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Royal Caribbean Cruises 2026 & 2027

Introducing Royal Caribbean International

—Royal Caribbean is known for large, resort-style ships with a broad choice across dining, entertainment and family facilities. It sails worldwide, covering short breaks and extended holidays, with an emphasis on activity alongside classic cruise staples such as theatre, live music and varied dining. For UK cruisers, the appeal is clear: modern hardware, transparent extras, and a wide spread of cabin types from simple interiors to spacious suites. The line’s bigger ships add headline features such as an ice show, water slides and sports spaces, balanced by quieter lounges and outdoor deck areas. The result is a practical, big-ship option for couples, families and multi-generational groups.

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Royal Caribbean Cruises in 2026 & 2027

—Liberty of the Seas

—Liberty of the Seas is a large, activity-led Royal Caribbean ship offering broad dining choices, big-stage shows and an ice rink. Expect water slides, a surf simulator, family-friendly spaces and quiet lounges, with cabins for couples, families and multi-generational groups.

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Royal Caribbean Accommodation

Accommodation on a large, mainstream Royal Caribbean ship covers four plain categories:

  • Interior: typically about 150–185 sq ft (14–17 m²).
  • Ocean View: usually 160–200 sq ft (15–19 m²).
  • Balcony: around 180–220 sq ft (17–21 m²) plus a balcony of roughly 35–65 sq ft (3–6 m²).
  • Suites: broad range from about 270 sq ft to 1,000+ sq ft (25–93+ m²), often with larger balconies and separate seating.

Storage is practical, with a wardrobe, drawers, bedside tables and a desk/vanity as standard. Beds are split from a queen-style into two singles; many cabins add a sofa bed or pull-down berths. Interconnecting options exist for families. Accessible layouts are available with wider doorways, step-free bathrooms and roll-in showers. Further specifics (deck locations, branded suite labels, exact counts) are held back for the ship page.

Royal Caribbean Dining

A large Royal Caribbean ship typically offers:

  • Main dining room: multi-course dinner with fixed or flexible seating windows and a relaxed, sit-down pace.
  • Buffet: long opening hours with a station layout. Expect salads, carvery items, pasta, curries, grilled dishes, baked goods and fruit across breakfast, lunch and dinner.
  • Casual spots: slice pizza, a café for pastries and filled rolls, ice cream, and poolside grills for burgers and hot dogs.
  • Speciality venues (extra cost): common categories include a steakhouse, an Italian restaurant, a sushi/Asian option and a classic diner-style venue.

Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and low-sugar choices are widely signposted. Guests with specific needs can note requirements in advance and speak to the headwaiter on board; the app and online planner support requests and table reservations. Venue names and ship-specific details are reserved for the ship page.

Royal Caribbean Entertainment

Headline options include big-stage production shows in the main theatre and live music in lounges and atrium spaces. Many ships also stage an ice show in a purpose-built rink. Top-deck and sports features can include a surf simulator, water slides, mini-golf, a multi-use sports court, a climbing wall and an arcade. Families will find splash areas and supervised kids’ spaces by age band, with scheduled activities on sea days and evenings. Quiet corners include small library-style spaces and panoramic lounges, plus a steady programme of quizzes and craft sessions. Names of experiences and specific show titles are held back for the ship page.

Royal Caribbean FAQs

Which ship is the largest and which is the smallest in the Royal Caribbean fleet?

The largest are in the Icon class (circa 250,000 GT; mid-thousands at double occupancy). The smallest are in the Vision class (around 74,000–83,000 GT; roughly two thousand guests). Fleet composition changes as ships are delivered, refitted or retired, so exact rankings and capacities can shift over time.

How big are Royal Caribbean cabins and suites?

As a guide: Interior about 150–185 sq ft (14–17 m²); Balcony about 180–220 sq ft (17–21 m²) plus an outdoor area; Suites from roughly 270 sq ft to 1,000+ sq ft (25–93+ m²). Sub-types vary by ship and refit (for example, some interiors with a view window or larger family balconies), so sizes and layouts differ across the fleet.

What is the Royal Caribbean dress code?

Daytime is casual. Evenings are smart-casual in main restaurants, with optional dress-your-best nights on longer sailings. Neat jeans and trainers are generally acceptable on non-formal evenings; beachwear and vests aren’t suited to dining rooms.

Are Royal Caribbean ships family-friendly?

Yes. Kids’ clubs run in age bands with supervised sessions, family activity times and flexible dining (early sittings, kids’ menus, buffet options). On many ships you’ll also find splash areas, sports spaces and casual food for quick meals.

Do I need to book shows and speciality dining?

Pre-booking is recommended for speciality dining and some shows via the app or online planner; walk-up is possible when space allows. The need for reservations and how strictly they are managed can vary by ship and season.

What about accessibility?

Accessible cabins are available, with step-free routes, lifts serving passenger decks and reserved theatre seating. For mobility, hearing or medical needs, contact the line’s accessibility team before booking to discuss equipment and arrangements.