Anthem of the Seas: the Ultimate Family Holiday

FAMILY-FRIENDLY FUN

From splish-splashy good times in the H2O Zone water park – with its interactive geysers, waterfalls, cannons and more – to the gravity-defying excitement of RipCord® by iFly®, your cruise onboard Anthem of the Seas® is a fully-orchestrated celebration of family fun. Start your day hanging ten on Flowrider® as 100,000 rushing litres test your surfing skills, then rise above it all on the Guinness Book world-record holding NorthStar®, the tallest viewing capsule at sea. Or make your way to the top of the Rock Climbing Wall, where the views are massively impressive as well – plus you score bragging rights for scaling the sheer 12 metre challenge!

Want to stay a little closer to the ground? Head directly to SeaPlex®. The largest indoor activity space ever to set sail, SeaPlex is bursting with family-pleasing surprises, like bumper cars, roller-skating, basketball, and video games. You’ll find more games – but from a different era – at the Arcade, a throwback to the 1980s and 1990s with favourite classics such as Skee Ball.

Whether pool play, adrenaline-amping thrills, sports sessions, classes (think scrumptious cupcake-making) or games are your jam, you’ll find them all onboard your Anthem of the Seas cruise from Singapore.

FEAST FABULOUSLY

Delicious food is surely a key reason why Royal Caribbean® has been voted Best Cruise Line Overall for 20 consecutive years by Travel Weekly Readers. After all, when we’re on holiday, our taste buds declare themselves high-ranking VIPs, expecting epicurean delights on their terms and timing! Which is why onboard your Anthem of the Seas cruise there is a wide assortment of palate-pleasing eateries – 16 of them, to be exact!

You’ll tuck into on-the-go goodness at spots like Sorrento’s Pizza, SeaPlex Dog House and The Patisserie – perfect for when those pesky VIPs insist on instant gratification! Anthem of the Seas also boasts restaurants like the Main Dining Room where dinnertime is a white-tableclothed affair with a menu inspired by the most delectable flavours of the world.

While many dining venues are included in the price of your cruise from Singapore, there is an added cost for speciality restaurants. In a class by itself, Chef’s Table is the pinnacle of fine dining, an intimate experience with a small group of fellow foodies and the ship’s Chef de Cuisine. You’ll savour five courses, each more exquisite than the last, enjoying mouth-watering delicacies such as scallop carpaccio and filet mignon accompanied by truffle potato puree.

Making a big splash with children – and all guests that love the whimsy of an Alice in Wonderland dreamscape – Wonderland restaurant serves up imagination-defying dishes. The surprises begin with the menu, an apparently blank canvas until the application of a wet brush causes the various offerings to slowly appear. The magic continues as the various dishes are served: a feast for every sense, the food looks and tastes like out-of-this-world art!

Another can’t-miss guest favourite, Izumi Japanese Cuisine features meltingly fresh sashimi, nigiri and sushi rolls. Make sure to try the golden-fried shrimp firecracker spring rolls and the fragrant yaki udon, but you really can’t go wrong with anything in this succulent four-course tasting experience.

With so many mouth-watering options on your cruise - also including an American steakhouse experience at Chops Grill℠, Tuscan treats at Jamie’s Italian by Jamie Oliver and more – epicurean explorers may wish to spring for a Speciality Dining Package. Offering steep discounts on speciality restaurants, this is the cost-saving way to go for foodie families. Keep in mind that children ages 5 and under eat free, while those ages 6-12 can dine at speciality restaurants for only $12.99.

THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT

Next-level entertainment is another must-have on your best-ever family holiday– and onboard your Anthem of the Seas cruise it’s positively show-stopping! Once again, with a wide selection of choices and genres there is something ahh-inspiring for every taste, mood and member of your crew.

Are you a fan of state-of-the-art multimedia performances? Welcome to Two70® , a two-storey-high space with panoramic ocean views that, at night, transforms into a high-tech theatre. Big and little family members alike will be mesmerised by the fusion of robotic dancing screens, daring aerialists, pulsing music, and sweeping lights!

A signature production at Two70, Spectra’s Cabaret brings Spectra and his Agents of Rhythm to life in an electrifying kaleidoscope of music, dancing and special effects.

At the Royal Theatre, Ben Elton's We Will Rock You, is the Olivier Award-winning musical phenomenon that brings New York’s West End to the high seas! Rock out to the score of rousing Queen classics – including Bohemian Rhapsody, Killer Queen and We Will Rock You – as you take in the epic face-off between the Bohemians and the iron-fisted music-hating establishment.

Not to be outdone, The Gift, a Royal Caribbean® original production, whisks you away into a captivating fantastical journey that begins with the arrival of a magical present, one dark and stormy night. This heart-warming story is a bucket-list standout every family should try to catch.

Do you and your loved ones enjoy concerts? Onboard your Anthem cruise from Singapore you’ll find many opportunities to delight your musical inclinations! Live Latin and Caribbean music awaits at Boleros, where you can salsa-dance the night away. If it’s piano tunes that stir your soul, head to Schooner’s Bar – or to The Bull and Bock pub for the acoustic guitar. Experience a uniquely immersive virtual concert at Two70®, taking in high-resolution video footage of live performances captured on five 4K cameras. You may walk away feeling that the virtual surpasses the actual version!

A word to the wise: when you book your family cruise, be sure to download the Royal Caribbean app, which will keep you up-to-speed on all the scheduled buzz, including visiting bands, comedians, stand-up performers and the like. You can also make your reservations through the app – which is recommended for most shows and essential for sit-down dining.

AGE-APPROPRIATE ACTIVITIES

One of the things that makes Anthem of the Seas the perfect vessel for a family holiday is the abundance of age-appropriate activities onboard. Little ones are in for the play time of their lives at Adventure Ocean® Youth Program, an award-winning adventure for children ages 3-12. Included in the price of your cruise (a fee applies after 10 p.m.), Adventure Ocean offers dedicated programs for various ages – Aquanauts (3-5 years), Explorers (6-8 years) and Voyagers (9-11 years) – led by carefully selected and trained staff. Royal babies and tots (6-36 months) can also enjoy their own programs, although a fee does apply.

Not to be forgotten, tweens and teens will love their own super-cool hangouts – the Living Room and Fuel Teen Disco – ideal spaces for mingling and meeting other young guests.

While the kiddos have their own brand of a blast, parents can unwind at the adults-only Solarium. This sun-soaked glass-canopied swimming pool, whirlpool and lounge area, offers stunning ocean views and the sort of serene vibe that seamlessly recharges your battery. Afterwards, go for a beauty treatment or massage at Vitality SpaSM followed by a drink at Bionic Bar® – where mixology meets technology in the form of two robotic bartenders!

Is shopping calling your name? Anthem of the Seas boasts a robust lineup of designer stores, featuring high fashion, Swiss timepieces, fine jewellery, perfumes and more – all tax and duty free. You’ll also discover art auctions and wine tastings and even game shows for grown-ups, in which you can either be a star or a spectator.

When hunger strikes, why not share a romantic dinner-for-two on your stateroom balcony, brought to you by room service? After all, nothing says “I love you” quite like a meal under the stars, surrounded by the endless expanse of a moon-kissed sea!

Speaking of onboard accommodations, these too are meticulously designed with every family member in mind. Like the Ultimate Family Suite, a two-level wonder featuring a slide for the kiddos, a balcony with a jacuzzi for the parents, as well as a private cinema and gameroom the whole family can get behind! Not to mention your own personal Genie – part concierge, part wizard, he works his magic on your behalf to obtain reservations and secure the best seats at shows and events.

Whether you sail in the luxurious Royal Suite Class, book an interior stateroom with a virtual balcony or something in-between, the accommodations on your Anthem of the Seas cruise are as exceptional and family-friendly as the rest of the experience.

INSPIRED ITINERARIES

Imagine diving into crystalline waters with your family, snorkelling some of the richest and most beautiful marine habitats on earth. Lounging in postcard-perfect beaches and exploring emerald rainforests teeming with wildlife. In Phuket, be awed by the Big Buddha, a 45-metre tall white marble masterpiece perched atop the Nakkerd Hills and visit one of the elephant sanctuaries to get close and personal with the peaceful pachyderms.

Have a taste of Balinese life in the fishing village of Tanjung Benoa. Its calm lagoon draws visitors for water-skiing, parasailing, windsurfing and more. A nearby cultural attraction, the Caow Eng Bio Chinese temple is one of the oldest in the region and well-worth a visit.

With inspired destinations and voyages departing from the award-winning Singapore Cruise Centre, your holiday onboard Anthem of the Seas promises to thrill in every way. Choose from 3-night Penang cruises, 4-night Penang and Phuket cruises, 8-night Bali Adventure cruises, or 10-night Vietnam and Thailand cruises.

Wherever you choose to take your family onboard Anthem of the Seas, one thing is certain: they will never forget this encore-worthy h-o-l-i-d-a-y!