Royal Caribbean
 

Splendour of the Seas from Royal Caribbean International

Sails From: Barcelona, São Paulo, Venice

Sails to: Europe, Greece/Greek Isles, Italy, Mediterranean, Spain, Turkey

You'll love the views on Splendour of the Seas®, as you take in the scenery through thousands of windows that immerse you in historic towns and incredible mountainside beaches. Have a dip in the sun-drenched indoor/outdoor pool at the Solarium, try your hand at mini golf and rock climbing, or be pampered at the VitalitySM Spa. There's even more to love onboard, with the addition of guest favorites, including Chops Grille, a reinvented Centrum experience, a poolside movie screen, and a nursery for the littlest cruisers.

Images are representative of facilities onboard. Actual configurations and interiors may vary.

 
 
Quick Statistics:
Year Built: 1996
Year Refurbished: 2006
Year Entered Present Fleet: 1996
Previous Name: N/A
Country of Registry: Bahamas
Tonnage (GRT): 69,130
Guests (Lowers): 1,804
Total Guests: 2,074
Passenger Decks: 11
Number of Crew: 720
Officers' Nationality: Norwegian
Cruise/Hotel Staff Nationality: International
Quick Statistics:
Total Rooms (all categories): 902
Suites: 75
Balconies: 157
Ocean/River View: 343
Interior: 327
Accessible: 17
 

Shipboard Policies

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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).

Public Rooms

  • Internet Café
  • Bar(s)/Lounge(s)
  • Conference Center
  • Library
  • Multi-Level Atrium
  • Show Lounge
  • Casino
  • Disco
  • Card Room
  • Game Arcade

Stateroom Amenities

  • Showers and/or Bath Tubs
  • Sitting Area
  • Suites
  • Television / Radio
  • In-Stateroom Movies
  • Private Safe
  • Direct Dial Phone
  • Hair Dryer
  • Minibar and/or Refrigerator

Entertainment

  • Classes and Workshops
  • Live Bands
  • Art Auctions

Dining

  • Traditional Assigned Seating
  • Dining Style: Flexible Dining Options
  • Alternative Specialty Restaurant(s)
  • 24-hour Room Service
  • Café/Coffee Bar
  • Dining Style: Formal Nights and Casual Evenings

Other Facilities

  • 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

Sports, Health and Fitness

  • 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

Children and Teens

  • Youth Programs
  • Dedicated Children's Center
  • Outdoor Children's Play Area
  • Dedicated Teen Center
  • Teen Programs
  • Children's Pool
  • Youth Counselor Staff
  • Babysitters Available
Sail Date Departs Destination Price From  
Sat 5/25/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $499
Sat 6/1/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles Cruise $1,929
Sat 6/8/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $549
Sat 6/15/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles Cruise $1,119
Sat 6/22/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $699
Sat 6/29/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Croatia Cruise $1,049
Sat 7/6/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $1,049
Sat 7/13/2013 Venice 6-night Greece & Croatia Cruise $549
Fri 7/19/2013 Venice 8-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $1,299
Sat 7/27/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Croatia Cruise $899
Sat 8/3/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $1,099
Sat 8/10/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Croatia Cruise $1,049
Sat 8/17/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $649
Sat 8/24/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Croatia Cruise $949
Sat 8/31/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $699
Sat 9/7/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles Cruise $859
Sat 9/14/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $549
Sat 9/21/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles Cruise $1,239
Sat 9/28/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $569
Sat 10/5/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles Cruise $739
Sat 10/12/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $499
Sat 10/19/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles Cruise $749
Sat 10/26/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $549
Sat 11/2/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles Cruise $499
Sat 11/9/2013 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $559
Sat 11/16/2013 Venice 7-night Western Mediterranean Cruise $499
Sat 11/23/2013 Barcelona 15-night Westbound Transatlantic Cruise $1,309
Sun 12/8/2013 São Paulo 5-night Brazil Cruise $559
Fri 12/13/2013 São Paulo 3-night Brazil Cruise $CALL
Fri 12/13/2013 São Paulo 3-night Brazil Cruise $564
Mon 12/16/2013 São Paulo 5-night Brazil Cruise $599
Sat 12/21/2013 São Paulo 7-night Brazil Christmas Cruise $1,059
Sat 12/28/2013 São Paulo 8-night Brazil New Years Eve Cruise $2,394
Sun 1/5/2014 São Paulo 7-night Argentina & Uruguay Cruise $869
Sun 1/12/2014 São Paulo 7-night Northeast Brazil Cruise $799
Sun 1/19/2014 São Paulo 7-night Argentina & Uruguay Cruise $719
Sun 1/26/2014 São Paulo 7-night Argentina & Uruguay Cruise $819
Sun 2/2/2014 São Paulo 7-night Argentina & Uruguay Cruise $819
Sun 2/9/2014 São Paulo 7-night Argentina & Uruguay Cruise $819
Sun 2/16/2014 São Paulo 7-night Northeast Brazil Cruise $799
Sun 2/23/2014 São Paulo 7-night Argentina & Uruguay Cruise $719
Sun 3/2/2014 São Paulo 7-night Argentina & Uruguay Cruise $1,119
Sun 3/9/2014 São Paulo 7-night Argentina & Uruguay Cruise $719
Sun 3/16/2014 São Paulo 7-night Argentina & Uruguay Cruise $719
Sun 3/23/2014 São Paulo 5-night Brazil Cruise $499
Fri 3/28/2014 São Paulo 3-night Brazil Cruise $464
Mon 3/31/2014 São Paulo 4-night Brazil Cruise $CALL
Fri 4/4/2014 São Paulo 7-night Argentina & Uruguay Cruise $749
Fri 4/11/2014 São Paulo 3-night Brazil Cruise $CALL
Mon 4/14/2014 São Paulo 4-night Brazil Cruise $414
Fri 4/18/2014 São Paulo 7-night Argentina & Uruguay Cruise $749
Fri 4/25/2014 São Paulo 14-night Eastbound Transatlantic Cruise $799
Fri 5/9/2014 Barcelona 8-night Barcelona To Venice Cruise $899
Sat 5/17/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles Cruise $849
Sat 5/24/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $849
Sat 5/31/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles Cruise $849
Sat 6/7/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $899
Sat 6/14/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles Cruise $899
Sat 6/21/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $949
Sat 6/28/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles Cruise $949
Sat 7/5/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $949
Sat 7/12/2014 Venice 6-night Greece & Adriatic Cruise $699
Fri 7/18/2014 Venice 8-night Greece & Turkey Cruise $1,099
Sat 7/26/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles Cruise $1,099
Sat 8/2/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $1,149
Sat 8/9/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles Cruise $1,149
Sat 8/16/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $1,099
Sat 8/23/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles Cruise $1,049
Sat 8/30/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $949
Sat 9/6/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles Cruise $849
Sat 9/13/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $849
Sat 9/20/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles Cruise $799
Sat 9/27/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $799
Sat 10/4/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles Cruise $749
Sat 10/11/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $749
Sat 10/18/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles Cruise $699
Sat 10/25/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $699
Sat 11/1/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles Cruise $649
Sat 11/8/2014 Venice 7-night Greek Isles & Turkey Cruise $649
Sat 11/15/2014 Venice 7-night Western Mediterranean Cruise $649
Sat 11/22/2014 Barcelona 15-night Westbound Transatlantic Cruise $799

 
Deckplan Overview Please click on appropriate deck below for more information.

Information provided within these pages has been updated as of May 2013. 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.

 

Dining

  • 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.
     

Entertainment

  • 42nd Street 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.
     
  • 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.
     

Other Areas of the Ship

  • 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.
     

Youth Facilities

  • 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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