Royal Caribbean has introduced its newest Oasis-class ship; Utopia of the Seas will offer 3-night weekend and 4-night weekday getaways when it debuts next summer.
The cruise line has dubbed the ship “the world’s biggest weekend” with a combination of more than 40 ways to dine and drink, five pools, more than 20 dining options and more than 20 bars & entertainment venues.
New features include an all-new suite category – Solarium Suites, new poolside food trucks, a longer and taller Ultimate Abyss, new outdoor and alfresco dining options and a new Caribbean Tiki Bar.
More of all the above at Perfect Day at CocoCay – Royal Caribbean’s private island in The Bahamas – including the new adults-only Hideaway Beach opening in early 2024.
Utopia opens for bookings on Royal Caribbean’s website as soon as Friday, June 23. Crown & Anchor Society loyalty members can book on Thursday, June 22.
Michael Bayley, President and CEO, Royal Caribbean International, said: “Vacationers are looking to make every moment count by celebrating and recharging with their friends and family, and Utopia of the Seas makes all that possible in more ways than one.
“With the variety of dining, bars, pools, entertainment and thrills that make Oasis Class ships revolutionary and the experiences to match on our private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay, we’ve combined the best of the best to create the world’s biggest weekend for everyone.”
Five Pools Onboard
Five pools onboard are complemented by Perfect Day at CocoCay’s pools and white sand beaches.
- Three resort-style and sloping beach-entry pools and three Lime & Coconut bars are at the centre of the action. Vacationers can hit the high-speed waterslides at The Perfect Storm, while young kids take on Splashaway Bay; casual bites nearby like a new poolside food truck with handheld favourites; Mexican-inspired street food and drinks at El Loco Fresh and Cantina Fresca; and more.
- Solarium – The tranquil retreat is where adults can recharge in a pool and whirlpools of their own, complete with a bar, daybeds, panoramic ocean views and the Solarium Bistro.
- Suite Sun Deck – Tucked away in the exclusive Suite Neighborhood, the pool features a bird’s-eye view of the ocean in this private oasis with daybeds, loungers, umbrellas and more.
- Record-breaking thrills around every corner, from the most adrenaline-pumping Ultimate Abyss yet, now 43 feet longer at 259 feet and featuring new zoom booster rollers and transparent racing windows, to the 10-story-high zip line; the signature FlowRider surf simulator; mini golf at AquaDunes; and Utopia Playscape for young kids.
More Than 20 Dining Options
With more than 20 dining options, every type of vacationer can take their taste buds on a world tour while island hopping in The Bahamas.
- Immersive dining experience – Combining multiple courses, technology and different destinations and storylines, the new, one-of-a-kind experience will be revealed at a later date
- Izumi and Izumi in the Park – Joining the Royal Caribbean staple in its new Central Park location, is a convenient, new window that serves up fresh sushi and Japanese-inspired sweets. Next door is a reimagined Izumi restaurant, with double the teppanyaki tables and new al fresco seating.
- Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar – Now spanning two stories, the reimagined favourite and menu of authentic Italian dishes, varietals and classic cocktails with a twist extend to the new outside terrace – Gio’s Terrazza – that overlooks the signature Boardwalk.
- More returning favourites on the menu include The Mason Jar Southern Restaurant & Bar, where live country music complements southern staples; Windjammer, featuring hundreds of dishes and flavours for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner – all inspired by Royal Caribbean’s international chefs; Hooked Seafood; and Chops Grille, now connected to the signature Trellis Bar.
More Than 20 Different Bars & Entertainment Venues
Wherever and whenever on Utopia, travellers are just steps away from their next big cheers and night out, with more than 20 different bars and entertainment spots, two casinos, live music venues and showstopping entertainment.
- Pesky Parrot – The new Caribbean bar is a slice of laidback paradise on the Royal Promenade that serves up fruit-based cocktails made with rum, tequila and gin, alongside frozen drinks and more.
- Casino Royale – Upping the ante are two casinos that feature more than 370 slot machines, nearly 30 table games and more.
- Live music – Five live music venues that range from Spotlight Karaoke to Latin hotspot Boleros, Music Hall, to rock out with the best cover bands at sea; Bell & Barley, the English pub with a live guitarist; and the classic piano bar, Schooner Bar.
- Showstopping entertainment – The cruise line’s original production shows take centre stage across air, ice, water and theatre, including high diving, slacklining and acrobatics at the AquaTheater; ice-skating feats at Studio B; and theatrical productions at the Royal Theater.
Accommodations
More than 20 types of accommodations, from rooms with views of the ocean or neighbourhoods like the open-air Central Park and lively Boardwalk.
Layouts for three, four, five and more; or suites such as the Royal Loft Suite and Ultimate Family Suite, plus an all-new category – the Solarium Suites.
The ultimate getaway includes visits to Nassau, The Bahamas, and Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day at CocoCay, the “Best Private Island” for three years running.
Between the two islands’ beaches and turquoise blue waters, Perfect Day offers 13 waterslides, a swim-up bar, pools, overwater cabanas and the upcoming adults-only Hideaway Beach.
Adventurers can choose to get away on Utopia any Friday or Monday or go all out on any ship in Royal Caribbean’s action-packed lineup of 3- to 8-night vacations from Port Canaveral, which includes the new Wonder of the Seas.
Clean Sailing
Utopia will be the first Oasis Class ship powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), the cleanest-burning marine fuel to date, the cruise line’s second LNG-powered ship – following Icon of the Seas.
More details about Utopia will be revealed leading up to its highly anticipated debut next summer.
Vacationers can be among the first to dive into all the new getaway has in store on www.RoyalCaribbean.com.
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