Royal Caribbean Alaska Cruises

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ships

Ship Name	Star Rating	Year Built	Gross Tonnage
Anthem of the Seas		2015	167,800
Ovation of the Seas		2016	168,666
Quantum of the Seas		2014	167,800
Radiance of the Seas		2001	90,090
Serenade of the Seas		2003	90,000
Voyager of the Seas		1999	138,000

6 Royal Caribbean Cruises Ships

Royal Caribbean Alaska Cruises Overview

Everything about Alaska is massive - from the 90-pound cabbages grown in the Matanuska Valley to the coastline that's longer than all the other U.S. states combined. North America's tallest peak, Denali, beckons from the center of the state and its wild, beating heart, Denali National Park. Hike through this vast wilderness, where taiga forests full of pines and spruce stretch below the towering peaks. Cruise to Alaska and sail by the icy beauty of some of the world's most impressive glaciers, or rent a bike and pedal along Anchorage's Coastal Trail for sweeping views of the rugged forests and the expansive ocean. Discover the magic with an Alaska cruise.

Royal Caribbean Cruise Ships in Alaska

A cruise to Alaska is filled with exciting destinations, each with its own style and vibe. Discover Alaska with the Best Cruise Line for 19 years running.

• Quantum of the Seas: Quantum of the Seas heads to the Last Frontier from Seattle. The biggest ship in the region offers glacier gazing from the tallest viewing deck on a cruise ship and activities you can enjoy in any weather. Unparalleled views from every room - even interior staterooms let you scope out the sights in real-time from a Virtual Balcony.
• Ovation of the Seas: Pioneer America's Last Frontier onboard Ovation of the Seas, one of the biggest, boldest ships to ever sail Alaska. Gaze at giant glaciers from the pool deck while you sail through Endicott Arm. Scan the surrounding waters on your way to Juneau for glimpses of wildlife from the North Star, the tallest viewing deck on a cruise ship.
• Brilliance of the Seas: Brilliance of the Seas gets you up close to the glacial giants of The Last Frontier - from the expansive Hubbard to the calving Dawes. You can add once-in-a-lifetime to the itinerary for your wildest week ever. Go wildlife spotting in Juneau, peak-seeking in Sitka, and take-on rugged adventure in Haines. Getting to your coolest getaway yet is easy for the whole family with sails roundtrip from Vancouver.
• Radiance of the Seas: Sail into the Last Frontier from Seward or Vancouver onboard Radiance of the Seas. With over three acres of windows and glass exterior viewing elevators, you can watch for whales along Alaska's Inside Passage when you aren?t wandering wilderness paths from Ketchikan to Juneau. And for the ultimate outdoor adventure, take a CruiseTour into Alaska's interior where you can hang with huskies in Denali, and scale glaciers in Alyeska.

Accommodations on Royal Caribbean Alaska Cruises

Royal Caribbean separates staterooms into four main categories - suites, balcony staterooms, ocean view staterooms, and interior staterooms. Within each category, guests can choose which room type best meet their needs. Every stateroom includes a television, telephone, private bath, shower, vanity and hair dryer. Many also include plush bathrobes, mini bars and more. Whether you're looking for something modest or over-the-top luxurious, Royal Caribbean has a stateroom for you.

• Royal Suite Class found on Oasis Class ships and on Quantum and Ovation of the Seas, these are the most expansive suites at sea, where luxury is anything but boring. It's three tiers of inclusive amenities and exclusive experiences - Sea, Sky, and for the ultimate vacation, Star. Each level of accommodations has its own perks, from suite lounge access to Royal Genies who craft remarkable personalized vacation moments at every turn.
• Suites offer the most space, include a private balcony, and are perfect for families or groups. Some suites come with personal concierge service and access to private lounges, as well as luxurious amenities like a baby grand piano or whirlpool bathtub.
• Balcony and Ocean View staterooms give you 24/7 views of the spectacular sea, and include sitting areas and mini bars.
• Interior staterooms are an excellent value, and meet the RCL standard of comfort and class. Some even include a virtual balcony, with real-time ocean views projected on a high-definition screen spanning from floor to ceiling.

Shore Excursions on Royal Caribbean Alaskan Cruises

Shore excursions are the best way to see more of each port without having to worry about logistics, returning to the ship on time, or last-minute cancellations. Royal Caribbean offers dozens of shore excursions on every itinerary, and guarantees prompt return to ships and first-off status in port. For unique getaways, consider a Royal Private Journeys adventure, designed specifically for you by "Destination Insiders," Royal Caribbean partners who have years of destination expertise ready to be put to good use.

Some of the shore excursions Royal Caribbean offers in Alaska include:

• Ghosts and Goodtime Girls Walking Tour - Skagway, Alaska
• Ancient Oceans and Newborn Forests Walking Tour - Icy Strait Point, Alaska
• Gold Creek Salmon Bake - Juneau, Alaska
• White Pass Summit and Klondike Highway Tour - Skagway, Alaska
• Ketchikan Duck Tour - Ketchikan, Alaska

Royal Caribbean also offers a number of cruisetour options in Alaska, adding three to six nights onto your vacation. These land-and-sea vacations give you more time to explore Alaska while still enjoying the Royal Caribbean experience. You'll travel in plush, glass-domed train cars or in deluxe motor-coaches, and stay in top-notch lodges and hotels, all with exquisite views of the natural landscape that makes Alaska so special. Many "must do" activities are included on cruisetours, like National Park hikes, panning for gold, and museum visits. There are additional shore excursions available for purchase on cruisetours as well.

Dining & Drinks on Royal Caribbean Alaska Cruises

When you cruise with Royal Caribbean, the dining options are as diverse as the flavors you'll find on each menu. From casual bites to elevated dinner and cocktail spots that raise the bar, you'll find something onboard for every craving and occasion during your cruise.

Casual Dining: Great flavor doesn't need to come with lots of fuss. Enjoy grab-and-go goodness and amazing eats at casual, laid-back dining options - like the complimentary Windjammer, El Loco Fresh, Cafe Promenade, Dog House, and Sorrento's Pizza.

Specialty Dining: Dial up dinner at upscale specialty cruise restaurants like Chops Grille and Giovanni's Italian Kitchen, go all out on an exclusive culinary journey at Chef's Table, or savor global flavors one complimentary course at a time in the Main Dining Room.

Dine In: No matter what you're in the mood for - and when - room service onboard our cruise ships delivers all your favorite cruise foods right to your stateroom, from juicy burgers, fresh salads and tasty sandwiches, to breakfast in bed with a couple of refreshing mimosas.

Bars & Lounges: If you're craving cocktails, we offer amazing bars onboard our cruises where the vibe is always right and the drinks are always delicious. Like R Bar, known for its classic cocktails and retro vibes, or Boleros, where every sip comes paired with live salsa beats.

Specialty Dining Packages

You can experience several unique specialty restaurants and enjoy great savings when you purchase one of the Specialty Dining Packages for your cruise vacation. Enjoy multiple restaurants for a discounted price and save up to 40%. The more you dine, the more you save!

Plus, kids ages 6-12 now dine at our specialty restaurants for only $12.99. Ages 5 and under eat free! Plus, little cruisers get their very own menu - a round-up of kid-friendly favorites from the "grownups" menu. *Reserve before you sail, and prices will be adjusted for kids once you are aboard, and reflected in your final account statement.

• 3 Restaurant Package: Experience our unique specialty restaurants and enjoy great savings when you purchase this package to dine at 3 different venues.
• Unlimited Dining Package: Savor the savings with the Unlimited Dining Package! For one low price, you can enjoy multiple entrees and visit multiple specialty restaurants every night of your sailing. And as an added perk, this unlimited package also applies to lunch at specialty restaurants on sea days. Plus, enjoy a discount of 40% off bottles of wine under $100 and 20% off bottles above $100 while dining in specialty restaurants.

Beverage Packages

Pair your meals with a beverage package and save on your favourite drinks!

• Deluxe Beverage Package: Enjoy unlimited drinks and options all cruise long. Start the day off with a premium cup of joe, sip on a poolside pinna colada, rehydrate with a fresh juice and wind down with the perfect wine pairing or classic cocktail. - Plus, receive a 40% discount on bottled wines priced up to $100 USD, and 20% discount on wine prices above $100 USD.
• Refreshment Package: Start your morning off with a cup of premium coffee or tea and freshly-squeezed juice. Stay hydrated for onboard thrills with water or favorite fountain sodas to fill your Coca-Cola souvenir cup. And refuel for evening adventure with non-alcoholic cocktails.
• Classic Soda Package: Quench your thirst all cruise long - and get all the fountain soda and Coca-Cola Freestyle beverages you want on the go with your souvenir cup. For an unbeatable value, you can cool off with carbonated favorites throughout your entire adventure.
• Water Package: Let it flow with water.

Royal Caribbean can accommodate most food allergies, gluten-free, Kosher, low-fat and low-sodium diets with advanced notice. Lactose-free/soy milk, Ensure and Kosher meals are available at no extra charge.

Activities on Royal Caribbean Alaska Cruises

Royal Caribbean has taken traditional cruising and brought it to a whole new level, creating floating resorts complete with rock-climbing walls, ice-skating rinks, and multiple pools among Quantum of the Seas, Ovation of the Seas, Radiance of the Seas and Serenade of the Seas. This includes the Solarium, an adults-only retreat. There are also at least three whirlpools per ship, plus the Vitality Spa, which features an extensive list of treatments like massages and acupuncture. Staying active at sea is easy with Royal Caribbean's state-of-the-art fitness center, yoga and tai chi classes, jogging track, basketball court and mini-golf course.

Duty-free shopping is available onboard at the Royal Shops, with apparel, accessories, beauty product and more to peruse. There are more than a dozen bars, clubs and lounges onboard, from casual pubs to salsa dancing bars. as well as Broadway-style entertainment and ice-skating shows. Massive casinos contain hundreds of slots and more than 10 tables, where you can play roulette, poker, craps, blackjack and more. Other fun nighttime activities include live music, comedy shows, parades, themed parties, and outdoor movie nights.

Children's Programs on Royal Caribbean Alaska Cruises

Loads of laughter and unforgettable experiences go hand-in-hand when cruising with your kids. Royal Caribbean's games, events, and cruise activities for kids are going on all over the ship throughout the day and into the evening hours, making family time a great time. And thanks to our award-winning Adventure Ocean youth program, children love their cruise vacation just as much as their parents.

Adventure Youth Program: With our Adventure Ocean youth programs, not only will your children's time on board be fun, it will be educational too! Aquanauts (ages 3-5 years) will have fun conducting cool experiments and becoming Certified Jr. Adventure Scientists. Our specially designed Explorers program (ages 6-8 years) is packed with exciting cruise activities for kids, which includes themed parties. Voyagers (ages 9-12 years) will explore a range of activities that puts the "cool" back into learning.

Late Night Party Zone: Kids and teens can enjoy activities into the late evening with extended hours in the Adventure Ocean and teen-only spaces. An hourly rate applies after 10:00 p.m. After Dark Fun for Kids on Royal Caribbean After a special family dinner, what better way for kids on Royal Caribbean ships to spend the night than partying with new friends at the Late Night Party Zone!

Babies & Tots Programs: Cruising with your baby was never easier. Our Royal Babies & Tots program (ages 6-36 months) offers nursery drop-off sessions filled with age-appropriate activities and toys. All programs are hosted by our trained youth staff. (Nursery drop off not available on: Adventure, Explorer or Jewel of the Seas).

Teens & Tweens Programs: Whether hanging out with other cruisers or checking out games, sports and parties are on your tween's agenda, our teen-only spots are the places to go. Our Teen program also allows older kids the freedom to come and go as they please. They'll love it so much the only thing you might wish for is a little more time with your kids.

Royal Caribbean Alaska Cruise Past Guests

Emerald and Above:

Royal Caribbean are thrilled to announce you'll no longer have to pre-select your welcome beverage prior to your sailing. You will now receive additional complimentary water bottles in your stateroom in place of the welcome beverage benefit - so you can stay hydrated everywhere you go.

Diamond and Above:

This spring, debuting brand new, full-color crystal blocks! Royal Caribbean is saying goodbye to current designs over the next several months as we transition to our new look. Members receive their first crystal block at 140 cruise points and earn subsequent blocks for every 70 points thereafter.

Uncork More Savings

Raise a glass and toast to deliciously crafted complimentary cocktails up to $14* or a tempting discount on your favorite bottle of wine - 20% off bottles over $100 and 40% off bottles under $100.

Diamond Plus and Pinnacle Club:

Your favorite amenities are back in stock - plus some added new ones! Introducing stylish new toiletry bags and upgraded totes to help you pack for your next adventure.

Accessibility on Royal Caribbean Alaska Cruises

As one of the most accessible-friendly cruise lines at sea, Royal Caribbean strives to make all guests feel comfortable and secure during their travels, both on and off the ship. Royal Caribbean ships were designed to be accessible throughout; corridors are spacious and accommodate 180-degree turns for wheelchairs, decks are accessible by way of automatic doors, and all public rooms have entrances with a gradual incline. In staterooms, many sleeping areas, bathrooms and sitting areas have a five-foot turning radius. Guests can request a raised toilet seat, shower stool, and/or oxygen supply delivery. For those with visual and/or hearing impairments, Royal Caribbean can provide large print materials, closed caption televisions and sign language interpreting services upon request.

Whatever your needs, Royal Caribbean will do its best to meet them. Just let your Cruise Specialist know at the time of booking, and an agent will work with you to make your cruise as worry-free as possible.