Rhapsody of the Seas from Royal Caribbean International
Sails From: Oahu, Seattle, Sydney, Vancouver, B.C.
Sails to: Alaska, Australia, Australia/New Zealand, Hawaii, South Pacific
From the snow-capped mountain coasts of Alaska to skyline views of Sydney, Australia, Rhapsody of the Seas® delivers an unforgettable cruise experience, no matter the hemisphere. Get out to sea and relax away the stress of life on land – at the VitalitySM Spa or glass-canopied Solarium adults-only pool. This is a ship built for adventure, too, with rock climbing, the Casino Royale®, and entertainment including shows, live music, and bars and lounges that never have a cover.
Images are representative of facilities onboard. Actual configurations and interiors may vary.
- Internet Access
There is wireless internet access in selected areas onboard. Wi-Fi service provides internet access 24 hours a day through guests' own Internet Service Provider. The service is available fleetwide at a nominal charge. More information available onboard. - Medical Emergencies
Should a guest become sick or injured while onboard, they should visit the medical facility immediately. The doctor will diagnose the illness/injury and advise accordingly. - Pregnancy Policy
Royal Caribbean International cannot accept guests who will have entered their 24th week of pregnancy by the beginning of, or at any time during the cruise or cruisetour. A physician's "Fit to Travel" note is required prior to sailing, stating how far along (in weeks) the pregnancy will be at the beginning of the cruise and confirming that the guest is in good health and not experiencing a high-risk pregnancy. The "Fit to Travel" note should be faxed to the Access Department at 1-954-628-9622. Guests should contact Royal Caribbean at 1-866-592-7225 or at special_needs@rccl.com if they have already booked a cruise or cruisetour and do not meet this requirement. - Smoking Policy
For the comfort and enjoyment of all guests, Royal Caribbean ships are designated as non-smoking. However, there are certain public and private areas where smoking is allowed.Smoking in public areas is only permitted in designated smoking sections, which vary by ship. Generally, smoking is permitted outdoors on only one side of the ship, and on all private oceanfront balconies, including Loft Suite balconies. To assist in locating areas where smoking is permitted,you will find visible signage posted within all smoking areas and ashtrays that are provided for your use.
For safety reasons smoking is NOT permitted inside any stateroom or on private balconies that overlook The Boardwalk or Central Park. Smoking is NOT permitted in any dining venues, food outlet, theater, hallway, corridor, Central Park, The Boardwalk or the Jogging Track.
Pipe or cigar smoking is only permitted within the Cigar Lounge on applicable ships.
- Special Dietary Needs - Advance Notice Required
Royal Caribbean will make every effort to accommodate guests' dietary requirements whenever possible. They can accommodate dietary needs such as:- Food allergies
- Gluten-free
- Kosher
- Low-fat
- Low-sodium
Vegetarian Meals (including Indian-style vegetarian) are available on all menus in the Dining Room and Windjammer Cafe every day. Guests do not need to make a special request for these meals.
Lactose-free/soy milk, Ensure, and kosher meals are available at no extra charge. Guests will need to notify RCCL at least 45 days prior to sailing (90 days for European/South American Itineraries).
Kosher for Passover meal requests MUST be received 90 days in advance in order to be accommodated.
Guests should contact their travel agent and request that special meal requests be noted in their reservation details. Special meal requests that are received less than 45 days prior to sailing (90 days for European/South American itineraries) are dependent on the ship's product availability. Royal Caribbean will try to accommodate requests to the best of their ability.
Please note: Baby food is available via the Gifts and Gear page via the Babies To Go program and infant formula is not provided on board.
Guests may not bring on board any food items other than baby food and/or dry, nonperishable snack items (cookies, crackers, chips, energy bars, etc).
- Wheelchair Access & Special Needs
While guests are not required to provide information about the extent of their disability, the more information they can share with Royal Caribbean about specific needs, they better they will be able to accommodate those needs.Guests are encouraged to notify Royal Caribbean of special needs at the time of booking, in order to guarantee availability of specific equipment or services. Please provide:
- 60 days advance notice if you need sign language interpreting services during your cruise.
- 30 days advance notice if you need special equipment or services (see list below) to accommodate your disability during the cruise.
- If Royal Caribbean does not receive enough advance notice, they will make reasonable efforts to provide requested equipment and/or services within the timeframe allotted.
Guests must provide 72 hours advance notice if they are traveling with a group of 10 or more passengers with disabilities.
Equipment and Services Requiring Advance Notice:
- 60 days prior to sailing
- Sign language interpreting services
- 30 days prior to sailing
- Raised toilet seat
- Commode chair
- Shower stool
- Transfer bench
- Service animal relief area
- Large print materials
- TTY
- Visual-tactile alert system
- Assistive listening device
- Medical refrigerator
- Sharp's container
- Distilled water
- Extension cord
- Oxygen supply delivery
- Dialysis supply delivery
- Conference Center
- Library
- Multi-Level Atrium
- Internet Café
- Bar(s)/Lounge(s)
- Show Lounge
- Casino
- Disco
- Card Room
- Game Arcade
- Television / Radio
- In-Stateroom Movies
- Private Safe
- Direct Dial Phone
- Hair Dryer
- Minibar and/or Refrigerator
- Showers and/or Bath Tubs
- Sitting Area
- Suites
- Classes and Workshops
- Live Bands
- Art Auctions
- Traditional Assigned Seating
- Dining Style: Flexible Dining Options
- Alternative Specialty Restaurant(s)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Dining Style: Formal Nights and Casual Evenings
- Elevators
- ATM
- Beauty Salon
- Duty-free Shops
- Photo Processing Shop
- Concierge Desk
- Infirmary / Medical Center
Each Royal Caribbean is equipped with a medical facility. At least one licensed physician and two nurses are normally in attendance on all Royal Caribbean cruises. Guests will be charged for medical services and medications are available onboard for a fee. The types of medications kept onboard are limited and guests must bring an adequate supply of any specific medications they need. Royal Caribbean is not responsible for the diagnosis, treatment or services furnished by shipboard medical personnel. - Dry Cleaning/Laundry
- Business Services
- Outdoor Swiming Pool(s)
- Full Service Spa
- Sauna
- Steam Room
- Whirlpool(s)
- Fitness Instruction and/or Group Fitness Classes
- Weight Machines
- Free Weights
- Cardio Equipment
- Jogging Track
- Shuffleboard
- Ping Pong
- Rock-Climbing Wall
- Fitness Center
- Volleyball
- Youth Programs
- Dedicated Children's Center
- Outdoor Children's Play Area
- Dedicated Teen Center
- Teen Programs
- Children's Pool
- Youth Counselor Staff
- Babysitters Available
Please click on appropriate deck below for more information.
+Indicates deckplans for sailings starting May 24, 2013.
Information provided within these pages has been updated as of December 2012. While we do our best to ensure that stateroom descriptions and deckplans appearing in this website are complete and accurate, we cannot be responsible for inaccurate representations, which may or may not be under our control. Please reconfirm stateroom accommodations and deck placement prior to booking.
- Main Dining Room
The elegant dining room features world-class food and décor, with mouthwatering cuisine, an attentive waitstaff and dining options to suit your every need. You'll choose from a variety of options for each course, from appetizers to entrees to heavenly desserts. - Windjammer
This seaside café offers buffet-style breakfasts and lunches. In the evenings, the café’s casual atmosphere is complemented by a changing menu and restaurant-style service.
- Broadway Melodies Theater
The two-tier theatre features nightly entertainment, including contemporary musical stage productions that rival the best of Broadway. - Schooner Bar
This signature, nautically-themed bar can be found on all Royal Caribbean ships. It's the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a drink with friends. - Champagne Bar
Celebrate a hole-in-one, a new stamp in your passport or just another day in paradise. This quiet and elegant bar is the perfect place to enjoy a glass of champagne or a sip of fine wine. - Viking Crown Lounge®
You'll feel like you're on top of the world in the Viking Crown Lounge. Perched high above the ocean, this comfortable lounge offers spectacular vistas by day and turns into a lively dance club at night. - Casino Royale
The glittering casino features electronic slot machines, video poker, blackjack, craps roulette and Caribbean stud poker.
- Day Spa
Indulgence begins right here. From the moment you enter the luxurious spa, your personal needs and preferences will become the centerpiece, and your treatment will be designed to ensure the most enjoyable and beneficial result. - ShipShape Fitness Center
The shipboard fitness center has all the equipment and facilities that major sports clubs do: weight machines, free weights, stationary spin bikes, stair steppers, treadmills, sauna, whirlpool, steam room, and thermal suites. Plus a sweeping ocean view that extends for miles. - Rock Climbing Wall
Royal Caribbean's signature rock-climbing walls are the most popular feature and are available on all their cruise ships. Whether it's your first time on a rock wall or you're a seasoned climber, there are challenges for all levels of experience. - Solarium
Enjoy a refreshing dip in this adults-only indoor/outdoor pool or sip a cocktail in the relaxing lounge area. The entire area can be covered during inclement weather with a huge glass roof called the Crystal canopy.
- Royal Babies (6-18 months)
Set aside some special family time onboard and join in the fun of our Royal Babies interactive classes held in one of the onboard lounges. These enriching activities have been developed by early childhood experts at Fisher-Price and are hosted by trained youth staff.Note: a parent or caregiver MUST accompany children 6 to 36 months of age during all activity sessions.
- Royal Tots (18-36 months)
Join your child in the fun of Royal Tots, interactive playgroup sessions developed by early childhood experts at Fisher-Price. Each 45-minute session, held in one of the onboard lounges, offers activities that expose children to new experiences and teach you how to make playtime learning time as well. Plus, your little one will be all smiles and giggles as they make new discoveries, sing, sway and play with great toys they're sure to love.Note: a parent or caregiver MUST accompany children 6 to 36 months of age during all playgroup sessions.
- Aquanauts (3-5 years)
Your Aquanauts' time onboard will not only be fun, it will be educational too! They'll get to learn about local customs, do cool science experiments and make great new friends. To participate, children must be fully potty-trained* and 3 years of age as of the first day of the cruise. You can rest assured your little ones are in good hands - every member of the Adventure Ocean® youth staff holds a college degree in education, recreation or a related field and has experience working with children ages 3-17.Note: no diapers or pull-ups, please.
- Explorers (6-8 years)
One thing you won't have to worry about during your cruise adventure is a bored Explorer! All kinds of exciting activities await your 6-to-8-year-olds, like hands-on science experiments, scavenger hunts, theater games, and more. You can feel confident leaving your children with the Adventure Ocean staff because every member holds a college degree in education, recreation or a related field and has experience working with children ages 3-17. - Voyagers (9-11 years)
The Voyagers program is all about kids having a great time, learning new things and making new friends from all over the world. And you can be confident that your children are in very capable hands - every member of the Adventure Ocean staff holds a college degree in education, recreation or a related field and has experience working with kids ages 3-17. - Young Teens (12-14 years)
The best thing about the Teen program is that it's not structured. Guests 12- to 14-years-old guests can come join activities and games when they want to, or just chill with friends in the teen-only lounge. And parents don't have to worry, because every member of the teen staff holds a college degree in education, recreation or a related field and has experience working with youth ages 3-17.Activities include:
- Theme nights
- Improv games
- Surf sessions on the FlowRider® wave pool
- Scratch DJ Academy
- Mocktail competition
- Dodgeball
- Open Mic and Talent Show
- Ice-skating
- Teen BBQ
- Dive-In Movie and pool party
- Unplugged jam sessions
- Teens (15-17 years)
The teen program isn't some structured set of classes or rules. Teens have the freedom to choose their activities. They can join events all day, or come and go as they please. There are great laid-back hangouts where they can just chill with new friends. Or dance, listen to music and hang out at the Teens-only disco.Activities include:
- Theme nights
- Battle of the Sexes
- Surf sessions on the FlowRider® wave pool
- Scratch DJ Academy
- Dodgeball
- Teen Casino
- Open Mic night
- Ice-skating
- Dive-In Movie and pool party
- Unplugged jam sessions
- Karaoke
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