It looks like 2018 will be a pretty big year for Royal Caribbean with a lot of changes, but no change is bigger than the anticipated arrival of a new cruise ship and refurbishment of quite a few year, Royal Caribbean plans on changes to its fleet of ships and if you are considering a 2018 cruise, then you are certainly going to want to consider some of these ships that are getting new upgrades or are joining the fleet for the first is what you need to know about the cruise ships joining Royal Caribbean's fleet and which ships will be upgraded this cruise ships in 2018There is just one new ship joining Royal Caribbean's fleet in 2018, but it is going to be a big deal emphasis on "big".Symphony of the SeasIt is quite likely that of all the new ships to debut in 2018 across the cruise industry, very likely you will hear quite a bit about Symphony of the of the Seas is the fourth Oasis class ship in the fleet and will become the largest cruise ship in the world, with 16 guest decks, encompassing more than 230,000 gross registered tons and carry 5,500 guests at double occupancy across 2,759 of the Seas will feature many of the amazing features that made her sister ships famous, as well as offer own unique features. Symphony of the Seas will call home a brand new cruise terminal in PortMiami, designed specifically for this ship. The new terminal will not only look impressive, it will feature something the cruise line calls, "frictionless arrival". When guests arrive to the port, they can use their mobile phone to check-in and board the ship with just a security checkpoint between the curb and the ship. A redesigned check-in experience will eliminate lines and bypasses the counter. The new process will leverage a combination of facial recognition, bar codes and beacons to make boarding fast and onboard the ship, there will be some new dining options to try, like fresh New England style seafood at Hooked Seafood restaurant, game day favorites at Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade, or authentic Mexican fare at El Loco of the Seas will be the first Oasis Class ship to offer laser tag at sea in Studio B. An epic glow-in-the-dark laser tag experience. State-of-the-art technology and special effects will transform Studio B into the ultimate laser tag arena as family, friends and foes battle over the fate of the last planet in the of the Seas will also offer signature entertainment onboard that has distinguished the cruise line from all others. The hit Broadway musical "Hairspray" is coming back to Royal Caribbean on Symphony of the Seas. "Flight" is a brand new show in the Royal Theater that takes you through the history and future of flight. HiRo in the Aqua Theater is a new show that combines cutting-edge technology, future-forward choreography, unexpected stunts and highly innovative, physically extraordinary is plenty more to love about Symphony of the Seas, including The Perfect Storm trio of water slides, dancing robot bartenders at Bionic Bar, virtual balcony staterooms, Central Park and Boardwalk neighborhoods, and Voom high speed internet, just to name a of the Seas will debut in April 2018 and offer an initial European season prior to coming to Miami in November ship refurbishments in 2018Royal Caribbean is always looking to add more value to their ships and in 2018, four Royal Caribbean ships are getting upgrades, refurbishments and some nice is a list of what you can expect to see changed in the coming of the SeasAllure of the Seas is going into dry dock in about a week to get its propulsion fixed, which should rectify a problem that was first identified last work being done is limited to fixing the propulsion, so while the ship is getting work done, there is nothing exciting to report on when the ship returns. Of course, a fully operational propulsion system is always a good feature to have of the SeasAdventure of the Seas will undergo a 30-day refurbishment at the end of January to add new features and Caribbean will add Izumi Japanese Cuisine, new inside and oceanview staterooms and a Suite Lounge to Adventure of the Seas as part of the work being of the SeasAdding to a busy January for ship work, Majesty of the Seas will also get some work done in January 2018. Royal Caribbean has not officially announced this refurbishment, but a number of sailings have been canceled to clear time for the work to be work is to begin following the January 19, 2018 sailing and extend through all of February. The first Majesty of the Seas sailing following the refurbishment will be March 5, Caribbean has not announced what work will be done. There has been plenty of rumors floating about, but it is safe to bet the work will include some necessary maintenance, and perhaps adding of enhanced of the SeasBrilliance of the Seas will undergo a dry dock for maintenance work in the second quarter of are no sailings scheduled between Friday April 20, 2018 and Tuesday, May 1, 2018. No word on what work will be done, but it is expected to be mostly a maintenance effort to keep the ship running in great of the SeasIn April 2018, Royal Caribbean will send Independence of the Seas for an extensive refurbishment, where she will receive a number of upgrades and Independence of the Seas returns to service, she will offer these new upgrades and featuresA larger interactive aqua park, Splashaway Bay, featuring wild waterslides, water cannons, fountains, pools and drench bucketAddition of Izumi specialty restaurant with table side Teppanyaki grillsNew loungesPanoramic Ocean View staterooms to be addedImproved ice rinkRevamped Royal TheaterTrampoline ParkEscape roomLaser TagMariner of the SeasMariner of the Seas will receive a massive majover this year that will see Royal Caribbean invest over $100 million in upgrades and six-week drydock in Cadiz, Spain, will take place in May and June 2018. The updates will coincide with the June 2018 opening of the newly constructed dock at Coco Cay, Royal Caribbean's private destination, which will play a major role in the Mariner's you are wondering what work will be done on Mariner of the Seas, so are we. Royal Caribbean has not announced yet the scope of changes coming to Mariner of the Seas. Vision of the SeasVision of the Seas is scheduled for a dry dock in the fourth quarter of 2018. There appears to be a gap in sailings between November 1 and November 13, word on what work will be ship addition or refurbishment are you most excited about? Tell us in the comments!

In 06 Nov 2017With November here, time is running out of 2017 and we cannot help but look forward to some of the exciting cruises coming in 2018. By the looks of it, things are shaping up to be a big year for Royal you are considering booking a Royal Caribbean cruise for 2018 and want to be a part of Royal Caribbean taking a step forward, then consider these cruises assuming there's still availability.Return to New OrleansPhoto by Michael HicksIn 2018, Royal Caribbean will return to New Orleans as a homeport after a number of years absence. Starting in Winter 2018, Vision of the Seas will offer weeklong cruises from New Orleans to the Bahamas, as well as destinations in the Western of the Seas refurbishment and new homeMariner of the Seas will undergo a six-week modernization program that will see Royal Caribbean invest over $100 million in upgrading the ship. When she finishes her refurbishment, Mariner of the Seas will be a great ship for first time cruisers and those you are looking for a rather long sailing, Mariner of the Seas will take a "Global Odyssey" cruise, going from Singapore to Dubai, then on to Barcelona prior to her arrival in her new home in North of the Seas will call Miami, Florida home in 2018, and will be the first Voyager Class ship to offer short Caribbean sailings. Mariner of the Seas will offer 3- and 4-night itineraries from PortMiami, beginning on June 21, of the Seas European inaugural sailingsThere is little doubt that 2018 will be the year of Symphony of the Seas, Royal Caribbean's next new cruise ship. Symphony of the Seas is the fourth Oasis class cruise ship in the fleet, and will debut in Barcelona, Spain on March 31, her inaugural season, Symphony of the Seas will spend the summer in the Mediterranean and offer stops in Provence, France; Rome, Naples and Pisa, Canal sailingsBefore making her way to New Orleans, Vision of the Seas will offer two 16-night sailings through the Panama Canal from Miami to Los Angeles, California. This will be the first time in three years that Royal Caribbean has offered a cruise through the Panama first of the trips, departing on November 13, 2018, will go from Miami to Los Angeles. It'll be followed by a voyage from Los Angeles to New transatlantic and new homeFollowing Symphony of the Seas' European debut, she will embark upon a transatlantic sailing that will bring her to new home of Miami in November of the Seas will be welcomed to Miami with the brand new state-of-the-art terminal at Port Miami, known as the, “Crown of Miami.” This 170,000-square-foot Royal Caribbean terminal will be LEED certified and showcase the innovation and elegance travelers expect from our ships, with a striking “crown” design and facade lighting to illuminate the city’s night skyline.

Home » News » Royal Caribbean Europe Cruises for 2018 Announced Including New Ports It’s that time of year when cruise lines slowly roll out their 2018 ship deployments, meaning new itineraries for the upcoming year. Royal Caribbean Europe cruises announcement for 2018 included some fanfare for their soon-to-be-launched Symphony of the Seas. Taking to the water in summer 2018 and part of Royal Caribbean Europe cruises announcement, Symphony of the Seas will be the world’s largest ship and definitely one of the most noticeable in Europe next year. Royal Caribbean Europe cruises for 2018 will introduce a brand new port-of-call for the 2018 summer season Holyhead on the Isle of Anglesey, Wales. Destinations returning to European itineraries in 2018 after a brief hiatus include Flam, Molde, and Skjolden in Norway and Isafjordur, Iceland. In total, Royal Caribbean Europe cruises include over 110 “European Odysseys” as they call their new itineraries. More about Symphony of the Seas Europe cruises Debuting April 2018 in Barcelona, Symphony of the Seas will spend an inaugural summer season in the western Mediterranean. Beginning April 21, the ship will offer seven-night itineraries from Barcelona to Palma de Mallorca, Spain; Provence, France; Florence/Pisa, Rome and Naples/Capri, Italy. Round-trip sailings from Rome are also available. Also new in 2018, Vision of the Seas joins Symphony to offer 12-night sailings from Barcelona with ports-of-call in Rome, Italy; Nice, France; Santorini and Athens, Greece. In Northern Europe, Brilliance of the Seas will sail new 12-night itineraries from Amsterdam visiting countries throughout the Baltics, Norway and the British Isles, including the new port of Holyhead, Wales. Barcelona Mediterranean Adventures Symphony of the Seas, heads to the Western Mediterranean on seven-night sailings, round-trip from Barcelona, Spain or Rome, Italy. Vision of the Seas adds new 12-night Greek Isles itineraries from Barcelona, plus 12-night Mediterranean adventures to France and Italy, including stops in Rome and Florence/Pisa, the Amalfi Coast and an overnight in Venice. British and Scandinavian Cruises Brilliance of the Seas will call Northern Europe home for the first time, with 12-night itineraries from Amsterdam, exploring the Baltics and British Isles, and featuring new port-of-call Holyhead, Wales. Independence of the Seas returns to Southampton, offering three- to 14-night cruises to the Mediterranean plus a 14-night adventure to the Canary Islands from Southampton. Navigator of the Seas will join Independence, sailing five- to 14- night itineraries from Southampton. Serenade of the Seas will offer seven-night sailings to the Norwegian Fjords, plus a fabulous Scandinavia and Russian voyage departing from Copenhagen, Denmark and Stockholm, Sweden. Italian Adventures from Venice and Rome After a $30 million makeover in 2016, Jewel of the Seas will sail seven- and nine-night cruises though the Greek Isles and Western Mediterranean. Rhapsody of the Seas will return to Venice, Italy with seven-night excursions to the Greek Isles, and Greece & Croatia. If you’re chomping at the bit for a Royal Caribbean Europe cruise, keep in mind that the best stateroom selection and deals are at the very beginning of the deployment announcement. Your deposit is refundable before final payment and you can monitor the rates and set a price drop alert through the link below. I’m the editor and creator of a solo traveler cruising the world on waves and wheels, collecting recipes along the way. I hope my articles and photos entertain, advise and inspire you to travel the world without flying. Take a breath…stop for a local meal and a glass of wine along the way.

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