ROYAL Caribbean Cruises has unveiled its new Quantum class of ships, which come with a host of first-ever amenities and next-generation staterooms.
Quantum of the Seas and Anthem of the Seas will offer a skydiving experience in a safe, controlled and simulated environment through the RipCord by iFly facility, as well as 360-degree views of the ocean and ship from 91m in the air via North Star, a glass capsule guests can enter.
SeaPlex is a sporting and entertainment venue, boasting a circus school with flying trapeze experiences, a basketball court by day and also bumper car and roller skating facilities by night. It also comes with a floating DJ booth.
Another signature venue is the multi-level Two70º multi-level, where passengers can watch live performances, videos, hit the ice bar and enjoy 270-degree views of the sea through floor-to-ceiling glass walls.
Stateroom offerings on Quantum-class ships are nine per cent larger than those on Oasis-class ships. Interior staterooms also come with virtual balconies that offer expansive real-time views of the ocean and destinations.
Multi-generational families can make use of family-connected staterooms, which link three different stateroom categories to form a special layout providing separate bedrooms and bathrooms for occupants. Also new are studio staterooms for single travellers, three junior categories and larger loft suites.
Both ships comprise of 18 decks and 2,090 staterooms that can carry 4,180 guests at double occupancy each.
Quantum of the Seas will sail out of the New York Harbor from her homeport of Cape Liberty on seven- to 12-night itineraries during the winter 2014/15 season. Bookings are open to Crown & Anchor Society loyalty programme members from May 27 and to the public on June 4. Anthem of the Seas will commence voyages from spring 2015.
