Enchantment of the Seas to Debut in Alaska in 2023

Royal Caribbean Becomes First to Cruise in Alaska

ROYAL CARIBBEAN REVEALS FOUR WORLD-CLASS SHIPS HEAD TO ALASKA IN 2023

Enchantment of the Seas willΒ Make its Alaska DebutΒ Alongside FavoritesΒ Ovation, QuantumΒ andΒ Radiance of the Seas

Royal Caribbean International announced this past week that adventurers can set course forΒ AlaskaΒ with their choice of four world-class cruise ships in summer 2023. Three bold, returning favorites, Ovation,Β Quantum and RadianceΒ of the Seas, will be joined byΒ Enchantment of the SeasΒ to offer families and all travelers a variety of ways to experience the Last Frontier and its majestic glaciers, breathtaking wildlife and charming towns.Β 

Now open to book, the new, far-reaching lineup of 7-night cruises will sail fromΒ Seattle, Washington;Β Vancouver, British Columbia; andΒ Seward, Alaska between May and September 2023.

Enchantment of the Seas to Debut in Alaska in 2023

Following summer 2022, Royal Caribbean’s boldest Alaska season yet, the cruise line’s return in 2023 will be its second consecutive year with four ships in the region. From Mendenhall Glacier to the Inside Passage, to onboard memory-making thanks to unique experiences such as simulated skydiving on RipCord by iFly and taking in awe-inspiring views through acres of glass, vacationers have in store cool thrills from one day to the next. 

OvationΒ andΒ Quantum of the Seas

Cruising from: Seattle

Both Ovation and Quantum will deliver unparalleled, signature adventures against the jaw-dropping backdrop of Alaska’s picturesque landscapes for the second consecutive summer, sailing from Seattle. Whether from North Star β€“ a world-recordholder as the highest viewing deck on a cruise ship – or the RipCord by iFly skydiving experience, guests will have panoramic views of the scenic fjords, sweeping mountains and pristine wilderness – all from on board.

OnΒ Ovation’sΒ cruises, departing on Fridays, travelers can discover the best of Alaska from one charming town to the next. Extended stays also offer adventure seekers more time to explore inΒ Skagway,Β Alaska, where one can retrace the steps of the historic Klondike Gold Rush and visit a restored 19th-century railroad depot; and state capitalΒ Juneau, Alaska, which offers dogsledding across Mendenhall Glacier and explorations of centuries-old mining trails. Plus, vacationers can head to the road less traveled atΒ Ward CoveΒ near Ketchikan where they can take in the unspoiled scenery along the Tongass Narrows and the wildlife that calls it home, like sea lions, bald eagles and porpoise.

Enchantment of the Seas to Debut in Alaska in 2023

Departing on Mondays,Β Quantum’s stunning itineraries will bring travelers up close to the massive Dawes Glacier after sailing through the impressive Endicott Arm, alongside visits to four coastal communities, including Ketchikan, Alaska, andΒ Victoria, British Columbia. When heading ashore, travelers can look forward to immersing themselves in the local culture while at destinations likeΒ SitkaΒ andΒ Icy Strait Point, Alaska, home to the rich history of the Tlingit and activities ranging from kayak island-hopping to whale watching and fishing.

In between exploring storied destinations, guests can enjoy both award-winning ships’ memorable Royal Caribbean experiences.Β From the FlowRider surf simulatorΒ and rock climbing wall to theΒ SeaPlex,Β the largest indoor activity complex at sea – which featuresΒ bumper cars, a full-size basketball court,Β roller-skating rinkΒ and more – vacationers of all ages can get their adrenaline pumping. To wind things down after an action-packed day, travelers can kick back at the Vitality Spa and the indoor or outdoor pools that double as front-row seats to see the spectacular surroundings the region offers. Guests can also delight their palates with a world of flavors at restaurants like American steakhouse Chops Grille, the Asian-inspired Izumi orΒ Jamie’s ItalianΒ before catching the cruise line’s original entertainment productions.

RadianceΒ andΒ Enchantment of the Seas

Cruising from: Seward and Vancouver | Vancouver

Radiance will, once again, sail alternating southbound and northbound itineraries that depart fromΒ SewardΒ and Vancouver. Travelers will have the opportunity to discover the region’s magnificent landscapes firsthand when visitingΒ Icy Strait Point, Sitka and Skagway, and as they sail theΒ Inside PassageΒ and byΒ Hubbard Glacier.

The thrills continue on board Radiance with an exhilarating, 40-foot-tall rock climbing wall, poolside movie nights under the stars and guest-favorite dining venues, such as Chops Grille, Giovanni’s Table and Izumi. Plus, on deck are endless views through expansive ocean-facing glass elevators and floor-to-ceiling windows.

Enchantment makes its way to the Pacific coast for its debut Alaska season, sailing roundtrip fromΒ Vancouver. Vacationers have in store more glaciers than one,Β Hubbard GlacierΒ andΒ Tracy ArmΒ fjord, and inspiring destinations likeΒ Haines,Β Ketchikan – the gateway to the wild landscapes and seascapes – SkagwayΒ andΒ Juneau.

At each destination, guests can make lifelong memories on a variety of once-in-a-lifetime excursions. The experiences run the gamut from dogsledding in Skagway, alpine off-roading with an all-terrain vehicle, canoeing, kayaking and soaring to new heights on a helicopter ride for a bird’s-eye view of the mountains and glaciers. A day of thrills can end with unplugging and unwinding on board Enchantment atthe indoor and outdoor pools and whirlpools, Vitality Spa, and a lineup of bars, lounges and restaurants – from Park CafΓ© to Chops Grille.

Aloha to the Pacific

Ovation, QuantumΒ andΒ Radiance of the SeasΒ will head to the idyllic islands of Hawaii, where vacationers can discover its renowned rainforests, waterfalls and postcard-perfect beaches. On the way to Alaska, Ovation andΒ QuantumΒ will offer a 9- and 10-night sailing, respectively, that starts with island hopping from Oahu, Kailua-Kona and an overnight in Maui for two full days of adventure. In October 2023,Β OvationΒ will offer a 9-night cruise from the Pacific Northwest to Hawaii, complete with three island visits and an overnight in Maui.

Sailing from Honolulu to Vancouver, RadianceΒ will welcome guests to an 11-night cruise beginning with an overnight in Oahu and then continuing with visits to Maui and both the leeward and windward coasts of the Big Island, before crossing the Pacific Ocean.Β 

More details and information on Royal Caribbean’s newly opened 2023 Alaska itineraries are available atΒ RoyalCaribbean.com.

SOURCE Royal Caribbean International

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  • Do you know if Enchantment will have the floor to ceiling windows like the Radiance does sailing in Alaska? Will it be refurbished before it sails next season to Alaska?