RCI to revamp Majesty of the Seas

Royal Caribbean International (RCI) has confirmed its Majesty of the Seas cruise liner will undergo a series of improvements prior to the summer 2016 sailing season.

Majesty of the Seas interior.
Majesty of the Seas interior.Highlights of the overhaul include the installation of Voom high-speed Internet, which will be available for free to all guests.

Highlights of the overhaul include the installation of Voom high-speed Internet, which will be available for free to all guests.

Other new features will include revamped waterslides, family-friendly Jacuzzis, and a poolside movie screen. Guests will also be able to enjoy the Dreamworks Experience, featuring activities and entertainment with Shrek, Fiona and other favourite characters from the animation studio’s popular movies.

An enhanced casino will offer gamers a variety of popular slot machines and table games and suite guests will enjoy exclusive amenities and services as part of a newly enhanced suite programme.

New culinary options will include Izumi Japanese cuisine with fresh sushi rolls and sashimi, the Sabor Taqueria, featuring a menu of authentic and modern Mexican dishes, which can be enjoyed alfresco; and the Chef’s Table, an exclusive experience hosted by the Executive Chef and Sommelier for an intimate wine pairing dinner.

“Our short itineraries have been very popular offering holidaymakers the perfect opportunity to sample the unmatched experience of a Royal Caribbean cruise, as well as providing a quick adventurous getaway,” said Michael Bayley, president & CEO, Royal Caribbean International. “With these exciting new features as well as unprecedented fast and free unlimited internet for guests on Majesty of the Seas, we are stepping up our game and offering a phenomenal short cruise adventure for our guests.”

Majesty of the Seas will sail three and four night cruises to the Bahamas with visits to the cruise line’s private island destination, CocoCay. The tropical paradise offers white sand beaches and turquoise blue waters set in 140 acres of lush vegetation. The secluded Bahamian island, reserved exclusively for Royal Caribbean guests, features an aquatic park and water slide, beach volleyball and football, snorkelling and other water-based recreation.

With Majesty of the Seas’ move, the cruise line is now able to deploy Rhapsody of the Seas – which was announced to sail short Bahamas itineraries from Port Canaveral – to Tampa offering seven-night Western Caribbean cruises in winter 2016. The new itineraries will further expand the choices for guests in Central Florida and help Royal Caribbean increase the total number of US destinations, from where holidaymakers can find conveniently accessible ports to embark on the ultimate Caribbean cruise adventure.

Reservations for the Majesty of the Seas’ inaugural Port Canaveral season are now available for sailings beginning 27th May 2016. Rhapsody of the Seas’ Tampa sailings are also open for sale for sailings beginning 3rd December 2016.

 sourced:traveldailymedia.com