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Guarantee - Interior Stateroom
Guarantee - Interior Stateroom means that you are guaranteed an Interior stateroom. Category, location, and...-
Guarantee Inside Cabin - Category ZI
ZIAUD $1,930
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Interior Stateroom
Interior Stateroom (165 square feet) Two twin beds (can convert into queen-size). Stateroom: All... -
Guarantee - Oceanview Stateroom
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Guarantee Ocean View Cabin - Category YO
YOAUD $2,218
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Large Oceanview Stateroom
Large Ocean View Stateroom (170 square feet) Two twin beds (can convert into queen-size). Stateroom: ... -
Junior Suite
Junior Suite w/Balcony (293 square feet, balcony 66 sq. ft.) Two twin beds (can convert into queen-size),...-
Junior Suite - Category J3
J3AUD $3,658
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Interior Stateroom
Interior Stateroom (165 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.
Large Oceanview Stateroom
Large Ocean View Stateroom (170 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 Cabins on Deck 2 have a porthole only
Junior Suite
Junior Suite w/Balcony (293 square feet, balcony 66 sq. ft.) Two twin beds (can convert into queen-size), private balcony, sitting area (some with sofa bed), refrigerator, and bathtub.
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 Inside Cabin - Category ZI
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Guarantee Ocean View Cabin - Category YO
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Junior Suite - Category J3



Please note: All prices featured are per person (unless otherwise stated), and include non commission fares (taxes, fees and port expenses). Prices and availability are subject to change due to changes made by the Cruise Companies. Prices quoted are based on payments made via BPAY or bank transfer. Visa and Mastercard payments incur a 1.5% transaction fee.
Itinerary
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Day 1
Sydney Depart: Sat, Jan 18, 2020 @ 16:30 -
Day 2
At SeaSun, Jan 19, 2020
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Day 3
At SeaMon, Jan 20, 2020
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Day 4
Milford SoundArrive: Tue, Jan 21, 2020 @ 08:00
Depart: Tue, Jan 21, 2020 @ 09:00
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Day 4
Doubtful SoundArrive: Tue, Jan 21, 2020 @ 13:00
Depart: Tue, Jan 21, 2020 @ 14:00
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Day 4
Dusky SoundArrive: Tue, Jan 21, 2020 @ 16:00
Depart: Tue, Jan 21, 2020 @ 17:00
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Day 5
Dunedin (Port Chalmers)Arrive: Wed, Jan 22, 2020 @ 08:00
Depart: Wed, Jan 22, 2020 @ 18:00
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Day 6
AkaroaArrive: Thu, Jan 23, 2020 @ 08:00
Depart: Thu, Jan 23, 2020 @ 18:00
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Day 7
At SeaFri, Jan 24, 2020
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Day 8
AucklandArrive: Sat, Jan 25, 2020 @ 08:00
Depart: Sat, Jan 25, 2020 @ 18:00
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Day 9
TaurangaArrive: Sun, Jan 26, 2020 @ 05:30
Depart: Sun, Jan 26, 2020 @ 16:45
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Day 10
Bay of IslandsArrive: Mon, Jan 27, 2020 @ 08:00
Depart: Mon, Jan 27, 2020 @ 17:00
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Day 11
At SeaTue, Jan 28, 2020
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Day 12
At SeaWed, Jan 29, 2020
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Day 13
Sydney Arrive: Thu, Jan 30, 2020 @ 06:30
Onboard experience
Main Dining Room - Cascades Dining Room
The elegant main dining room, Cascades, comes complete with a cascading waterfall and features a wide variety of menu items and impeccable service. (Deck 4, 5)
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. (Deck 11)
Park Café
A casual-eats deli cafe offering made-to-order salads, paninis and freshly prepared sandwiches. Don't miss the signature 'Kummelweck' roast beef sandwich – a guest favourite. (Deck 11)
My Family Time Dining
- 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.
Café Latté-tudes - Deck 5
Relax with a frothy cappuccino or a light snack while you watch the world go by in Latté-Tudes, our modern-day coffee shop.
Chef's Table - Deck 6
Experience a once-in-a-lifetime culinary experience. In this exclusive space, 14 guests will enjoy a five-course menu of gourmet selections specially prepared and personally presented by the Chef de Cuisine. Every course is accompanied by wine pairings chosen to enhance your enjoyment of each dish.
Chops Grille - Deck 6
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. Fee applies.
Giovanni's Table - Deck 6
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. Fee applies.
Izumi Japanese Cuisine - Deck 11
The traditional Japanese dishes at Izumi will impress you with pure, delicate flavours, freshness of ingredients and impeccable presentation. Choose from sushi rolls, sashimi, hot rock (ishi-yaki) plates and more. Dress is smart casual. It serves lunch and dinner with À La Carte
Rita's Cantina - Deck 11
Dive into a fiesta of flavour at Rita's, serving scrumptious Mexican fare along with the widest selection of margaritas at sea. Caters for families by day and adults by night, with live guitar music and dancing.
Samba Grill - Deck 12
A churrascaria with personality and flair, featuring a variety of meats and seafood carved at the tableside straight from the skewer, plus a wide selection of soups, salads and appetisers at the buffet.
Room Service
Maybe you want to sleep in or just spend a night relaxing in your stateroom; either way, you still have to eat. That's why we offer room service to all our guests for breakfast, lunch and dinner, 24 hours a day (late night service charge applies). So go ahead and have breakfast in bed or enjoy a sweet temptation dessert on your balcony. After all, you're on vacation.
Drink packages are an economical and convenient way to purchase select drinks at our bars and restaurants. Kids can enjoy unlimited soda, and for adults, there's a soda package and a wine and dine package that includes a bottle of wine each evening at dinner.
Deluxe Drinks 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
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 Soda Package
• Fountain soda and refills in any venue
• Coca-Cola Freestyle® beverages
• Coca-Cola® souvenir cup included
- Adventure Ocean
- Aquanauts Ages 3 - 5 Years
- Explorers Ages 6 - 8 Years
- Families
- Royal Tots Aged 6 to 18 Months
- Royal Tots Aged 18 to 36 Months
- Teens 12 - 17 Years
- Aurora Theatre
- Casino Royale
- Champagne Bar
- Latté-tudes Coffee Bar
- Schooner Bar
- Golf and Sports Area
- Rock-Climbing Wall
- Shipshape Fitness Centre
- The Centrum
- The Colony Club
Kids Club
- Children will love the spacious playroom, which features toys, books, games, and activities. The special teen center features a lounge area and video arcade.
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.
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.
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
- 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
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.
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.
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.
- 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!
- 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?
- 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.
- 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!
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.
Stage Shows
- The theme of this breathtaking theater is based on the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights). Here, you'll enjoy the experience of dynamic productions with all the glitz, glamour and special effects of Broadway or Las Vegas.
Casino
- The glittering casino features electronic Slot Machines, Video Poker, Blackjack, Craps, Roulette and Caribbean Stud Poker.
Bars and Lounges
- his quiet and elegant bar is the perfect place to enjoy a glass (or two) of champagne.
- Relax with a frothy cup of cappuccino or a light snack while you watch the world go by in Latté-tudes, the modern-day coffee bar.
- This nautically themed bar is the perfect spot to enjoy a drink with friends.
- 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.
Sports and Spa
- Includes a sports court, a miniature-golf course and a golf simulator.
- At 150'200 feet above sea level, the rock-climbing wall offers skill combinations for all levels.
- 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.
Swimming
- This elegant space has a theme of India in the days of the Raj with three 16-foot-tall bejeweled elephants and cascading waterfalls. It's the perfect place to take a refreshing dip in the pool or relax in the whirlpool with friends.
Shopping
- The Centrum, a seven-story atrium surrounded by bars, lounges and unique shops, is best compared to the lobby of a grand hotel.
Discos/Night Clubbing
- A customizable entertainment space with four different clubs: The Bombay Billiard Club, Jakarta Lounge, Singapore Sling's and the Calcutta Card Club are all unique and packed with fun.
Ship info
With more walls of glass, more balconies, glass elevators facing the sea, and more open spaces than ever before, Radiance of the Seas provides you with unforgettable panoramic views. From its rock-climbing wall and self-leveling billiard tables to its many dining options, including an Italian restaurant and a steakhouse, Radiance of the Seas is nothing short of spectacular. If you bring your laptop, you can even receive unlimited dial-up Internet access for a reasonable charge.
- Vessel: Radiance Of The Seas
- Year: 2001
- Beam: 105
- Cruising speed: 25
- Bars/Lounges: 10
- Crew: 723
- Gross Tonnage: 90,090 tons
- Kids Club: For 7 different age groups
- Onboard Currency: US Dollars
- Passenger Capacity: 2,501
- Show Lounge: Daily shows
- Vessel: 2
- Whirlpool Spas: 2
- 24-Hour Room Service
- Art Auctions
- Basketball Court
- Broadway style Theatre
- Casino
- Cinema/Screening room
- Comedy Club
- Conference Centre
- Dance Classes
- Duty Free Shopping
- Gym
- Internet Facilities
- Jogging Track
- Library
- Live Music
- Nursery
- Outdoor Movie Screens
- Pool Tables (self-levelling)
- Rock Climbing Wall
- Security Safe in Cabin
- Traditional Dining
Decks
Radiance Of The Seas - Deck Plans
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"Faith Restored"
Cruise on the inaugural cruise to Australia on Ovation of the Seas from Fremantle to Sydney. Most disappointing of nearly 20 cruises with Royal Caribbean, Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, P & O International. Ordinary food, long queues, poor service, lack entertainment and passengers participation not to mention limited activities or demonstrations. Was worried that my Radiance cruise was just as disappointing. FORTUNATELY, Radiance WOW me a lot more than the Ovation. Movies daily. Variety of activities. Food Great. Staff Friendly. Plenty of Entertainment. Passenger Competitions and lots more. 10 of us; family and friends enjoyed the cruise. Ship however is dated and need to be refurbished soon or a newer ship Down-under. Thank you Radiance and Crew for restoring my Faith in Royal Caribbean. Ovation needs to learn from other Royal Ships cruising Australia waters like the Legend, Rhapsody, Radiance, Voyager and Explorer, all of which I had sailed on except the Explorer. Cruising in Australia is booming and to increase passenger shares needed with latest fleet to complement Great service.
Read moreSteven T - Apr 2017
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"my cruise review"
Cruising is amazing value..cabin staff are always helpful..all the crew are wonderful people... had a wonderful time on all three cruises I've been on from 3 different cruise lines . . Would highly recommend this for a holiday..it's good for families too..we have 3 younger ones which all had a great time.. couldnt keep one away from kids club..absolutely loved it..another perk on cruise ships..there's so much to choose from..kids weren't bored or hungry for that matter...they can't wait to go on the next one..neither can we...interconnecting cabins are a wonderful idea for larger groups too... royal Caribbean has family rooms that hold up to 6 people..not many have these family rooms ...its a shame theres not more and other ships dont have them either as they are a great idea..and lets face it families aren't made of four these days.. If people have never been on a cruise they need to do it.. i 100% recommend it ..I cant speak highly enough of this experience ..and if you're scared of going in a little boat don't worry so am i but these boats are massive sometimes you forget you're actually on a cruise ship...but just incase don't forget the sickness tablets...better to take some just incase...one last word..just pack un pack and enjoy..you'll have a blast
Read moreDebra P - Mar 2016
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"Celebration Cruise"
Absolutely nothing to complain about when you cruise with this Cruise Line (Royal Caribbean) The staff are excellent in every way and cannot do enough for you. If I had to pick on anything it would be that I personally think there are too many seminars now and not enough daily activities. (e.g on the last day of our cruise a lot of activities overlapped and you couldn't attend them all .Too much left till the last day) BUT overall I will always stay loyal to the RCI and keep coming back. Hats off to all the staff aboard. Job well done.
Read moreDianne D - Oct 2014
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"The Best NYE ever."
Our first cruise with Royal Caribbean after travelling on 9 previous cruises. We had the most wonderful time, the best New Year ever. We were a little hesitant at first as we had to pay in US dollars but the standard more than made up for it.. Our cruise director Joff was so entertaining which made the whole NYE experience even more fun. Such a great personality. Our captain also made the effort to entertain us at charades which was a first for us, only ever seeing a captain previously at the Captains welcome and farewell nights. Our table waiter Sanches was the best we have ever had....guilty of feeding us too much food, but the loveliest guy and could not look after us any better. He called us his family every night which made us feel very special. The standard of the entertainment in the theatre every night was also top quality, both the entertainment that had been booked for the cruise and also the cruise staff themselves. Very high standard. Being a dancer myself I can be critical sometimes but had no reason to be. Excellent. The whole experience was a New Year never to be forgotten, that is why we have booked again for 2017.
Read moreDenise F - May 2016
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"A great way to spend xmas"
Royal Caribbean remains our favourite cruise line. Food choice not quite up to the standard of other cruises with same company. However we don't cruise for the Food!!
William P - Jan 2017
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Cruise code: RD12K128
Receive up to $400 onboard credit per cabin. May not apply to all cabin categories.
- Private ensuite
- TV for in-cabin entertainment
- In cabin safe
- All main meals onboard
- Musical stage shows and entertainment
- Special guest entertainers
- Latest release movies (in cabin and on big screen)
- Choice of Bars and Lounges
- Fully supervised children's programs for ages 3 to 17 years
Frequently asked questions
Cruising is such a great value holiday as your fare includes accommodations, all main meals onboard ship, onboard daytime activities, and night-time entertainment including live stage shows. One reason cruising is good value is because you'll know what most of your holiday will cost before you go. Generally your only extra onboard expenses could be your beverages (though these are sometimes included on luxury ships), optional shore excursions, personal services such as spa treatments, and any purchases at the gift and duty free shops.
All your main meals are included on a cruise. Typically for breakfast, lunch and dinner there is an a la carte option (order from a menu) or a buffet option. There is so much choice available, and the food is excellent. However, your cruise doesn't always just include these 3 main meals. You can in fact eat non-stop for 24 hours a day if you like.
Most cruise lines also offer specialty dining as an alternative option to the main restaurants. There is typically a small cover charge for this. However, the food is well worth it, and the specialty restaurants are normally smaller and more intimate than the main restaurants so they make for a great place to celebrate a special occasion.
The entertainment on board comes in many different styles and formats but is always included in the cruise fare. In the evening there are shows in the main show lounge (except small ship cruising). Typically there are two sessions a night so, depending on your dinner time, you can always catch the show. The style of these shows changes daily. Some nights it will include all of the ship’s entertainment crew with a Las Vegas style production. Other nights there may be a guest entertainer or comedian. There is something for everyone.
The entertainment doesn't stop with the nightly performances. Each night the ship provides a newsletter detailing all the activities that will take place the following day. These activities may include dance classes, arts and crafts, table tennis, live music, tournaments, trivia quizzes, recent release movies, and other deck games and deck parties. The great thing about a cruise is that you can do as much or as little as you like. If your idea of a holiday is sitting back with a good book, you can do that. If you like to be entertained there is no shortage of entertainment.
One of the main reasons for a cruise making such a great family holiday is the “kids club” facilities offered on board, and they are all included in your cruise fare. Typically the kids clubs are broken into 3 different age groups - 3 to 6 years, 7 to 12 years, and 13 – 17 years. In these dedicated children’s facilities they are looked after by trained staff and the facilities are open from 9am – 10pm. Parents can check their children into the “kids club” whenever it suits them. Children love these facilities as it is “their space” aboard the ship.
NB Each cruise line has limited space on board the ship for children as the kids club facilities can cater for a limited number of children, and any child booked onto a cruise has access to the kids club. If you are planning on taking a cruise during the school holidays then you need to book early as the children's space will sell out. Also, while most cruise lines have kids club facilities there are some exceptions (not common) so you should check this at time of booking.
The chances are you will not get seasick. On a cruise most people do not suffer from motion sickness. However, if you are going to get seasick then it is likely to happen in the first 24 hours. If you limit the amount of alcohol you consume and activities you do in the first 24 hours you can reduce the chance of this happening. Another thing you can do is select a midship cabin on a lower deck. A cabin in the middle of the ship (midship) will experience the least amount of movement.
There are a number of other precautions/medications you can take, and these can be purchased before you travel at a pharmacy or health shop. Otherwise you can buy them on board.
The best thing you can do if you feel seasick is visit the ship’s doctor. They can give you an injection that will give you relief from your seasickness within 30 minutes. You have planned and saved for your holiday, don't ruin it by feeling sick. Visit the doctor for the injection and get it treated straight away. If you have travel insurance then you can claim this back.
IMPORTANT: A visit to the doctor on board will cost you money so we strongly recommend you get travel insurance before you depart on your holiday.
Terms and conditions for this cruise
Frequently Asked Questions
Shore excursions are pre-organised tours & sightseeing options that you purchase on board for when your ship is in a port of call. Every ship has a “Shore Ex” desk with qualified staff who can advise you of different excursions available, what’s best to do and generally help you with information on the particular region your ship is visiting.
Shore excursions can be booked on board your ship however some cruise lines allow you to pre-book and pay for excursions online. If there is a tour you really want to do then we recommend you pre-book it as popular tours do sell out.
Shore excursions are not compulsory, you are free to go ashore and return to the ship as many times as you like.
When you go ashore it is important to note:
You must take your cruise I.D. card (ticket) as proof for re-embarking.
The city or town you are visiting may not be close to the port where the ship is docked, cruise lines normally organise shuttle buses (at a minimal charge) throughout the day to and from the city centre.
You must return to the ship at the stipulated time as the ship WILL NOT wait for late passengers.
Tour costs vary depending on the activity, itinerary and inclusions. There is always a wide variety on offer for all age groups and abilities that can start from as little as $25.
Sometimes you can book your tour, when you arrive at your port, direct from the operator at a much cheaper price. However, this comes with a buyer beware warning. The operators used by the cruise line are trusted professionals so you will not be ripped off. Also, if something goes wrong on your tour, the cruise line knows where you are and will take the necessary steps to pick you up if your vehicle has broken down. In extreme cases they will even hold the ship's departure for you if you are late returning from a tour booked through the ship. They will not wait if you go direct through the operator, as they will not know where you are.
Unlike airlines, there are no luggage restrictions on a cruise. However you need to consider that you need to store it in your cabin for your holiday. There is plenty of storage space in your cabin but if you are travelling in a quad cabin you may want to impose your own restrictions.
NB It is important to remember that airlines have different luggage restrictions, so if you are flying either pre or post cruise then you may want to keep within their allowances.
Cruise lines around the world do not all operate using the same onboard currency. The currency varies from cruise line to cruise line with the most common currency being US dollars. P&O Cruises Australia, Carnival Spirit and the Sun and Dawn Princess all use Australian dollars as their onboard currency.
Cruising is a cashless society which means when you purchase anything on board you do not pay for it in cash. When you board the ship it is like checking into a hotel, you can either give a credit card imprint or the cruise line will take a cash deposit of approximately $300. You are then given a “cruise card”. Your cruise card is your door key (on most ships), has your dinner table number on it (for traditional dining), and it is used for making any purchases aboard.
When you make a purchase with your cruise card, it is swiped and a receipt is printed that you will need to sign. The cost of the purchase is then added to your onboard account which you settle at the end of your cruise.
Many cruises on our websites come with onboard credits. This could be from a special promotion that is being run by the cruise line or because of the relationship we have with the cruise lines that allows us to select certain cruises to receive onboard credit. The amount of onboard credit does normally depend on the length of the cruise.
If your reservation receives onboard credit we will confirm this with you in writing and then your onboard account will automatically be in credit for the amount we have confirmed to you. This credit can be used towards any onboard expenditure that is charged back to your cabin. It is important to note that if you do not spend all of your onboard credit it will not be refunded to you in cash so it is best you spend it all while on board.
Tipping/gratuities are a big issue for a lot of Australasian cruise passengers as it is not our custom to reward good service in this way. What cruise passengers need to consider is that outside of Australasia, the remuneration for personnel in the service industry is quite low. Hence, to keep up a high standard, employees have the incentive of earning additional income via the tips they receive. At the end of the day, how much you tip is up to you.
The most common way cruise lines suggest tipping, is that they add a suggested amount to your daily onboard account. You can choose to keep that on your account or you can ask the purser to remove it. This suggested amount is divided out amongst your cabin steward, your dinner waiter, your assistant waiter, your wine steward, and maitre d’.
Some cruise lines ask passengers to wait until the end of the cruise and they discreetly leave an envelope in your cabin in which to place the appropriate amount. Some cruise lines state that the fare you have paid includes gratuities. Some cruise lines ask that you pre-pay the gratuities with your cruise fare prior to your holiday departure.
Again, the amount you tip is up to you (unless it is prepaid) and it isn't intended to have a negative impact on your holiday. Do what feels most comfortable to you.
The rules surrounding where you can smoke on board a cruise ship vary from cruise line to cruise line. However, none have taken steps to ban smoking completely. Most only allow smoking in designated areas on the open decks. Many have banned smoking on cabin balconies as this poses a fire risk.
Many cruise lines have rules restricting you from taking your own alcohol on board your cruise ship. If you have pre purchased duty free alcohol the ship will take it off you when you board and store it away for you. This alcohol will be delivered to your cabin the night before you disembark. The same applies if you purchase it when you are in port. Any purchases made on board will also be delivered the night before you disembark.
However, Princess Cruises will allow you to bring a bottle of wine aboard which you can drink at dinner or in your cabin.
These restrictions were put in place to create a safer environment on board your cruise ship, where people drink within a controlled drinking environment.
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