-size whirlpool.
PASSENGERS : 6,870
CABINS: 2,775
CREW : 2,100
FACILITIES : Three main dining rooms( two sittings), four alternative dining options, three show lounges, library, casino, four swimming pools, fitness centre, sauna, steam room, ice skating rink, jogging track, two rock climbing walls, basketball/volleyball court, surf-rider, nine hole golf, health spa and aerobics.