Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas has arrived in the iconic Sydney Harbour for its highly anticipated Down Under debut, setting the stage for an unforgettable 2025-26 summer season.
From its new home in Sydney, the award-winning Quantum Class ship is bringing bigger, bolder adventures and show-stopping new experiences to Australian shores.
*All details correct at time of publish (31 October 2025)
With 24 getaways ranging from 2-night weekend escapes to epic 18-night adventures, this summer’s lineup delivers more ways than ever to celebrate and holiday across Australia, the South Pacific and New Zealand.
Gavin Smith, Vice President and Managing Director, Australia and New Zealand, Royal Caribbean, said:
“We’re excited to welcome Anthem to Sydney and give Australian holidaymakers the chance to experience first-hand the innovative thrills, world-class entertainment and signature flavours that have made this ship a global favourite.
“The return this season cements Royal Caribbean as Australia’s trusted holiday partner to deliver unrivalled experiences for every kind of traveller.”
Anthem is dialling up the weekend energy with five 2- to 4-night coastal getaways, perfect for celebrating milestone moments, from anniversaries to birthdays, or just a chance to connect with family and friends.
Guests looking for extra time to relax and unwind can choose from longer escapes, including a 5-night holiday to Hobart or 9- to 12-night cruises across picturesque New Zealand, plus 9- and 11-night holidays, making Christmas and New Year celebrations one for the books.
From day to night, travellers can dive into thrilling experiences on Anthem, which include favourites like skydiving on RipCord by iFly, SeaPlex, the largest indoor activity space at sea; Latin-themed club Boleros, the English pub with pints from across the globe; and a variety of restaurants serving up a world of flavours, such as family-style Tuscan favourites at Jamie’s Italian and American treats – such as shakes, burgers and more from the retro-themed Johnny Rockets Express.
Plus, Sydney’s new hometown ship brings world-class entertainment centre stage, with Royal Caribbean’s rendition of the Olivier Award-winning musical phenomenon “We Will Rock You,” featuring Queen’s iconic hits.
Royal Caribbean has even more in store this summer with the long-awaited return of Voyager of the Seas on December 1, 2025, homeporting in Brisbane for the first time with 22 holidays ranging from two to 12 nights exploring the region’s most spectacular coastlines from the sparkling South Pacific and sun-soaked Queensland.
For those looking for the trip of a lifetime, holidaymakers can set sail across the ocean on a 25-night Transpacific adventure to Seattle, Washington, USA, visiting incredible destinations along the journey.
This season will also mark the debut of six Wiggly-themed holidays, exclusive to Royal Caribbean and featuring the Wiggly Friends, across Anthem and Voyager.
For more details on the 2025-26 holidays in Australia, visit www.RoyalCaribbean.com.
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