Western Caribbean Cruise with Grandeur 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: 1996
• Shipyard: Kvaerner Masa-Yards in Turku (Finland)
• Godmother: Aviva Ofer, wife of Sammy Ofer and mother of Eyal Ofer, member of the Board of Directors of Royal Caribbean 
• Ship class: Vision class
• Home port: Nassau 
• Length / width: 279 / 32 meters
• Tonnage: 73,817 GT
• Speed: 22 knots
• Decks: 12
• Number of passengers: 1,992 with double occupancy
• Staterooms: 996
• Crew: approx. 760
• 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 staterooms are furnished comfortably and quite spacious. The size of the cabins ranges between 13 sqm (inside cabins) and 14 sqm (outside cabins) up to 95 sqm (Royal Suite). Numerous cabins have got their private balcony.

Just like all the other Royal Caribbean vessels, Grandeur of the Seas has got something to offer for everyone. There are many international guests on board. The menues and daily information are available in several different languages.

Overall, the atmosphere on board is relaxed. During the day it is rather casual, but on special evenings formal dress is expected in the main restaurant.

A bottle of wine in the restaurant or at a bar costs from about 25 U.S. $. All services are, as usual on American vessels, subject to a service fee.

The main restaurant is located on two decks and offers a great view through the panorama windows. From the Windjammer Café you can also look over the sea while enjoying the food from the buffet. Overall, the food is very good and tasty.

Whether it's a quiet atmosphere or a party in the disco: from piano music to Broadway shows and disco, there is a wide range of entertainment on offer. On board there are art auctions with paintings by famous artists, the ever-popular bingo games and lectures about the ports of call.

The spa offers a large fitness area with a magnificent sea view, a swimming pool with relaxation area ("solarium"), various sports courses such as aerobics or Pilates (some at an extra charge). The spa offers a wide range of wellness and beauty treatments (for an extra charge).

There are also other pools and whirlpools on deck for swimming and bathing.

Grandeur of the Seas is a vessel with international flair operated by an American cruise line. Almost everything is possible on board, from playing miniature golf to climbing the wall. The cuisine is delicious. The main on board language is English. You can expect a professionally organised cruise of high quality.