Mariner Of The Seas - Royal Caribbean
Mariner Of The Seas - Royal Caribbean
| Mariner Of The Seas itinerary and upcoming sailing dates | ||
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| Sep 15 2017 | Southeast Asia, 3 nights | from $577 |
| Sep 18 2017 | Penang and Phuket, 4 nights | from $683 |
| Sep 22 2017 | Southeast Asia, 3 nights | from $604 |
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Mariner Of The Seas Overview
The Mariner of the Seas cruise ship is one of five vessels in the Royal Caribbean's renowned Voyager Class. Her sister ships are the Explorer of the Seas, Adventure of the Seas, Navigator of the Seas and Voyager of the Seas.
Like all the vessels in this class, this ship packs a lot of punch; the wide variety of entertainment and activities on board is quite simply incredible. There really is something for everyone! Thanks to the many excellent facilities, the Mariner of the Seas is especially popular among active couples and families.
The Mariner of the Seas specs
Measuring 1,021 feet in length, weighing 138,279 tonnes and spanning across 15 decks, the Mariner of the Seas is among the top 20 largest cruise ships in the world. She can accommodate 3,114 passengers and has a maximum cruise speed of 24 knots.
Inside the Mariner of the Seas
Despite being a very large vessel, the atmosphere on the Mariner of the Seas is intimate and welcoming as opposed to crowded and overwhelming. This is largely thanks to the layout; most activities are clustered in specific areas. For example, all of the sports facilities are located together, so you can easily avoid this area if rock-climbing or basketball isn't your thing.
The interior decor varies throughout the ship. Most rooms have their own look and feel, such as the Main Dining Room, where the design is inspired by music. The cabins, meanwhile, are contemporary and elegant, with a colour scheme of reds and blues, complemented by light wooden furnishings.
Launched in 2003, the Mariner of the Seas has retained much of her original decor. However, many brand new venues were added during a refurbishment in 2012, including several specialty restaurants and the Royal Babies & Tots Nursery.
Things to do on board the Mariner of the Seas
When most people think about a cruise ship, they imagine sipping cocktails by the pool and enjoying views of the ocean at sunset. The Mariner of the Seas offers all this and much, much more. On this vessel, you can admire the ocean from the rock climbing wall, and make a splash in tea-cup-shaped whirlpools. Everything is a little bigger and a little bolder - Royal Caribbean makes a real effort to provide unique, memorable activities.
With this in mind, it's a great idea to make a list of all the activities you want to do. As there are so many, you're unlikely to get through them all unless you're organised!
Mariner of the Seas restaurants and bars
The main dining room on board the Mariner of the Seas spans three levels, each with a different name; Rhapsody in Blue, Sound of Music and Top Hat & Tails. Here you will find a varied menu, offering classic comfort food, as well as some healthy options and vegetarian dishes. You can eat dinner here at an assigned time (6pm or 8.30pm), or make the most of Royal Caribbean's My Time Dining (eat anytime between 6pm and 9.30pm).
Tables for two are quite rare in the main dining room, so couples looking for a little privacy might be better off reserving a space at one of the ship's specialty restaurants, such as Giovanni's Table or Chops Grille Steakhouse.
When it comes to evening entertainment, you're spoilt for choice; the Mariner of the Seas is home to 17 bars, clubs and lounges. Most put on live entertainment of some kind, whether it's music, comedy or karaoke.
Mariner of the Seas itineraries and shore excursions
The Mariner of the Seas spends most of her time exploring Asia, visiting ports in countries such as Malaysia, Vietnam, Japan and China. The shore excursions available will therefore depend on your chosen destination. To give you an idea, some examples include a bus tour of Hong Kong and a Red River Delta Tour in Vietnam.
Cabins on board the Mariner of the Seas
The Mariner of the Seas has a total of 1,557 cabins. Sizes range from 150 square feet (an interior cabin) to 1,325 square feet (a Royal Suite). All cabins have writing desks, a small table and chairs, mini-fridges and basic toiletries. They also come with flatscreen televisions, which have a range of channels and pay-per-view movies to choose from.
For a truly special cruising experience, guests have a choice of four grades of suites. From the smallest to the largest: the Junior Suite, the Grand Oceanview Suite, the Owner Suite and the Royal Suite. These come with several additional perks, such as luxury toiletries, separate living areas, and a concierge to help you with special requests. There are also family-sized suites in the Oceanview and Royal categories, as well as several more affordable family cabins.
Mariner of the Seas Food and Dining
Dining included in your Mariner of the Seas ticket:
- Main Dining Room
- Windjammer Cafe
- Jade: for Indian, Chinese and Japanese fare (including sushi)
- Cafe Promenade (24 hours)
- Boardwalk Dog House
- 24-hour room service
Specialty dining (not included in your fare):
- Chops Grills Steakhouse
- Giovanni's Table
- Johnny Rockets
- Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream Parlour
Entertainment on board the Mariner of the Seas cruise ship
The Mariner of the Seas by day
The Royal Caribbean cruise line is renowned for putting on activities that encourage guests to try something different and step outside their comfort zone. For you, this might mean overcoming your fear of heights on the rock-climbing wall, or testing out your balance and coordination on the ice skating rink. For the less adventurous, these activity zones are great for people-watching.
You'll also find many traditional cruise activities on board, such as shopping, arts and crafts and card games. If you'd like to expand your horizons, the Mariner of the Seas has a decent enrichment programme with classes on topics such as health and wellbeing and historical events.
If you'd prefer to let others do all of the entertaining, then stay close to the Royal Promenade. The social heart of the ship, this area is often overtaken by performers and comedians. It is also where you'll find all of the shops.
Pools, spas and fitness facilities on board the Mariner of the Seas
With 4 pools and 6 whirlpools to choose from, there's no shortage of places to take a dip. The main pool area is family-friendly and has plenty of deck space. There is also a large screen which sometimes screens movies and sports games. Those looking for peace and quiet will find solace in the adults-only solarium pool.
The Vitality Spa, operated by Steiner Leisure, offers treatments of exceptionally high quality - be sure to book in here if you feel like being pampered. The spa also has facilities such as a sauna and steam room.
If fitness is a priority during your time at sea, then you're in luck; this cruise ship has an amazing choice of places to work up a sweat! The fitness centre is equipped with all of the latest cardio machines and free weights and runs classes such as yoga and tai chi. Also on board are full-sized basketball and volleyball courts, an ice-skating rink, a rollerblading rink, a mini-golf course, a golf simulator and a ping-pong table.
Mariner of the Seas nightlife
One of the best spots for nighttime entertainment is the Main Theatre, home to engaging Royal Caribbean shows, as well as live music, dance performances and more. Another excellent venue is the Vegas-style Casino Royale, which recently received an upgrade and now features games such as Sic Bo and Baccarat. Depending on the ship's schedule, you might also be able to catch a live ice skating show in the rink, located in Studio B.
Of the 17 bars, clubs and lounges on board, most offer entertainment of some kind. Both Ellington's and Bolero are home to live music, while the Lotus Lounge is one of the late-night venues, with karaoke competitions and a pumping dance floor.
Mariner of the Seas for families
With so many family-friendly activities on board, it's not hard to see why the Mariner of the Seas is popular with both parents and children alike. The Royal Caribbean continues to add to its family-friendly offerings as the years go by. Recent additions to the Mariner of the Seas include the DreamWorks Experience, an area showcasing select DreamWorks films and providing children with colouring sheets and movie-themed activities, and the Royal Babies & Tots programmes which are developed by Fisher-Price and Crayola.
Children's programmes are organised by age; the Aquanauts (3-5), the Explorers (6-8), the Voyagers (9-11) and Teens (12-17). It's worth noting that teenagers have plenty of space, including their own outdoor area (The Back Deck), lounge (the Living Room) and nightclub (Fuel).
Both in-cabin and group babysitting is available - charges apply and children must be 12 months or older.
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Mariner Of The Seas Cabins
Deluxe Balcony Stateroom
Superior Ocean View Strm w/Bal (184 square feet, balcony 46 sq. ft.) Two twin beds (can convert into queen-size), sitting area (some with sofa bed), mini bar, and private balcony.
Stateroom:
- All staterooms on Oasis Class, Freedom Class, Voyager Class and Radiance Class ships have minibars.
- Minibars may also be available on other Royal Caribbean ship specific staterooms.
- There are refrigerators in most suites and in all accessible staterooms.
- Extension cords and adapters are not provided except for medical reasons.
- Hair dryers are provided.
- There are TVs in every stateroom.
- There are no irons or boards in the staterooms and guests cannot bring their own irons on board for safety reasons. There is full laundry service on board.
- Guests can arrange private parties in their staterooms, with snacks, etc. served through Room Service. There will be a charge.
- Balconies range from 11' x 5' to 16' x 5'.
Bathroom:
- Bathrooms in standard staterooms are approximately 3' x 5'8".
- Shampoo, conditioner and soap are supplied.
- Showers are European telephone style, adjustable from 1.4 m to 1.9 m, or 6'2", max. clearance height. Someone taller than 6'2" will fit in the shower, but will likely have to duck to get his or her head under the running water.
- Shower stools and nonslip mats are provided upon request.
Family Oceanview Stateroom
- Family Oceanview Staterooms feature two twin beds (can convert into queen-size)
- Additional bunk beds in separate area
- Private ensuite
- Separate sitting area with sofa bed
- Also includes refrigerator, minibar, vanity area, hair-dryer, TV, phone, safe, computer jack, vanity table with an extendable working surface for laptop computers, and 110/220 electrical outlets. Sleeps up to six people and can accommodate a rollaway bed or crib.
- Approximate cabin size 328 sq. ft
Grand Suite
Grand Suite w/Balcony (390 square feet, balcony 89 sq. ft.) Two twin beds (can convert into queen-size), private balcony, sitting area (some with sofa bed), bathtub, mini bar, and concierge service.
Stateroom:
- All staterooms on Oasis Class, Freedom Class, Voyager Class and Radiance Class ships have minibars.
- Minibars may also be available on other Royal Caribbean ship specific staterooms.
- There are refrigerators in most suites and in all accessible staterooms.
- Extension cords and adapters are not provided except for medical reasons.
- Hair dryers are provided.
- There are TVs in every stateroom.
- There are no irons or boards in the staterooms and guests cannot bring their own irons on board for safety reasons. There is full laundry service on board.
- Guests can arrange private parties in their staterooms, with snacks, etc. served through Room Service. There will be a charge.
- Balconies range from 11' x 5' to 16' x 5'.
Bathroom:
- Bathrooms in standard staterooms are approximately 3' x 5'8".
- Shampoo, conditioner and soap are supplied.
- Showers are European telephone style, adjustable from 1.4 m to 1.9 m, or 6'2", max. clearance height. Someone taller than 6'2" will fit in the shower, but will likely have to duck to get his or her head under the running water.
- Shower stools and nonslip mats are provided upon request.
Guarantee - Balcony Stateroom
Guarantee Balcony Stateroom Means you are guaranteed a Balcony Stateroom however the cabin number will not be assigned until closer to departure(161 square feet) Two twin beds (can convert into queen-size), mini bar.
Stateroom:
- All staterooms on Oasis Class, Freedom Class, Voyager Class and Radiance Class ships have minibars.
- Minibars may also be available on other Royal Caribbean ship specific staterooms.
- There are refrigerators in most suites and in all accessible staterooms.
- Extension cords and adapters are not provided except for medical reasons.
- Hair dryers are provided.
- There are TVs in every stateroom.
- There are no irons or boards in the staterooms and guests cannot bring their own irons on board for safety reasons. There is full laundry service on board.
- Guests can arrange private parties in their staterooms, with snacks, etc. served through Room Service. There will be a charge.
- Balconies range from 11' x 5' to 16' x 5'.
Bathroom:
- Bathrooms in standard staterooms are approximately 3' x 5'8".
- Shampoo, conditioner and soap are supplied.
- Showers are European telephone style, adjustable from 1.4 m to 1.9 m, or 6'2", max. clearance height. Someone taller than 6'2" will fit in the shower, but will likely have to duck to get his or her head under the running water.
- Shower stools and nonslip mats are provided upon request.
Guarantee - Deluxe Stateroom
Guarantee - Deluxe Stateroom means that you are guaranteed a Deluxe Stateroom or higher. Category, location, and suite number to be advised before boarding.
Guarantee - Interior Stateroom
Guarantee - Interior Stateroom means that you are guaranteed an Interior Stateroom. Category, location, and stateroom number to be advised before boarding.
Guarantee - Oceanview Stateroom
Guarantee Ocean View Stateroom Means you are guaranteed an Oceanview Stateroom however the cabin number will not be assigned until closer to departure(161 square feet) Two twin beds (can convert into queen-size), mini bar.
Stateroom:
- All staterooms on Oasis Class, Freedom Class, Voyager Class and Radiance Class ships have minibars.
- Minibars may also be available on other Royal Caribbean ship specific staterooms.
- There are refrigerators in most suites and in all accessible staterooms.
- Extension cords and adapters are not provided except for medical reasons.
- Hair dryers are provided.
- There are TVs in every stateroom.
- There are no irons or boards in the staterooms and guests cannot bring their own irons on board for safety reasons. There is full laundry service on board.
- Guests can arrange private parties in their staterooms, with snacks, etc. served through Room Service. There will be a charge.
Bathroom:
- Bathrooms in standard staterooms are approximately 3' x 5'8".
- Shampoo, conditioner and soap are supplied.
- Showers are European telephone style, adjustable from 1.4 m to 1.9 m, or 6'2", max. clearance height. Someone taller than 6'2" will fit in the shower, but will likely have to duck to get his or her head under the running water.
- Shower stools and nonslip mats are provided upon request.
Interior Stateroom
Interior Stateroom (158 square feet) Two twin beds (can convert into queen-size), mini bar.
Stateroom:
- All staterooms on Oasis Class, Freedom Class, Voyager Class and Radiance Class ships have minibars.
- Minibars may also be available on other Royal Caribbean ship specific staterooms.
- There are refrigerators in most suites and in all accessible staterooms.
- Extension cords and adapters are not provided except for medical reasons.
- Hair dryers are provided.
- There are TVs in every stateroom.
- There are no irons or boards in the staterooms and guests cannot bring their own irons on board for safety reasons. There is full laundry service on board.
- Guests can arrange private parties in their staterooms, with snacks, etc. served through Room Service. There will be a charge.
Bathroom:
- Bathrooms in standard staterooms are approximately 3' x 5'8".
- Shampoo, conditioner and soap are supplied.
- Showers are European telephone style, adjustable from 1.4 m to 1.9 m, or 6'2", max. clearance height. Someone taller than 6'2" will fit in the shower, but will likely have to duck to get his or her head under the running water.
- Shower stools and nonslip mats are provided upon request.
Junior Suite
Junior Suite w/Balcony (299 square feet, balcony 65 sq. ft.) Two twin beds (can convert into queen-size), private balcony, sitting area (some with sofa bed), bathtub, and mini bar.
Stateroom:
- All staterooms on Oasis Class, Freedom Class, Voyager Class and Radiance Class ships have minibars.
- Minibars may also be available on other Royal Caribbean ship specific staterooms.
- There are refrigerators in most suites and in all accessible staterooms.
- Extension cords and adapters are not provided except for medical reasons.
- Hair dryers are provided.
- There are TVs in every stateroom.
- There are no irons or boards in the staterooms and guests cannot bring their own irons on board for safety reasons. There is full laundry service on board.
- Guests can arrange private parties in their staterooms, with snacks, etc. served through Room Service. There will be a charge.
- Balconies range from 11' x 5' to 16' x 5'.
Bathroom:
- Bathrooms in standard staterooms are approximately 3' x 5'8".
- Shampoo, conditioner and soap are supplied.
- Showers are European telephone style, adjustable from 1.4 m to 1.9 m, or 6'2", max. clearance height. Someone taller than 6'2" will fit in the shower, but will likely have to duck to get his or her head under the running water.
- Shower stools and nonslip mats are provided upon request.
Large Oceanview
Large Ocean View Stateroom (211 square feet) Two twin beds (can convert into queen-size).
Stateroom:
- All staterooms on Oasis Class, Freedom Class, Voyager Class and Radiance Class ships have minibars.
- Minibars may also be available on other Royal Caribbean ship specific staterooms.
- There are refrigerators in most suites and in all accessible staterooms.
- Extension cords and adapters are not provided except for medical reasons.
- Hair dryers are provided.
- There are TVs in every stateroom.
- There are no irons or boards in the staterooms and guests cannot bring their own irons on board for safety reasons. There is full laundry service on board.
- Guests can arrange private parties in their staterooms, with snacks, etc. served through Room Service. There will be a charge.
Bathroom:
- Bathrooms in standard staterooms are approximately 3' x 5'8".
- Shampoo, conditioner and soap are supplied.
- Showers are European telephone style, adjustable from 1.4 m to 1.9 m, or 6'2", max. clearance height. Someone taller than 6'2" will fit in the shower, but will likely have to duck to get his or her head under the running water.
- Shower stools and nonslip mats are provided upon request.
Oceanview Stateroom
Ocean View Stateroom (161 square feet) Two twin beds (can convert into queen-size), mini bar.
Stateroom:
- All staterooms on Oasis Class, Freedom Class, Voyager Class and Radiance Class ships have minibars.
- Minibars may also be available on other Royal Caribbean ship specific staterooms.
- There are refrigerators in most suites and in all accessible staterooms.
- Extension cords and adapters are not provided except for medical reasons.
- Hair dryers are provided.
- There are TVs in every stateroom.
- There are no irons or boards in the staterooms and guests cannot bring their own irons on board for safety reasons. There is full laundry service on board.
- Guests can arrange private parties in their staterooms, with snacks, etc. served through Room Service. There will be a charge.
Bathroom:
- Bathrooms in standard staterooms are approximately 3' x 5'8".
- Shampoo, conditioner and soap are supplied.
- Showers are European telephone style, adjustable from 1.4 m to 1.9 m, or 6'2", max. clearance height. Someone taller than 6'2" will fit in the shower, but will likely have to duck to get his or her head under the running water.
- Shower stools and nonslip mats are provided upon request.
Owners Suite
Owner's Suite with Balcony (618 square feet, balcony 131 sq. ft.) Queen-size Bed, private balcony, separate living area with queen-size sofa bed, wet bar, walk-in closet, bathtub, mini bar, and concierge service.
Stateroom:
- All staterooms on Oasis Class, Freedom Class, Voyager Class and Radiance Class ships have minibars.
- Minibars may also be available on other Royal Caribbean ship specific staterooms.
- There are refrigerators in most suites and in all accessible staterooms.
- Extension cords and adapters are not provided except for medical reasons.
- Hair dryers are provided.
- There are TVs in every stateroom.
- There are no irons or boards in the staterooms and guests cannot bring their own irons on board for safety reasons. There is full laundry service on board.
- Guests can arrange private parties in their staterooms, with snacks, etc. served through Room Service. There will be a charge.
- Balconies range from 11' x 5' to 16' x 5'.
Bathroom:
- Bathrooms in standard staterooms are approximately 3' x 5'8".
- Shampoo, conditioner and soap are supplied.
- Showers are European telephone style, adjustable from 1.4 m to 1.9 m, or 6'2", max. clearance height. Someone taller than 6'2" will fit in the shower, but will likely have to duck to get his or her head under the running water.
- Shower stools and nonslip mats are provided upon request.
Promenade Stateroom
Promenade Stateroom (153 square feet) A view of the Royal Promenade with bowed windows, two twin beds (can convert into queen-size), mini bar.
Stateroom:
- All staterooms on Oasis Class, Freedom Class, Voyager Class and Radiance Class ships have minibars.
- Minibars may also be available on other Royal Caribbean ship specific staterooms.
- There are refrigerators in most suites and in all accessible staterooms.
- Extension cords and adapters are not provided except for medical reasons.
- Hair dryers are provided.
- There are TVs in every stateroom.
- There are no irons or boards in the staterooms and guests cannot bring their own irons on board for safety reasons. There is full laundry service on board.
Bathroom:
- Bathrooms in standard staterooms are approximately 3' x 5'8".
- Shampoo, conditioner and soap are supplied.
- Showers are European telephone style, adjustable from 1.4 m to 1.9 m, or 6'2", max. clearance height. Someone taller than 6'2" will fit in the shower, but will likely have to duck to get his or her head under the running water.
- Shower stools and nonslip mats are provided upon request.
Royal Family Suite
Royal Family Suite w/Balcony (512 square feet, balcony 208 sq. ft.) Two bedrooms with twin beds that convert to queen-size beds (one room with third and fourth Pullman beds), two bathrooms (one with shower, one with bathtub), living area with double sofa bed, private balcony, mini bar, and concierge service. (Suite can accommodate eight persons.)
Stateroom:
- All staterooms on Oasis Class, Freedom Class, Voyager Class and Radiance Class ships have minibars.
- Minibars may also be available on other Royal Caribbean ship specific staterooms.
- There are refrigerators in most suites and in all accessible staterooms.
- Extension cords and adapters are not provided except for medical reasons.
- Hair dryers are provided.
- There are TVs in every stateroom.
- There are no irons or boards in the staterooms and guests cannot bring their own irons on board for safety reasons. There is full laundry service on board.
- Guests can arrange private parties in their staterooms, with snacks, etc. served through Room Service. There will be a charge.
- Balconies range from 11' x 5' to 16' x 5'.
Bathroom:
- Bathrooms in standard staterooms are approximately 3' x 5'8".
- Shampoo, conditioner and soap are supplied.
- Showers are European telephone style, adjustable from 1.4 m to 1.9 m, or 6'2", max. clearance height. Someone taller than 6'2" will fit in the shower, but will likely have to duck to get his or her head under the running water.
- Shower stools and nonslip mats are provided upon request.
Royal Suite
Royal Suite with Balcony (1,325 square feet, balcony 248 sq. ft.) Separate bedroom with king-size bed, private balcony, whirlpool bathtub, living room with queen-size sofa bed, baby grand piano, wet bar, dining table, entertainment center, mini bar, and concierge service.
Stateroom:
- All staterooms on Oasis Class, Freedom Class, Voyager Class and Radiance Class ships have minibars.
- Minibars may also be available on other Royal Caribbean ship specific staterooms.
- There are refrigerators in most suites and in all accessible staterooms.
- Extension cords and adapters are not provided except for medical reasons.
- Hair dryers are provided.
- There are TVs in every stateroom.
- There are no irons or boards in the staterooms and guests cannot bring their own irons on board for safety reasons. There is full laundry service on board.
- Guests can arrange private parties in their staterooms, with snacks, etc. served through Room Service. There will be a charge.
- Balconies range from 11' x 5' to 16' x 5'.
Bathroom:
- Bathrooms in standard staterooms are approximately 3' x 5'8".
- Shampoo, conditioner and soap are supplied.
- Showers are European telephone style, adjustable from 1.4 m to 1.9 m, or 6'2", max. clearance height. Someone taller than 6'2" will fit in the shower, but will likely have to duck to get his or her head under the running water.
- Shower stools and nonslip mats are provided upon request.
Superior Balcony Stateroom
Superior Ocean View Strm w/Bal (202 square feet, balcony 42 sq. ft.) Two twin beds (can convert into queen-size), sitting area (some with sofa bed), mini bar, and private balcony.
Stateroom:
- All staterooms on Oasis Class, Freedom Class, Voyager Class and Radiance Class ships have minibars.
- Minibars may also be available on other Royal Caribbean ship specific staterooms.
- There are refrigerators in most suites and in all accessible staterooms.
- Extension cords and adapters are not provided except for medical reasons.
- Hair dryers are provided.
- There are TVs in every stateroom.
- There are no irons or boards in the staterooms and guests cannot bring their own irons on board for safety reasons. There is full laundry service on board.
- Guests can arrange private parties in their staterooms, with snacks, etc. served through Room Service. There will be a charge.
- Balconies range from 11' x 5' to 16' x 5'.
Bathroom:
- Bathrooms in standard staterooms are approximately 3' x 5'8".
- Shampoo, conditioner and soap are supplied.
- Showers are European telephone style, adjustable from 1.4 m to 1.9 m, or 6'2", max. clearance height. Someone taller than 6'2" will fit in the shower, but will likely have to duck to get his or her head under the running water.
- Shower stools and nonslip mats are provided upon request.
Wheelchair Accessible Deluxe Balcony
CABIN WITH 2 LOWER, BEDS THAT CONVERT TO QUEEN-SIZE BED, ACCESSIBLE WALK-IN CLOSET, SHOWER,SINK THAT ARE ACCESSIBLE, BY WHEELCHAIR, PRIVATE BALCONY, EMERGENCY SYSTEM TO CALL THE BRIDGE, SPECIAL VISUAL, ALARM SYSTEM FOR THE HEARING IMPAIR.
Wheelchair Accessible Interior Cabin
CABIN WITH 2 LOWER, BEDS THAT CONVERT TO QUEEN-SIZE BED, ACCESSIBLE WALK-IN CLOSET, SHOWER,SINK THAT ARE ACCESSIBLE, BY WHEELCHAIR, PRIVATE BALCONY, EMERGENCY SYSTEM TO CALL THE BRIDGE, SPECIAL VISUAL, ALARM SYSTEM FOR THE HEARING IMPAIR.
Wheelchair Accessible Junior Suite
CABIN WITH 2 LOWER, BEDS THAT CONVERT TO QUEEN-SIZE BED, ACCESSIBLE WALK-IN CLOSET, SHOWER,SINK THAT ARE ACCESSIBLE, BY WHEELCHAIR, PRIVATE BALCONY, EMERGENCY SYSTEM TO CALL THE BRIDGE, SPECIAL VISUAL, ALARM SYSTEM FOR THE HEARING IMPAIR.
Wheelchair Accessible Oceanview
CABIN WITH 2 LOWER, BEDS THAT CONVERT TO QUEEN-SIZE BED, ACCESSIBLE WALK-IN CLOSET, SHOWER,SINK THAT ARE ACCESSIBLE, BY WHEELCHAIR, PRIVATE BALCONY, EMERGENCY SYSTEM TO CALL THE BRIDGE, SPECIAL VISUAL, ALARM SYSTEM FOR THE HEARING IMPAIR.
Mariner Of The Seas Deck Plans
Mariner Of The Seas Restaurants, Bars & Eateries
Cost Included Dining Options
Main Dining Room - Edelweiss Dining Room
The world-class food and décor in the 3-tier main dining room makes it the perfect choice for groups both large and small! From heavenly appetizers and entrées to delectable desserts, this is fine dining that everyone can enjoy. And you'll also enjoy an extra special treat when the staff performs parades in the main dining room!
My Family Time Dining in the Main Dining Room
The main dining room offers My Family Time Dining SM with an expedited dining and Adventure Ocean pick-up service (see details below), to keep the whole family happy and satisfied during your meals. With Royal Caribbean's expedited dining service, your children (ages 3 to 11) will be served their meals within 40 minutes and their appetisers will be served right away.
When they've finished dinner, take your children to meet the Adventure Ocean Youth staff at the dining room entrance doors. Royal Caribbean will escort your children directly to the Adventure Ocean facilities for scheduled evening activities. Then you can quickly return to your dining experience and enjoy a relaxing meal.
Windjammer Cafe
The Windjammer Café is the perfect place to grab a bite to eat before hitting the pool or enjoy a casual dinner to top off a day of adventure. Open almost around the clock, it offers great food, spectacular views and an attentive wait staff, all in a casual atmosphere.
Cafe Promenade
Café Latte-tudes features sandwiches, pizza, pastries and popular brands like Seattle's Best Coffee® and, on some ships, Ben & Jerry's® ice cream! Open day and night, it's a great dining option for everything from a quick breakfast to a late-night snack.
Jade Sushi
Located adjacent to the Windjammer and features selections representing Chinese, Indian and Japanese cuisines.
Dog House
Choose delicious sausages and hot dogs from a menu that spans the globe in origin and flavor— plus a variety of tasty condiments, sides and salads— this is one dog house where you’d much rather be in than out!
Cost Required Dining Options
Chops Grille
Royal Caribbean's popular signature steakhouse, featuring grade-A premium cuts of steak cooked to your specifications, plus fresh seafood, hearty side dishes and signature desserts in an upmarket, contemporary setting. Reservations are recommended for Chops Grille. Dress is smart casual. Cover charge includes your choice of delectable items from the menu, as well as gratuities.
Johnny Rockets
Founded on the belief that “everyone deserves a place where they can escape from today’s complicated world and experience the uncomplicated goodness of classic Americana,” Johnny Rockets® has been serving up delicious American fare to diners around the world since 1986. Its menu features fresh, never frozen, made-to-order hamburgers, sides, shakes and desserts. So, no matter where you are onboard or in the world, you’re always surrounded by good food and simple pleasures at Johnny Rockets.
Giovanni's Table
A casual Italian trattoria with indoor and al fresco seating, Giovanni's Table offers rustic dishes with a contemporary flair, including toasted herb foccacia, pastas, braised meat dishes and stews, served family-style.
Room Service
A new room service menu that features several upgraded selections including a Wagyu Beef Hamburger, Philly Cheesesteak and Grilled Salmon with Cucumber Mint Yogurt and Roasted Asparagus.
A delivery charge of USD 7.95 per stateroom order will now apply. The continental breakfast remains complimentary and the delivery charge excludes Grand Suites and above.
Drink Packages - Fees Apply
Drink packages are an economical and convenient way to purchase select drinks at our bars and restaurants.
Deluxe Beverage Package Package
• Cocktails / Spirits / Liqueurs / Beer
• Bottled still and sparkling water
• Wines by the glass
• Fresh squeezed juices / Non-alcoholic cocktails
• Premium coffees and teas
• Fountain sodas / Coca-Cola Freestyle® beverages
• Coca-Cola® souvenir cup included
Package includes any single beverage item with a value up to $12. Plus, receive a 40% discount on bottled wines priced up to $100, and 20% discount on wines priced above $100.
Refreshment Drinks Package
• Premium coffees and teas
• Bottled still and sparkling water
• Fresh squeezed orange juice
• Non-alcoholic cocktails
• Fountain sodas / Coca-Cola Freestyle® beverages
• Coca-Cola® souvenir cup included
Classic Soft drinks Package
• Fountain soda and refills in any venue
• Coca-Cola Freestyle® beverages
• Coca-Cola® souvenir cup included
Mariner Of The Seas Onboard Entertainment
Kids Club
Adventure Ocean
- A play area with specially designed activities for kids from 3-17. Run by exceptional, energetic and college-educated staff.
Aquanauts Ages 3 - 5 Years
Your Aquanauts' time on board will not only be fun, it will be educational too! They'll get to learn about local customs, do terrific science experiments and make great new friends. To participate, children must be fully potty-trained and 3 years of age as of the first day of the cruise. (No pull-ups or nappies, please.) You can rest assured your little ones are in good hands – every member of Royal Caribbean's Adventure Ocean® staff holds a college degree in education, recreation or a related field and has experience working with children aged 3-17.
Hours: At Sea: 09:00 hrs to noon, 14:00 hrs to 17:00 hrs and 19:00 hrs to 22:00 hrs. In Port: Thirty minutes prior to the first shore excursion to 17:00 or return of the last shore excursion, 19:00 to 22:00
Activities your Aquanaut might enjoy include:
- Adventure Science by High Touch High Tech: Conducted by the specially trained Adventure Scientists, this programme combines fun and hands-on science experiments. Featured programmes include: Wacky Water Workshop, Magnetic Mayhem, Jurassic Jr., Sea Creature Treasures, Gummy Candies and Bubbling Potions.
- Adventure Art by Crayola® These activities acquaint children with diverse cultures through art. Children are introduced to mask making, fish kites and pottery. Crayola Adventure Art projects are specifically designed art activities for children of age 3-11. Using art as an avenue for exploration, the lesson plans provide a unique onboard experience for children, incorporating information about specific geographic locations with hands-on art. Crayola Art projects make creativity a part of every child's experience wherever they may travel.
- Sail into Story time These theme-related story time sessions bring each story to life with activities, discussions on each story and hands-on activities for the children to participate in following each reading.
- Adventure Theatre Blending educational activities with on-your-feet fun, Adventure Theatre participants get a first taste of the actor's craft, in which entire worlds are created with just their bodies, voices and imaginations. Using structured theatre games, vocal and physical exercises, and creativity-freeing activities, instructors guide groups through an exploration of the theatre arts.
- Fisher-Price Programming Parents can be sure their youngsters will have a good time and learn something too in this programme designed by the experts at Fisher-Price. Children will get a chance to play with Fisher-Price's newest and greatest toys!
- Other Games and Theme Activities Nutty Nicknames, Un-Birthday Party, Camp Aquanauts, Ice-Cream Party, Super Hero Afternoon, Face Painting, Pirate Night, Talent Show, Under The Sea Night and Pyjama Rama Movie Night.
Explorers Ages 6 - 8 Years
One thing you won't have to worry about during your cruise adventure is a bored Explorer! All kinds of exciting activities await your 6- to 8-year-olds, like hands-on science experiments, scavenger hunts, theatre games and more. You can feel confident leaving your children with Royal Caribbean because every member of the Adventure Ocean staff holds a college degree in education, recreation or a related field and has experience working with children aged 3-17.
Hours: At Sea: 09:00 hrs to noon, 14:00 hrs to 17:00 hrs and 19:00 hrs to 22:00 hrs. In Port: Thirty minutes prior to the first shore excursion to 17:00 or return of the last shore excursion, 19:00 to 22:00
Activities your Explorers might enjoy include:
- Adventure Science by High Touch High Tech: Conducted by the specially trained Adventure Scientists, this programme combines fun and hands-on science experiments. Featured programmes include: Space Mud, Fossil Fever, Meteorology Madness and Buccaneers Bounty.
- Adventure Art by Crayola® These activities acquaint children with diverse cultures through art. Children are introduced to mask making, fish kites and pottery. Crayola Adventure Art projects are specifically designed art activities for children of age 3-11. Using art as an avenue for exploration, the lesson plans provide a unique onboard experience for children, incorporating information about specific geographic locations with hands-on art. Crayola Art projects make creativity a part of every child's experience wherever they may travel.
- Adventure Theatre Blending educational activities with on-your-feet fun, Adventure Theatre participants get a first taste of the actor's craft, in which entire worlds are created with just their bodies, voices and imaginations. Using structured theatre games, vocal and physical exercises, and creativity-freeing activities, instructors guide groups through an exploration of the theatre arts.
- Other Explorer Games and Theme Activities Wide World of Extremes Party, Dancing Through the Decades, Pirate Night, Ice-Cream Party, Scavenger Hunts, Bingo and Movie Mania.
Families
Whether you're on board or on shore, family time is bound to be a fantastic time! Games, events and activities are going on all over the ship throughout the day and into the evening hours.
Activities families might enjoy together are:
- Theatre and Shows
- In-line Skating Track
- Parades
- Sports Deck
- SeaTrek Scuba Diving
- Rock Wall
- Generation YSPA
- Explorer Academy
- Onboard Parties
- Game Shows and Trivia Contests
- Family Discos
- Theme Nights
- Bingo
- Johnny Rockets
- Ben & Jerry's
- Shore and Land Excursions
Royal Babies Aged 6 - 18 Months
Set aside some special family time on board and join in the fun of the Royal Babies interactive classes held in one of the onboard lounges. These enriching activities have been developed by early childhood experts at Fisher-Price and are hosted by trained youth staff. A parent or caregiver MUST accompany children 6 to 36 months of age during all activity sessions.
Activities your Royal Baby might enjoy include:
- Musical Inspiration Treat your baby to the inspiration and joy of music, as Royal Caribbean introduces musical instruments and explore rhythm, movement and creativity through game play, songs, instruments, musical activities and toys.
- Baby Gymnastics Celebrate physical development and exciting milestones, encouraging your baby to get active with the help of Fisher-Price® Go-Baby-Go! toys, activities and games.
- Come To My House Reinforce early learning of simple concepts – like the alphabet, numbers, shapes and colours – with hands-on exploration of familiar things from everyday life, things you'll find in your own home, brought down to baby's size.
- Cookin' Up Fun Get set for a deliciously good time in the kitchen! You and your baby will enjoy playing and learning with food-related toys and activities – discovering early role play as well as early academics.
- I Love Animals This playgroup session introduces amazing discoveries about animals. Little ones will enjoy meeting a menagerie of adorable animal friends that encourage movement and celebration.
- How Does That Work? Babies' natural curiosity about the world around them leads to new discoveries and surprises each day. This playgroup session is full of ways to examine, discover, build and wonder.
Royal Tots Aged 18 to 36 Months
Join your child in the fun of Royal Tots, interactive playgroup sessions developed by early childhood experts at Fisher-Price®. Each 45-minute session, held on one of the onboard lounges, offers activities that expose children to new experiences and teach you how to make playtime learning time as well. Plus, your little one will be all smiles and giggles as they make new discoveries, sing, sway and play with great toys they're sure to love. A parent or caregiver MUST accompany children during all playgroup sessions.
Activities your Royal Tot might enjoy include:
- Crayola Beginnings Workshop Create early childhood memories at four new daytime Crayola Beginnings Workshops. During each 45-minute session, an Adventure Ocean counsellor reads a story to parents and children, and uses Crayola Beginnings products to teach toddlers how to create their first works of art.
- Fun On The Farm Join Little People® friends to explore connections between farm animals, the sounds they make and the ways they move.
- Terrific Trips Here you are, on a family holiday – what better time to share ideas with your child about places to see, things to do and different trips to take, both near and far from home.
- Out and About in the Neighbourhood Discover people and places in your neighbourhood, learning about familiar places, community helpers and transport while role-playing with Little People friends.
- Pirates and Princesses Calling all pirates and princesses! We'll take you on imaginative journeys to ancient times and faraway lands, enjoying pretend play with castles, pirates, stories and activities.
- Learning FUNdamentals Kids love to sing, dance and learn new things! We'll get them moving and singing as they learn A-B-C, 1-2-3, phonics, shapes, colours and more, with the help of learning toys, music, games and lots of other fun activities.
Teens 12 - 17 Years
Ages 12 - 14 Years
The best thing about the Teen programme is that it's not structured. The 12- to 14-year-old guests can come and join activities and games when they want to or just chill with friends in the teen-only lounge. And parents don't have to worry about you hanging out there – every member of Royal Caribbean's Adventure Ocean® staff holds a college degree in education, recreation or a related field and has experience working with children aged 3-17.
You and your friends can get airbrush tattoos on board! They last just long enough for you show them off to your friends back home.
Hours: Activities are scheduled throughout the day and early evening. The teen centre is open from 22:30 hrs to 02:00 hrs every night.
Activities young teens might enjoy include:
- Theme Nights Dress in your coolest whites at 'Dusk' and get your graffiti on at the 'Warehouse' theme night.
- Improv Games Quick. How many one-liners do you know? Test your wittiness with some improvisation.
- FlowRider® Be a dude for a day (or a week) and learn to surf on the surf simulator. (Available on selected ships.)
- Scratch DJ Academy Scratch, mix and spin with the masters so you can go home and impress your friends. (Available on selected ships.)
- Mocktail Competition Blend up a batch of your favourite beverages and enter your concoction in the contest.
- Dodgeball Game on! Do you have what it takes to be the last one standing?
- Open Mic and Talent Show Divas and Divos, the stage is yours at the coolest talent contest on water!
- Ice-Skating From figures of eight to free-styling, the ice-skating rink is yours on all Voyager and Freedom class ships!
- Teen BBQ Round up your appetite for a tasty BBQ – just for teens!
- Dive-In Movie and Pool Party Watch your favourite films while playing in the pool. Life is good on board!
- Meet the Stars Backstage Get a special behind-the-scenes look with a teens-only tour.
- DDR LOL & LOLA at the DDR! (That's Dance Dance Revolution – just in case.)
- Teen Casino There's a jackpot with your name on it, so get ready to roll the dice!
- Unplugged Jam Sessions The unsung guitar gurus in the group have a chance to rock – as loudly as they want!
- Snowball Fight in the Caribbean You know what's really cool? A snowball fight at sea! BYOM (bring your own mittens)!
- Climbing Competition Whoever makes it to the top first wins! Are you up for the challenge of the rock wall?
Ages 15 - 17 Years
The Teen programme isn't a structured set of classes or rules. As you're almost an adult and it's your holiday, too. So Royal Caribbean gives you the freedom you deserve. You can join events all day or come and go as you want. Royal Caribbean has got great laid-back places where you can just chill with your new friends. Some of Royal Caribbean ships also have teen-only clubs where you can dance, listen to music or just hang out.
You can take home a mix CD of all of your favourite Karaoke tunes so you can share them with your friends.
Hours: Activities are scheduled throughout the day and early evening. The teen centre is open from 22:30 hrs to 02:00 hrs every night.
Activities teens might enjoy include:
- Theme Nights Show up in your whitest whites at 'Dusk' and paint the town red... and purple... and green at the 'Warehouse' theme night.
- Battle of the Sexes Hmmm, the girls or the boys? Who's going to 'bring it' to the ultimate standoff?
- FlowRider® Drop in, hang ten, catch a wave on Royal Caribbean's very own surf simulator. (Available on selected ships.)
- Scratch DJ Academy Mix with the masters and get schooled in the art of spinning records. (Available on selected ships.)
- Dodgeball Game on! Do you have what it takes to be the last one standing?
- Teen Casino Start perfecting your game face now! There's Blackjack, No-Limit Poker and more.
- Open Mic Night Are you a closet comedian? The next 'dream girl'? Flaunt it in front of all your friends.
- Ice-Skating From figures of eight to free-styling, the ice-skating rink is yours on all Voyager and Freedom Class ships!
- Dive-In Movie and Pool Party Watch your favourite films while playing in the pool. Life is good on board!
- Sneak Peek Backstage Get a special behind-the-scenes look with a teens-only tour.
- Unplugged Jam Sessions The unsung guitar gurus in the group have a chance to rock – as loudly as they want!
- Climbing Competition Are you up for the challenge? Whoever makes it to the top of the rock wall first wins!
- Karaoke Who's the next Royal Caribbean Idol? Take to the stage on board – it could be you!
Voyagers Ages 9 - 11 Years
The Voyagers programme is all about kids having a great time, learning new things and making new friends from all over the world. And you can be confident that your children are in very capable hands – every member of Royal Caribbean's Adventure Ocean® staff holds a college degree in education, recreation or a related field and has experience working with children aged 3-17.
Ben & Jerry's® is a great spot for the pre-teen set to meet up with new friends over some ice cream.
Hours: At Sea: 09:00 hrs to noon, 14:00 hrs to 17:00 hrs and 19:00 hrs to 22:00 hrs. In Port: Thirty minutes prior to the first shore excursion to 17:00 or return of the last shore excursion, 19:00 to 22:00
Activities your Voyagers might enjoy include:
- Adventure Science by High Touch High Tech: Conducted by the specially trained Adventure Scientists, this programme combines fun and hands-on science experiments. Featured programmes include: Fossil Fever, Volcanoes, Space Mud, The Power of the Sun Meteorology Madness, Buccaneers Bounty and The Mystery of the Motion of the Ocean.
- Adventure Art by Crayola® These activities acquaint children with diverse cultures through art. Children are introduced to mask making, fish kites and pottery. Crayola Adventure Art projects are specifically designed art activities for children of age 3-11. Using art as an avenue for exploration, the lesson plans provide a unique onboard experience for children, incorporating information about specific geographic locations with hands-on art. Crayola Art projects make creativity a part of every child's experience wherever they may travel.
- Adventure Theatre Blending educational activities with on-your-feet fun, Adventure Theatre participants get a first taste of the actor's craft, in which entire worlds are created with just their bodies, voices and imaginations. Using structured theatre games, vocal and physical exercises, and creativity-freeing activities, instructors guide groups through an exploration of the theatre arts.
- Other Games and Theme Activities The X Games, Rockin' Through the Decades, Reggae Beach Party, Scavenger Hunts, List-O-Rama, Backstage Tour, The Art Walk, Win, Cruise or Draw, Talent Show and Sports Tournaments.
Casino
Casino Royale
- The glittering casino features electronic slot machines, video poker, blackjack, craps, roulette and Caribbean stud poker.
Bars and Lounges
Champagne Bar
- Make a toast to your vacation in the Champagne Bar, the perfect place to raise a glass in honor of your cruise adventure. Celebrate your first night onboard, a new stamp in your passport or simply the fact that you're at sea. This quiet and elegant bar offers many different sparkling wines, champagnes, and an assortment of canapés for you to enjoy.
Lotus Lounge
- Live music, dancing and entertainment
Schooner Bar
- There's nothing quite like relaxing in a nautical-themed bar when you're at sea, especially if you're in the Schooner Bar, a Royal Caribbean signature bar and guest favorite. In the evening, you may find a crowd gathered around the piano singing along with any one of the talented piano players featured.
Viking Crown Lounge
- A Royal Caribbean signature. Perched high above the ocean, this comfortable lounge offers spectacular vistas by day and turns into a lively dance club at night.
Swimming
Main Pool
- Warm up in one of the relaxing whirlpools.
Solarium
- The indoor/outdoor pool and lounge area can be covered during inclement weather by a huge glass roof called the Crystal Canopy.
Sports and Spa
Rock-climbing Wall
- At 150-200 feet above sea level, the rock-climbing wall offers skill combinations for all levels.
Shipshape Fitness Centre
- The seaside fitness center features modern exercise equipment. And the full service spa offers a beauty salon and spa treatments including massage, manicures and seaweed body wraps.
Sports Court
- A full-size outdoor activity court for sports, including basketball and volleyball.
Stage Shows
The Savoy Theater
- The theater - five stories from orchestra pit to domed ceiling - features contemporary musical stage productions.
- Vessel: Mariner Of The Seas
- Year: 2004
- Beam: 157.50ft
- Cruising speed: 22kn
- Crew: 723
- Kids Club: For 7 different age groups
- Passenger Capacity: 3,114
- Vessel: 3
- Art Auctions
- Chapel
- Duty Free Shopping
- Internet Facilities
- Library
- Mini Golf Course
- Security Safe in Cabin
- Traditional Dining
- Length: 1020ft
- Draft: 29.00ft
- Bars/Lounges: 12
- Gross Tonnage: 138,000 tons
- Onboard Currency: US Dollars
- Show Lounge: Daily shows
- Whirlpool Spas: 5
- 24-Hour Room Service
- Casino
- Dance Classes
- Gym
- Jogging Track
- Live Music
- Rock Climbing Wall
- Teen Areas
- Vitality Day Spa & Fitness Centre
Mariner Of The Seas Overview
The Mariner of the Seas cruise ship is one of five vessels in the Royal Caribbean's renowned Voyager Class. Her sister ships are the Explorer of the Seas, Adventure of the Seas, Navigator of the Seas and Voyager of the Seas.
Like all the vessels in this class, this ship packs a lot of punch; the wide variety of entertainment and activities on board is quite simply incredible. There really is something for everyone! Thanks to the many excellent facilities, the Mariner of the Seas is especially popular among active couples and families.
The Mariner of the Seas specs
Measuring 1,021 feet in length, weighing 138,279 tonnes and spanning across 15 decks, the Mariner of the Seas is among the top 20 largest cruise ships in the world. She can accommodate 3,114 passengers and has a maximum cruise speed of 24 knots.
Inside the Mariner of the Seas
Despite being a very large vessel, the atmosphere on the Mariner of the Seas is intimate and welcoming as opposed to crowded and overwhelming. This is largely thanks to the layout; most activities are clustered in specific areas. For example, all of the sports facilities are located together, so you can easily avoid this area if rock-climbing or basketball isn't your thing.
The interior decor varies throughout the ship. Most rooms have their own look and feel, such as the Main Dining Room, where the design is inspired by music. The cabins, meanwhile, are contemporary and elegant, with a colour scheme of reds and blues, complemented by light wooden furnishings.
Launched in 2003, the Mariner of the Seas has retained much of her original decor. However, many brand new venues were added during a refurbishment in 2012, including several specialty restaurants and the Royal Babies & Tots Nursery.
Things to do on board the Mariner of the Seas
When most people think about a cruise ship, they imagine sipping cocktails by the pool and enjoying views of the ocean at sunset. The Mariner of the Seas offers all this and much, much more. On this vessel, you can admire the ocean from the rock climbing wall, and make a splash in tea-cup-shaped whirlpools. Everything is a little bigger and a little bolder - Royal Caribbean makes a real effort to provide unique, memorable activities.
With this in mind, it's a great idea to make a list of all the activities you want to do. As there are so many, you're unlikely to get through them all unless you're organised!
Mariner of the Seas restaurants and bars
The main dining room on board the Mariner of the Seas spans three levels, each with a different name; Rhapsody in Blue, Sound of Music and Top Hat & Tails. Here you will find a varied menu, offering classic comfort food, as well as some healthy options and vegetarian dishes. You can eat dinner here at an assigned time (6pm or 8.30pm), or make the most of Royal Caribbean's My Time Dining (eat anytime between 6pm and 9.30pm).
Tables for two are quite rare in the main dining room, so couples looking for a little privacy might be better off reserving a space at one of the ship's specialty restaurants, such as Giovanni's Table or Chops Grille Steakhouse.
When it comes to evening entertainment, you're spoilt for choice; the Mariner of the Seas is home to 17 bars, clubs and lounges. Most put on live entertainment of some kind, whether it's music, comedy or karaoke.
Mariner of the Seas itineraries and shore excursions
The Mariner of the Seas spends most of her time exploring Asia, visiting ports in countries such as Malaysia, Vietnam, Japan and China. The shore excursions available will therefore depend on your chosen destination. To give you an idea, some examples include a bus tour of Hong Kong and a Red River Delta Tour in Vietnam.
Cabins on board the Mariner of the Seas
The Mariner of the Seas has a total of 1,557 cabins. Sizes range from 150 square feet (an interior cabin) to 1,325 square feet (a Royal Suite). All cabins have writing desks, a small table and chairs, mini-fridges and basic toiletries. They also come with flatscreen televisions, which have a range of channels and pay-per-view movies to choose from.
For a truly special cruising experience, guests have a choice of four grades of suites. From the smallest to the largest: the Junior Suite, the Grand Oceanview Suite, the Owner Suite and the Royal Suite. These come with several additional perks, such as luxury toiletries, separate living areas, and a concierge to help you with special requests. There are also family-sized suites in the Oceanview and Royal categories, as well as several more affordable family cabins.
Mariner of the Seas Food and Dining
Dining included in your Mariner of the Seas ticket:
- Main Dining Room
- Windjammer Cafe
- Jade: for Indian, Chinese and Japanese fare (including sushi)
- Cafe Promenade (24 hours)
- Boardwalk Dog House
- 24-hour room service
Specialty dining (not included in your fare):
- Chops Grills Steakhouse
- Giovanni's Table
- Johnny Rockets
- Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream Parlour
Entertainment on board the Mariner of the Seas cruise ship
The Mariner of the Seas by day
The Royal Caribbean cruise line is renowned for putting on activities that encourage guests to try something different and step outside their comfort zone. For you, this might mean overcoming your fear of heights on the rock-climbing wall, or testing out your balance and coordination on the ice skating rink. For the less adventurous, these activity zones are great for people-watching.
You'll also find many traditional cruise activities on board, such as shopping, arts and crafts and card games. If you'd like to expand your horizons, the Mariner of the Seas has a decent enrichment programme with classes on topics such as health and wellbeing and historical events.
If you'd prefer to let others do all of the entertaining, then stay close to the Royal Promenade. The social heart of the ship, this area is often overtaken by performers and comedians. It is also where you'll find all of the shops.
Pools, spas and fitness facilities on board the Mariner of the Seas
With 4 pools and 6 whirlpools to choose from, there's no shortage of places to take a dip. The main pool area is family-friendly and has plenty of deck space. There is also a large screen which sometimes screens movies and sports games. Those looking for peace and quiet will find solace in the adults-only solarium pool.
The Vitality Spa, operated by Steiner Leisure, offers treatments of exceptionally high quality - be sure to book in here if you feel like being pampered. The spa also has facilities such as a sauna and steam room.
If fitness is a priority during your time at sea, then you're in luck; this cruise ship has an amazing choice of places to work up a sweat! The fitness centre is equipped with all of the latest cardio machines and free weights and runs classes such as yoga and tai chi. Also on board are full-sized basketball and volleyball courts, an ice-skating rink, a rollerblading rink, a mini-golf course, a golf simulator and a ping-pong table.
Mariner of the Seas nightlife
One of the best spots for nighttime entertainment is the Main Theatre, home to engaging Royal Caribbean shows, as well as live music, dance performances and more. Another excellent venue is the Vegas-style Casino Royale, which recently received an upgrade and now features games such as Sic Bo and Baccarat. Depending on the ship's schedule, you might also be able to catch a live ice skating show in the rink, located in Studio B.
Of the 17 bars, clubs and lounges on board, most offer entertainment of some kind. Both Ellington's and Bolero are home to live music, while the Lotus Lounge is one of the late-night venues, with karaoke competitions and a pumping dance floor.
Mariner of the Seas for families
With so many family-friendly activities on board, it's not hard to see why the Mariner of the Seas is popular with both parents and children alike. The Royal Caribbean continues to add to its family-friendly offerings as the years go by. Recent additions to the Mariner of the Seas include the DreamWorks Experience, an area showcasing select DreamWorks films and providing children with colouring sheets and movie-themed activities, and the Royal Babies & Tots programmes which are developed by Fisher-Price and Crayola.
Children's programmes are organised by age; the Aquanauts (3-5), the Explorers (6-8), the Voyagers (9-11) and Teens (12-17). It's worth noting that teenagers have plenty of space, including their own outdoor area (The Back Deck), lounge (the Living Room) and nightclub (Fuel).
Both in-cabin and group babysitting is available - charges apply and children must be 12 months or older.
View Ship DealsI have enjoyed visiting as much of the world as possible over the years. Europe and the Mediterranean are personal favourites, but there is so much to see very close to our little Australasian corner of the globe- one of my top travel experiences was snorkeling with tropical fish and turtles in New Caledonia! Cruising is a fantastic way to see it all, and we hope to make booking a cruise easier for both first-timers and old salts. From ship tips to destination news and views, we will keep you up-to-date. Happy cruising!
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