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We couldn’t be more excited. Launching in spring 2015, the newest addition to the Royal Caribbean International® fleet is Anthem of the SeasSM. She’s set to redefine cruising, and we’re proud to say she’ll be calling Southampton home. Boasting an incredible range of groundbreaking features (with state-of-the-art technology, transformative venues, and the industry’s first ever Virtual Balcony staterooms), she’ll transport guests all over Europe next summer. Better still, you can book your place on Anthem of the SeasSM right now, or maybe something else from our range of Europe and the Med 2015 cruises sailing from the UK. From cultural mini-cruises to extended sun-filled adventures, whichever sailing you choose, on whichever ship, you’re guaranteed the experience of a lifetime. And one which only Royal Caribbean® can offer.
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NEW ITINERARIES SAILING FROM THE UK!
Anthem of the SeasSM isn’t the only ship sailing from the UK next year — Adventure of the Seas® once more makes Southampton her home in 2015, while Brilliance of the Seas® continues to sail from Harwich. Between the three ships, you’re absolutely spoiled for choice, with exciting new itineraries calling at a host of enticing ports of call throughout Europe and the Mediterranean. And of course, sailing direct from the UK offers plenty of benefits — there’s no need to get on a flight, and the generous luggage allowance is a bonus too.
JUST £150pp TO RESERVE YOUR CRUISE Book early, and not only can you select your ideal stateroom, itinerary and sailing date, but you’ll secure it all for only £150 deposit per person! Don’t miss out on these great starting prices on 2015 sailings — call or visit us online to guarantee yours now.
Anthem of the SeasSM sailing from the UK in 2015
The most spacious in our fleet, these staterooms are designed for comfort and sophistication, with the first virtual balconies at sea. Innovative storage maximises the living space, and the modular layout — unique to Royal Caribbean® — allows adjoining rooms to be connected into ‘Family ConnectedSM’ staterooms. And for our most luxurious accommodation, try a two-storey Loft Suite. With the finest facilities and most breathtaking views, you’re sure to feel right at home. But with all these groundbreaking features, there’s still plenty of room for all the Royal Caribbean® favourites — so you’ll still see FlowRider®, the Rock Wall and the VitalitySM Spa, to name a few. Not forgetting the popular DreamWorks Experience. All this, plus incredible dining, entertainment and shopping options, makes Anthem of the SeasSM a WOW not to be missed. call 0844 493 5000 | contact your local travel agent for more information, visit royalcaribbean.co.uk
WElCOmE TO THE lATEST, GREATEST WOW Sailing exclusively from Southampton for the duration of summer 2015, Anthem of the SeasSM takes cruising to a whole new level. Here are just some of the amazing experiences waiting for you onboard… the north star The North Star will elevate you both physically and trulyofrevealingemotionally,360˚viewsaworldyou’veneverseen before! Step into the jewel-shaped capsule and gently ascend over 300ft above sea level, for breathtaking views of the ocean, the ship and the exciting destinations we visit. seaPleXsM Not only the largest indoor active space at sea, but also the most groundbreaking. For starters, it has the firstever bumper car rink at sea! You’ll also find a roller-skating rink, and a full-size basketball court — not to mention a circus school. And the first-ever food truck at sea is on hand to serve up tasty snacks. tWo70°sM By day, it’s a modern, open-plan living room with magnificent 270° panoramic views. By night, transforms.Two70°Asthe lights go down and the music comes up, you’ll be immersed in spellbinding performance art, mindblowing light shows and spectacular digital scenery. And there’s even an ice bar, serving up your favourite cocktails. riPcord by ifly® Another first you’ll find only on Royal Caribbean®. With this sky-diving simulator, you’ll experience the sheer thrill and exhilaration of flying, as the air machine keeps you afloat. Feel the wind in your hair, and the WOW of flying, all without ever having to leave the ship. accoMModation
ROYAL ExpERIENCE pARIS & BRUGES Anthem of the SeasSM 4-night cruise Stroll along the Seine in Paris, or amongst the charming canals of the fairytale city of Bruges. Back on ship, the scenery takes digital form in the impressive Two70° performance space, with fabulous lightshows and exciting live performances. Departure/return p O rt Southampton, UK Sailing tO Paris (Le Havre), France; Bruges (Zeebrugge), Belgium
Departure/return p O rt Southampton, UK Sailing tO Bruges (Zeebrugge), Belgium; Paris (Le Havre), France
See astonishing sculptures and majestic castles in Oslo, take a historic tram ride in Rotterdam, and sip café au lait on the Champs-Élysées in Paris. Outdoor entertainment continues onboard, with a fabulous open-air screen showing great movies.
ROYAL ExpERIENCE pARIS & BRUGES
2015 Date Oct 27 Prices based on 27 Oct 2015 sailing.
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Bilbao’s Guggenheim is an icon of modern architecture and design, as well as home to a world-class art collection. There’s innovation onboard, too, with North Star — a ‘London Eye-style’ glass pod suspended 300 feet above the sea for unforgettable views.
The stunning snow-capped mountains of Flåm will take your breath away, and you’ll be fascinated by the Viking ships of Ålesund’s Sunnmore Museum. Then blend the Nordic experience with a taste of the Mediterranean, by dining on classic Italian cuisine in Giovanni's Table, one of Adventure of the Seas®’ mouthwatering speciality restaurants. Departure/return p O rt Southampton, UK Sailing tO Kristiansand, Norway; Olden, Norway; Flåm, Norway; Ålesund, Norway; Stavanger, Norway 2015 Date May 26 Prices based on 26 May 2015 sailing.
2015 Date Jun 13 Prices based on 13 Jun 2015 sailing.
JEWELS OF THE BALTIC SEA Adventure of the Seas® 13-night cruise Explore cultural riches in Oslo and St Petersburg, and snap the famous Little Mermaid in Copenhagen. Then have a sauna in Helsink — or enjoy a wide range of treatments in our onboard Vitality Spa.
Departure/return p O rt Southampton, UK Sailing tO Oslo, Norway; Copenhagen, Denmark; Tallinn, Estonia; St Petersburg, Russia; Helsinki, Finland; Bruges (Zeebrugge), Belgium; Cherbourg, France 2015 Date Jun 29 Prices based on 29 Jun 2015 sailing.
Departure/return p O rt Southampton, UK Sailing tO Oslo, Norway; Rotterdam, Netherlands; Bruges (Zeebrugge), Belgium; Cherbourg, France; Paris (Le Havre), France
EUROpE Adventure of the Seas® 8-night cruise
Anthem of the SeasSM 3-night cruise
Departure/return p O rt Southampton, UK Sailing tO Gijon, Spain; Bilbao, Spain; Paris (Le Havre), France
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Bruges, Belgium Paris, France Gijon, Spain Oslo, Norway Ålesund, Norway Tallinn, Estonia Paris, France Flåm, Norway 0844 493 5000 local travel agent information, visit royalcaribbean.co.uk ONly FROM £399PP* cruiSE ONly FROM £449PP* cruiSE ONly FROM £849PP* cruiSE ONly FROM £599PP* cruiSE ONly FROM £649PP* cruiSE ONly FROM £1049PP*
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2015 Date May 15 Prices based on 15 May 2015 sailing.
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FRANCE & SpAIN Anthem of the SeasSM 7-night cruise
Explore the picturesque canals and cobbled streets of beautiful Bruges and the incomparable sights of Paris, the ‘City of Light’. The bright lights are just as impressive onboard, with the Music Hall playing host to the best in entertainment.
2015 Date S Apr 30; May 3; Aug 29; Oct 24 Prices based on 24 Oct 2015 sailing.
FJORNORWEGIANdS Adventure of the Seas® 8-night cruise
2015 Date S Jun 20; Jul 18; Aug 15; Sep 1 Prices based on Sep 2015 sailing.
Departure/return p O rt Southampton, UK Sailing tO Gibraltar, UK; Barcelona, Spain; Nice (Villefranche), France; Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy; Florence/Pisa (La Spezia), Italy; Provence (Marseilles), France; Málaga, Spain; Seville (Cadíz), Spain; Lisbon, Portugal 2015 Date May 6 Prices based on 6 May 2015 sailing.
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ITALIAN MEd AdVENTURE Adventure of the Seas® 14-night cruise
Departure/return p O rt Southampton, UK Sailing tO Gibraltar, UK; Cartagena, Spain; Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy; Florence/Pisa (La Spezia), Italy; Provence (Marseilles), France; Seville (Cadíz), Spain; Lisbon, Portugal; Vigo, Spain
Anthem of the SeasSM 14-night cruise
MEd CITIES OF dISTINCTION Anthem of the SeasSM 16-night cruise
MEd CITIES OF dISTINCTION Adventure of the Seas® 16-night cruise
Take in Gaudi’s architecture in Barcelona, the Colosseum in Rome and Pisa’s Leaning Tower. And just when you thought it couldn’t get any more exciting, try RipCord by iFly®, the ship’s thrilling sky-diving simulator.
Departure/return p O rt Southampton, UK Sailing tO Gibraltar, UK; Nice (Villefranche), France; Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy; Florence/Pisa (La Spezia), Italy; Provence (Toulon), France; Málaga, Spain; Lisbon, Portugal
Mingle with the jet setters in Nice and stroll through the delightful town of Toulon in sunny Provence. You’ll need to keep your strength up for all that activity — so indulge onboard, at the Cupcake Cupboard.
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Adventure of the Seas® 14-night cruise Explore Málaga’s historic old quarter, stretch out in the sun on the beaches of Nice, and catch a fiery flamenco performance in Seville. And just to contrast all that Mediterranean warmth, try ice-skating on our cool onboard rink.
ITALIAN MEd Anthem of the SeasSM 14-night cruise Meet the apes on the Rock of Gibraltar, then cross the border into Spain. Experience the splendours of Pisa or Florence, and see where gladiators fought to the death in Rome. Then battle it out yourself — on the ship’s own dodgems.
SpAIN & BEACHESMEd
Departure/return p O rt Southampton, UK Sailing tO Gibraltar, UK; Barcelona, Spain; Cannes, France; Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy; Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy; Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy; Málaga, Spain; Seville (Cadíz), Spain; Lisbon, Portugal 2015 Date Sep 2 Prices based on 2 Sep 2015 sailing. Málaga, Spain Palma de Mallorca, Spain Sardinia, italy rome, italy lisbon, Portugal Barcelona, Spain rome, italy Provence, France 493
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Departure/return p O rt Southampton, UK Sailing tO Gibraltar, UK; Málaga, Spain; Nice (Villefranche), France; Palma de Mallorca, Spain; Ibiza, Spain; Seville (Cadíz), Spain
2015 Date S Jul 12, Aug 9 Prices based on 12 Jul 2015 sailing.
Lose yourself in the street life of Barcelona’s La Rambla, go star-spotting in Cannes, sip a cappuccino in Rome or ride a vintage tram up and down the hills of Lisbon. Then get a round in, on Adventure of the Seas®’ mini golf course.
Departure/return p O rt Southampton, UK Sailing tO Gibraltar, UK; Málaga, Spain; Nice (Villefranche), Ajaccio, Corsica; France; Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy; Palma de Mallorca, Spain; Seville (Cadíz), Spain 2015 Date S Jun 3; Jul 26 Prices based on 3 Jun 2015 sailing.
2015 Date S Jul 4; Aug 1 Prices based on 4 Jul 2015 sailing.
Take a cable car ride up the Rock of Gibraltar, soak up the Mediterranean sun in Nice, and sample some tasty tapas at one of Seville’s vibrant bars. Then burn off any extra calories with a challenging climb on the Rock Wall.
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Sample deliciously fresh fish in Madeira, then climb a volcano to see the crater lakes in Ponta Delgada in the Azores. Discover one of the world’s great collections of modern art in Bilbao’s incredible Guggenheim Museum. If you still have the energy after all that, there’s a full-size basketball court onboard.
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CANARY ISLANdS AdVENTURE Adventure of the Seas® 10-night cruise
NORTH AFRICA & CANARIES Adventure of the Seas® 14-night cruise
Departure/return p O rt Southampton, UK Sailing tO Madeira (Funchal), Portugal; Tenerife, Canary Islands; Gran Canaria, Canary Islands; Lanzarote, Canary Islands; Vigo, Spain
Departure/return p O rt Southampton, UK Sailing tO Vigo, Spain; Agadir, Morocco; Lanzarote, Canary Islands; Gran Canaria, Canary Islands; Tenerife, Canary Islands; Madeira (Funchal), Portugal; Seville (Cadíz), Spain; Lisbon, Portugal 2015 Date Oct 2 Prices based on 2 Oct 2015 sailing.
Toboggan down a mountain in flowerfilled Madeira, sun yourself on the golden beaches of Tenerife and discover a wealth of culture and cuisine in the Galician city of Vigo. Back onboard, hang ten on our FlowRider® surf simulator.
SUNSHINE IN THE CANARIES Anthem of the SeasSM 13-night cruise
SUNSHINE IN THE CANARIES Anthem of the SeasSM 10-night cruise
Explore the cobbled streets of Vigo’s old city, sample Madeira’s delicious wine and discover the extraordinary lunar landscapes of Lanzarote. And as if all that wasn’t magical enough, the DreamWorks Experience awaits back onboard. Departure/return p O rt Southampton, UK Sailing tO Vigo, Spain; Madeira (Funchal), Portugal; Lanzarote, Canary Islands; Gran Canaria, Canary Islands; Tenerife, Canary Islands; Lisbon, Portugal; Bilbao, Spain 2015 Date S Sep 15, 28; Oct 11 Prices based on 11 Oct 2015 sailing. A similar 12-night sailing is available.
Take a scenic drive along Madeira’s stunning coastline, and enjoy the pictureperfect beaches of Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Lanzarote. Of course, you could always choose to curl up with a book in the onboard solarium.
MAdEIRA, AzORES & CANARIES Adventure of the Seas® 14-night cruise
NORTH AFRICA & CANARIES
Funchal, Madeira Tenerife, canary islands Gran canaria, canary slands cadíz, SpainPonta Delgada, Azores
Adventure of the Seas® Meet the aptly-named Adventure of the Seas®, a ship that’s packed with unique features to help make your holiday unforgettable. breath-taking entertainMent Dance to live music, enjoy brilliant stand-up comedy, or take in a West End-style show. Or watch the latest blockbuster as you relax in the pool.
Departure/return p O rt Southampton, UK Sailing tO Madeira (Funchal), Portugal; Tenerife, Canary Islands; Gran Canaria, Canary Islands; Lanzarote, Canary Islands; Vigo, Spain 2015 Date S Aug 23 Prices based on 23 Aug 2015 sailing.
2015 Date May 22 Prices based on 22 May 2015 sailing.
Absorb Morocco’s exotic sights and sounds in Agadir’s Grand Souk, and stroll past the pleasure boats at the marina. Lounge on spectacular beaches in Lanzarote, and pause for a pastry in a Lisbon pavement café. Back onboard, the sights and sounds continue with superb West End-style theatre.
Departure/return p O rt Southampton, UK Sailing tO Vigo, Spain; Lanzarote, Canary Islands; Tenerife, Canary Islands; Madeira (Funchal), Portugal; Ponta Delgada, Azores; Bilbao, Spain 2015 Date Sep 18 Prices based on 18 Sep 2015 sailing.
Mouth-Watering dining choices Including Giovanni’s Table, a familystyle Italian trattoria, and Johnny Rockets 1950s style diner. Or treat yourself to a tasty snack from the Cupcake Cupboard, where you can even join in the fun with a cupcake decorating class. thrilling activities Climb a Rock Wall that overlooks the sea, challenge yourself on the basketball court, ice-skating rink or mini-golf course, or simply enjoy some pampering in the Vitality Spa. lanzarote, canary slands new p O rt S O f call new p O rt S O f call call 0844 493 5000 | contact your local travel agent for more information, visit royalcaribbean.co.uk
WHAT’S INCLUdEd? &SCANdINAVIARUSSIA Brilliance of the Seas® 12-night cruise Discover the design capital Copenhagen and Tallinn’s medieval old town. Delve into St Petersburg’s rich cultural heritage, and take in the ballet in the evening. Peoplewatch in Helsinki, then watch more beautiful people onboard — in the Centrum’s stunning aerial acrobatic performances. Departure/return p O rt Harwich, UK Sailing tO Copenhagen, Denmark; Tallinn, Estonia; St Petersburg, Russia; Helsinki, Finland; Stockholm, Sweden; Visby, Sweden; 2015 Date S May 18, 30; Jun 11, 23; Jul 5, 17 Prices based on 30 May 2015 sailing. IN FACT, ALL THIS IS INCLUdEd IN THE HOLIdAY: ✔ All meals† ✔ Adventure Ocean® kids’ club ✔ FlowRider® ✔ The DreamWorks Experience ✔ Ice skating rink ✔ Theatre shows ✔ Mini golf course ✔ All-you-can-eat ice cream ✔ Rock wall ✔ Pools ✔ Ice spectaculars ✔ Whirlpools ✔ Nightclub ✔ Boxing ring ✔ Cinema/screening room ✔ Golf simulator ✔ Dance classes ✔ Running/jogging track ✔ Steam room ✔ Live music ✔ Comedy shows ✔ 24 hour snacks ✔ Gaming lessons ✔ Sports Court ✔ Sauna ✔ Fitness Centre ✔ Centrum ✔ In-line skating track ✔ Library ✔ Solarium ✔ Teen disco ✔ Viking Crown Lounge ✔ Room service** ✔ Parades ✔ H2O ZoneSM ✔ Table tennis ✔ Pool towels ✔ Cooking demonstrations ✔ Tea/filter coffee ✔ Karaoke ✔ Art Gallery ✔ Selected soft drinks St Petersburg, russia As soon as you step onboard, you will see just how wow-making our cruises are. And the really great news is that almost everything can be enjoyed at no extra cost. For instance, our state-of-the-art fitness centre, entertainment for adults and children, fantastic food, and so much more besides. included: dInIng included: FlOWRIdeR® included: ICe SHOWS included: SHOWS FJORdS & ICELANd Brilliance of the Seas® 12-night cruise See royalcaribbean.co.uk for details. Call 0844 493 5000 Visit royalcaribbean.co.uk Contact your local travel agent *Prices shown are per person and are based on two adults sharing an interior stateroom. Prices are in GBP Sterling and are inclusive of taxes but do not include gratuities. All itineraries, dates and pricing correct at the time of going to print but are subject to availability and change. Activities vary by ship. †Main dining and Windjammer Café included — a supplementary fee is charged at other dining venues. **There is a small charge for this service after midnight. For full booking terms and conditions, please visit royalcaribbean.co.uk or contact your local travel agent. cruiSE ONly FROM £1159PP*
