Royal Caribbean International will outdo itself again when it launches MV Harmony of the Seas in April 2016 which shall officially become the world’s largest cruise ship.
MV Harmony of the Seas is the third iteration of the Oasis-class cruise ship that was pioneered by Royal Caribbean almost a decade ago. The ship is currently under construction in a shipyard in France, notes MSN Travel from an AFP report.
The Oasis-class ships are innovations of Royal Caribbean and the current largest cruise ship in the world is the MV Allure of the Seas, the second iteration of Oasis-class.
MV Harmony of the Seas will weigh 2,418 gross tons and will be 2.15 meters longer and 5.5 meters wider than sister ship and current title holder, the MV Allure of the Seas.
Launched on November 20, 2009, the MV Allure of the Seas has an LOA (length overall) of 362 meters and a width of 60.5 meters. The cruise ship made its maiden voyage on December 1, 2010 and as of July 2012, it has a total crew complement of 2,384.
Philosophy of innovation and imagination
The MV Harmony of the Seas will maintain Royal Caribbean’s award-winning cruise line philosophy of innovation and imagination with the intention of providing only the most unique vacation adventure to its guests, notes Broadway World.
Michael Bayley, President and CEO of Royal Caribbean International, said that the company is the middle of ushering exciting new concepts and innovations meant to strike the perfect chord for the most adventurous vacationers.
He added that the MV Harmony of the Seas will have new features that were not found on the MV Allure of the Seas including seven district neighbourhoods, three multi-story waterslides, a Central Park located 10 decks below, a slide that will feature a champagne bowl that swirls guest around until they reach the end of the ride, among other amazing amenities and innovative activities at sea.
More to offer
Initial reports also indicate that the upcoming world’s largest cruise ship will have a twin FlowRider surf simulators, cantilevered whirlpool, an ice skating rink, a Royal Promenade, and an interior boulevard that will be filled with restaurants, bar lounges, and boutiques.
Like her sistership, MV Harmony of the Seas shall also offer the fastest internet connection so guests can stay connected even when they are in the middle of the sea.
Richard D. Fain, Chairman and CEO of Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., said that the company intends to offer the most exciting experience at sea with MV Harmony of the Seas.
He said that Royal Caribbean has already shattered preconceived notions of what cruising can be with the launch of its Oasis class ships and the upcoming largest cruise ship in the world will only add to the company’s excellent reputation when it comes to cruise innovation. He added that the objective is not just to delight every cruiser that comes onboard its ship but more importantly, give them the memorable experience that they will cherish for all of their lifetime.