Best Cruise Ships in the World | Royal Caribbean Cruises

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These are the best cruise ships in the world, and they’ve got the awards to prove it.

There are plenty of options when it comes to planning the perfect vacation, whether it’s a family adventure into Australia, a couple’s escape in the Mediterranean, or a sun-soaked island hop with your best friends. But if you’re after an unforgettable experience that exceeds expectations on every level, nobody does it better than Royal Caribbean®. When you sail on the cruise line voted Best Overall 21 years running, extraordinary is always on the itinerary. Our ships have won awards for spectacular service, revolutionary accommodations, memory-maxing onboard activities and dazzling entertainment, and that’s not even scratching the surface. Don’t believe us? See for yourself.

THE BOLDEST AND THE BEST CRUISE SHIPS

From service to dining to tech, the best vacations begin on the best cruise ships in the world.

Room Service Breakfast Served on Balcony

A NEW STANDARD IN SERVICE

At the heart of every great vacation is incredible service, and that’s exactly what you’ll enjoy on our award winning cruises. This is your getaway, and there’s no idea or request too big or small for our dedicated staff. So go ahead and dream a little, because anything is possible when you sail with the best cruise line in the world Royal Caribbean®.

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Cotton candy covered egg called the Jabber Wockys Golden Egg at Wonderland

DINING THAT DELIGHTS

No matter what shores you visit on your adventure, you’re in for global culinary experience on deck. Izumi takes you to the exotic Far East with fresh Asian-inspired cuisine, while Giovanni’s Table roams the rolling hills of Tuscany with hand-made pastas and Italian classics. And at Wonderland Imaginative Cuisine, you’ll get to venture down the rabbit hole to a world of dream-like delights.

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Sky Pad Couple Morning Run Onboard the Independence of the Seas

DECK DEFYING TECH

From adrenaline-pumping virtual reality bungee jumping on the Sky Pad℠ and drone-infused ice-skating spectaculars at Studio B, to cocktails crafted in binary and mixed by quick-slinging robots at the Bionic Bar — you’ll find plenty of high-tech, innovative thrills on every deck that are perfect for fueling good old-fashioned fun.

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ELEVATE EVERY ASPECT OF

YOUR ONBOARD EXPERIENCE

Dazzling entertainment, palate pleasing dining, sensational spa services and luxury that takes your getaway from first class to world class — onboard these award-winning cruise ships, every experience exceeds expectations.

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OASIS CLASS SHIPS

The world’s biggest cruise ships don’t just go for the bold — they bring home the gold. If you’re looking for an adventure that’s larger than life, you’ll find it on Oasis Class. The world’s biggest cruise ships feature seven distinct neighborhoods loaded with ways to get your thrill or your chill on, delicious dining that will take you on a taste bud teasing journey around the world, and entertainment that shines a spotlight on world class talent.

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ENDLESS ADVENTURES
FROM SHIP TO SHORE

Whether you’re chasing adrenaline on the tallest slide at sea, tasting your way from Italy to Wonderland, or lounging the day away as you sail from one exotic shore to the next — there’s no shortage of ways to pass the time on these decked-out top-rated cruises.

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