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ROYAL CARIBBEAN’S SUN-SATIONAL 2024-25 AUSTRALIAN SUMMER ON SALE NOW

The Family Holidays of the Summer, Quantum and Ovation of the Seas, Return Down Under Starting November 2024

SYDNEY, May 4, 2023 – An unforgettable summer is on the horizon for holidaymakers, with the opening of Royal Caribbean International’s highly anticipated 2024-2025 season from Australia. Featuring the return of two award-winning ships alongside fan-favourite itineraries and more weekend sailings from Australian shores than ever before, the cruise line’s upcoming season will have a holiday for every traveller. Friends and families can soak up new sun-sations and choose from a variety of more than 40 domestic and international cruises on Quantum and Ovation to visit idyllic locales across Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific. Sailing between November 2024 and April 2025, the summer getaways are now open for bookings on Royal Caribbean’s website.

Royal Caribbean’s vice president and managing director in Australia and New Zealand, Gavin Smith, said “After a triumphant return this season, we are thrilled to welcome back the two ships Australian holidaymakers have been raving about. Guests can’t get enough of the range of unique and unforgettable experiences only found on Royal Caribbean, and summer 2024-2025 will see even more of it. Matching the adventures at every destination are those on board, including surfing on the FlowRider, dining family style at Jamie’s Italian and the whole family battling it out on the bumper cars in SeaPlex, the largest indoor activity space at sea.”

Quantum of the Seas – Cruising from Brisbane, Australia
Sunny escapes from the Sunshine State await on Quantum. For the ship’s third season in Queensland, holidaymakers can look forward to visiting the stunning South Pacific with 11 7- to 8-night cruises to the warm turquoise waters of Mystery Island and Port Vila, Vanuatu; and Noumea, New Caledonia. For an experience closer to home, adventurers can journey up north with five 4- to 6-night Queensland getaways to enjoy snorkelling in the breath-taking Great Barrier Reef or savouring the renowned fresh seafood of Airlie Beach and Cairns. Holidaymakers can also choose a 14-night cruise to New Zealand to enjoy the picturesque scenery of destinations like Milford Sound, Bay of Islands, Tauranga, Napier and Wellington.

Ovation of the Seas – Cruising from Sydney
It’s all aboard from Sydney on the fan-favourite Ovation. There are six 10- to 11-night cruises to New Zealand for guests looking to discover boutique wineries and natural wonders at destinations such as Bay of Islands, Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound, Dunedin, Wellington and Picton. In the South Pacific, each destination boasts its own unique natural beauty, offering a range of experiences that highlight the region's diverse landscapes. Guests can relax on a white sandy beach, snorkel or stand-up paddleboard in the secluded Mystery Island and experience the charm of Parisian-style cafes in Noumea.

Short Getaways
For a quick getaway, whether it’s a weekend of prime-time family bonding or a relaxing escape with friends for the ultimate way to recharge, it’s time to turn the weekend up with a choice of eight 2- to 3-night weekend getaways from both Sydney and Brisbane. For those who want to keep the good times rolling, travellers can combine weekend getaways with the cruise before or after for the best weekend and weekday mash-up of back-to-back cruises.

More details on Royal Caribbean’s newly opened 2024-2025 season are available on the Royal Caribbean website, and holidaymakers can celebrate with half-price deposits and up to $400USD onboard credit per booking when they book from 4th May to 10th May.

About Royal Caribbean International 
Royal Caribbean International, owned by Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL), has been delivering innovation at sea for more than 50 years. Each successive class of ships is an architectural marvel that features the latest technology and guest experiences for today’s adventurous traveler. The cruise line continues to revolutionize vacations with itineraries to 240 destinations in 61 countries on six continents, including Royal Caribbean’s private island destination in The Bahamas, Perfect Day at CocoCay, the first in the Perfect Day Island Collection. Royal Caribbean has also been voted “Best Cruise Line Overall” for 20 consecutive years in the Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards. 

Media can stay up to date by following @RoyalCaribPR on Twitter and visiting RoyalCaribbeanPressCenter.com. For additional information or to make reservations, holidaymakers can call their travel advisor, visit RoyalCaribbean.com.au or call 1800 754 500.

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Ovation of the Seas features a lineup of experiences for families and friends, including the North Star observation capsule; SeaPlex, the largest indoor activity complex at sea; more than 20 restaurants, bars and lounges; and showstopping entertainment that merges artistry with cutting-edge technology.

Ovation of the Seas features a lineup of experiences for families and friends, including the North Star observation capsule; SeaPlex, the largest indoor activity complex at sea; more than 20 restaurants, bars and lounges; and showstopping entertainment that merges artistry with cutting-edge technology.

Adventure reaches new heights on the signature rock climbing wall, where families and friends can challenge each other and take in breathtaking ocean views on Ovation of the Seas.

Adventure reaches new heights on the signature rock climbing wall, where families and friends can challenge each other and take in breathtaking ocean views on Ovation of the Seas.

Original entertainment on board Ovation of the Seas takes center stage with high-energy performances in the Royal Theater, like “Live. Love. Legs,” and the multidimensional Two70 that merges artistry and cutting-edge technology.

Original entertainment on board Ovation of the Seas takes center stage with high-energy performances in the Royal Theater, like “Live. Love. Legs,” and the multidimensional Two70 that merges artistry and cutting-edge technology.

At SeaPlex, the largest indoor activity complex at sea on board Ovation of the Seas, travelers can play soccer, basketball and volleyball at the Sports Court, ride bumper cars and more.
At SeaPlex, the largest indoor activity complex at sea on board Ovation of the Seas, travelers can play soccer, basketball and volleyball at the Sports Court, ride bumper cars and more.
Royal Caribbean’s Quantum of the Seas in Brisbane, Australia. The getaway for families and friends features the North Star observation capsule, the RipCord by iFly skydiving simulator, SeaPlex – the largest indoor activity complex at sea – more than 20 restaurants, bars and lounges, including family-style Italian classics at Jamie’s Italian; and show-stopping entertainment that merges artistry with cutting-edge technology.
Royal Caribbean’sQuantum of the Seas in Brisbane, Australia.The getaway for families and friends features the North Star observation capsule, the RipCord by iFly skydiving simulator, SeaPlex – the largest indoor activity complex at sea – more than 20 restaurants, bars and lounges, including family-style Italian classics at Jamie’s Italian; and show-stopping entertainment that merges artistry with cutting-edge technology.
Quantum of the Seas touts unparalleled views from every room on board, cutting-edge technology and live theatrical shows designed to dazzle.
Quantum of the Seas touts unparalleled views from every room on board, cutting-edge technology and live theatrical shows designed to dazzle.
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