The launch of the Symphony of the Seas…

Its an exciting week this week for Royal Caribbean as the Symphony of the Seas is launched.

The Symphony is the 4th Oasis class ship and will now be the largest passenger ship ever constructed. She is 228,021 gt and 1188 feet in length. With 18 decks she will accommodate 5518 passengers at double occupancy, but can reach a maximum of 6680 passengers once the 3rd, 4th and more beds are occupied.

The ship will feature all of Royal Caribbean’s family favourites , from the Flowrider surf simulator, 2 rock climbing walls and a zip line that hangs above the decks. There is also Splash- away Bay with water slides, water cannons, fountains and pools and mini golf.

Entertainment on board Royal Caribbean is amazing, Hairspray the musical will be shown. Not forgetting the ice rink with the very talented skaters performing.

Jamie’s Italian will feature on board, there is a new El Loco fresh Mexican restaurant and Hooked Seafood along with Royal favourites: Jonny Rockets and Sorrento’s plus many more. There are of course plenty of places to drink from the Rising Tide Bar, the Bionic Bar, Vintages Wine bar of enjoy a pint in the Ale and Anchor.

The ship is based in Europe for summer 18 taking in Palma, Provence, Rome, Naples, Florence/Pisa and Barcelona.

Watch live feeds from some staff from Thursday giving you their thoughts and opinions about the ship…..