Resort-Style Pools and Waterslides on Utopia of the Seas

When Royal Caribbean International unveils the Utopia of the Seas in the upcoming summer for the short cruise market, the latest addition to the Oasis class ship will introduce a variety of exciting features. These new additions will encompass pools, waterslides, and enhanced food and beverage options.

The pools on board will offer a resort-style atmosphere with sloping beach-entry. The ship will feature three pools and three Lime & Coconut bars, serving as the central hub of entertainment. Guests can indulge in high-speed waterslides called The Perfect Storm, while younger kids can enjoy the Splashaway Bay area. There will be opportunities to relax and soak up the sun while listening to lively island tunes. Additionally, nearby, guests can find a new poolside food truck offering convenient and casual handheld favorites. Mexican-inspired street food and refreshing drinks will be available at El Loco Fresh and Cantina Fresca, providing more dining options.

For adults seeking tranquility, the Solarium will serve as a serene retreat. It will offer a pool, whirlpools, and a bar, all accompanied by panoramic ocean views. The Suite Sun Deck, located in the exclusive Suite Neighborhood, will provide a private oasis with a pool offering a bird’s-eye view of the ocean, complemented by daybeds, loungers, and umbrellas.

In terms of adventure, the ship will offer thrilling experiences throughout its various areas. Guests can engage in record-breaking activities such as the Ultimate Abyss, an adrenaline-pumping slide that has been extended to 259 feet, featuring new zoom booster rollers and transparent racing windows. Other exciting attractions include a 10-story-high zip line, the signature FlowRider surf simulator, mini-golf at AquaDunes, and the Utopia Playscape, specifically designed for young children.

Regarding food and beverage options, guests will have the opportunity to embark on an immersive dining experience that combines multiple courses, technology, and different themes related to various destinations. Details about this unique experience will be revealed later. Additionally, the ship will introduce Izumi and Izumi in the Park, offering fresh sushi and Japanese-inspired sweets in a new location at Central Park. A revamped Izumi restaurant will feature an expanded teppanyaki area and new outdoor seating. Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar will be enhanced, now occupying two stories and including a new outside terrace, Gio’s Terrazza, overlooking the signature Boardwalk. Returning favorites such as The Mason Jar Southern Restaurant & Bar, Windjammer, Hooked Seafood, and Chops Grille will also be available, with Chops Grille now connected to the signature Trellis Bar.

New bars and entertainment options will be introduced, including the Pesky Parrot, a Caribbean-themed bar on the Royal Promenade, serving fruit-based cocktails with rum, tequila, and gin, as well as frozen drinks. The ship will feature two casinos, Casino Royale, offering over 370 slot machines and nearly 30 table games. Live music will be a prominent feature, with five venues offering a range of genres, including Spotlight Karaoke, Boleros, Music Hall, Bell & Barley, and the Schooner Bar. The ship’s entertainment will feature captivating original production shows across various settings, such as the AquaTheater with high diving, slacklining, and acrobatics, Studio B with ice-skating performances, and the Royal Theater with theatrical productions.