Royal Caribbean is on a mission to create even more ‘WOW moments’ for guests by amping up the onboard experience. This bold project is so broad they are not even calling it a fleet modernization. It’s called Royal Amplified℠ – The Future of Adventure.

Royal Caribbean is upgrading 10 ships over four years with a goal of making it the most incredible fleet in the world. They will add innovative attractions, pools, bars, and dining that will boost guests’ vacation experience to a new level of adventure and thrills.

It’s All About the Experience

Today’s travelers look for vacations that offer unique experiences and transformative encounters. Royal Caribbean appeals to a broad age range of singles, couples, and families because they offer such a variety of bragworthy experiences on board and on land.

Millennials love the novelty of having a drink served by robotic mixologists and active adventures such as snorkeling and kayaking. Kids and teens have a blast with the award-winning Adventure Ocean^® youth program while parents get a little time of their own. Guests of all ages appreciate the high quality of the Tony award-winning Broadway hit shows and the distinctive North Star^® where they can take in a 360-degree view 300 feet above the sea – a view they can’t get anywhere else.

Debuting in May 2019, Perfect Day℠ at CocoCay^® will offer guests even more one-of-a-kind experiences on Royal Caribbean’s private island. Guests can brave the tallest waterslide in North America, go 450 feet up in a helium balloon, swim in the Bahamas’ largest freshwater pool or rent a private overwater cabana for a day of exclusive retreat.

On a Royal Caribbean cruise, each day and night brings something new to do, see, and explore – and it’s only going to get better as 10 ships are Royal Amplified^SM.

Royal Amplified Ship Upgrades

Royal Amplified℠ is not a cookie cutter approach to the ship upgrades. Each of the 10 ships will enjoy different thrills, culinary, and nightlife experiences, although they will all focus on three main areas:

Pool and Deck Attractions – Royal Caribbean has long been a forerunner in providing thrill rides onboard. From rock climbing walls to the now famous FlowRider^® surf simulator to zip lines high above the deck, no fleet out-thrills Royal Caribbean. And now they will add new bold attractions, such as Sky Pad, The Perfect Storm, Laser Tag, and Escape Room. Pool deck space will be re-imagined providing new ways to lounge and places to play night and day.

Bars and Nightlife – Royal Caribbean designed its bars and nightlife based on the belief that the best spots for friends to gather always include three important elements: unique drinks, interesting entertainment, and good food. New venues called The Bamboo Room and Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade will meet Royal Caribbean’s own high principles and guests’ high expectations.

Dining Mission – Guests have made it clear that favorite dining experiences include great seafood, Mexican, and Italian fare, so Royal Caribbean listened and is stepping up their offerings in those beloved cuisines. Those restaurants are Hooked, El Loco Fresh, and Jamie’s Italian. At the same time, they are increasing fast, casual, and grab & go options so guests always have options between their adventures.

Royal Amplified Ship Schedule

The Mariner of the Seas has recently completed its amplification and is ready to play. Next, the Independence of the Seas will return to service in the fall of 2018.

In 2019, three ships – Voyager, Oasis, and Navigator of the Seas – will receive enhancements. In 2020, Allure, Explorer, and Freedom of the Seas will get upgraded and in 2021, Adventure and Liberty of the Seas will complete the Royal Caribbean fleet amplification.

Royal Caribbean remains one of our favorite traditional ocean cruise lines because they continually add new and interesting activities. Royal Amplified℠ is yet another step toward fulfilling their mission of giving guests one-of-a-kind vacation experiences.

To learn more about Royal Caribbean itineraries, contact your Covington vacation advisor.

*Disclosure: Covington Travel is pleased to acknowledge Royal Caribbean International as a valued partner and sponsor of this post.