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The Newest Royal Caribbean Ships

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Royal Caribbean's highly anticipated Icon of the Seas is set to debut in 2024.

The world's biggest and most ambitious cruise lines never stop building out their fleet of ships, and Royal Caribbean International is no exception. The Florida-based cruise line currently boasts 28 incredible vessels for cruisers of all ages, including the four newest ships that have been added to the fleet since 2021. An even newer ship, Star of the Seas, is also being constructed with a planned launch date during the summer of 2025.

If you're interested in trying out one of the most over-the-top cruise ships sailing the world today, consider Royal Caribbean's newest vessels from the last few years. Read on to learn about the brand-new Icon of the Seas, the jaw-dropping action offered on the Wonder of the Seas, the Utopia of the Seas and the Odyssey of the Seas and all the amenities and unique experiences they have to offer.

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Icon of the Seas

Scheduled to set sail in early 2024, the Icon of the Seas is one of the most celebrated and anticipated new cruise ships across all the major cruise lines. This Icon Class vessel was built to dazzle and entertain cruise passengers of all ages, and it features eight unique neighborhoods, seven pools and the largest waterpark at sea.

In total, Icon of the Seas offers 2,805 individual staterooms with space for 7,600 guests at maximum and 2,350 crew members. The vessel is 1,198 feet long with gross tonnage of 250,800.

• Sails to: The Icon of the Seas will offer alternating seven-night sailings between the Eastern and Western Caribbean. The vessel's Western Caribbean itinerary includes stops at Costa Maya and Cozumel in Mexico, Roatan in Honduras and Perfect Day at CocoCay in the Bahamas . The alternative itinerary also stops at the cruise line's private island , as well as Basseterre in St. Kitts and Nevis and Charlotte Amelie in St. Thomas. All itineraries will depart from Miami .
• Cabin types: Cabins on the Icon of the Seas are spread across eight unique neighborhoods with their own themes and amenities. Cruisers will find the basic interior, ocean view and balcony staterooms they would expect. The ship also features 179 suites that vary in size and in terms of their features, with some really spacious and over-the-top options. For example, the vessel's Ultimate Family Townhouse (UL) is more than 1,700 square feet with three stories, a multi-level slide, an outdoor space with a ping pong table and more.
• Dining options: Icon of the Seas offers 11 included dining options plus room service that's available 24/7. There are also nine unique specialty restaurants on board, including options like Izumi Hibachi and Sushi, the Empire Supper Club and Chops Grille Steakhouse. A Starbucks is also available.
• Features: The Icon of the Seas boasts the largest cruise ship pool at sea, as well as seven pools and nine whirlpools in total. There are also six record-breaking waterslides located in what Royal Caribbean says is the largest waterpark at sea. Nightlife and entertainment options run the gamut from the ship's dueling piano bar to its jazz and blues club to its AquaTheater with mesmerizing shows that feature incredible diving feats and acrobatics.

Read: The Top Party Cruises

Utopia of the Seas

Royal Caribbean's Utopia of the Seas is another vessel that is set to debut in 2024 with sailings from Port Canaveral, Florida. This Oasis Class ship will offer up a total of 2,834 guest rooms and is 1,188 feet in length and 236,860 gross tons in size.

The ship has space for 5,668 passengers at double occupancy and eight different neighborhoods with cabins for guests. Interestingly, this huge ship will not offer seven-night sailings throughout the Caribbean and will instead focus on offering three-night and four-night itineraries, at least at first.

• Sails to: The all-new Utopia of the Seas will offer shorter sailings to the Bahamas. The ship's three-night sailings will stop only at the cruise line's private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay, whereas four-night sailings from Port Canaveral stop at the cruise line's private island and at Nassau, Bahamas.
• Cabin types: The Utopia of the Seas has interior rooms, ocean view rooms and balcony rooms just like other ships. Upgraded room options also abound and include a range of luxury suites at sea. For example, you can book the iconic Ultimate Family Suite, a Solarium Suite with Wraparound Windows, a Royal Loft Suite and more.
• Dining options: There are 10 different included dining experiences on the Utopia of the Seas, with room service also offered 24 hours a day. These include a Main Dining Room experience, several cafe options, a pizzeria, a coastal kitchen with California and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine and more. In addition, there are 10 different specialty restaurants that can also be booked on the Utopia of the Seas, and a Starbucks is on board. Special dining experiences include a hibachi and sushi restaurant, a seafood restaurant, a Chef's Table experience for up to 16 diners at a time, a Johnny Rockets and more.
• Features: Utopia of the Seas has everything you would expect in a new Oasis Class ship from Royal Caribbean. For example, passengers will find five huge pools, eight hot tubs, three water slides, 23 different bars and two on-board casinos. Other features include an ice-skating rink, two rock climbing walls, a zip line, a basketball court, two FlowRider Surf simulators and of course the line's famous AquaTheater. Like other Royal Caribbean ships, Utopia of the Seas also features special spaces for kids and teens, including dedicated clubs, an Imagination Studio and an on-board arcade.

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Wonder of the Seas

Sailing the friendly seas since March 2022, the Wonder of the Seas boasts more individual rooms and suites than Icon of the Seas. The Oasis-class ship features 2,867 staterooms with a total guest capacity of 7,084. There are also eight unique neighborhoods for cruisers to choose from, each with its own decor and flair.

This Royal Caribbean vessel is also huge at 1,188 feet long and 235,600 gross tons. A total of 2,204 crew members run the ship and assist guests.

• Sails to: Wonder of the Seas is currently sailing from Port Canaveral, Florida and offers seven-night Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries. The Eastern itinerary includes stops in Charlotte Amelie, St. Thomas and Phillipsburg, St. Maarten as well as Perfect Day at CocoCay. Meanwhile, the Western loop stops at the cruise line's private island as well as Cozumel and Costa Maya in Mexico and Roatan, Honduras.
• Cabin types: Wonder of the Seas also offers all the normal cabin types you would expect, including interior rooms, sea view rooms and balcony staterooms. There are also over-the-top suites to choose from, including an Ultimate Family Suite, a Royal Suite, an Owner's Suite and more.
• Dining options: Nine complimentary dining options are included on the Wonder of the Seas, with a main dining room, a buffet option and plenty of other eateries available to grab a bite to eat. There are also 11 unique specialty restaurants on board, including a steakhouse and a seafood restaurant, a Johnny Rockets, a sushi and hibachi restaurant and Giovanni's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar. For coffee lovers, a Starbucks is also on board.
• Features: The Wonder of the Seas has its own Central Park, along with 11 different bars, as well as special kids and teens-only areas like a social club and an arcade. Other notable features include the vessel's AquaTheater, rock-climbing walls, whirlpools, laser tag and more. There are also 19 swimming pools, an ice rink and a casino on the Wonder of the Seas.

Read: The Top Cruises for Teens

Odyssey of the Seas

Royal Caribbean's Odyssey of the Seas is a Quantum Ultra Class cruise ship that's smaller than the other newest vessels from the line. The impressive ship completed its first sailing in 2021 when it became the first ship of its class to sail from the United States. Odyssey of the Seas currently departs from Fort Lauderdale, Florida and other ports and offers a range of six-night and seven-night sailings throughout the Caribbean in the coming months.

Up to 4,198 guests can sail on the Odyssey of the Seas with double occupancy, and 1,612 crew members are on board to tend to their every need. The ship is approximately 1,138 feet long and is 167,704 gross tons.

• Sails to: Odyssey of the Seas will depart from various ports in the United States and elsewhere in the world in the coming years. For example, there are upcoming six-night sailings from Fort Lauderdale that include stops in Labadee, Haiti and Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic in addition to Perfect Day at CocoCay. The vessel will complete a 14-day transatlantic cruise in April and May of 2024, which begins in Fort Lauderdale and ends in Rome, Italy. From there, the vessel will offer Greek Islands cruises from Rome before moving back to Cape Liberty (New York), New Jersey in the fall of 2024. At that point, itineraries will include stops in Port Canaveral, Florida, Nassau in the Bahamas and Perfect Day at CocoCay.
• Cabin types: Odyssey of the Seas offers interior staterooms, ocean view rooms and balcony staterooms. Guests can also book interior rooms with a virtual balcony that boasts a floor-to-ceiling virtual view of the outdoors. Over-the-top suites available on the Odyssey include an Owner's Loft Suite, a Royal Loft Suite, a Grand Loft Suite and more.
• Dining options: As a smaller vessel with considerably fewer passengers than Royal Caribbean's Oasis Class and Icon Class ships, Odyssey of the Seas has fewer dining options overall. Guests can dine at seven included eateries including a main dining room, a bistro, a cafe and the main ship buffet. There are also seven specialty restaurants and experiences on board including the Chef's Table, a Chops Grille and a sushi and hibachi restaurant. Like other newer ships from Royal Caribbean, the Odyssey also has its own Starbucks.
• Features: The Odyssey has eight dedicated bars and lounges on board, bumper cars, laser tag, a rock-climbing wall, an outdoor movie screen and a casino, along with kid and teen features like an arcade, a kids' splash area and a social club. A FlowRider surf simulator is on board, as well as a sky diving simulator. Note that the Odyssey of the Seas doesn't have an AquaTheater like Oasis Class ships.

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Look Out for Star of the Seas

Royal Caribbean is already offering limited information about its newest ship, the Star of the Seas. This vessel will also be an Icon Class ship like the Icon of the Seas, meaning it will be big and beautiful with all the bells and whistles.

The Star of the Seas is scheduled to debut in 2025.

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Holly Johnson is a travel expert and content creator who has covered cruises and other family travel for more than a decade. She has cruised dozens of times with most of the major cruise lines and has ventured on itineraries throughout the Caribbean, Europe and the Middle East. Johnson used her personal experience and research expertise to write this article, along with information provided by Royal Caribbean.

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Royal Caribbean food: The ultimate cruise guide to restaurants and dining on board

C ruise food and cruise fun go hand-in-hand. Gone are the days when your only food choices were a main dining room and a buffet venue. Royal Caribbean ships are loaded with options — some that are included in your cruise fare and some that cost extra. From the largest ship in the fleet to the smallest, the choices are mind-blowing — especially for new-to-Royal cruisers.

But even if you've sailed with Royal Caribbean in the past, you need a food guide to keep up with what's available on which ship. Sometimes, you want to repeat a dining experience you had on a previous cruise. Other times, you'd prefer to try a new eatery. Knowing which food choices a ship has might impact which ship you pick.

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Good examples are the Italian restaurants across the fleet. Do you know the difference between Giovanni's Table and Giovanni's Kitchen? How do the Jamie's Italian restaurants stack up to either of the Giovanni's? And do you know which ship is the only one in the fleet without an Italian restaurant? (Answer: Enchantment of the Seas.) I don't know about you, but I've gotta get my pasta fix when I cruise.

Then there are Royal Caribbean's food secrets. Okay, maybe they aren't actual secrets, but there are things to eat on board that aren't highly publicized. You need to be in the know to seek them out.

Let's start with a list of all the places you can snag a bite, and which ships they are found on. After that, I'll run through some of the most frequently asked questions about Royal Caribbean food.

150 Central Park

Fixed price; dinner

150 Central Park serves six-course dinners featuring meat, seafood and vegetarian dishes accompanied by produce that is "locally sourced" and harvested at peak flavor. Menu examples include beef tenderloin, halibut, venison and cauliflower steak. The location in the Central Park neighborhood , surrounded by live plants, adds an ambience not found on most cruise ships.

Available on: Allure , Harmony, Oasis, Symphony, Utopia, Wonder of the Seas

Aquadome Market

Included; all-day dining

Icon of the Seas introduces a five-station food hall serving five types of mac and cheese, Asian and Mediterranean bowls, salads and sandwiches and custom crepes. It's located adjacent to the AquaDome, and its long hours means you can grab a bite before or after an acrobatic AquaTheater show.

Available on: Icon of the Seas

Included and a la carte options; all-day dining

Basecamp is a fast-casual snackery within the Thrill Island neighborhood. Things like hot dogs and warm pretzels are complimentary, while comfort food options like burgers, cheese curds and chicken waffle bites cost extra. Covered outdoor seating is available.

Boardwalk Donuts

Included; snacks

Freshly topped and decorated doughnuts line the glass cases at this one-of-a-kind restaurant. It makes a fun spot to snag an early morning pre-breakfast bite.

Available on: Allure of the Seas

Cafe @Two70

Just outside the entrance to the Two70 entertainment space, this eatery often goes unnoticed by many cruisers. It's an ideal spot to grab a sandwich or a bowl of the day's soup. Breakfast goodies include pastries and even burritos — perfect before you dash out on your day's adventures.

Available on: Anthem, Odyssey , Ovation, Quantum, Spectrum of the Seas

Related: The ultimate guide to Royal Caribbean cruise ships and itineraries

Cafe Latte-tudes

Included and a la carte; snacks

This is the in-house specialty coffee hot spot on the line's smaller ships. Coffee drinks cost extra but are included in beverage packages; cookies, bite-sized pastries and even sandwiches are complimentary. Some ships also have a nearby ice cream parlor with scoops and cones available for purchase.

Available on: Brilliance, Enchantment, Grandeur , Jewel, Radiance, Rhapsody, Serenade, Vision of the Seas

Cafe Promenade

Similar to Cafe Latte-tudes, Cafe Promenade is exactly what it sounds like — a coffee counter with grab-and-go snacks. Specialty coffees and teas cost extra, and most snacks are complimentary, though a few fancier options are extra-fee. Some ships also have a drink station nearby serving the usual array of complimentary hot and cold beverages like tea, lemonade and drip coffee.

Available on: Adventure, Allure, Anthem, Explorer, Freedom, Harmony, Independence , Liberty, Mariner, Navigator, Oasis, Odyssey, Ovation, Quantum, Symphony, Utopia, Voyager, Wonder of the Seas

Celebration Table

Want to host your own dinner party onboard? Reserve this private dining room for 12 and enjoy a catered meal featuring a fixed-price menu of American, Italian, Asian or seafood dishes. It's located inside Hooked Seafood in the AquaDome neighborhood.

Chef's Table

Most ships in the fleet offer a Chef's Table experience on select nights of select sailings. Reservations are required for a private gourmet dinner with wine pairing hosted by a chef and sommelier for a small group. It is a night and a meal you will remember.

Available on: Adventure, Allure, Anthem, Brilliance, Enchantment, Explorer, Freedom, Grandeur, Harmony, Independence, Jewel, Liberty, Mariner, Navigator, Oasis, Odyssey, Ovation, Quantum, Radiance, Rhapsody, Serenade, Spectrum, Utopia, Vision, Voyager, Wonder of the Seas

Chops Grille

Fixed price; dinner plus lunch on sea days

Royal Caribbean's specialty steakhouse is available fleetwide. The Chops Grille menu leans heavily toward prime beef cuts, but also includes chicken, lamb and seafood. The atmosphere is warm and relaxed, and the food delicious. Sides are served family style, and you'll want to try several.

Available on: Adventure, Allure, Anthem, Brilliance, Enchantment, Explorer, Freedom, Grandeur, Harmony, Icon, Independence, Jewel, Liberty, Mariner, Navigator, Oasis, Odyssey, Ovation, Quantum, Radiance, Rhapsody, Serenade, Spectrum, Symphony, Utopia, Vision, Voyager, Wonder of the Seas

Coastal Kitchen

Included; breakfast, lunch and dinner

Coastal Kitchen is a restaurant exclusive to suite guests and upper-tier members of Royal Caribbean's Crown and Anchor loyalty program . Though it's styled like a main dining room, serving three meals a day with menus that change daily, the experience is on par with specialty dining, both in service and food quality. It's an ideal alternative to the main dining room for those who are eligible to dine here.

Star and Sky Class suite guests can dine in Coastal Kitchen for breakfast, lunch and dinner; Sea Class suite guests can come for dinner if space is available. Pinnacle-level loyalty members can also eat here at any mealtime, space permitting.

Available on: Allure, Anthem, Harmony, Icon, Oasis, Odyssey, Ovation, Quantum, Symphony, Utopia, Wonder of the Seas

Cupcake Cupboard

A la carte; hours vary

The name of this sweet treat eatery tells you almost everything you need to know. Stop by for extra-fee cupcakes when you're craving sugar. Alternatively, look for decorating classes to join and cupcake kits to purchase, so you have everything you need to return home and bake your own goodies.

Available on: Freedom and Liberty of the Seas

Desserted Milkshake Bar

A la carte; snacks

Here's an idea that's long overdue on a cruise ship – custom milkshakes overflowing with sweet treats like brownies, cookies and popcorn. Adults can upgrade to boozy versions.

Dining Room

Included; breakfast, lunch (sea days) and dinner

The main dining rooms can get a little confusing on a fleet as varied as Royal Caribbean's. Most ships have one large, multideck dining space that serves complimentary meals, but the venue's name varies by ship. Quantum Class ships have four separate dining rooms, each with a different name.

On all ships, one deck or area is reserved for guests with assigned early and late dining times, with the remaining area set aside for those participating in the flexible My Time Dining plan. All guests order from the same menus, which are standard for breakfast daily and change each day for lunch (when it's open) and dinner.

Available on: All ships

Related: Royal Caribbean cruise ship classes, explained

Included; hours may vary

If gourmet hot dogs topped the way you want them is your idea of the perfect lunch or snack, pop in at the Dog House. There are too many choices to try them all on a single cruise.

Available on: Allure, Anthem, Harmony, Mariner, Oasis, Ovation, Quantum, Radiance, Spectrum, Symphony, Utopia, Wonder of the Seas

El Loco Fresh

From breakfast burritos to heaps of nachos and cheesy quesadillas, this Mexican-themed eatery is a quick and filling spot to grab a bite during the day. Pool wear is allowed since this is basically an outdoor restaurant. On four ships, it's located near the pool. The five Oasis Class ships with an El Loco Fresh have it closer to the sports court than the pool, but on all ships, eating here can save you from having to get dressed to go inside for food at the Windjammer.

Available on: Allure (Wipe Out Cafe), Freedom, Icon, Navigator, Oasis, Odyssey, Symphony, Utopia, Wonder of the Seas

Empire Supper Club

When Royal Caribbean says "dinner and a show," the line really means it. This intimate, multicourse dinner features live jazz performances and drink pairings. The experience is one of a kind, but the cover charge for dinner is one of the highest at sea.

English Pub

When I mentioned "secret food," the English pubs were what I had in mind. The pubs on each ship have different names, but the atmosphere is always warm and welcoming. Not every pub serves snacks, but definitely ask if you don't see a food menu. What you find to munch on might turn out to be one of the highlights of your cruise. Smoked cheddar ale soup and deep-fried apple pie with Nutella are top of mind for me.

Available on: Adventure, Allure, Anthem, Brilliance, Explorer, Freedom, Harmony, Icon, Independence, Liberty, Mariner, Navigator, Oasis, Odyssey, Ovation, Quantum, Radiance, Serenade, Star, Symphony, Utopia, Voyager, Wonder of the Seas

Fish & Ships

Included and a la carte; lunch

Grab a basket of deep-fried deliciousness (fish, shrimp and chicken) near the pool for a quick lunch or a snack between afternoon activities. Only the lobster tails cost extra.

Available on: Independence and Ovation of the Seas

Giovanni's Italian Kitchen

Fixed price; lunch (select days) and dinner

From a prime cut filet mignon to pizza, Royal Caribbean's second generation of its classic Italian food restaurant serves up an excellent meal. The service is always gracious and the portions generous.

Available on: Freedom, Icon, Odyssey, Utopia, Wonder of the Seas

Giovanni's Table

Royal Caribbean's original Italian restaurants feature a traditional mix of pastas and meat or seafood entrees. The differences between the two Giovanni's are subtle. Lasagna and pizza are available at the Kitchen, but not at the Table. The best eggplant parm I've ever had is only available at Giovanni's Table, as is a gigantic platter of osso buco.

Available on: Adventure, Allure, Brilliance, Explorer, Grandeur, Independence, Jewel, Liberty, Oasis, Radiance, Rhapsody, Serenade, Vision, Voyager of the Seas

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Hooked Seafood

From chowder to mussels to whole Maine lobster, Hooked is where you get your seafood fix on select ships. Personally, I'd go for the lobster mac and cheese, but you do you.

Available on: Icon, Navigator, Symphony, Utopia, Wonder of the Seas

Royal Railway — Utopia Station

We'll know more once Utopia of the Seas launches, but this new restaurant sounds more like a Disney ride, taking you on a culinary journey as if you were inside a luxury railcar — while you're sailing at sea. Windows will display scenes from various destinations, and the menu items will be inspired by those regions of the world.

Available on: Utopia of the Seas

A la carte; lunch and dinner

Across the fleet, Izumi manages to take on several different looks. On Quantum Class ships, it's got a sidewalk sushi bar feel. On other ships, it's a quiet enclave tucked away on the top deck. Wherever you find it, it's the place to be for sushi and Japanese-American fusion eats.

Available on: Adventure, Anthem, Brilliance, Explorer, Grandeur, Jewel, Navigator, Odyssey, Ovation, Quantum, Radiance, Rhapsody, Serenade, Spectrum, Vision, Voyager

Izumi Hibachi & Sushi

A la carte and fixed price; lunch and dinner

On select ships, Izumi also includes a fixed-price teppanyaki option with your choice of beef, chicken, shrimp or a combination of proteins as your entree. Sit around the cooking surface and watch the show from your entertaining chef. Alternatively, you can order sushi along with a selection of hot Japanese dishes a la carte.

Available on: Allure, Freedom, Harmony, Icon, Independence, Mariner, Oasis, Symphony, Utopia, Wonder of the Seas

Izumi in the Park

A la carte; all-day dining

Icon and Utopia of the Seas have more takeaway food options than any other Royal Caribbean ships, including a to-go window passing out sushi at a la carte prices. You'll find the venue in Central Park, next to the main Izumi restaurant.

Available on: Icon and Utopia of the Seas

Jamie's Italian by Jamie Oliver

Royal Caribbean's third Italian option features a Tuscan-inspired, celebrity-chef-curated menu that is a bit more modern than either version of the Giovanni's restaurants found on other ships. You can still find a luscious lasagna, but the menu holds surprises like crispy squid and pan-roasted salmon.

Available on: Anthem, Harmony, Mariner, Navigator, Ovation, Quantum, Spectrum, Symphony of the Seas

Johnny Rockets

Fixed price; all-day dining

Johnny Rockets is the original specialty restaurant on Royal Caribbean ships. Its juicy burgers, fries and shakes have become a beloved part of Royal Caribbean food culture. It's a well-kept secret that the apple pie is hands down the best on board any ship afloat. You'll pay a flat fee per person to dine there, but beverages, such as the venue's famous shakes, cost extra (unless they're included in your drinks package).

On Oasis Class ships, you can enjoy a complimentary breakfast of eggs, omelets, breakfast sandwiches and pancakes at Johnny Rockets.

Available on: Adventure, Allure, Anthem, Explorer, Freedom, Harmony, Independence, Liberty, Mariner, Navigator (Express), Oasis, Symphony, Utopia, Wonder of the Seas

La Patisserie

Looking to put a French twist on your vacation, regardless of your cruise destination? Here's your chance to indulge in French pastries (for purchase) paired with luscious coffees or tea. Think macarons and artisan chocolates that are a step above the complimentary snacks at Cafe Promenade. Order cake or cheesecake by the slice or pick up a whole cake to share with the gang. The best secret here is that you can order your coffee or hot cocoa with a shot of chocolate liqueur.

Available on: Anthem, Ovation, Quantum, Spectrum of the Seas

If you're looking for a poolside snack, you'll find right-sized bites in the form of sliders, pizza, taquitos and sweet treats at Mini Bites.

Available on: Harmony of the Seas

Included; Breakfast and lunch

The Park Cafe is home to the Royal Kummelweck Roast Beef Sandwich, which has garnered serious social media buzz. I hear about people who rush to Park Cafe on embarkation day to start indulging in their Kummelweck binging. Look for other deli treats, paninis and hot pizza in most Park Cafe locations along with fresh fruit, salads and desserts. At breakfast, you'll find grab-and-go options and a bagel bar.

The Park Cafe is found in Central Park on Oasis and Icon Class ships and near the solarium on smaller ships. On those vessels, the venue's location allows you to spend long luxurious hours poolside with plenty of snacks nearby.

Available on: Allure, Brilliance, Enchantment, Grandeur, Harmony, Icon, Oasis, Radiance, Rhapsody, Serenade, Symphony, Vision, Wonder of the Seas

Icon of the Seas' new take on the Royal Promenade coffee-and-snack shop is a winner. Comfy seating with stunning ocean views makes it an ideal spot to hang with friends as you munch your way through a sandwich or tartlet. Specialty coffee and teas are available for a charge. The Pearl Cafe is open around the clock, so you can grab a snack at any hour.

A la carte; breakfast, lunch and dinner

The concept here starts with California beach food like fish tacos or shrimp tostadas, then adds the coolest three words to ever be combined in the English language: "All Day Brunch." When you wake up at noon craving breakfast food, head to the Surfside neighborhood for favorites such as pancake platters and smoked salmon eggs Benedict. As befitting a family-friendly specialty restaurant, kids under 12 dine free.

Playmakers Sports Bar

A la carte; lunch, dinner and late night

It's crazy that the Playmakers menu is still somewhat of an unknown for many Royal Caribbean cruisers. Perhaps those who know work hard not to spread the word. Expect gourmet burgers, wings and, yes, truffle fries. Or pop in after a night of clubbing for a sweet treat like a sundae or the infamous Campfire Cookie topped with melted marshmallows and Nutella.

Available on: Freedom, Icon, Independence, Mariner, Navigator, Oasis, Odyssey, Symphony, Utopia, Wonder of the Seas

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Portside BBQ

Whether you go for a platter of ribs or a sandwich dripping with sauce, expect an abundance of flavors from the Deep South. And don't skimp on dessert – you really can't eat barbecue without finishing it with nanna pudding, y'all.

Available on: Oasis of the Seas

Fixed price; lunch and dinner

Billed as "modern Mexican" cuisine, Sabor offers up guacamole, empanadas and a variety of tacos, quesadillas and sides. Save room for flan or churros for dessert.

Available on: Allure, Harmony, Liberty of the Seas

Samba Grill

Samba Grill is similar to the Brazilian steakhouses you've visited on land. You choose starters from an appetizer station, followed by your choice of meats (including chicken) carved tableside. The chocolate layer cake makes a delightful finish to your meal — if you still have room left after all that meat.

Available on: Allure and Radiance of the Seas

Solarium Bistro

Included, with a la carte extras; breakfast, lunch and dinner

Tucked away inside the Solarium, the Bistro is a multipurpose food space. Complimentary breakfast and lunch minibuffets are served here, making the venue a quieter option for those meals. No reservations are required.

Dinner, on the other hand, though still complimentary, is by reservation only and is a combination of buffet and table-served dishes, with a menu focused on healthy Mediterranean options. As in the main dining room, a handful of optional charged items are on the menu (upgraded steaks and lobster). Children are allowed to eat in the Bistro, even though the Solarium has a minimum age of 16.

Do not be surprised to discover that the space is not always available during your cruise. Apparently, its location means it has its own kitchen, making it ideal for private functions where food sourcing is important. I've heard of its being used exclusively on some cruises by gluten-free and kosher groups.

Available on: Allure, Anthem, Harmony, Oasis, Odyssey, Ovation, Quantum, Symphony, Utopia, Wonder of the Seas

Sorrento's Pizza

Whether you're looking to grab a slice or a pie, Sorrento's Pizza is your pizza go-to spot on more than half the fleet. You can order a custom pie or choose from what's on hand. Seating specific to Sorrento's is fairly limited on some ships, but shared dining space is usually somewhere nearby. It's not open 24/7 but doesn't shut down until well after midnight.

Available on: Allure, Anthem, Freedom, Harmony, Icon, Independence, Liberty, Oasis, Odyssey, Ovation, Quantum, Spectrum, Symphony, Utopia, Wonder of the Seas

If you're screaming for ice cream, Sprinkles is Royal Caribbean's go-to for soft-serve ice cream in multiple flavors.

Available: Fleetwide

Freestanding Starbucks locations serve the same drinks and snacks you can find in land-based outlets. You can use your Starbucks gift cards (if you bring them onboard) and your Starbucks app to order and pay at these locations. You'll earn Starbucks stars for purchases but cannot redeem them.

Other Royal Caribbean cafes might serve Starbucks-branded beverages, but they are operated by Royal Caribbean. In those locations, you can only pay for drinks with your Sea Pass card (including via either the Refreshment or Deluxe Beverage Package) or a coffee card purchased onboard.

Stand-alone Starbucks locations available on: Allure, Harmony, Icon, Mariner, Navigator, Oasis, Odyssey, Symphony, Utopia of the Seas

Sugar Beach

You can purchase colorful candies, fudge and cupcakes at Sugar Beach.

Available on: Allure (Candy Beach), Icon, Independence, Oasis, Symphony, Utopia, Wonder of the Seas

Surfside Bites

Surfside Bites is the place to grab kid-favorite finger food on the fly. Think popcorn chicken, hot dogs and churros.

Surfside Eatery

Surfside is Royal Caribbean's new family-friendly, stay-all-day onboard destination with multiple pools and attractions. Surfside Eatery provides a place for families to sit down to a meal without leaving the neighborhood. The buffet serves three meals daily with dishes for both kid and grownup palates.

Though both Odyssey and Spectrum have an Izumi Sushi location, Teppanyaki is a separate Japanese steakhouse located on Deck 14 on these two ships. Choose from either a single protein or a combo for the fixed-price meal, similar to Izumi Hibachi. Appetizers are priced a la carte.

Available on: Odyssey and Spectrum of the Seas

The Bamboo Room

The Bamboo Room is another onboard bar with somewhat secretive bar snacks — including Hawaiian barbecue sliders and coconut crab bruschetta. Don't miss this treat if you're sailing on Mariner of the Seas, the only ship in the fleet with this venue.

Available on: Mariner of the Seas

Included; all day dining

The Grove is the exclusive sun deck snack bar for Sky- and Star-tier suite guests on Icon of the Seas. The venue serves upscale Mediterranean mezes (small dishes) in an outdoor setting.

The Mason Jar

Fixed price; brunch and dinner

If you're looking for an out-of-the-ordinary brunch or dinner on board the newest Oasis Class ships, the Mason Jar is your spot. The atmosphere is relaxing, the menu is deeply Southern and the iced tea (sipped from Mason jars, of course) is sweet. Expect shrimp and grits, barbecue and fried chicken.

Available on: Wonder and Utopia of the Seas

The Spare Tire

Royal Caribbean brings a food truck-themed eatery poolside for handheld favorites like burgers and fries.

Trellis Bar

Say yes to upscale bar bites Icon of the Seas' version of this Central Park watering hole. Snack on mac & cheese poppers or truffled french fries while you sip your wine or commit to a meal with a drink with options like steak bites, Chops dry-aged burger and a chicken Caesar salad.

Vintages is home to another secret bar snack menu you might not know about. Expect bruschetta, olives, meat platters, seafood bites and other tapas, served from 5 p.m. until they're gone.

Available on: Allure, Anthem, Freedom, Harmony, Independence, Liberty, Oasis, Ovation, Quantum, Symphony of the Seas

Vitality Cafe

Included; breakfast and lunch

Located next to the spa and workout facilities on select ships, Vitality Cafe is what you would expect to find in such a health-oriented spot. Custom-blended fruit and veggie smoothies and protein shakes cost extra but are included in the Deluxe and Refreshment beverage packages. On some ships, the cafe also serves fruit cups and granola bites to get you through your workout.

Available on: Allure, Harmony, Icon, Oasis, Symphony, Utopia, Wonder of the Seas

Windjammer Marketplace

Expect an extensive multistation buffet with ample choices for everyone. In addition to the food, complimentary beverages include drip coffee, various hot teas, hot cocoa, milk, lemonade, punch and iced tea. Soft drink machines are available for those who have bought beverage packages. Larger ships have a bar within the Windjammer and servers rotate regularly.

The menu is described as "imaginative" as befits a restaurant inspired by "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland." Expect a multicourse dinner experience featuring food that is deconstructed, reconstructed and otherwise created to generate an entertaining gourmet meal.

Available on: Anthem, Harmony, Odyssey, Ovation, Quantum, Spectrum, Symphony, Wonder of the Seas

Royal Caribbean food: Frequently asked questions

How does the main dining room work?

At booking, you are offered a choice between traditional times designated as early or late, or flexible dining called My Time Dining , allowing you to show up anytime during restaurant open hours.

Do I need reservations for dinner in a specialty restaurant?

Waiter-served, extra-fee restaurants — whether fixed price or a la carte — typically require reservations. On the rare occasion when a ship is sailing at lower than full occupancy, you might find you can walk up during nonpeak hours and be seated at a specialty restaurant without a reservation. Those opportunities are the exceptions. Better to make a reservation to ensure you get the time slot you prefer.

What do "a la carte" and "fixed price" mean on Royal Caribbean ships?

A la carte pricing refers to restaurants where the food is individually priced. You only pay for the dishes you order. An entire menu might be individually priced, or you might only see a few items with prices on an otherwise complimentary menu.

Fixed price indicates that dining at the restaurant has a single cover charge for the full meal. This may also be stated as "Prix Fixe." You will generally choose an appetizer or salad, an entree, sides and a dessert. Beverages other than tea, coffee and water are an added charge unless specifically stated that they are included.

What beverages are included with my cruise fare?

Drip coffee, tap water, hot and iced tea, milk, and one or more flavored drinks like fruit punch or lemonade dispensed from drink machines. All other beverages may be purchased individually or you can buy a beverage package to pay for unlimited drinks in advance (fine print applies). Read our complete guide to Royal Caribbean drink packages for details.

Is there room service and what does it cost?

Room service is available in all cabins. Continental breakfast, including coffee, pastries, fruit and cold cereal, is free. Hot breakfast, lunch, dinner and all snacks incur a delivery charge of $7.95 plus 18% gratuity. The food itself is mostly complimentary, but selected dishes are priced a la carte.

How do specialty dining packages work?

To reduce the cost of specialty dining, you can buy a three- or five-restaurant package or an unlimited dining package. Some sailings also offer a combo option of Chops plus one other restaurant. These are all available for purchase in the cruise planner before your sailing. The unlimited package allows you to dine at any specialty restaurant each night of your cruise, plus lunches where they are available.

Can children eat in the specialty restaurants on board?

Most Royal Caribbean specialty restaurants cater to children with special menus and reduced prices. There are a few examples where children are allowed, but not catered to. Empire Supper Club is an example of that. The line states that children under 12 are allowed, but the experience is designed "for adult guests."

Does Royal Caribbean charge extra for lobster?

Lobster tails may be ordered any night of the cruise at Chops Grill or for an extra charge in the main dining room. Only one lobster tail is included when complimentary lobster is served in the dining room as part of the menu. Additional lobsters are charged to your bill.

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Why disney's new cruise liner may be charting the wrong course.

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Concept art of the new Disney Adventure, which will have its home port in Singapore

More details about Disney's plans to expand its cruise line into Asia have emerged with an announcement about the entertainment onboard its new ship which will have its home in Singapore when it comes on stream next year.

Named the Disney Adventure, the 208,000-ton ship is one of the world's biggest cruise liners. Disney reportedly bought it for just $44 million in 2022 after its previous owner, Hong Kong-based Genting Cruise Lines, fell into administration. At the time, it was set to accommodate up to 9,000 passengers making it the world's biggest cruise liner by passenger capacity though Disney has since scaled it back to 6,700. Instead of sailing it to the United States to join the six other ships in its fleet, Disney decided to make the Adventure its first cruise liner with a home port in Asia.

As part of a collaboration between Disney Cruise Line and Singapore Tourism Board, the mega-ship will sail for at least five years from the Marina Bay Cruise Center just a 12 minute drive from Universal Studios Singapore. The location seems like a no-brainer as it brings the fight to the doorstep of Disney's biggest rival, but actually Mickey may be charting the wrong course.

Singapore is the surprising location of Disney's Asian cruise port (Photo by Suhaimi Abdullah/Getty ... [+] Images)

Disney's ships are designed in an Art Deco style to reflect the golden age of cruising but inside they are awash with the kind of fairytale trappings that guests find in its theme parks. Photo opps with cuddly characters are de rigueur, as are Broadway-style extravaganzas based on classic Disney cartoons.

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Its latest ship, the Disney Wish, is also home to an interactive dinner show featuring scenes specially-shot by the actors of the wildly-popular Avengers superhero movies. On its top deck there is even an innovative water slide with screens set into the side of the tubes which tell a story about Mickey Mouse whilst riders rocket past on rafts propelled by powerful jets of water.

The Disney Adventure is set to make an even bigger splash as it will have an entire street themed to 2014's animated Oscar-winner Big Hero 6 which was a huge hit in Asia. A poolside retreat will be inspired by another animated favorite – Moana – while shops and restaurants will be based on classic Disney cartoons like The Little Mermaid and Lilo & Stitch . The Avengers will have their own hub.

"We're bringing the magic of Disney Cruise Line to Asia for the first time ever, and we want to give our guests the cruise relaxation and Disney fun they can only experience aboard one of our ships," said Sharon Siskie, senior vice president and general manager of Disney Cruise Line. "When they set sail on the Disney Adventure, guests will find incredible, immersive areas that bring the worlds of Disney, Pixar and Marvel to life in ways like never before – and these uniquely Disney experiences will inspire families to reconnect, recharge and make unforgettable memories that they'll cherish forever."

Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro and Singapore Tourism Board Chief ... [+] Executive Keith Tan announce the Disney Adventure (Daryl Goh, photographer)

They are the same kind of sentiments that Disney says guests will get from a visit to its theme parks and it's no coincidence. Disney's ships are almost the equivalent of mini theme parks which makes them ideal for locations where the media giant doesn't have an entertainment complex.

Unlike Universal, Disney has repeatedly rejected the opportunity to build inner city Family Entertainment Centers, instead choosing to focus on fewer, much larger, resorts scattered around the world.

There are only six Disney theme park resorts and although this is one more than Universal, its rival is expected to overtake it in the coming years with new outposts in Texas and the United Kingdom. Disney's theme park strategy leaves it under-exposed in a number of major markets including India, Australia, South Africa and the United Arab Emirates which is one of the wealthiest untapped areas as we have reported .

In the fall last year, Disney launched its first cruises in Australia where its closest park is a nine and a half hour flight away from the country's biggest city, Sydney. It may seem like the Adventure ship is plugging a similar gap as Disney doesn't have a park in Singapore.

However, Asia is dripping with them. With parks in Hong Kong, Shanghai and Tokyo, Disney has more resorts in Asia than in the Americas. All three are within a seven-hour flight from Singapore with Hong Kong less than four hours away which is no bad thing at all.

As we recently reported , when Disney launched its cruise line in 1998, it opened its Castaway Cay private island in the Bahamas at the same time. This enabled it to sell twin-center breaks where stays at Walt Disney World in Orlando are combined with a cruise to Castaway Cay. It sets off from Port Canaveral, just 50 minutes by car from Orlando, with transportation laid on by Disney to make the two destinations seem like they are part of the same vacation.

Thanks to their immersive theming, Disney's cruises are popular with mega-fans as well as families. Many of the former have the biggest budgets and therefore give Disney the greatest gains. So much so indeed that in 2022 its Adventures By Disney tour operator launched a 24-day package visiting every Disney park by private jet for the princely price of $110,000 per person. Despite being in the midst of the pandemic, it sold out so fast that the tour returned the following year at the increased price of $115,000. Yet again it sold out so it is taking place for a third time in 2024.

With three Disney resorts within striking distance of Singapore it seems like a no-brainer to schedule a cruise that takes them all in but, remarkably, this doesn't seem to be on the cards. Disney's announcement makes it clear that the Adventure will sail on cruises for three and four nights from Singapore which is just about enough time to get to Hong Kong but not back. It certainly isn't enough time to take in all three of Disney's Asian resorts which are widely seen to be the jewels in its crown as we have reported .

Disney's cruises do not visit Tokyo DisneySea (Photo by Tomohiro Ohsumi/Getty Images)

It isn't currently even possible to book any Disney cruises to or from Hong Kong, Shanghai or Tokyo despite all three being port cities with the theme parks in the latter located just a 22 minute drive from the terminal. A tour to these parks by ship would take several weeks though people would be prepared to pay a premium as Adventures By Disney has shown.

Disney could claim that this would defeat the object of the Adventure as it wouldn't be visiting untapped areas. However, if that is the driving force behind its location then Singapore isn't the ideal place for its home port as so many Disney parks are within a such a small catchment area.

Just last month, Disney's chief financial officer Hugh Johnston said that "the cruise business, frankly, is one that has an enormous number of opportunities for us" and it seems it hasn't plumbed the depths of all of them yet. The lack of a cruise which takes in all of the Asian resorts is another example of Disney leaving money on the table and it hasn't escaped the attention of other operators.

Testimony to this, cruising giant Holland America Line operates a voyage which visits the cities where all three resorts are located and it has been travelled with this benefit in mind by Disney mega-fans.

As we recently reported , the media giant has also been left in the wake of luxury operator Princess which was the first operator to introduce an on-board wireless guest recognition system even though Disney developed its own technology years earlier for its theme parks.

Likewise, as we also reported , earlier this year Princess swung open the doors to by far the most immersive entertainment experience at sea. Its spooky Spellbound nightspot is the first permanent outpost of Hollywood's exclusive Magic Castle club and it is packed with high-tech trickery. The venue has emerged ahead of a lounge based on Disney's Haunted Mansion theme park attraction which is due to debut on its new Treasure ship in December.

Industry giant Royal Caribbean has also cruised into Disney's waters with ships which are laden with attractions. In January it launched Icon of the Seas, the world's largest cruise liner which is also home to the Thrill Island water park, the largest at sea. Of course, other operators don't have Disney's characters and theme parks to keep them afloat and that's all the more reason why the Mouse should make the most of them.

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Silver Ray cruise ship review: A modern yet classic luxury ship for foodies and explorers

Editor's Note

Silver Ray is a cruise ship designed to appeal to both classic and modern luxury travelers. Whether you love it or not will depend on your definition of luxury at sea and whether you can find your happy place on board.

On the old-school side of things, the ship still embraces Silversea Cruises ' commitment to fine dining, all-inclusive beverages, a tuxedoed butler in every suite (all cabins are suites) and attentive-yet-formal service. Silver Ray's design aesthetic is understated luxury. In most public areas and suites, the decor is elegant and rich but not cutting-edge or designed to wow. (There are a few exceptions.)

On the modern side, the ship has traded formal afternoon tea and a classic-style pool deck for restaurant menus that reflect today's culinary trends in Italy and France, a resort-inspired sun deck with an offset pool facing the ocean and a craft cocktail bar outside a high-tech demonstration kitchen. The ship's physical layout, which embraces light-filled spaces by placing venues and elevators along the sides of the ship rather than in the center, is revolutionary but won't be everyone's cup of tea.

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I was on board for five days during a preview sailing before the ship set sail on its maiden voyage, so I could not ask any actual Silversea guests how they felt about Silver Ray, though it is identical to the 2023-debuted Silver Nova . While guest demographics will vary — a weeklong summer Mediterranean cruise will always attract a different crowd from a 70-night South America voyage — my take is that the ship's amenities can appeal to both the retiree crowd and middle-aged and even millennial affluent travelers.

You just need to know which menus to choose and which spaces to make your own.

Overview of Silver Ray

The 728-passenger, 54,700-ton Silver Ray is small by today's megaship standards, but it's packed with 10 restaurants and eight bars and lounges, a demonstration kitchen for cooking classes, a spa and fitness center, and two levels of sun deck with a pool and hot tub.

Fares are all-inclusive , so all drinks, most restaurants, standard Wi-Fi and crew gratuities are included in the price of your cruise. Certain fares also include airfare and port transfers; you can pick how inclusive you want to go.

The luxury cruise ship has an especially high space-to-passenger ratio. Silver Ray is about 34% bigger than Silversea's previous class of ships — Silver Muse, Silver Moon and Silver Dawn — but it holds only about 22% more passengers. Executives claim that if every passenger during a sold-out cruise were on the pool deck, they'd still have plenty of space to themselves. Even the smallest suites are large, with huge bathrooms, walk-in closets, full living areas and plenty of space to walk around.

With 544 crew members, the ship also has a crew-to-passenger ratio of 1:1.3, which leads to a high level of service on board. Crew members make a point to learn your name and preference, and every suite is attended to by a formal butler .

What sets this ship (and its sister Silver Nova) apart from other luxury ships is what the line refers to as its asymmetrical design. That means that many key elements of the ship are offset from the center. For example, instead of putting the standard elevators in the middle of the ship with corridors to the left and right, Silver Ray has two all-glass elevator banks on the exterior of the ship, with one on the port side and the other on the starboard side. The pool is not in the middle of the sun deck, but placed on the starboard side; the infinity-style hot tub, one deck up, is on the port side. So is the ship's smokestack — it's not centered as it would be on every other ship you've sailed. All of the deck chairs are oriented toward the sides of the ship rather than facing in toward a central pool.

Combine these elements with the ship's extensive use of glass windows, and the result is an abundance of spaces with sea views. When you're in the pool, you're looking out to sea or at the port where you're docked. When you're riding the elevator, you're staring at the world beyond your ship.

These design changes follow from Silversea's commitment to delivering an immersive destination experience for its passengers. Instead of cocooning in a shipboard world (like you might on some of sister cruise line Royal Caribbean's attraction-laden cruise ships), Silver Ray encourages guests to explore the world beyond the vessel. The aim is to accomplish this predominantly with food through the line's Sea And Land Taste program. S.A.L.T. has many elements, including hands-on cooking classes at S.A.L.T. Lab, regionally inspired meals and craft cocktails at S.A.L.T. Kitchen and S.A.L.T. Bar, and shore excursions that introduce participants not only to local flavors but to the people who produce them.

The ship was also built to be more energy efficient. Its snub-nose hull design alone reduces fuel needs by 15%. It's a hybrid vehicle which uses liquefied natural gas power but also has batteries built in. The ship has also eliminated most single-use plastics. You won't find disposable water bottles on board, but you will find reusable ones in your cabin, as well as bottle-filling stations throughout the ship.

Silversea executives hope that Silver Ray's modern style will attract younger guests, but Silversea passengers are generally affluent retirees. Children are welcome, but there are no spaces dedicated to them. However, if a higher-than-normal number of kids are sailing, the ship's activities staff will transform a small room off the tender-boarding area on Deck 2 into a play space and lead the young cruisers in games and age-appropriate activities.

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What I loved about Silver Ray

I stayed in the smallest suite — and it was still huge.

My Deluxe Veranda Suite was not the lowest-category room, but only because of its central location. It was still the smallest-sized suite on board. Even so, it was enormous, with a whopping 357 square feet of space, including the 56-square-foot balcony. Consider that many megaship balcony cabins are around 200 square feet, and mine was nearly double that size.

The extra space was especially appreciated in the bathroom, with its wide glassed-in shower (I didn't bang my elbows against the wall once!) and generous floor space that could easily accommodate two people getting ready at once. Both the desk and the sofa were full-sized, with plenty of space to sit or store items. A walk-in closet had all the drawer, shelving and hanging space I could need, and a separate vanity area meant I did not have to put on makeup on top of my laptop.

The ship's design brings light into every space

I appreciated Silversea's use of glass everywhere to bring views and light into spaces that don't always have them. The sauna and spa pool in the Otium Spa have floor-to-ceiling windows for sea or port views while you relax. Thanks to an entire back wall of windows, I could watch the sunset during my Chef's Table dinner at the S.A.L.T. Lab cooking class and dining space. Even waiting for an elevator is pleasant because you can look outside through the glass exterior walls.

I loved the views for days I could get on the pool deck. The way the pool bar is oriented, you can see through to the sea beyond no matter which side you're sitting on. And, of course, it's lovely to gaze out to sea when you're floating in the pool or sitting in the hot tub. (If I come back on vacation, I would take my Kindle to the Orangerie, curl up on a plush, oversized patio chair and face the ocean while I read.) I also loved the alfresco dining and drinking spaces of the Marquee Restaurant and Dusk Bar. I didn't want to be anywhere else when the weather was nice.

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What I didn't love about Silver Ray

Navigating the ship is harder than it should be.

The asymmetric design has unintended consequences. It makes the ship more difficult to navigate than I'd expected.

The ship has a frustrating number of dead ends; often, I'd go one way around a stairwell and end up at a wall. I could never figure out which way was forward or aft, and often would walk through a bar or lounge only to realize I was going the wrong way and have to retrace my steps. (Lest you think I just have a bad sense of direction, I can tell you that I mastered the world's largest cruise ship, Icon of the Seas, in just a few days.)

I was completely mystified about which way to turn toward my suite when I exited the elevator banks. It should have been easy because there were large photographs at each entrance, but I got confused because no matter which photo I was at, my cabin was to the right. It took a few days for me to realize that the two elevator banks are on opposite sides of the ship, not the same side as it would be in a symmetrical design with two corridors, not one, of rooms on each deck. The positioning of the elevator banks made me confused about forward and aft on other decks, as well.

Not related to the ship design but also unnecessarily confusing in cabin hallways is that the room numbers are misaligned. They do go up by twos if you're just looking at the odd or even side of the corridor. But because numbers aren't skipped when there's a suite on one side of the hallway and not on the other, the cabins across from each other don't match. For example, I was in cabin 8022 and the cabin across the hall was not 8021 but 8039. If I wasn't paying attention and was looking at the odd-numbered side, it was easy to walk right by my cabin.

To top it all off, you can't find deck plans on your in-cabin TV or informational tablet, nor does Silversea hand out little cards with the decks marked. You can find the layout of each floor on the wall by the elevators, but that doesn't help you know whether you're at the correct elevator bank for your destination on another deck.

Service was uneven

Service is never 100% up to speed on a shakedown cruise, but its unevenness was especially noticeable because attentive service is a hallmark of Silversea.

Every suite has a butler, and I've never gotten a great one on Silversea. My interactions with my butler on Silver Ray were always awkward. One morning, we had agreed he was going to set up the Otium shower experience (with candles and scented shower bombs), but I called twice to request it and he never picked up or called me back. Another time, when I was running late and asked him to pick up my laundry from the launderette, his response was passive-aggressive; first, he said he couldn't do that for me, then said he would make an exception just this once, leaving me uncertain as to whether I'd put him on the spot somehow.

But also, I never saw him in the hallway (my room stewards on Carnival — a much less pricey line — have always been more friendly, attentive and present), whereas butlers for my friends' suites would materialize out of nowhere to open their doors for them whenever they returned to their suite.

In addition, the reception desk staff not only did not know the answers to most of my questions but also had trouble understanding what I was asking. I imagine this would be a liability when you have demanding, paying passengers on board who will get frustrated and impatient easily.

On the other hand, sometimes the service was simply too much. At the buffet, there was always someone hovering at my elbow, asking to take my plate or escort me to my seat. Yet it took a long time for them to bring me tea or notice that my water needed refilling.

I realized that Silversea's formal style of service might simply not be my cup of tea. I prefer the friendliness of Viking or Carnival crew members, even if they don't provide all the services Silversea's crew does (or is supposed to). Still, I found the service lacking compared to its reputation, and I hope the staff will be able to work the kinks out after a few more sailings.

Silver Ray cabins and suites

Every cabin on Silver Ray is a spacious suite with a private balcony, palatial bathroom, walk-in closet and separate sleeping and living areas. Given that the smallest suite is a generous 357 square feet (megaship cabins are commonly smaller than 200 square feet), you won't feel cramped in any suite on the ship. That said, I toured some of the larger suites, including the top Otium suite, and while they are sizable, they don't have the wow factor of a Royal Caribbean Loft Suite or Regent Seven Seas Cruises Regent Suite .

Unlike older Silversea ships, where there are suites on nearly every deck, Silver Ray consolidates all its guest rooms on decks 6 through 9.

I stayed in a Deluxe Veranda Suite, which is different from the Classic, Superior and Premium Veranda Suites mainly by location. The Deluxe Veranda Suites are centrally located, while the Classic and Superior are farther forward and back. The Premium suites are either midship or at the very back of the ship with wake-facing balconies.

The layout of my balcony suite is the standard cruise ship one. The bathroom is just to one side as you enter, backed up to the closet, with a sleeping area then a living area then the balcony. But Silversea enhances that basic design with its own luxury touches.

The first thing I noticed when I stepped inside was how spacious the room was. It didn't have that tight, everything-squeezed-together feeling you sometimes get when you first enter a cruise ship cabin. The corridor from the door into the sleeping area is wide, with enough room for a mirrored vanity across from the bathroom door. Don't get so distracted by your gorgeous face in the full-length mirror behind the vanity that you miss the mirrored doors that hide a narrow cupboard with useful shelving and a pull-out laundry hamper.

All suites on Silver Ray have a walk-in closet with both half- and full-height hanging closets, large open shelves and drawer space. In the Veranda Suites, the entrance is angled to give more space between the closet and the bed. In the closet, you'll find thick Italian cotton terry cloth robes and slippers, an umbrella, a soft throw blanket, sewing kit, shoe mitt and lint brush. The safe is hidden in a drawer; I searched and searched for the number pad to set a code, only to discover that it lights up only when you touch the "enter" button on the lid of the safe.

The queen-sized bed, which can be split into twins, has cool soft sheets and a duvet that feels silky on my skin every time I slide into bed. Apparently, the mattresses are custom-made for Silversea.

Ask your butler to show you the pillow menu, which is not a piece of paper but a box of mini pillows; you can choose from a selection of five down, hypoallergenic and memory foam pillow options. (Honestly, they were all nice and I'm not sure I could tell the difference.) You can even ask for an extra-soft mattress to replace the standard one.

The bed is flanked by marble-topped nightstands with three open shelves, bedside lamps and reading lights, and a U.S. 110-volt, European 220-volt, USB-A and USB-C plug on each side. A phone is set on one of the nightstands.

The living area is separated from the sleeping area by a curtain you can pull across should you have a third guest sleeping on a sofabed. The sofa can fit at least three people and has a movable ottoman to seat a fourth or to prop your feet on. A marble-topped table is wide enough for in-room dining and is set with real orchids and a basket of fresh fruit.

Across from the sofa, the desk area, also marble-topped, is wide. Here, you'll find a phone, more outlets (U.S., European and USB) and a tablet with ship information and settings for your suite's lighting. My butler would leave the tablet on my bed at night to indicate tomorrow's schedule was now available; call me old school but I miss the paper newsletters.

The desk has four drawers, one with divided sections and another with leather padding to protect your delicate belongings. A minifridge is stocked with soda, beer and water, and you can request to have your favorite drinks added. (You could also ask for a bottle of complimentary liquor or wine from your butler, but it won't be set up for you when you arrive.)

Above the desk is a large TV that can swivel to orient toward the bed or toward the couch. In addition to live TV and a large movie selection, it has interactive elements for viewing your onboard bill, dinner and shore excursion reservations, messages and other ship information. Additional shelving includes a cabinet with a bottle opener-corkscrew and glassware.

My 56-square-foot balcony had two upright metal-and-mesh chairs and a small round drinks table that didn't strike me as overly luxurious.

My bathroom was huge; it was bigger than my master bathroom at home (which, notably, is small). It has a spacious glassed-in shower with a rain showerhead and wand; select Veranda Suites across categories come with bathtubs. The bench in the shower is a nice touch for storing toiletries, or for shaving or washing while seated.

In the shower, you'll find a clothesline and full-size bottles of Silversea's own Otium brand of shampoo, conditioner and body wash. I have curly hair and never use cruise ship-provided hair products, but know that you can request high-end Bulgari or allergen-free Sebamed toiletries from your butler if you prefer those brands.

The long marble-topped bathroom vanity has a wide sink with two faucets (instead of two separate sinks), two deep drawers with sliding dividers (one contains the hair dryer) and four glass shelves. The bathroom is stocked with bar soap, Otium body lotion and liquid soap, makeup remover pads and wipes, cotton buds, a loofah bath pad and shower cap. The outlet in the bathroom is for shavers only. Two hooks and a full-length mirror are set on the back of the door, so if you hang your towel up, you can no longer check your reflection.

As I said, all suites come with a butler to service them, as well as a room attendant who will clean your cabin daily. Butlers can help you unpack and bring you special treats like truffle popcorn when you want to watch an in-room movie, hot chocolate to enjoy on the balcony, or a shower bomb for an aromatherapy shower without trekking to the spa. A friend even asked her butler to bring her Champagne and caviar daily at 5 p.m., and this request was happily fulfilled.

As I mentioned previously, I didn't feel that having a butler enhanced my cruise when he mostly brought me room service. I could have asked him to make dinner reservations or shore excursion changes for me. But those desks never had long queues, so it was simpler to talk to those folks directly than explain a complicated request to my butler. Call me a control freak, but I like to unpack and pack my suitcase myself — another job my butler would have happily undertaken.

If you want even more space in your suite, you have several options, ranging from 528-square-foot Medallion Suites (essentially a wider version of the Veranda Suite with extra lounge space and actual walls to divide up the room) to the two 1,326-square-foot Otium Suites. These top suites are located at the aft corners of Deck 6 and 7 and feature an in-suite library, spacious living and dining areas, a huge marbled master bathroom, and two balconies, one with a Jacuzzi tub and padded outdoor lounge furniture.

For family groups, Silver Ray offers connecting cabins, both between like-category cabins and between larger and smaller suites.

Only Veranda and Silver Suites come in wheelchair-accessible versions. Accessible cabins mainly have showers, but a few also have tubs. They feature wider doors and floor space to accommodate wheelchairs and scooters. All areas of the suite are accessible without a need for ramps.

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Silver Ray restaurants and bars

Book a long cruise if you wish to try all of Silver Ray's restaurants because the ship certainly has more options than I could try in a five-night trip. With Silver Ray's debut, Silversea has updated the menus of longtime favorites, La Dame (French) and La Terrazza (Italian), to include more modern dishes, as well as old standards. In addition, the line's S.A.L.T. program (which stands for Sea And Land Taste) brings the culinary experience from your cruise region on board with two dining options tailored to the ports of call, a bar and cooking classes and lectures.

Cruisers familiar with other luxury lines might be surprised to find that several of Silver Ray's restaurants come with hefty cover charges. Never fear — you'll still get a high-end dining experience with the included venues.

Restaurants

Silver Ray's two main complimentary dining rooms are located side by side on Deck 3. Atlantide is the more traditional restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, while S.A.L.T. Kitchen offers regionally inspired menus for dinner only. These restaurants are where you'll want to go for that classic three-course cruise ship meal. Unfortunately, I was unable to eat in these venues on my sailing, other than a christening dinner in Atlantide with a special one-time menu.

If you're in the mood for a leisurely, waiter-served breakfast, Atlantide will serve you all the eggs and omelets, pancakes, waffles, pastries, cereal, yogurt and fruit you can eat. Hours are limited, so check the schedule before you go.

For lunch, Atlantide offers a small menu of starters, entrees and desserts. You might start with a Nicoise salad or scallop ceviche, enjoy beef tenderloin medallions or a vegetable biryani for your main course and indulge in a chocolate mille feuille or fruity meringue for dessert.

The dinner menu is more robust, with starters followed by vegetarian, fish and meat options for your main courses and a dessert menu that includes a cheese course, gluten- and sugar-free desserts, ice cream and sorbet, as well as a selection of tarts, pastries and other treats.

The S.A.L.T. Kitchen menu is divided into two sections. Part of the menu showcases dishes from your cruise region and stays the same the entire voyage. The other part changes daily to reflect the cuisine of that day's port of call. For example, the day we were docked in Cadiz, Spain, the menu featured Spanish dishes such as tortillitas de camarones (shrimp fritters), pollo a la canilla (chicken with rosemary potatoes and garlic mushrooms) and baked figs made with locally produced sherry.

Aft on Deck 4 is La Terrazza, the restaurant you'll likely frequent the most. It serves as the ship's buffet venue for breakfast and lunch with indoor and outdoor seating.

Breakfast features all the standards: a bread and pastry counter; hot dishes like pancakes, eggs and breakfast meat; fruit, yogurt and muesli; even a congee station. You can also request eggs cooked to order from your server.

At lunch, you'll find a make-your-own salad bar plus premade salads, meats and cheeses, and a selection of breads. Hot dishes range from fine meat-based entrees (lamb chops, lobster tails, filet mignon, herb-crusted chicken) to vegetarian dishes such as a vegetable stew or Indian aloo gobi. You'll also find a carving station, pizza and an impressive spread of seafood and sushi. Your waiter will inform you about the pasta of the day. The large dessert spread includes a pudding (or other scoopable option), small cakes and pastries, and five flavors of ice cream and sorbet.

Gluten-free dishes are marked.

I enjoyed the one breakfast and lunch I ate at La Terrazza, though service at breakfast was slow and I had to wait longer than expected for my tea and my eggs, given how few guests were dining at the same time. The servers and I also had different ideas about how to approach a buffet; I wanted to make a plate and then find a seat, but they preferred to escort me to a table, which I then had to leave to get my meal.

In the evening, La Terrazza becomes a sit-down Italian restaurant with a two-part menu. The Quintessence Menu features the restaurant's historically most popular dishes, such as gnocchi with Parma ham, fresh pasta with tomato sauce and fried eggplants and stuffed calamari. The Adventure Menu showcases modern Italian cuisine, including a leek and goat cheese risotto and a grilled sea bass with stuffed cabbage and anchovy prosecco sauce. You can mix and match dishes from both venues.

Desserts include the fan favorite affogato (gelato with an espresso pour-over), a cheese plate, tiramisu and a gelato and sorbet menu.

Forward of La Terrazza is Kaiseki, Silver Ray's Japanese restaurant. Come for lunch and you can gorge yourself on sushi and sashimi (as well as beef bao buns and two types of ramen) for free. In the evening, you'll pay $80 per person for a six-course Omakase menu or a la carte dining. The menu includes a tempura shrimp and vegetable platter, enoki mushroom soup, wagyu beef steak served with a grilled lobster tail and chicken katsu.

Silversea's longstanding date night restaurant, the French La Dame, received a menu update in time for Silver Ray's debut. The regular menu highlights traditional French dishes made with expensive ingredients. For $160 per person, you can indulge in foie gras terrine, leek and potato soup with truffle shavings and caviar, lobster and cognac bisque, pan-fried dover sole, filet of grass-fed Limousin beef and a salted caramel souffle.

If that sounds too rich for your liking, you can opt for the new signature degustation menu, created in partnership with chef Jean-Luc Rabanel, who specializes in plant-forward "green cuisine." The menu is not vegetarian but it emphasizes quality produce as the star of most dishes.

The seven-course meal will leave you feeling more than satisfied because you consumed a lot of food and wine, not because the dishes are exceptionally rich. You can taste reasonably sized portions of a mille-feuille of mushrooms with seared duck foie gras, seabass cooked with artichokes and fennel, rack of lamb with creamy polenta and Provencal vegetables, and a pavlova with goat cheese and watermelon and tamarind jam. Each course is paired with wine, either from the complimentary menu or from the premium menu for an upcharge of $90 (wine) to $140 (Champagne) per person.

My degustation meal was delicious, especially since I'm always searching for more vegetables in cruise ship dishes. However, for $160 a head, you'll get more bang for your buck ordering all the lobster and caviar dishes from the regular menu.

When you need a break from formal dining and heavy multicourse menus, Silver Note on Deck 5 is your antidote. The intimate supper club is one of the few onboard restaurants with a bar in it because it's half meal, half entertainment. A pianist and jazz singer entertain while you dine on Mediterranean small plates. The dishes are innovatively styled and presented and appeal to more curious palates. If you prefer a plate of meat with a side of veg, stick to Atlantide.

The Silver Note menu is divided into six sections with music-themed names, but there aren't obvious starters and mains. Pick and choose three to four of your favorites — plus dessert! — and request them to be served in any order you like. I giggled when the tuna ceviche I ordered arrived in a sardine can and my chocolate Black Swan dessert came styled like a swan with chocolate neck and wings. Do not miss the beef tenderloin tournedos, which were soft and buttery, unlike my more chewy lamb.

The new venue on this class of ships (it debuted on Silver Nova), Marquee is the place to be when the weather is warm and sunny. The open-air restaurant is located on the pool deck, Deck 10, and is gorgeous, with blossoming trees sprouting from the seating areas and a lattice-style covering above your head. Sea views abound.

Marquee changes its menu personality based on the time of day. In the morning, it serves lighter fare, such as an acai bowl, pumpkin pancake, avocado on sourdough toast and the more adorable "rainbow mosaic" of five sweet and savory bites on whole wheat brioche (think peaches and cream cheese and prosciutto with fig chutney).

At lunch, you have a choice of two menus. Spaccanapoli serves Neopolitan-style pizza, and the ship has the proper pizza oven to satisfy all the Italians on board. The Grill menu has all your lunchtime favorites: burgers, hot dogs, steak sandwiches and fish-and-chips among them. But you'll also find poke bowls, pumpkin and chickpea salad, falafel wraps, and a grilled fish of the day. Go as heavy or light as you like. I split a pizza with a friend, and we each ordered a salad starter; it was the perfect alfresco lunch.

Marquee was my favorite of all the restaurants on board due to the beautiful alfresco location and wide-ranging menu of both hearty and light dishes.

In the evening, Marquee transforms again to serve its signature "hot rocks" meals. Pick your favorite high-quality protein — prawns, filet mignon, prime rib-eye steak, New York Strip steak, lamb chops — and you'll receive it raw ... with a hot stone to cook it on. You can also order a signature pizza or cooked-for-you items from the grill. Most passengers enjoy the novelty of the cooking experience at this fan-favorite restaurant, but you can also ask your server to handle the meat for you so you don't over or undercook your dinner.

Also new on Silver Ray is an expansion of the S.A.L.T. dining experience with the Chef's Table, which takes place in the S.A.L.T. Lab on Deck 10. The cooking stations are transformed into 18 place settings for an 11-course meal, with cocktail and wine pairings, again celebrating the cruise region of your sailing.

A chef emcees your meal, explaining the highlighted ingredients and their relevance to your cruise region's food culture. Our chef, German, was funny and engaging and added a lighthearted spirit to a lengthy three-hour meal. The Chef's Table is a great choice for meeting your fellow food enthusiasts, though the U-shaped seating area means you can only really converse with folks to your immediate left and right. It's an intriguing dinner option for cruisers looking for a meal that's modern and inventive; traditional cruise diners should splurge on La Dame instead.

Reservations are only taken on board and the cost is $180 per person, making it the most expensive dining experience on the ship.

You do not need reservations for Atlantide, Chef's Table, lunch at Kaiseki, or breakfast and lunch at Marquee and La Terrazza. You will want to make reservations for La Dame, Silver Note, the Chef's Table and dinner at Kaiseki, Marquee and La Terrazza.

Silversea takes in-room dining to new heights, with both an extensive room service menu and special Otium in-suite dining experiences. Order a meal to your room, and you won't be eating off a tray. If you're not in a suite with a dining table, your butler will place a special table-topper on your coffee table to expand it into a larger dining surface, spread it with a white tablecloth and lay out place settings as if you were eating in a restaurant. Allow 40 minutes for orders to arrive.

The breakfast menu is a full one, with all your breakfast breads and pastries, yogurts and fruit, but also eggs, meats, pancakes and other hot items.

The all-day menu features starters (vegetarian spring rolls, Caesar salad, beef empanadas), wraps and sandwiches (club sandwich, tuna wrap, tandoori vegetable roti), mains (pasta, burgers, butter chicken) and dessert (creme brulee, fruit plate). You'll even find a children's room service menu with chicken nuggets, fish fingers, spaghetti with meat sauce, hot dogs, pizza and ice cream sundaes among the offerings.

Of course, you can order Champagne and caviar to your room at any time. However, you cannot order off the Atlantide menu for in-suite dining; you must stick to the official room service menus.

The options continue with the Otium nibbles and comfort food that your butler can also deliver to your cabin, perhaps to enjoy on your balcony. The nibbles include a selection of chocolates or macarons and truffle popcorn (perfect for a relaxing movie night) and special hot chocolates and Otium cocktails (both alcoholic and non). The comfort food menu is only available from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and is decadent; you could indulge in foie gras mousse, lobster ravioli, truffled potato croquette and a salted caramel mousse.

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All but the most premium of drinks are included on Silver Ray, so the ship has a convivial culture centered around its many bars. Each has its own menu of signature drinks, though, of course, you can order your favorites around the ship. Look to the last page of each menu for interesting nonalcoholic cocktails.

In the evenings, many of the bars play host to the ship's musicians. On my cruise, a pianist, violinist and saxophone player made the rounds.

You might not notice Deck 3's The Shelter on your first day on board because this Champagne bar is tucked away in a corner that you won't pass through if you aren't trying to find it. However, it's the closest bar to the main restaurants, Atlantide and S.A.L.T. Kitchen, so is ideal for a pre- or post-dinner drink. You can taste a variety of fine Champagnes by the glass here.

The hub of the ship is the Deck 4 Arts Cafe, the coffee bar situated midship along a major thoroughfare and next to the Reception and Shore Excursions desks. It was one of my favorite spots to grab a quick bite. You'll find not only coffee and tea drinks but healthy infused waters, smoothies, parfaits and pastries at breakfast and small sandwiches, scones and small desserts in the afternoon. A small business area with two computer stations and a printer is also in this area.

Fans of Silversea's waiter-served afternoon tea on its older ships might be disappointed to learn that it is not offered on Silver Ray (or sister Silver Nova). Instead, you can order tea, scones and treats every afternoon at the Arts Cafe, but you won't get white-glove service or an artful presentation of goodies.

Immediately above the Arts Cafe on Deck 5, Dolce Vita is a popular spot for pre- or post-dinner drinks and a menu of classic drinks. A waiter might even stop by with pre-dinner hors d'oeuvres.

All the way forward on Deck 5 is the Panorama Lounge, with indoor and outdoor seating. It's open from the afternoon into the evening, and there's always something going on here, whether midday bingo, cocktail hour music or a late-night DJ. It's got a fun drink menu, as well.

The Connoisseur's Corner cigar lounge is next door if you need a drink and a smoke; an outdoor cigar smoking area is adjacent. A DIY bar features complimentary drinks, but you can also order premium whiskeys, cognacs and cigars for an extra fee.

Restaurant Silver Note, also on Deck 5, has a small bar where guests who are not dining there can enjoy a beverage and live music. The cocktail menu here leans into the 1920s prohibition-era vibe. Between the dinner crowd and the live music, Silver Note is loud; it's not the bar for easy conversation.

The drinks are flowing on Deck 10 with four bars. The pool bar has all your refreshing sunny day drinks, like pina coladas, but the Dusk Bar is a lovely spot to enjoy a sundowner or aperitif and gorgeous wake views. Just note that one corner is the smoking area. Personally, I loved the vibe of the Dusk Bar and wished I could spend each evening there.

The Observation Lounge loses some of its impressiveness on a ship with tons of glass and sea views everywhere, but it does double duty with a collection of games and a self-serve coffee and tea bar. It's a lovely spot to while away a sea day afternoon when the weather is cool or rainy.

If you want something stronger than coffee, you'll need to meander over to the adjacent S.A.L.T. bar just outside the S.A.L.T. lab. It specializes in craft cocktails inspired by the ports of call on your itinerary, which means the drink menu here might change a few times during the course of your cruise. If you like trendy drinks made with the most current cocktail techniques and a more intimate vibe than a large lounge, the S.A.L.T. bar will be your go-to spot.

Silver Ray activities

My preview cruise on Silver Ray did not have a typical schedule, but you can expect activities like trivia, arts and crafts, guest lectures, and shuffleboard or golf putting competitions on deck.

Silver Ray's signature space is the resort-inspired pool area on decks 10 and 11. The ship's asymmetrical design is most evident here, where the ship's only pool is off to one side of the ship rather than in the center. It's surrounded by loungers, all oriented to face the sea rather than the pool. An infinity-style hot tub is above on Deck 11 port side.

You might be surprised at how light and airy the pool deck feels but not know why. It's because the only thing above the pool is the sky, rather than an oval deck above closing in the space. The deck 11 lounge area runs down the middle of the deck, over the pool bar, instead.

Adding to that resort feel are some shady outdoor lounge areas where you can read or chat in the fresh air, even when a splash and a tan aren't your top priorities. I especially loved the Orangerie area, forward of the pool deck, with a faux orange tree surrounded by cushy seating and double day beds.

A jogging track circles half of Deck 10 between the pool and the Dusk Bar. (The glass elevators mean no wraparound promenade on Deck 4.) Mixed in with the sunbathing areas are a series of games (golf putting, giant chess and tic-tac-toe) at the very front of Deck 11.

The Otium Spa on Deck 5 forward keeps the ship's sea-view theme going with floor-to-ceiling windows in the two-room fitness center, salon and thermal areas. Treat yourself to a massage, facial, wrap or scrub. The Otium experiences are the ultimate treat; let someone massage you into bliss for 100 minutes, though expect to pay hundreds of dollars for these top-end treatments.

To counteract that splurge, you can enjoy the ship's thermal areas for free. Both the men's and women's dressing rooms have complimentary steam rooms and dry saunas; in between is a shared spa pool. Both the pool and the sauna have windows, so you can watch the world go by. Complimentary scrubs are available; rub them on your body before you get into the steam room, then enjoy your super-soft skin once you've showered off.

The fitness center is impressive for a small ship, with plenty of treadmills, elliptical machines and stationary bikes; a collection of free weights and resistance machines; and a room for exercise classes, with both in-person and digital options on a large-screen TV. You won't find bottles of water, but you will find a water bottle filling station.

The Venetian Lounge on decks 4 and 5 is a full two-story theater, unlike the one-deck, cabaret-style show lounges you'll find on older Silversea ships. Entertainment will be a mix of song-and-dance shows by the ship's onboard performers, guest entertainers and local acts brought on board when the ship stays late in port. Other lectures and events also take place here.

If you haven't parted with enough money yet, you can go on a shopping spree at the ship's boutiques on decks 4 and 5 adjacent to the Venetian Lounge. The shop on Deck 4 sells sundries, Silversea logowear, some regional items and children's gifts, while the Deck 5 boutiques sell high-end perfumes, purses, resortwear and jewelry. The lifelike mannequins posed around the shops might cause you to do a double-take when you first glimpse them — you're not the only person to have that reaction.

A tiny casino across from the Deck 5 shops is easy to miss, but you can also get rid of excess cash (or perhaps win some shopping money) at the few gaming tables and slots open when the ship is at sea.

On the other end of Deck 5, an adorable little library has the cutest Instagrammable reading nooks. Below it, on Deck 4, just outside of Kaiseki is a photo gallery of art by renowned photographer Steve McCurry, who partners with Silversea. You'll find his photographs in other corridors, as well.

Like libraries? There's a hidden one within the Observation Lounge on Deck 10. Look for the door on your lefthand side as you round the corner toward the back of the ship. Inside is a gorgeous wood-paneled room with comfortable seating and a ceiling lit to resemble a starry sky.

A Silversea beverage manager told me that the library will soon feature a mystery cocktail experience. Hidden within the regular books you can borrow will be special hollow books with an empty glass and a mini cocktail menu inside. You'll bring the book back to the adjacent S.A.L.T. bar to get your drink made.

Silver Ray's culinary focus and S.A.L.T. program extend to onboard activities as well. Deck's 10 S.A.L.T. Lab is a demonstration kitchen with 12 work stations that can be shared by two people and gorgeous prep spaces and flat-screen TVs to watch the chefs work. An onboard chef will lead hourlong cooking classes that introduce guests to recipes of the cruise region. We made Portuguese tarts and a trifle with egg custard, and our chef instructor was sassy and fun. Classes are complimentary but you must sign up in advance.

Take your treats out the glass doors of the lab to some alfresco dining tables just behind.

In addition, passengers can attend S.A.L.T. food-and-wine-oriented talks by onboard and guest lecturers to learn more about the culinary culture of the places they're visiting on vacation.

Silver Ray does not have a kids club, though its activity staff will put on kids programming on itineraries with a higher-than-usual number of children. They use out-of-the-way spaces on the ship, such as a little room off the tender boarding area on Deck 2 or the forward sun deck area on Deck 11 with the outdoor games.

The ship might not always cater to young cruisers, but it does employ gentleman hosts on longer sailings to accompany single ladies to dinner and dancing in the evenings. The line clearly knows and understands its core demographic.

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Silver Ray itineraries and pricing

Silver Ray will spend its summers in the Mediterranean and its winters in the Americas. The ship debuts in Europe and will sail five- to 12-night Eastern and Western Mediterranean cruises through the fall. It will then cross the Atlantic and sail around South America, including an epic 71-day round-South America cruise from late January to early April 2025.

The ship will return to the Mediterranean for the summer of 2025, crossing back to Fort Lauderdale at the end of November 2025. In winter 2025-2026, Silver Ray will explore the Caribbean and Central America before returning to Europe in early April 2026.

Fares start at $4,800 per person, based on double occupancy, for port-to-port fares (no flights) or $6,700 for door-to-door fares (flights and transfers included) for a six-night Mediterranean cruise in 2025 in a Classic Veranda Suite.

A seven-night South America cruise starts at $4,300 (port-to-port) in a Deluxe Veranda Suite in January 2025. (Door-to-door fares are not available for this cruise, and lower-category cabins are waitlisted.)

An 11-night Caribbean cruise in December 2025 starts at $5,800 per person (port-to-port) or $7,000 per person (door-to-door) in a Classic Veranda Suite.

What to know before you go

Required documents

Most of Silver Ray's itineraries depart from overseas ports, so guests will need a valid passport to travel. It's your responsibility to check if the countries you're visiting require an additional visa or that your passport is valid for three to six months beyond your visit.

You will also need to fill out preboarding documents online before your cruise.

Silversea's all-inclusive fares cover all crew gratuities, and tipping is neither expected nor required. The only exception on board is spa treatments, where an 18% gratuity is baked into the price and you are not asked to tip extra.

You should also bring cash to tip luggage porters and tour guides in port.

All passengers can access the ship's Wi-Fi for free. Passengers in Veranda Suites receive unlimited standard internet (basic browsing, messaging and emailing) on one device and passengers in higher-category suites get unlimited premium internet access (streaming and video calling) on multiple devices. You can upgrade one device for $29 a day, or you can purchase a package at a discount. On my five-night sailing, I paid $145 to upgrade from standard Wi-Fi on one device to premium Wi-Fi on four for the duration of the cruise.

Silversea cautions that it might restrict certain sites for bandwidth reasons.

Carry-on drinks policy

All drinks are complimentary on Silver Ray, with the exception of the most expensive wines and liquors. However, if you are particular to certain brands, you can bring on board an unlimited amount of wine and liquor, both on embarkation day and in ports of call, and you do not have to pay a corkage fee.

Smoking policy

Smoking is only permitted in select locations on Silver Ray. Guests may not smoke in public areas, suites or private balconies. The only locations on Silver Ray where passengers may light up are in the Connoisseur's Corner cigar lounge and the outdoor space adjacent to it, and on the port side of the outdoor Dusk Bar. Cigar and pipe use is only permitted in the Connoisseur's Corner.

You have two options for doing laundry on Silver Ray. You can take the lazy vacation option and pay for the ship's laundry team to wash, press or wet clean your clothes. Leave your dirty clothes for the butler who will whisk it away and return your items impeccably folded.

Or, you can take the economical, self-service route and do your own washing and ironing in the ship's complimentary launderettes, found in suite corridors near the forward stairwells on decks 6, 8 and 9, and aft on Deck 7. Detergent is available, as are ironing boards and a utility sink. Don't believe the time the machine tells you your wash will take; it was off by a factor of two when I did laundry on board.

Passengers in the higher-category suites (Medallion and up), as well as select Venetian Society loyalty program members, receive complimentary laundry service.

Electrical outlets

Suites feature 110-volt (U.S.), 220-volt (European), USB-A and USB-C outlets both by the beds and by the desk.

The onboard currency is the U.S. dollar regardless of where Silver Ray is in the world. The ship operates on a cashless system. You will use your cruise keycard to pay for all purchases, and then receive a final bill at the end of the cruise. You can pay that bill with a credit card (Visa, Mastercard or American Express) that you've registered with the ship or with cash.

You can request a cash advance on board, but will be charged a 2% fee on the amount.

Drinking age

The minimum drinking age on Silver Ray is 21. The ship's crew can also refuse to serve alcohol to anyone they deem excessively inebriated or a danger to others on board.

Pack for your cruise like you would for a stay at a high-end resort. During the day, you'll want casual outfits suitable for the day's weather and activities, including appropriate cover-ups for swimwear and comfortable shoes for walking. Guests tend to be stylish and elegant even when dressed casually.

In the evening, after 6 p.m., guests should adhere to Silver Ray's posted dress code, though casual attire is permitted in outdoor venues. The dress code falls into two categories:

Elegant Casual: Think date-night dress. Women will want to pack casual dresses or blouses to pair with skirts or nice trousers. Men should wear slacks and open-collared shirts; jackets are optional.

Formal Optional: On these nights, passengers can stick with Elegant Casual attire or take their attire up a notch; however, men are expected to wear a jacket indoors. Ladies may wish to don cocktail dresses, evening gowns or dressy pants suits, while men should consider a tuxedo or dark suit with a tie.

When dining in La Dame, men are required to wear a jacket, regardless of the evening's dress code. Also, after 6 p.m., passengers should refrain from wearing jeans, shorts, sneakers or flip-flops indoors.

Crew members will enforce the dress code. If you do not feel like dressing up, you can order complimentary room service or dine in the ship's outdoor restaurant, Marquee.

Bottom line

Silver Ray is a ship with the potential to appeal to a wide swath of luxury travelers. Older travelers who prefer the classic cruise dining experience, formal service and an evening spent chatting over drinks with a pianist or violinist playing in the background will find all of that on board. Younger (or young-at-heart) explorers will gravitate toward the more edgy dining venues and modern menus, craft cocktails at the S.A.L.T. Bar and the resort-style pool deck. Anyone looking for a high-end cruise experience will appreciate Silver Ray's spacious cabins and views for days as they travel the globe.

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Carnival cruise line.

•   Carnival Breeze
•   Carnival Celebration
•   Carnival Conquest
•   Carnival Dream
•   Carnival Elation
•   Carnival Firenze
•   Carnival Freedom
•   Carnival Glory
•   Carnival Horizon
•   Carnival Jubilee
•   Carnival Legend
•   Carnival Liberty
•   Carnival Luminosa
•   Carnival Magic
•   Carnival Mardi Gras
•   Carnival Miracle
•   Carnival Panorama
•   Carnival Paradise
•   Carnival Pride
•   Carnival Radiance
•   Carnival Spirit
•   Carnival Splendor
•   Carnival Sunrise
•   Carnival Sunshine
•   Carnival Valor
•   Carnival Venezia
•   Carnival Vista

Princess Cruises

•   Caribbean Princess
•   Coral Princess
•   Crown Princess
•   Diamond Princess
•   Discovery Princess
•   Emerald Princess
•   Enchanted Princess
•   Grand Princess
•   Island Princess
•   Majestic Princess
•   Regal Princess
•   Royal Princess
•   Ruby Princess
•   Sapphire Princess
•   Sky Princess
•   Star Princess
•   Sun Princess

Disney Cruise Line

•   Disney Destiny
•   Disney Dream
•   Disney Fantasy
•   Disney Magic
•   Disney Treasure
•   Disney Wish
•   Disney Wonder
•   Queen Anne
•   Queen Elizabeth
•   Queen Mary 2
•   Queen Victoria

AIDA Cruises

•   AIDAbella
•   AIDAblu
•   AIDAcosma
•   AIDAdiva
•   AIDAluna
•   AIDAmar
•   AIDAnova
•   AIDAperla
•   AIDAprima
•   AIDAsol
•   AIDAstella

Viking Cruises

•   Viking Jupiter
•   Viking Mars
•   Viking Neptune
•   Viking Octantis
•   Viking Orion
•   Viking Polaris
•   Viking Saturn
•   Viking Sea
•   Viking Sky
•   Viking Star
•   Viking Vela
•   Viking Venus
•   Viking Vesta
•   Zhao Shang Yi Dun-Viking Sun

Royal Caribbean

•   Adventure Of The Seas
•   Allure Of The Seas
•   Anthem of the Seas
•   Brilliance Of The Seas
•   Enchantment Of The Seas
•   Explorer Of The Seas
•   Freedom Of The Seas
•   Grandeur Of The Seas
•   Harmony Of The Seas
•   Icon Of The Seas
•   Independence Of The Seas
•   Jewel Of The Seas
•   Liberty Of The Seas
•   Mariner Of The Seas
•   Navigator Of The Seas
•   Oasis Of The Seas
•   Odyssey Of The Seas
•   Ovation Of The Seas
•   Quantum Of The Seas
•   Radiance Of The Seas
•   Rhapsody Of The Seas
•   Serenade Of The Seas
•   Spectrum Of The Seas
•   Star Of The Seas
•   Symphony Of The Seas
•   Utopia Of The Seas
•   Vision Of The Seas
•   Voyager Of The Seas
•   Wonder Of The Seas

Holland America

•   ms Eurodam
•   ms Koningsdam
•   ms Nieuw Amsterdam
•   ms Nieuw Statendam
•   ms Noordam
•   ms Oosterdam
•   ms Rotterdam
•   ms Volendam
•   ms Westerdam
•   ms Zaandam
•   ms Zuiderdam

P&O Cruises

•   Arcadia
•   Arvia
•   Aurora
•   Azura
•   Britannia
•   Iona
•   Pacific Adventure
•   Pacific Encounter
•   Pacific Explorer
•   Ventura

Costa Cruises

•   Costa Deliziosa
•   Costa Diadema
•   Costa Fascinosa
•   Costa Favolosa
•   Costa Fortuna
•   Costa Pacifica
•   Costa Serena
•   Costa Smeralda
•   Costa Toscana

TUI Cruises

•   Mein Schiff 1
•   Mein Schiff 2
•   Mein Schiff 3
•   Mein Schiff 4
•   Mein Schiff 5
•   Mein Schiff 6
•   Mein Schiff 7
•   Mein Schiff Relax

Seabourn Cruises

•   Seabourn Encore
•   Seabourn Odyssey
•   Seabourn Ovation
•   Seabourn Pursuit
•   Seabourn Quest
•   Seabourn Sojourn
•   Seabourn Venture

Norwegian Cruise Line

•   Norwegian Aqua
•   Norwegian Bliss
•   Norwegian Breakaway
•   Norwegian Dawn
•   Norwegian Encore
•   Norwegian Epic
•   Norwegian Escape
•   Norwegian Gem
•   Norwegian Getaway
•   Norwegian Jade
•   Norwegian Jewel
•   Norwegian Joy
•   Norwegian Pearl
•   Norwegian Prima
•   Norwegian Sky
•   Norwegian Spirit
•   Norwegian Star
•   Norwegian Sun
•   Norwegian Viva
•   Pride of America

Celebrity Cruises

•   Celebrity Apex
•   Celebrity Ascent
•   Celebrity Beyond
•   Celebrity Constellation
•   Celebrity Eclipse
•   Celebrity Edge
•   Celebrity Equinox
•   Celebrity Flora
•   Celebrity Infinity
•   Celebrity Millennium
•   Celebrity Reflection
•   Celebrity Silhouette
•   Celebrity Solstice
•   Celebrity Summit
•   Celebrity Xcel

Marella Cruises

•   Marella Discovery
•   Marella Discovery 2
•   Marella Explorer
•   Marella Explorer 2
•   Marella Voyager

MSC Cruises

•   MSC Armonia
•   MSC Bellissima
•   MSC Divina
•   MSC Euribia
•   MSC Fantasia
•   MSC Grandiosa
•   MSC Lirica
•   MSC Magnifica
•   MSC Meraviglia
•   MSC Musica
•   MSC Opera
•   MSC Orchestra
•   MSC Poesia
•   MSC Preziosa
•   MSC Seascape
•   MSC Seashore
•   MSC Seaside
•   MSC Seaview
•   MSC Sinfonia
•   MSC Splendida
•   MSC Virtuosa
•   MSC World America
•   MSC World Asia
•   MSC World Europa

Oceania Cruises

•   Oceania Allura
•   Oceania Insignia
•   Oceania Marina
•   Oceania Nautica
•   Oceania Regatta
•   Oceania Riviera
•   Oceania Sirena
•   Oceania Vista

Silversea Cruises

•   Silver Cloud
•   Silver Dawn
•   Silver Endeavour
•   Silver Galapagos
•   Silver Moon
•   Silver Muse
•   Silver Nova
•   Silver Origin
•   Silver Ray
•   Silver Shadow
•   Silver Spirit
•   Silver Whisper
•   Silver Wind