Bahamas with Vision of the Seas

Royal Caribbean International is a brand with an incredible history and unlimited potential. The cruise line not only sets new standards by the size of the ships, but also by its degree of innovation. Especially the entertainment programm on their vessels is a new invention. The ships are convincing due to a variety of sport offers and leisure activities for every age group. Particularly the outdoor area offers great experiences with ice rinks or zip lines. However not only the big vessels, but also the smaller ones offer plenty options to have fun in a relaxed atmosphere. In the different restaurants you expect tasty dishes combined with an attentive service. On board, all age groups feel at home. Due to the company's heritage a basic knowledge in English is recommended.

• Maiden Voyage: 1998
• Shipyard: Chantiers de l'Atlantique in Saint-Nazaire (France)
• Godmother: Helen Morin Stephan, wife of Royal Caribbean co-founder Edwin Stephan
• Ship class: Vision class
• Home port: Nassau
• Length / width: 278 / 32 meters
• Tonnage: 78,340 GT
• Speed: 22 knots
• Decks: 12
• Number of passengers: 2,050 with double occupancy
• Staterooms: 1,142
• Crew: approx. 742
• Languages on board: English
• Currency on board: $
• Internet: Internet café and Wi-Fi (usage for surcharge)
• Smoking: permitted in designated areas
• Electricity: 110 volt and 220/230 volt alternating current

All cabins are furnished very attractively, comfortable and measure between 13 square meters (inside cabins), 14 square meters (outside cabins) up to 95 square meters in the Royal Suite. Many cabins have private balconies.

Like all of Royal Caribbean's ships, Vision of the Seas is open for all age groups and for people from all countries. Therefore there is a great mixture of international guests. Overall, the atmosphere is relaxed. On special evenings, formal dress is expected in the main restaurant.

A bottle of wine in the restaurant or at the bar costs from about 25 US-$. All prices are subject to a service fee.

There are several ways to enjoy the fine cuisine on board. The main restaurant "Aquarius" is situated on two decks and offers a great view through the floor-to-ceiling windows. The Windjammer Café offers delicious buffets and a wonderful ocean view as well.

Whether you prefer a quiet atmosphere or a party in the disco: from piano music to Broadway style shows to disco there is a huge range of different entertainment offers. On board there are art auctions, the ever-popular bingo games and lectures about the ports of call.

The ship offers a large fitness area with stunning ocean views, a swimming pool with a relaxation area ("Solarium"), many sports classes (partly for a fee) such as Aerobics or Pilates. A wide range of wellness and beauty treatments are offered in the spa as well.

Besides, there are two pools and whirlpools on deck which invite you to swim and bathe.

MS Vision of the Seas is a very nice cruise ship with great offers on board, such as miniature golf or a climbing the wall high above the sea: Almost everything is possible on board. The food is good and plentiful. The audience is international and the main language on board is English. Overall, you can expect a professionally organized cruise experience of good quality.