History Of Royal Caribbean Cruise Line

Introduction

Growing from a small shipping company to a huge corporation, Royal Caribbean has had its name since 1968 and hasn’t left the water yet. From its first ship to its newest ship, Royal Caribbean has taken a transition of growth and modernism.

History

Founded in 1968 by I.M. Skaugen and Company, Anders Wilhelmsen & Company, and
Gotaas Larsen, Norwegian shipping companies, Royal Caribbean International has held its name in the highest of standards and within its first 2 years in business, its first cruise ship was introduced to the public. The first cruise ship of Royal Caribbean Cruise Line was called “Song of Norway” and within another year, they added another ship called “Nordic Prince.”

Being the first ship built for Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, believe it or not, their first ship, “The Song of Norway” is still on the water, but is being operated by international shippers under the name of “MV Ocean Pearl.” “Song of Norway” was retired from Royal Caribbean Cruise Line in 1996. “Nordic Prince” which was the second ship built for Royal Caribbean Cruise Line was retired from their fleet in 1995. “Nordic Prince” is still sailing the seas and is owned and operated by Ocean Star Cruises under the name of MV Ocean Star Pacific.

With “Song of Norway” having a passenger capacity of 724, and “Nordic Prince” having a passenger capacity of 724 but it was modified and lengthened in 1980 which made her passenger capacity a whopping 1024 people. Not only have ship sizes grown a great deal since the first ships were built, but their features and amenities have taken a full blown effort to provide more mind blowing experiences for their passengers.

Transformation and Modernization

Royal Caribbean Cruise Line has transformed from a company that was first known as a simple ocean carrier to a major cruise line offering fantastic cruise vacation options for its passenger. They now offer 6 different classes of passenger cruise ships with a total of 22 ships belonging to their fleet.

Passenger capacity of ships in the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line fleet in today’s world ranges from 2,074 to 6,360 it’s evident that Royal Caribbean International had planned to provide ultimate cruise vacations for their passengers when you see how they have grown and transformed in a company that now offers a cruise experience for many that will be forever embedded in their memories. Modern times have brought about a great deal of changes for Royal Caribbean International and their fleet.

With destinations galore, modern ships, and state-of-the-art technology, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line has taken the cruise industry by storm and has done so in leaps and bounds! With onboard features such as jogging tracks, fitness centers, water parks, spas, ice skating and more, a Royal Caribbean cruise is a remarkable vacation experience. Whether you choose to try out one their newest ships, “Allure of the Seas” or one of their older ships “Legend of the Seas,” Royal Caribbean Cruise Line is determined to make their passengers comfortable, relaxed and entertained.

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