Royal Caribbean will offer European vacations by 2025 aboard six ships sailing from five popular destinations. These include the Allure of the Seas, Odyssey, Independence, Explorer, Voyager, and Brilliance of the Seas, with itineraries ranging from two to twelve nights to desirable destinations such as Greece, Croatia, Italy, Portugal, Spain, and France.
The ships will depart from Athens (Piraeus) in Greece; Barcelona; Ravenna and Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy; or Southampton, England, with Royal Caribbean. The program includes the coasts and cities of the Mediterranean, such as Rhodes, Santorini, and Mykonos in Greece; Florence (La Spezia) in Italy; and Nice (Villefranche) in France, as well as the landscapes of Dubrovnik in Croatia; Madeira in Portugal; and the Norwegian fjords.
Highlights include more than 30 ways to dine and drink across the Allure 's seven neighborhoods, twin FlowRider surf simulators , and entertainment in the air, on ice, on water, and in theaters; along with the Odyssey 's RipCord by iFly skydiving experience , North Star (the all-glass observation pod that soars up to 90 meters above the ocean), and culinary flavors ranging from sushi to Italian food, among other experiences.
Europe's highlights for summer 2025
- Allure of the Seas – From Barcelona and Rome (Civitavecchia)
For seven nights, passengers will visit destinations in Spain, France, and Italy, including Palma de Mallorca in Spain; Florence (La Spezia) and Naples in Italy; and Provence (Marseille) in France. They will experience iconic landmarks such as the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the culture of Mallorca, and the famous Neapolitan pizza in Naples.
- Odyssey of the Seas – From Rome (Civitavecchia)
The 7- to 12-night adventures are scheduled to visit destinations such as Naples; Ephesus (Kusadasi) in Turkey; Limassol in Cyprus; and Crete, Mykonos, Rhodes, and Santorini in Greece. Guests can enjoy breathtaking sights, from the white buildings of Santorini to UNESCO World Heritage sites like Pompeii in Italy, and the Odyssey will be the first of its kind to spend the night in Istanbul.
- Independence of the Seas – From Southampton
The UK's favorite short break is back in town after six years, with holiday packages ranging from 2 to 12 nights. From short breaks to the culture-rich city of Bruges (Zeebrugge) in Belgium, to seven nights exploring the Norwegian fjords or Spain, Portugal, France, and more, the adventures holidaymakers can choose from cover the whole spectrum. Highlights include Copenhagen in Denmark; the Canary Islands and Bilbao in Spain; Lisbon and the Azores in Portugal; Paris (Le Havre) in France; and Oslo and Haugesund in Norway.
- Voyager of the Seas – From Athens (Piraeus), Barcelona, Ravenna and Rome (Civitavecchia)
On this seven-night holiday in the Eastern and Western Mediterranean, guests will visit destinations such as Provence (Marseille) in France; Sicily and Sardinia in Italy; and Valencia in Spain; and spend the night in vibrant Istanbul and Santorini. They will discover places like the Marinieres beach in Nice (Villefranche) or the experience of enjoying gelato in Dubrovnik's Old Town.
- Explorer of the Seas – From Ravenna
Travelers can set their sights on the Aegean and Adriatic Seas on three different seven-night holidays that visit a mix of idyllic beaches, forested mountains, and crystal-clear waters in destinations such as Dubrovnik and Split in Croatia; Athens (Piraeus) and Argostoli in Greece; and Kotor in Montenegro.
- Brilliance of the Seas – From Athens (Piraeus)
With the opportunity to choose between two seven-night adventure options to Cyprus, Greece, the Greek islands, and Turkey, you can immerse yourself in ancient history at sites like the 15th-century castle in Bodrum, Turkey, sample local delicacies in the marina of Limassol, sip cocktails while gazing at the blue domes of Mykonos, and even enjoy a night out in Istanbul.
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