Since ancient times, people have traveled the seas, gradually improving their ships. Modern shipbuilding is very developed, and the range of ships has become unusually diverse. But the TOP of the most always attracts special attention large ships in the world that will be discussed below.
1. Seawise Giant (Knock Nevis)
Deadweight - 564,700 tons.
. Length - 458.5 m.
. Year of construction - 1979.
. Last country of registration: Sierra Leone. Dismantled for scrap.
The largest ship in the world until 2010 was a supertanker " Knock Nevis", built in 1975 in the Japanese city of Yokosuka. Before changing several names, it had a simple number 1016. But its cyclopean dimensions actually ruined it - the tanker could not pass through either the Panama or Suez Canal, even in the English Channel it would have run aground, so it could move from ocean to ocean I could only do it in a roundabout way.
During the Iran-Iraq War of 1988, it was hit by an Iraqi missile and seriously damaged. As a result, the supertanker sank in the Persian Gulf offshore. After the end of the conflict, it was raised from the bottom and towed to Singapore, where they were able to restore it in 1991, giving it a new “optimistic” name, “The Happy Giant.” But no one needed it as a tanker, so it began to serve as a floating oil storage facility. Finally, in 2009, the “lucky one” was sent on its final journey to the Indian shores, where the following year it was cut into scrap metal.
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2. Pierre Guillaumat
Deadweight - 555,000 tons.
. Length - 414.2 m.
. Year of construction - 1977.
. Last country of registration: France. Cut into scrap metal.
In the family of twin ships of the Batillus series, this supertanker is the largest in terms of deadweight. It was built at French shipyards, worked for only about 5 years, after which it was mercilessly sent in 1983 to South Korea, where it was turned into scrap metal. The rest of his brothers from the same series shared his fate. The reasons for such an inglorious death in all cases were the same problems with the impossibility of passing through the Suez and Panama Canals.
3. Esso Atlantic
Deadweight - 516,900 tons.
. Length - 406.5 m.
. Year of construction - 1977.
. Last country of registration: Liberia. Cut into scrap metal.
At one time, this oil supertanker was also a deadweight champion. It was built in Japan, and made its first commercial route from Liberia, Africa, where the owner company Esso Tankers registered it under the Liberian flag. Most often, the tanker transported oil from the Middle East to Europe. But in 2002, the end came for him too - in Pakistan he was cut into scrap metal. He had practically a sister ship, the Esso Pacific, but, despite the “Pacific” name, it was smaller than its “Atlantic brother.”
4. Emma Maersk
Deadweight - 156,900 tons.
. Length - 397 m.
. Year of construction - 2006.
. Last country of registration: Denmark. Still in use.
This is the first vessel of eight identical E-class container ships built by the Danish holding Moller-Maersk Group. At the time of her maiden voyage in 2006, she was the world's largest floating vessel. Emma Maersk transports a variety of cargo between Asia and America, passing through the Suez Canal and the Strait of Gibraltar.
This ship does not have a very successful history - when its construction was already completed, upper deck A fire broke out, which seriously damaged the brand new ship. Repairs were needed, which were done quickly. In 2013, a new misfortune occurred - right in the middle of the Suez Canal, one of the power plants of the dry cargo ship broke down, as a result of which it lost control. Fortunately, both the ship and the canal remained intact.
Europeans do not favor the giant for its use of sulfur-rich fuel. Like many giant ships, Emma does not fit into the Panama Canal, so Pacific Ocean closed for her (it’s not possible to sail there around Cape Horn!).
5.TI Class
Deadweight - 441,600 tons.
. Length - 380 m.
. Year of construction - 2003.
. Last country of registration: Belgium. Still in use.
This double-hulled vessel had the largest deadweight and gross tonnage of its time. A total of four completely identical vessels were built: two “TI Africa” and “TI Oceania” under the flag of the Marshall Islands, “TI Europe” under the Belgian flag and “TI Asia”. But in 2010, floating terminal platforms were made from “Asia” and “Africa” for storing and loading petroleum products, and since then they have been laid up near one of the Qatari offshore oil fields.
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6. Vale Sohar
Deadweight - 400 300 tons.
. Length - 362 m.
. Year of construction - 2012.
. Last country of registration: Marshall Islands. Still in use.
This vessel, one of the largest bulk carriers, is owned by the Vale mining company from Brazil. It transports ore mined in Brazil to the United States. In total, 40 huge dry cargo ships ply along this route, the deadweight of which is in the range of 380-400 thousand tons. Sohar is the largest ship among them.
7.Allure of the Seas
Deadweight - 19,750 tons.
. Length - 362 m.
. Year of construction - 2008.
. Last country of registration: Bahamas. Still in use.
This ship is part of the Oasis class of cruise ships, consisting of two twins (the second is Oasis in the Seas), occupying a leading position for its type of ships in the world. They say that “Allure” is still 5 cm longer than “Oasis”, which is why it is presented here. This giant is capable of carrying 6,296 passengers and 2,384 crew members. There are countless types of entertainment offered on board; this floating city has a golf course and an ice skating rink, a bunch of bars and shops, and even a park with exotic plants.
8.Queen Mary II
Deadweight - 19,200 tons.
. Length - 345 m.
. Year of construction - 2002.
. Last country of registration: Bermuda. Still in use.
This beautiful transatlantic cruise ship is one of the world's largest passenger liners. He is capable of maximum comfort transport 2,620 passengers from the Old to the New World or back. It was designed and built by the French company "Chantiers del" Atlantique. On board there is a theater, a casino, 15 restaurants and the only planetarium on ships.
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9.Mozah
Deadweight - 128,900 tons.
. Length - 345 m.
. Year of construction - 2007.
. Last country of registration: Qatar. Still in use.
This vessel opens a new family of tankers in the Q-Max series, which specialize in transporting liquefied natural gas produced from fields off the coast of Qatar. It was designed and built in South Korea. A total of 14 tankers from this series are currently in operation.
10. USS Enterprise (CVN-65)
Length - 342 m.
. Year of construction - 1960.
. Last country of registration: USA. The aircraft carrier has been decommissioned.
This is the largest American nuclear attack aircraft carrier, the first to operate nuclear power point. It began operating in 1961. A series of six similar hulks was planned, but only the Enterprise was built. Its cost amounted to an incredible 451 million dollars, so even the bottomless US budget could not afford such expenses. In terms of length, it is the largest warship in the world. Having refueled once with nuclear fuel, the aircraft carrier acquired autonomy for 13 years of active service and could travel a million nautical miles during this time. In February 2017, the Enterprise was sent into honorable retirement - this was the first send-off for a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier for the American Navy.
The largest cruise ships in the world amaze not only with their overall dimensions, but also with the entertainment they provide for passengers. Such vessels are more like small towns that move through water. The largest passenger liners are equipped with gyms, cafes, many comfortable rooms and even shops. In addition, guests can enjoy luxurious cuisine from different chefs and see the beauty water world. Of course, traveling around the world in such cars is a pleasure. We invite you to familiarize yourself with the ten largest and best cruise ships in the world.
TOP 10 largest cruise ships in the world
2500 passengers
The weight of the vessel reaches 130 thousand tons. Moreover, its length is 340 meters. The distinctive features of the ship include its resemblance to Disneyland. It is practically a copy of this entertainment platform, only it works afloat. Needless to say, this ship attracts children from all over the world, which is understandable, due to entertainment program. On the expanses of the ship there is a cinema, a water park, and many children's slides. About 600 cabins provide capacity to accommodate 2,500 passengers. The rooms are classified as luxury.
2640 passengers
Another large airliner that is designed for long passenger journeys. A total of 2,640 people can be accommodated. The weight of the ship is 151 thousand tons. Its length is 345 meters. If we compare the length of the car, we can say that the length is equal to 80 buses lined up in a row. A holiday on this ship offers the opportunity to relax while playing cricket, golf and even basketball. Besides sports entertainment there is a cinema and many swimming pools.
2670 passengers
Also included in the list of the largest cruise ships on the planet Princess Diamond. Its length is 294 meters. Moreover, the ship weighs over 116 thousand tons. In total, the ship includes 700 cabins. In the territory vehicle can accommodate 2,670 people including service personnel and crew members. Each cabin is equipped with a minibar, luxury balcony and TV. There are excellent conditions for a pleasant stay even during long journeys. A large airliner passes Maintenance semiannually.
3114 passengers
Despite weighing 138 thousand tons, the ship includes fewer seats than the Carnival Dream. Voyager of the seas will accommodate 3,114 people. Moreover, its length is 311 meters. The ship is a huge entertainment complex. In its open spaces you can find an ice skating rink, a small golf course and even a television studio. There are 800 cabins, each of which is equipped with a separate shower, bar, and TV. All guest rooms are elegantly decorated and comfortable.
3274 passengers
Another huge one passenger ship, which is considered one of the largest ships on the planet. It weighs 137 thousand tons. The length of the ship is 338 meters. In total, the deck can accommodate 3,274 people. According to experts, the volume of space of this object is equal to the Eiffel Tower. That is over 1.5 million square meters. The ship attracts with its beautiful design. Moreover, this applies not only to the deck, but also to the cabins. Each room offers excellent conditions for relaxation.
3634 passengers
The weight of the liner is 160 thousand tons. Its length reaches 339 meters. These dimensions are enough to accommodate 3634 people. The appearance of this ship is like a floating park. And it really lives up to the design, with plenty of water activities on board. Beautiful place for traveling with the whole family. At any time, guests of the passenger liner can swim in the pools and try waterslides, have fun through wave and jacuzzi emulators. There are salons and massage therapists. Each room has TV and air conditioning. A park and a children's skating rink also attract tourists.
3646 passengers
Second place on the list is occupied by Carnival Dream, which weighs 130 thousand tons. The ship provides accommodation for 3,646 people. Its length is 306 meters. We are talking about a lunar park that can move on water. I often celebrate weddings on the ship, and prominent celebrities relax. The advantages of the ship include the presence of several cinemas and excellent service. Each room has air conditioning, TV, bar. In addition, all cabins offer excellent interior design and comfort.
3700 passengers
The largest cruise ships in the world also include the Celebrity Eclipse. Its weight is 122 thousand tons. The deck length is 315 meters. The ship consists of 19 decks. There is a croquet and bocce court. If four Boeing 747s were lined up in a row, their overall length would be shorter than that of the Celebrity Eclipse. In total, the ship has enough cabins to accommodate 3,700 people. Moreover, each room on the ship provides excellent conditions for travel. There is a bar, showers, and 24-hour service.
» usually associated with travel in conditions of increased comfort in exotic parts of the world's oceans...In an effort to simultaneously solve two opposing problems - on the one hand, to accept as many tourists as possible on board the ship, on the other hand, to provide them with the most comfortable conditions, as well as to make their stay on board during the voyage as interesting and culturally rich as possible, cruise companies are forced to constantly increase the size of the ship. their liners.
In this article we will talk about the six largest cruise ships weighing (displacement) more than 150 thousand tons.
Oasis of the Seas
Length– 361 m
Width– 60 m
Height– 72 m
Speed– 22.6 knots
Crew– 2165 people
Displacement– 225 thousand tons
– 6400
The vessel was built in Finland and is owned by cruise company Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd, operated by Royal Caribbean International, a tour operator and shipping company. In operation since December 2009.
Oasis of the Seas can be considered a champion in the " The largest cruise ships in the world"in terms of the volume and variety of entertainment provided to tourists. Here is the largest casino on the cruise fleet, a theater for 1380 spectators, a water amphitheater with an arena for 750 seats, and clubs for lovers of humor and jazz. For the first time in cruise practice, a real park has been laid out on one of the decks Among the numerous sports facilities, noteworthy are the ice skating rink and the golf course.
Length– 361 m
Width– 60 m
Height– 72 m
Speed– 22.6 knots
Crew– 2100 people
Displacement– 225 thousand tons
Maximum passenger capacity – 6400
In fact, it is a twin of the Oasis of the Seas, its hull is only five centimeters longer than its predecessor. Owned by Allure of the Seas Inc and operated by the same tour operator since December 2010.
Length– 339 m
Width– 56 m
Height– 64 m
Speed– 21.6 knots
Crew– 1360 people
Displacement– 154 thousand tons
Maximum passenger capacity – 4370
The ship is earlier (2006) built from the same series of superliners as the two previous ones. Owned by the same owners and operated by the same company.
When designing Freedom of the Seas, preference was given to water activities. There are water slides, dozens of different pools, a jacuzzi, a wave emulator, a children's water park for children and, apparently, for contrast, an ice skating rink.
Length– 339 m
Width– 56 m
Height– 72 m
Speed– 22 knots
Crew– 1360 people
Displacement– 154 thousand tons
Maximum passenger capacity – 4370
Can be used in the pool all year round Caribbean Sea. It belongs to the same Freedom class, and has all the wonders and novelties of liners of this class - an ice skating rink, a mini-golf course, a climbing wall, and even a surf pool with artificial surf. A distinctive feature that made Liberty of the Seas popular is the famous promenade, stretching almost across the entire ship.
Independence of the Seas
Length– 339 m
Width– 56 m
Height– 72 m
Speed– 21.6 knots
Crew– 1365 people
Displacement– 160 thousand tons
Maximum passenger capacity – 3634
Also a Freedom class ship of the same owners, specialized for European cruises. When designing the liner, much attention was paid to the comfortable accommodation of tourists. There are six on board various types accommodation, including the Presidential Apartments, their total area- more than 200 sq. meters. The apartment can accommodate up to 14 passengers and features four bedrooms, four bathrooms, a large living room with a dining table and a huge veranda-lounge with a jacuzzi.
Queen Mary II (Queen Mary II)
Length– 345 m
Width– 41 m
Height– 72 m
Speed– 30 knots (56 km/h)
Crew– 1253 people
Displacement– 151 thousand tons
Maximum passenger capacity – 2620
At the time of construction and commissioning in January 2004 at the shipyards in Saint-Nazaire (France), the Queen Mary II was the world's largest passenger ship. Currently, this is the only vessel serving the traditional transatlantic line Southampton - New York, route of the legendary Titanic. Owned and the flagship of the British shipping company Cunard Line. Many tourists aboard the Queen Mary II are attracted by the opportunity for passengers to look directly into the eyes of the Statue of Liberty from the upper deck as the liner passes through New York Harbor.
Once again the biggest a cruise ship in the world, Harmony of the Seas left the shipyard in the port of France and went to the USA. The liner cost the customer Royal Caribbean International €1 billion. The 18-deck liner is 50 meters higher Eiffel Tower and a third longer than the Titanic. The same company built Quantum of the Seas two years ago - its width exceeds the wingspan of a Boeing 747, it is positioned as the most futuristic of all the company's liners.
Cruise ship Harmony of the Seas
Length: 362 meters
Capacity: more than 6000 passengers
Routes: transatlantic cruise; On May 22, the liner will set off on its first cruise from Southampton (England); A week-long cruise from Barmelona is planned in June, and from Rome in July.
Cruise cost: from $650 for four nights
Harmony of the Seas is an Oasis class cruise ship of the American company Royal Caribbean International. There are 18 decks available for passengers on the ship, including decks overlooking the ocean, and a variety of entertainment - three water slides, a Bionic Bar with robot bartenders, and high-speed Internet, not to mention the standard spa and casino for Royal Caribbean ships.
Cruise ship Quantum of the Seas
Length: 348 meters
Capacity: up to 4905 passengers
Routes: transatlantic cruise; Quantum of the seas will operate cruises from Asian ports throughout the summer.
Cruise cost: from $800 for five nights
Quantum of the Seas is Royal Caribbean International's first Quantum-class cruise ship; it will be followed by Anthem of the Seas in April 2015 and Ovation of the Seas in fall 2016. For passengers on liners of this class, 16 decks are available, including eight decks overlooking the ocean, an observation tower on the upper deck that raises anyone 90 meters above sea level, and a variety of entertainment from a racing track to an outdoor swimming pool with a large video screen, not to mention about standard spas and casinos for Royal Caribbean ships.
Cruise ship Oasis of the Seas
Length: 362 meters
Routes: cruises to the Caribbean and Bahamas
Cruise cost: from $1564 for 9 nights
Oasis of the Seas is an Oasis-class ship, the first in history to accommodate 6,000 people. He shares the title of the most big airliner in the world with Allure of seas, a Royal Caribbean ship that set off on its maiden voyage a year later. The ship has two-story cabins with an area of 150 square meters, mini-golf, zipline, volleyball and basketball courts, karaoke and two climbing walls. Oasis of the Seas was built in Turku, Finland, and shortly after completion of construction, it sailed to Fort Lauderdale (Florida, USA). The liner passed under the Great Belt suspension bridge in Denmark, despite the fact that the bridge allows ships up to 65 meters high, and Oasis of the Seas is seven meters higher: the liner had to retract its exhaust pipes.
Cruise ship Allure of the Seas
Length: 362 meters
Capacity: up to 6296 passengers
Routes: Caribbean Islands, Bahamas, Mexico
Cruise cost: from $558 for seven nights
Formally, Allure of the Seas is 50 millimeters longer than Oasis of the seas: however, it is possible that the difference in length is due solely to the difference in temperature during the measurement of the liners. Otherwise, Allure of the Seas is similar to its older brother: 25 restaurants and cafes, almost 2,400 crew members, seven different zones, climbing walls, a basketball court, and a zipline. Allure of the Seas features the first-ever Starbucks at sea, 1920s-themed parties and the musical Mamma mia!
Cruise ship Norwegian Epic
Length: 330 meters
Capacity: up to 5183 passengers
Itineraries: Caribbean islands alternate with Mediterranean and Canary Islands cruises
Cruise cost: from $495 for four nights
According to a recent Italian study, Norwegian Epic is travelers' favorite and most luxurious cruise camp, with Allure of the Seas trailing by 21%. The main feature of this ship is that in addition to traditional cabins, Norwegian Epic offers studios for single tourists, with a special design, access to your own lounge and a special price. There is plenty of entertainment on the ship, with live music constantly playing and the performance group Blue Man Group performing regularly.
Cruise ship Independence of the Seas
Length: 339 meters
Capacity: up to 4375 passengers
Routes: Main routes are from Fort Lauderdale in the Caribbean and from Southampton in Europe
Cruise cost: from $278 for three nights
Before the construction of Oasis of the Seas, the most big liners There were Freedom class liners in the world: Independence of the Seas, Freedom of the Seas (first voyage - June 4, 2006) and Liberty of the Seas (first voyage - May 19, 2007). All three ships, identical in tonnage, length and capacity, have a huge themed water park, ice skating rink, surf park and boxing ring. Independence of the Seas also has a heated swimming pool. In May of this year, the liner was arrested in the Norwegian port of Ålesund for non-payment of fees. However, Royal Caribbean paid the required 600,000 crowns (approximately €72,150) within an hour, and the ship continued on its way.
Cruise ship Queen Mary 2
Length: 345 meters
Capacity: up to 3090 passengers
Routes: Transatlantic, cruises to European ports, Caribbean islands and more
Cruise cost: from $345 for two nights
Queen Mary 2 is the first major transatlantic ocean liner since Queen Elizabeth 2, built in 1969, and the only one this moment regularly operating on the traditional Southampton - New York route. At the time of her launch, Queen Mary 2 was the largest passenger liner in the world; now he only ranks 7th. The liner is named after the same Queen Mary, which, under the name “Grey Ghost”, carried soldiers from Australia and America to Europe during the Second World War. On board Queen Mary 2 there is a library, planetarium and 3D cinema.
Cruise ship Norwegian Breakaway
Length: 324 meters
Capacity: up to 3988 passengers
Routes: Bahamas and Caribbean Islands
Cruise cost: from $699 for seven nights
Norwegian Breakaway is the largest ship all year round based in New York. Entertainment on board includes three Broadway shows, a comedy club and a restaurant by Michelin-starred chef Geoffrey Zakarian. The hull of the airliner was painted by American artist Peter Max. Norwegian Breakaway is quite a bit inferior in tonnage and capacity to Norwegian Getaway, a liner launched in February 2014 and sailing cruises from Miami to the Caribbean islands. Among other entertainments, the new liner offers passengers an Illusionarium with magicians and the musical Legally Blonde. Norwegian Getaway is an official partner of the Grammy Awards, and on board the ship there are several exhibits from the museum of the world's main music awards.
Cruise ship Royal Princess
Length: 330 meters
Capacity: up to 4100 passengers
Routes: Caribbean, Europe, British Isles
Cruise cost: from $465 for five nights
The naming ceremony for the Royal Princess was as British as you can imagine: on June 16, 2013, it was attended by the Royal Marines, the Irish Guards and Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, who, in fact, gave the liner its name. At the Royal Princess, with its Italian gelateria, cinema under open sky and a light show with dancing fountains, there is a sister ship - Regal Princess. Regal Princess made her maiden voyage on May 20 this year, although without a naming ceremony - she is expected to be in Fort Lauderdale in early November. Regal Princess will spend its first season in the Caribbean.
Cruise ship MSC Precious/MSC Preziosa
Length: 333 meters
Capacity: up to 3959 passengers
Routes: Mediterranean and a little Transatlantic (November 8, the liner departs from Venice to Salvador, Brazil)
Cruise cost: from €560 for seven nights
Preziosa was originally built for a Libyan transport company, but the civil war in Libya ruined these plans, and the liner was bought by the Italian MSC Cruises for $550 million. On-board entertainment included a Formula 1 simulator and a 4D cinema. Preziosa has a sister ship, MSC Divina, named after Sophia Loren in May 2012 - she also held the naming ceremony. In addition to the Mediterranean, Divina's itineraries include the Caribbean and Antilles.
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Just a few decades ago, sea cruises were considered a privilege only for wealthy members of bourgeois society. It cannot be said that now the cost of multi-day trips on comfortable ships has become significantly lower. But modern tourists choose cruises much more often than they did in the last century. Therefore, there are noticeably more ships available these days for a variety of social strata, and the size of the ships has long surpassed the legendary Titanic. Although it is unlikely that even among inquisitive tourists there will be many who will immediately name the largest ocean liner.
Some important facts about Oasis of the Seas
In the fall of 2009, an important event occurred at STX Finland, a shipyard in Finland. The 16-deck ocean liner launched in size left behind all cruise ships that existed at that time. Finnish shipbuilders could be proud of the liner, the owner of which was the customer Royal Caribbean International. This well-known American company spent almost $1.5 billion on the new project. In early December 2009, Oasis of the Seas - that's what the ship was named - set sail on its first 7-day cruise.
Not every traveler will be able to understand what is behind the figure of 45,000 tons - such is the weight of the hull of this giant liner. If we compare the ship with the infamous Titanic, it is worth noting that it is almost five times larger in size. The ocean liner, new at that time, could accommodate more than 6,200 passengers. In order not to overload the ship, during the operation of the ship, the organizers began to limit themselves to 5,400 guests. A special feature of the crew, numbering almost 2,200 people, is its international character, as it consists of citizens of 70 countries.
How will the liner surprise its passengers?
“Oasis of the Seas” - this is exactly what it sounds like in Russian - consists of 7 multifunctional thematic zones. Among them, “Central Park” stands out first of all, not much like the one located in New York, but playing the same important role in the lives of passengers. Here you can sit in the shade of 56 real trees and breathe in the fresh air, saturated with the pleasant aroma coming from more than 12,000 shrubs, flowers and other plants. For hungry travelers, this park has 6 stylish bars and restaurants.
Boardwalk, a spacious promenade area located on deck 6, seems like a crowded promenade with several small cafes, a carousel, constantly playing music, as well as children and their caring parents with ice cream in their hands. A less relaxed atmosphere prevails at the Royal Promenade. This area, located on deck 5, is preferred by the wealthier crowd, who are willing to part with significant sums of money in one of the 8 shops located here. All other areas are associated with entertainment or active recreation.
Sports and fitness on the ship
Despite the comfort of all 2,706 spacious cabins, passengers most often only spend the night in them. After all, the ocean liner offers such a variety of activities that every traveler is sure to find something that exactly suits his desires and requirements. By choosing one of four pools, vacationers can simply swim, play water volleyball or do aerobics. Daredevils enjoy testing their climbing abilities. There is a special wall for them on deck 6.
Young people willingly put on skates and go to Studio B on those days when it turns into an ice skating rink. For passionate fans of mini golf, a small court is always open. On the spacious sports ground, passengers enthusiastically play tennis or volleyball. Sometimes basketball competitions are even held here. Men can train for hours in a small gym, and women enjoy transforming their image in a beauty salon. All this is available to travelers at Vitality, a state-of-the-art spa and fitness center.
Entertainment on the ship
Oasis of the Seas passengers will have to work hard to feel bored. In addition to dance competitions, beer tasting, painting auctions or karaoke, travelers can enjoy entertainment at several stage venues:
- in Studio B - a multifunctional theater - the public enjoys ice performances;
- mesmerizing melodies of jazz sound in the Jazz Club;
- The Opal Theater, which seats over 1,300, delights audiences with the three-hour musical Cats;
- Aqua Theater entertains travelers with performances by gymnasts and swimmers;
- at the Comedy Club, talented comedians amuse the audience with their witty reprises;
- young travelers enjoy participating in the parade of their favorite cartoon characters, and young people relax in Blaze, a democratic club.
restaurants and bars
It is unlikely that the passengers of the Oasis of the Seas will be able to go on a diet. The ocean liner accommodates 24 bars and restaurants, the choice of dishes in which will not disappoint even the pickiest gourmets. Among them, several of the most popular establishments stand out:
- Gourmets can discover the taste of Mexican dishes at Sabor;
- Rising Tide Bar moves slowly, like a large elevator, between decks 5 and 8; here you can enjoy great cocktails;
- Giovanni’s Table delights visitors with Italian dishes;
- Coastal Kitchen acts as a great vantage point;
- no one will go hungry after an 8-course meal at 150 Central Park;
- lovers of real pizza will love dinner at Sorrento’s.
This is only a small part of the list of restaurants and bars whose halls await guests of the ship.
The past and future of cruise ships
There are more and more tourists dreaming of going on long sea voyages. Shipbuilding companies are rushing to satisfy the desires of their customers who need multi-deck ships. 2010 was marked by the appearance of Allure of the Seas, which surpassed the Oasis of the Seas in size. Russian shipbuilding cannot yet boast of such achievements. But in the bygone Soviet Union, one of the worthy competitors to the Western cruise ships was considered "Mikhail Lermontov". The ship, built by East German specialists, largely repeated the fate of the Titanic, when in 1986 it set out from Sydney on a cruise with 408 passengers and sank near New Zealand. Thanks to the tanker and ferry that came to the rescue, no one, except one of the crew members, was injured.
Soviet citizens could be proud of the ship if they knew what the Mikhail Lermontov was. The ship delighted its passengers with relaxation in the music salon, cocktails and dinner in 5 bars and a restaurant, playing tennis in the gym, watching new films in a spacious cinema and many other entertainments. But then, due to the ideological attitudes of the government, most Soviet people knew practically nothing about him. Now airliners have become even more comfortable. In the future, ships will certainly appear, in comparison with which even the recently built “Harmony of the Seas” - an 18-deck liner - will seem like an ordinary ship.
