The largest cruise ship in the world. Photos, videos, ticket prices

Of all the thousands of ships that exist in the world today, the largest cruise ship is considered Oasis of the Seas. At the same time, it is also the most expensive liner on the planet: its unsurpassed luxury cost the ship's owners $1.24 billion.

Passenger liner Oasis of the Seas was launched on October 28, 2009. And to this day, this ship has no equal either in its bold design or in the mass of technological achievements. All this provides its passengers with unforgettable sea cruises. And this is against the backdrop of the fact that a two-week trip on a miracle ship in the cheapest cabin will cost a rather modest amount - from 1,300 euros per seat.


The creator of the ship was the company Royal Caribbean International, which thought through every detail in its brainchild, including, of course, one hundred percent protection of the ship from hurricanes, giant waves and even infectious diseases. Direct shipbuilding work commissioned by the mentioned company was carried out at the STX Europe enterprise. It is interesting that the propellers for the huge vessel were made in Russian company- JSC "Baltic Plant".


The length of the “Oasis of the Seas” is 361 meters, width – 66 meters, and height – 72 meters. The liner was built with a displacement of 225 thousand tons. Such impressive parameters of the ship allow us to say that Oasis of the Seas is 40% larger than any other liner in the world. Compared to the infamous Titanic, this ship is 5 times larger in size.


In total, the largest liner in the world consists of 16 decks, 2,704 cabins, designed for 6,360 passengers and 2,160 crew members. If we compare Oasis of the Seas in height with ordinary buildings, then it rises above the water at the level of a 20-story building. The vessel has 6 engines, which together with other power plants, provide the ship with a power of 96 MW, allowing it to reach speeds of up to 22.6 nautical knots, which equals 41.9 km per hour.


There is a huge variety of entertainment on the “Oasis of the Seas”, for every taste - from millionaires to ordinary people. Thus, the ship has a water amphitheater, a carousel (made “life-size”), a floating park, ice rink, golf course, 4 swimming pools (with a total water volume of 2300 tons), volleyball and basketball courts, climbing walls and a children's area with theme parks.


Also huge liner famous for its 10 spa baths and trendy surf simulators. Moreover, Oasis of the Seas is so large that it is divided into themed areas. Let's pay attention, for example, to the tropical zone, which attracts palm trees and wines: there are always a lot of people here who rest and relax as if in the tropics. In total, 12 thousand plants were planted on the ship, including 56 trees.


As a result, while on the open sea, the ship’s tourists have the opportunity to visit a unique analogue of “Central” Park in New York. Here you can relax in the shade of real big trees, watch an ice show and listen to Broadway musicals. In addition, at the stern of Oasis of the Seas there is an open amphitheater with a capacity of 750 seats, which was modeled after an ancient Greek amphitheater. And in another part of the ship there is an indoor theater that can accommodate 1,300 guests.


At the same time, the passengers of the ship are always celebrating something, so the Oasis of the Seas goes on a two-week cruise with the following supplies: more than 14 tons of meat products, 20 thousand bottles of champagne, 44 thousand fresh eggs, 6.6 tons of salad, 3 tons of onions, 22 tons of potatoes and that's not all. The ship's restaurants prepare the most delicious dishes, for which ingredients should also always be on hand. In total, about 70 thousand main dishes are served on the ship every day, of which 15 thousand are dessert.

It is also necessary to mention the disposal of garbage on the ship. Oasis of the Seas has its own waste processing plant. Here, all the garbage is first sorted, and then pressed and thrown into a landfill at the nearest port. Also on board the liner there is its own film studio, in which daily material about life on the “Oasis of the Seas” is filmed and broadcast in the evening to the cabins of vacationers.


In addition, more than three hundred cooks work on the ship. And in the galley there is a food warehouse worth a total of $2 million. Strict rules state that only registered employees have access to the galley. At the same time, service personnel and crew members also lead a full life on the ship, but it is completely isolated from the guests, and all movements of people working on the liner occur through a hidden system of service stairs and corridors.


Runs through the center of the cruise ship amazing place, called the "Royal Promenade". There is a transparent illuminated elevator here. Also in this place there are a lot of bars and shops, which makes this “street” look like small town. As already mentioned, Oasis of the Seas hosts an ice show, which always attracts a lot of spectators. But in order to prevent the natural rocking of the ship from interfering with the performers, the ship’s stabilization system is turned on during the show.


At the Oasis of the Seas, everything is thought out for a luxurious vacation for passengers, but sometimes tourists behave badly and disturb others. Then they are asked to leave the ship at the nearest port. But more difficult situations arise when one of the ship's guests dies. Then the body of the deceased is placed in its own morgue, and the relatives of such a person are consoled by the whole team. Also, the liner personnel have to solve many problems: from providing medical care before investigating crimes.


But the safety on the ship is also monitored by its own service. Its employees wear civilian clothes and are constantly monitored using video cameras. And in case of unforeseen situations, Oasis of the Seas will be able to use a modern system of rescue boats, as well as inflatable life rafts, which are located at specific points throughout the ship.

The times when only wealthy people could afford vacations on cruise ships are long gone. Today, sea cruises offer tourists the opportunity to visit several countries in the shortest possible time for a very reasonable price, and the ticket price usually includes meals and all kinds of entertainment. To place personnel, passengers, recreation areas, restaurants and other attributes on board the ship sea ​​cruise, the dimensions of the liner must be appropriate. It is not surprising that almost every year information about another record holder in terms of size appears in the headlines. In our article we will tell you about the fifteen largest cruise ships today.

Symphony of the Seas

The largest cruise ship today is Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the Seas. The giant 18-deck ship is an Oasis class ship with 22 restaurants, 24 swimming pools, 2,759 cabins and a huge park with tropical plants. In addition, the ship boasts the world's tallest water slide, which is operated in open waters. The total carrying capacity of the liner is 228,081 register tons, and the length is 362 meters.


Symphony of the Seas is divided into seven “cities”, arranged in a certain style of areas - this organization of space is a unique feature of the Oasis class, and passengers really enjoy exploring the features of each “city”. The maximum passenger capacity of the liner is 6,680 people, and both the staff and the ship itself are well prepared for this a large number passengers.


Symphony of the Seas' maiden voyage took place in April 2018, but its days as the world's largest cruise ship are numbered: in 2021, the fifth ship of the Oasis class will launch, the dimensions of which promise to be even larger.

Harmony of the Seas

The predecessor of the modern record holder was Royal Caribbean's Harmony of the Seas, which also belongs to the Oasis class. The ship launched in 2016 and can accommodate 6,687 passengers. One of its signature features is the Ultimate Abyss water slide, which allows vacationers to slide down 10 decks at 15 km/h. Harmony of the Seas has a cargo capacity of 226,963 gross tons and a length of 362 meters, similar to Symphony of the Seas.

Allure of the Seas

Allure of the Seas was introduced in 2010 and is also part of the Oasis family. The ship's 6,687 passengers can choose between 25 restaurants, 4 swimming pools and 10 Jacuzzis. The crown jewel of this cruise ship is a huge 1,380-seat theater where international award-winning Broadway musicals like Chicago are staged.
Royal Caribbean actively cooperates with DreamWorks Entertainment, which is why you can meet famous cartoon characters on board Allure of the Seas and other ships of the same family. The total carrying capacity of the liner is 225,282 register tons, and the length is 360 meters.

Oasis of the Seas

Oasis of the Seas is the first ship in the Oasis line; it was on it that in 2009 the system of organizing space in the form of “cities” was first used; today this concept is a kind of standard.
At the time of the ship's first launch in 2009, its passenger capacity was considered a record - 6,780 people. The ship also featured the deepest swimming pool ever built on a floating vessel. In addition, vacationers on Oasis of the Seas could become spectators of exclusive screenings of the Broadway musical “Hairspray.”

MSC Meraviglia

This liner became the first representative of the Meraviglia class of MSC - Mediterranean Shipping Company. Meraviglia launched in 2017, and a second vessel of the same type will enter service in 2019. It can accommodate 5,714 passengers, and the most unusual entertainment is Cirque du Soleil, which performs 12 times a week under an exclusive agreement with MSC.
Most of the MSC Meraviglia cruise routes pass through the Mediterranean, so vacationers are offered mainly local cuisine, for example, there is a restaurant of the popular Italian chain Eataly on board. The liner also has an indoor promenade, available to vacationers around the clock - on its ceiling there is a huge LED screen with an area of ​​480 square meters. m, on which a variety of images are broadcast, creating a unique atmosphere in the room.

Norwegian Bliss

Norwegian Cruise Line's Breakaway-Plus class ship Norwegian Bliss entered service at the end of April 2018. NCL ships are easily recognizable from afar by their bright hull design; today there are three Breakaway-Plus class vessels, the fourth will be launched in 2019.
A distinctive feature of NCL liners is that the restaurants are not located indoors, as in most ships, but on the open part of the deck, so vacationers can simultaneously enjoy a delicious dinner and a view of the sea surface. Norwegian Bliss accommodates 4,004 passengers, has a total cargo capacity of 168,028 gross register tons and is 329 meters long. The vessel holds records in the categories “largest kart on a watercraft” and “largest open-air laser tag field.”

Quantum of the Seas

Royal Caribbean's Quantum family consists of three identical ships. Quantum of the Seas launched in 2014 and can carry up to 4,180 passengers. Although this ship is much smaller than the Oasis class ships of the same company, your vacation on it promises to be no less eventful. This ship was designed specifically for the Asian market and mainly sails from China, so its style, entertainment and cuisine are tailored to local ethnic characteristics.


In addition to the large casino, Quantum of the Seas also has its own racing track, a circle for those who want to get acquainted with circus art, numerous promenades and open areas. Vacationers can also choose between 18 restaurants, and for thrill-seekers there is a very realistic skydiving simulator “North Star” and an attraction in the form of a glass capsule that rises 90 meters above the upper deck of the liner - from there there is a stunning view of both the ship itself and to the waters surrounding it. Don't forget the Bionic Bar, where a robot bartender will mix a cocktail for you.

Anthem of the Seas

The second ship of the Quantum class, Anthem of the Seas, is the only ship of this family that sails in the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. The liner's first voyage took place in April 2015: it was an eight-day cruise from British Southampton to the ports of France and Spain.
Anthem of the Seas accommodates 4,180 guests and has a gross cargo capacity of 168,666 gross register tons - in 2016 it became the largest ship ever to enter Halifax Port in Nova Scotia, Canada.

Ovation of the Seas

Ovation of the Seas is currently the last Quantum-class vessel in service, but the line is planned to be expanded in the future. The liner is used for cruises around Alaska in summer time in the Northern Hemisphere, and spends the rest of the year in Australia.
The Ovation of the Seas' passenger and cargo capacity are no different from its siblings.

The Quantum series is known for the carefully designed design of staterooms and common areas, and Ovation of the Seas was the first liner on which windowless interior cabins were equipped with virtual balconies - images from cameras surrounding the ship’s deck are transmitted to them in real time.

Norwegian Joy

Another NCL liner, the 334-meter Norwegian Joy, was built to order from China, the interior was designed in accordance with the preferences of the majority Chinese tourists, and the design of the case was done by the famous artist Tan Ping. The total carrying capacity of the vessel is 167,725 register tons.


Since 2017, Norwegian Joy has been sailing between China and Australia, carrying up to 3,883 holidaymakers. Unlike other ships on our list, this ship does not have a standard official language- English - and Northern Chinese or Mandarin Chinese.

Norwegian Escape

In 2015, the Norwegian Escape became the first NCL ship to be equipped with an exhaust gas cleaning system, also known as a scrubber, which removes impurities such as sulfur oxide from gases. Installing such a system allows ships to sail in regions with strict environmental restrictions, such as Alaska.


Norwegian Escape accommodates up to 4,266 guests, is 326 meters long and has a total cargo capacity of 165,300 gross register tons. Most of its cruise routes are in the Caribbean and Bahamas, and the base port is in Miami.

Liberty of the Seas

Another Royal Caribbean heavyweight on our list is Liberty of the Seas, which was previously a Freedom class launched in 2007. In 2012, the ship was reconstructed and reorganized according to the already proven Oasis class system. The ship's total cargo capacity remained at the class standard level - 154,407 register tons, but passenger capacity increased to 4,960 people.


The 339-meter-long ship offers entertainment for every taste, including an attraction with artificial waves for surfing “Flow Rider”, a climbing wall, an ice track, a cinema with 1350 seats, etc. The designers paid special attention to the development of a three-story dining area, each floor of which is named in honor of the Renaissance artist.

Norwegian Epic

The NCL Norwegian Epic liner can carry up to 4,200 passengers, its length is 325 meters, and the total carrying capacity is 134,500 register tons. Since 2010, the ship has been based in the port of Nassau in the Bahamas.


In 2016, Norwegian Epic received an award as one of the ships with the best entertainment on board. At the local theater, vacationers can watch Broadway shows like “The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.” Tourists craving a cool break in the warm waters around the Bahamas can head down to the ice bar, where the temperature is maintained at -8°C.

Freedom of the Seas

Like most of the ships we list, Freedom of the Seas was the largest cruise ship in service when it was introduced in 2007. For a long time the ship was based in Florida, but it recently changed its home port to Puerto Rico and now operates seven-day cruises in the Southern Caribbean.


Freedom of the Seas is Royal Caribbean's Freedom class and can accommodate 4,370 people. Passengers can take part in the FreedomFest, during which they will learn about all the entertainment offered on the ship, including an ice skating rink, a climbing wall, a water park and floating pools located on special structures outside the ship.

Independence of the Seas

Before the introduction of the Oasis class, the ships of Royal Caribbean's Freedom family held the title of the largest cruise ships. The Independence of the Seas, the last on our list, was commissioned in 2008 and can accommodate up to 4,356 passengers in 1,815 cabins on 15 decks. With a length of 339 meters, its carrying capacity is slightly higher than that of its classmates - 160,000 register tons.

In the winter, Independence of the Seas operates cruises from Port Everglades, Florida, and in the summer, the ship operates in the Southampton area. Among the entertainment available to vacationers are a theater with 1,200 seats, shopping promenades with shops and bars, an ice track, various sports fields, a climbing wall, swimming pools and much more.

The largest cruise ships are larger than the usual nine-story building, but there are only a couple dozen such ships in the world. In our rating - the largest and most luxurious.

Harmony of the Seas

The American liner Harmony of the Seas runs cruises from Rome and Barcelona. A four-day trip on Harmony of the Seas costs $650. The ship has 18 decks with entertainment for passengers, and there is also an unusual bar where robots work as bartenders.

Cruise ship Quantum of the Seas

The 348-meter Quantum of the Seas can accommodate almost 5,000 passengers. The ship sails mainly around Asia. A five-day cruise costs $800. Travelers can admire the ocean from a special observation deck and from a 90-meter tower. The ship also has a racing track, a spa, a swimming pool with a cinema, and a casino.

Oasis of the Seas

On Oasis liner of the Seas can carry 6,000 passengers at a time. The ship has 150-meter two-story cabins, a golf course, climbing walls and other entertainment. A nine-day trip will cost a minimum of $1,500.

Allure of the Seas

The floating hotel Allure of the Seas also has a capacity of 6,000 passengers. The ship sails primarily between the Bahamas, the Caribbean and Mexico. For a week-long cruise you need to pay about $600.

Norwegian Epic

The Norwegian Epic can accommodate almost 5,200 people. According to traveler surveys, this is the most luxurious ship in the world. In addition to the usual entertainment such as swimming pools, sports grounds, restaurants and cafes, it has its own water park with steep slides.

Independence of the Seas

The Independence of the Seas sails around Europe and Caribbean Islands. A three-day trip costs about $300. The ship has water park for surfers, a hot water pool and even an ice skating rink.

Queen Mary 2

The ocean liner Queen Mary 2 sails around Europe and exotic islands. A two-night trip in a regular cabin costs at least $345. During cruises, a planetarium, a 3D cinema, and a library are available for 3,000 passengers.

Norwegian Breakaway

The 324-meter Norwegian Breakaway carries 4,000 passengers between the Bahamas and the Caribbean. A week-long cruise will cost $700. Norwegian Breakaway features a Michelin-starred restaurant and musicals and magic shows.

Royal Princess

Kate Middleton attended the opening of the Royal Princess liner. The Duchess of Cambridge also gave the name to this luxurious ship. Passengers are entertained here in an outdoor cinema; there is even a dancing fountain show on the deck.

MSC Preziosa

MSC Preziosa walks around Mediterranean Sea And Atlantic Ocean. The liner is designed for almost 4,000 passengers. On board, in addition to the usual entertainment, you can play Formula 1 and watch a movie in the 4D cinema.

Travel on these luxury liners- pure pleasure. An unusual atmosphere and a lot of entertainment on board, endless space around and an amazing atmosphere.

A walk on a cruise ship is one of the most interesting and exciting types of recreation in Russia. After all, during a vacation, a tourist can enjoy beautiful views nature, without even getting up from your sun lounger. Of course, your vacation will be more comfortable on large ships from well-known companies!

Top 6 largest cruise ships

Harmony of the Sea

First place in the top is occupied by the largest liner in the world, Harmony of the Sea.

"Harmony of the Seas" - this ship belongs to the company Royal Caribbean and is the third ship in the Oasis class. The ship amazes with its size and charm.

The world's largest cruise ship's home port is in the United States, but it also cruises around Europe.

Main characteristics

  • The liner was built in 2016.
  • Length - 362 m, width - 47 m.
  • It can accommodate up to 5,479 passengers.
  • Number of decks – 18.

Biggest a cruise ship"Harmony of the seas"

Cabins

The largest liner is equipped with different types of cabins:

Interior Stateroom:

  • Capacity (max): 4 people
  • The cabin area is 16 m².
  • Quantity on the liner: 498.

Oceanview Stateroom

  • Capacity (max): 5 people
  • The cabin area is 17 m².
  • Quantity on the liner: 180.

Family Balcony Stateroom

  • Capacity (max): 6 people
  • Cabin area 25 m².
  • Balcony area 8 m².
  • Quantity on the liner: 7.

Junior Suite Stateroom

  • Capacity (max): 4 people
  • The cabin area is 27 m².
  • Balcony area 8 m².
  • Number on the liner: 86.

Crown Loft Suite Stateroom

  • Capacity (max): 4 people
  • The cabin area is 51 m².
  • Balcony area 11 m².
  • Quantity on the liner: 29.

Leisure and entertainment on the ship

Ocean liner view from above

On the ship, everyone will find entertainment to their liking, because there is a very developed infrastructure.

  • Aquatheater.
  • 3 large swimming pools.
  • zone family vacation with kids.
  • 2 roller coaster The Ultimate Abyss Slide. The length of the slide is 72 meters, and the descent time is 13-14 seconds,
    aquapark.
  • 2 surfing simulators FlowRider (skating is free, but the instructor is paid extra).
  • 2 climbing walls with a height of more than 13 meters (children at least 6 years old are allowed and only in the presence of parents if they are under 13 years old).
  • Zip Line bungee, on which you can make a 25-meter high flight over almost the entire airliner.
  • Two-level Solarium Club (adults only) with two Jacuzzis. On the first tier there is access to the observation deck.
  • Vitality Spa, sauna (fee: 30 USD per day per person).
  • Theater.
  • Ice rink.
  • Casino.
  • Large basketball court.
  • A fitness center.
  • Circular treadmill.
  • Mini golf.
  • Table tennis.
  • French carousel.
  • A hall with slot machines.
  • Dazzles Club.
  • Card Room - Internet cafe, library and games room with board games.
  • The shops.
  • Photo gallery.

Additional Information. The closest cruise that will take the most large motor ship in the world, – “Irresistible Voyage” – November 2018. The tourist will spend 8 nights on board the ship.

During the cruise you will visit:

  • Fort Lauderdale (port of departure).
  • Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas.
  • Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis.
  • San Juan, Puerto Rico.
  • Labadie, Haiti.

Quantum of the Seas

Large liner "Quantum of the Seas at the pier"

The second largest cruise ship in the world, Quantum of the Seas, is also owned by Royal Caribbean's Quantum class ship.

The ship's home port is Shanghai, so the ship makes short tours around Asia.

Note! The highlight of this new ship are the virtual balconies - huge panoramic screens that broadcast what is happening overboard.

Main characteristics

  • Year of construction: 2014.
  • Length 348 m, Width 41 m.
  • Number of decks - 18.
  • Number of cabins: 2090.
  • Number of passengers: 4180.

Description of cabins

Inner cabin - area 15 m2, capacity 4 people. Filling:

  • Telephone
  • Bathroom
  • TV, radio
  • Virtual balcony

External cabin: area 16 m2, capacity 4 people. Filling:

  • Private bathroom
  • TV, radio
  • Telephone
  • Mini fridge
  • Bed

Suite: area: 32 m2, capacity 4 people. Filling:

  • Bed
  • Bathroom with bath
  • TV, Radio
  • Telephone
  • Entertainment Center
  • Mini fridge

"Quantum of the Seas" Pool

Entertainment and leisure

  • swimming pools, jacuzzi, H2O Zone water park for children and adults, an artificial wave pool for those who like to swim in an open-air pool,
  • climbing wall for lovers of heights,
  • Royal Theatre,
  • entertainment area,
  • Music Hall,
  • relaxation area for adults Solarium,
  • spa therapy complex Vitality at Sea,
  • disco,
  • Casino Royal,
  • children's clubs,
  • North Star observation capsule, Ripcord by iFly wind tunnel for adrenaline junkies
  • a library where you can relax while reading a book in silence,
  • Seaplex sports area,
  • basketball court, roller skating area for outdoor enthusiasts
  • a conference center, so that even on vacation you can devote time to business,
  • beauty salon for charming tourists,
  • the shops.

The cruise price includes:

  • accommodation in a cabin of the selected category for the entire duration of the cruise;
  • meals on board, starting with dinner on the first day and ending with breakfast on the last day in the main restaurant and at the buffet;
  • on-board entertainment including musicals, world-class shows and DreamWorks entertainment;
  • visiting all public areas of the ship;
  • visiting the gym;
  • programs for children, adolescents and young people;
  • room service (steward) is ready to serve you at any time of the day.

Additional charges:

  • air travel;
  • visa processing;
  • medical insurance;
  • service fee;
  • port fees and taxes;
  • casino, telephone, internet;
  • drinks in the ship's restaurants during lunch and dinner;
  • food and drinks in bars and cafes;
  • shore excursions;
  • dinners at an alternative restaurant;
  • shopping in shops on board;
  • laundry and ironing services;
  • first aid station services;
  • hairdressing and beauty salon services;
  • SPA treatments;
  • group yoga and Pilates classes, as well as personal trainer services.

Upcoming cruises:

  • The tour starts on August 4th. By ship: 4 nights. Visit: Shanghai – Nagasaki – Shanghai.
  • The tour starts on August 16th. By ship: 7 nights. Visit: Shanghai – Osaka – Kobe – Nagoya – Shanghai.

RMS Queen Elizabeth

Liner Queen Elizabeth

Third place in the top is taken by the cruise ship RMS Queen Elizabeth - a twelve-deck cruise ship of the Cunard Line company, built in 2010. The ship carries on board the atmosphere of the 1930s.

Main characteristics

  • Length 294 m, width: 32 m.
  • Number of decks – 12.
  • Maximum number of passengers: 2058.
  • Class: Luxury

On a passenger liner ship:

  • Cunardia Maritime Museum,
  • internet center,
  • conference center,
  • 7 bars and cafes,
  • 3 main restaurants,
  • children's program,
  • spa and fitness center for your comfort and relaxation,
  • cigar room,
  • club,
  • Empire Casino,
  • night club,
  • two-tier library (the highlight of this liner),
  • Ballroom,
  • theater,
  • winter Garden.

Included in cost:

  • room service
  • port dues;
  • 24-hour food on board;
  • tea, coffee - around the clock, juices for breakfast;
  • delivery of food, tea, coffee to the cabin around the clock;
  • entertainment programs on board;
  • programs for children and a children's club, work of animators;
  • use of swimming pools, gym, sauna, jacuzzi.

Additional charges:

  • air travel;
  • obtaining a tourist visa;
  • casino, telephone, internet;
  • shopping in stores;
  • laundry, ironing, first aid station, hairdresser, beauty salon services;
  • transfers to/from the cruise start point, from/to the hotel, from/to the airport;
  • medical insurance;
  • service fee (tips)

Schedule of the nearest flights of the lunar sea liner 2018/2019:

  • Tour « Canary Islands": Departure date November 1, 2018. 13 nights on the ship. Route: Southampton (London) – Lanzarote – Las Palmas (Grand Canaria) – Tenerife – Santa Cruz de La Palma (La Palma) – Madeira (Funchal) – Vigo – Southampton (London).
  • Tour “Canary Islands”: Departure date: December 17, 2018. 12 nights on the ship. Route: Southampton (London) – Madeira (Funchal) – Tenerife – Las Palmas (Grand Canaria) – Fuerteventura – Lisbon – Southampton (London)
  • Tour from Europe to Africa: Departure date – January 3, 2019. 3 nights on the ship. Route: Melbourne – Burnie – Sydney.

Costa Victoria

Liner "Costa Victoria"

Fourth place in the top cruises is occupied by the giant liner Costa Victoria of the Costa company. The Costa Victoria liner is a ship with a very long history and one of the oldest in this top. It was built in 1996, but in 2016 it was completely restored and ready for use.

On a note: The creator of the liner is the Costa company, also known for the Costa Pacifica liner.

Main characteristics

  • Built in 1996, renovation in October 2016.
  • Length 253 m, width 32 m,
  • Number of decks: 11.
  • Number of cabins - 964.
  • Maximum number of passengers: 2,394.

Cabins

There are 4 main types of cabins on the ship.

Inner cabin: area 11 m2, capacity 2 people, 2 beds. The room's special feature is the fold-down beds on top, which are reminiscent of the overhead bunks on trains.

Cabin with window: area 14 m2, capacity 4 people.

Mini-suite with balcony: area 41 m2, capacity 4 people. Filling:

  • air conditioner,
  • TV,
  • telephone,
  • safe,
  • mini bar,
  • ice bucket and glasses,
  • double bed.

Mini-suite with panoramic window: area 28 m2, capacity 4 people. Filling:

  • two panoramic windows,
  • double bed,
  • sofa,
  • dresser,
  • bedside tables,
  • small room with bunk bed and wardrobe,
  • bathroom

Gym "Costa Victoria"

Entertainment and leisure

  • 3 swimming pools, one of which is located in the SPA center;
  • 4 Jacuzzis;
  • excursion office;
  • children's club (6th deck);
  • photo gallery (6th deck);
  • shops (7th deck);
  • library,
  • theater,
  • casino,
  • Salon Concorde Plaza (the salon hosts evening musical evenings, information meetings, celebrations, etc.);
  • gym, sports ground,
  • running tracks 450 meters long on decks 6 and 12;
  • table soccer.

What's included in the price:

  • Meals on board.
  • Entertainment programs.
  • Programs for children and kids club.
  • Musical performances.
  • Use of swimming pools, gym, jacuzzi.

Paid separately:

  • Beverage packages.
  • Visa support.
  • Insurance services.
  • Transfer and flight.
  • Excursions.

Route: Savona, Italy - Rome, Italy - Olympia, Greece - Athens, Greece - Eilat, Israel - Aqaba, Jordan - Salalah, Oman - Male, Maldives - Male, Maldives - Victoria, Seychelles – Victoria, Seychelles – Reunion – Port Louis, o. Mauritius - Port Louis - o. Mauritius.

Splendida

The liner "Splendida" at the pier is ready to take tourists on board

Fifth position given liner msc Splendida. The owner of the liner is msc cruises.

Note: Splendida was launched in 2009 and remains one of the best cruise ships with a huge amount of entertainment.

Main characteristics

  • Length: 333 m, width: 38 m.
  • Number of decks: 18
  • Number of cabins: 1,637

Characteristics of sea liner cabins

Inner cabin (no windows) – area 17 m2, capacity up to 4 people. Filling:

  • bathroom with shower,
  • telephone,
  • TV,
  • mini bar,
  • safe,
  • air conditioner.

Cabin with window: area: 21 m2, capacity up to 4 people. Filling:

  • bathroom with shower,
  • telephone,
  • TV,
  • mini bar,
  • safe,
  • air conditioner.

Cabin with balcony: area 22 m2, capacity up to 4 people.

Cabin "Splendida"

Suite. Filling:

  • bathroom with bathtub,
  • telephone,
  • TV,
  • interactive TV,
  • Nintendo Wii console,
  • minibar (included in price),
  • safe,
  • air conditioner,
  • high quality bed linen,
  • Egyptian cotton robes and slippers,
  • beds with ergonomic mattresses.

Leisure and entertainment

  • Information office,
  • 24-hour cabin service,
  • 5 restaurants,
  • many different bars,
  • cafeterias,
  • pizzeria,
  • cigar room,
  • Internet cafe,
  • theater,
  • basketball,
  • 4 swimming pools (of which one is in the VIP area, one Children's swimming pool, one swimming pool with a water park, one with a retractable roof),
  • 12 Jacuzzis,
  • Gym,
  • SPA center,
  • salon,
  • currency exchange point,
  • laundry/dry cleaning,
  • first aid station

Upcoming cruise: mini-cruise from China to Japan. Start date: October 17, 2018. 5 days on the ship. Route: Kita – Japan

Olympic

The Olympic liner was launched

The final, sixth place in the top is occupied by the Olympic liner.

It has not been able to transport tourists for a long time. This liner has a very complicated history, because it was built by Harland and Wolf, which is known as the company that created the Titanic. In addition to the Olympic, one class of ocean super-liners also included the Titanic and Britannic. "Olympic" is a class of ocean liners created at the beginning of the twentieth century.

The Olympic liner was launched in 1910, and already in 1911 it successfully made its first voyage.

Main characteristics

  • Length: 269 m.
  • Width 30 m.
  • Speed ​​21 knots.

The Olympic liner transported people, survived several accidents, and fought during the First World War. But in 1935, on October 11, he set off on his last voyage, leaving the port of Southampton.

A ship cruise is one of the most popular types of vacation, popular for more than a century. You can buy a ticket for the Mediterranean liner through the official website of the liner or through a tour operator. A vacation on a transatlantic ship promises to be comfortable and will give you a lot of impressions.