Royal Caribbean International Sell Celebrity Century to Chinese Travel Company

Royal Caribbean International have announced that they plan to sell Celebrity Century, the 19-year-old, 1,814 passenger ship, to Ctrip, a Chinese travel company.

Royal Caribbean International and Ctrip have entered into a joint venture, both managing the operations of Celebrity Century. However the details of this agreement have not yet been announced.

Ctrip International, Ltd is one of China's leading travel agencies, with interests in accommodation reservation, transportation ticketing, packaged tours and corporate travel mamangement. they have sent more than 120,000 passengers on cruises and makeup more than 10% of the Chinese cruise market.

Celebrity Century will complete its scheduled sailings through to March 22, 2015 itinerary plus scheduled farewell cruises, including one with President and CEO Michael Bayley before leaving Celebrity Cruises fleet in April. It has also been rumoured that the vessel will receive a full renovation ensuring a great cruise experience for the Chinese market.


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Royal Caribbean Reveal Quantum of the Seas - The world's first 'smartship'

When Royal Caribbean began their 99 day count down until their newest cruise ship, Quantum of the Seas, we knew they wouldn't disappoint! Yesterday, as part of the big countdown, Royal Caribbean announced the latest update on the ship during an online 'reveal' where Quantum of the Seas was labelled the first ever 'smartship'.

With the latest technological innovations it is easy to see why Quantum of the Seas will be the smartest ship in the world!

Smart Check-in
"From sidewalk to ship in 10 minutes"
For the first time ever Royal Caribbean will eliminate the counter check-in, forms and queues when you arrive at the cruise terminal! Passengers will now use an easy online check-in system to upload their own ID photo before they arrive at the cruise terminal and will receive a digital check-in confirmation.

PLUS with the latest RFID technology, passengers will be able to track their luggage in real time on their smartphones. Luggage will be tagged at drop-off and from their passengers can monitor the progress of their bags from through key points from drop-off to arrival at passengers' cabins.

Smart Concierge
"Flexibility at your fingertips"
Royal Caribbean are introducing new RFID WOWband wristbands, with just one simple tap passengers will navigate around the ship, make onboard purchases and access their cabin.

PLUS two brand new smartphone apps, Cruise Planner & Royal IQ.
Cruise Planner gives guests the ability to book shore excursions, spa appointments and dinner reservations through their smartphone or tablet even before their cruise begins.
Royal IQ is a smartphone app which is used by guests during their cruise, it includes a quick view of the cruise programme and the ability to text and phone one another or even those at home.

Smart Connect
"Speeds that match the fastest connections on shore"
Quantum of the Seas will operate with more bandwidth than every cruise ship in the world combined! Passengers will be able to stream videos, check email, share images on social media and enjoy video calls, even in the middle of the ocean, no matter what device they bring onboard.

PLUS such speedy connections will make it possible for SeaPlex to become a live global video gaming suite. Guests will enjoy Xbox Live with the ability to challenge other gamers worldwide!

Smart Experiences
"A fully robotic bar"
Quantum of the Seas will include various brand new venues including, Bionic Bar, where passengers will place their order via tablets and have fun watching fully robotic bartenders prepare their cocktails.
Another spectacular new venue featuring robotic technology is Two70, home to six Roboscreens that participate and perform during evening shows.

Watch the video for an overview of the technology onboard!

Royal Caribbean Anthem of the Seas Southampton 2015

Royal Caribbean Anthem of the Seas Southampton 2015

The second ship in the new, highly innovative Quantum class of ships from Royal Caribbean International will become the most technologically advanced cruise ship ever to be based in Europe when it is launched in spring 2015. Anthem of the Seas will call Southampton home in April 2015 and offer cruises to the Mediterranean before being based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, for the winter months.

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Phil Nuttall

Director
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Royal Caribbean in Australia 2013-2014

Cruise News: Royal Caribbean Cruises Down Under 2013-2014

This is exciting news from Royal Caribbean - 3 ships down under with plenty of opportunity to explore Australia, New Zealand and the Far East & Pacific.

The Cruise Village™ team will have some fantastic cruise holidays with varied options for our customers.

For winter 2013/2014 you can choose from over 50 sailings that call at 56 South Pacific ports on 53 itineraries aboard the popular Voyager of the Seas and the recently revitalized Radiance of the Seas and Rhapsody of the Seas. These sailing start from Sept. 2013 through April 2014. 

Cruise ships showing Euro 2012 finals

 

Which cruise lines are showing the Euro 2012 finals

Footy fans can take in the sun on deck and watch the European Championship Finals this summer.

Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises have secured rights to screen the European Football Championships on board their ships this summer. Here's the info...