Royal Caribbean International is one of the world's largest and most innovative cruise lines, founded in 1968 by Norwegian shipping magnates Arne Wilhelmsen, Gotaas-Larsen, and I.M. Skaugen to capitalize on the emerging Caribbean cruise market. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, Royal Caribbean operates a fleet of approximately 28 ships sailing to over 300 destinations across more than 60 countries. The cruise line is a subsidiary of Royal Caribbean Group, which also owns Celebrity Cruises and Silversea Cruises. Royal Caribbean has consistently pushed the boundaries of cruise ship design and innovation, launching the world's largest cruise ships in the Oasis, Quantum, and Icon classes. Icon of the Seas, debuted in 2024, is the largest cruise ship ever built. The ships feature groundbreaking amenities including surfing simulators, ice skating rinks, zip lines, rock climbing walls, robotic bartenders, the Central Park neighborhood with live trees, and multi-story waterslides. The Crown & Anchor Society loyalty program rewards repeat cruisers with escalating benefits. Royal Caribbean caters to families, couples, and adventure seekers with diverse itineraries spanning the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Alaska, Asia, and Australia. The company has invested heavily in its Perfect Day island destinations, including Perfect Day at CocoCay in the Bahamas. With approximately 90,000 employees, Royal Caribbean carries over 7 million passengers annually.
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