Royal Caribbean Radiance Class
Radiance of the Seas
The ship that gave the Radiance Class its name, built with glass walls and lifts to keep the sea in view.
2,122 passengersFirst of the Radiance Class
The ship in figures
293 m
Length (961 ft)
13
Decks
859
Crew members
2,122
passengers (double occupancy)
up to 2,546 at full capacity
2.5 passengers per crew member. For every 3 crew members (in orange) there are about 7 passengers.
Ship history
- 2001Year builtMeyer Werft (Papenburg, Germany)
Glass elevators, an adults-only Solarium and a Brazilian steakhouse on a ship sized for the Panama Canal.
Radiance of the Seas is the first ship of Royal Caribbean's Radiance Class and the one that gave the class its name. Built by Meyer Werft in Germany and delivered in 2001, she introduced a design with large glass surfaces, panoramic elevators and floor-to-ceiling windows. Her Panamax dimensions, with a beam of 32.2 m (106 ft), allow her to transit the original Panama Canal locks and reach ports closed to larger ships.
Attractions
- 1CentrumA multi-deck atrium with glass elevators, the social hub of the ship.
- 2Rock Climbing WallAn outdoor wall 12 m (40 ft) above deck, included in the fare.
- 3Mini GolfA nine-hole course on the top deck.
- 4Self-leveling pool tablesBilliard tables that stay level when the ship moves.
- 5Adventure BeachA splash zone with a slide and play area for children by the pool.
- 6Outdoor Movie NightsFilms on a large poolside screen.
Shows
- Aurora TheatreThe main theater, with original productions accompanied by a live orchestra.
- City of DreamsA production that travels to Atlantis, India and Venice.
- Piano ManA show built around well-known piano ballads.
- Mystery Dinner TheaterA multi-course dinner where guests help solve a crime.
Restaurants & bars
- Main Dining RoomCascades, the two-level main restaurant with sea views.
- Samba GrillA Brazilian-style churrascaria with meats carved at the table.
- Chops GrilleRoyal Caribbean's classic American steakhouse.
- Giovanni's TableItalian specialty restaurant with Old World recipes.
- IzumiSushi and Asian dishes, made to order.
- Champagne BarA bar dedicated to champagne and sparkling wine.
Accommodation
Royal Suite
The largest accommodation on board, with a separate bedroom, living area and private balcony.
Owner's and Grand Suites
Suites with balconies and access to the Suite Lounge.
Junior Suite
A step up from a standard cabin, with a sitting area and private balcony.
Balcony, Ocean View and Interior
Standard cabins for couples and families.
Kids & families
- Adventure OceanThe kids' club, with groups by age such as Aquanauts, Explorers and Voyagers.
- Babies and TotsPrograms for the youngest guests within Adventure Ocean.
- Teen LoungeA dedicated space for teenagers to meet and hang out.
Spa & wellness
- Vitality SpaThe spa, with massages, facials and other treatments.
- Fitness CenterA gym with ocean views and a schedule of fitness classes.
- SolariumAn adults-only pool area with whirlpools under a retractable glass roof.
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