Two Royal Caribbean Ships Arrive in Asia-Pacific For the Season

Two Royal Caribbean ships have arrived to the Asia-Pacific region for the season. Navigator of the Seas made its Asia debut on Thursday, starting a year-long season of voyages from Singapore. Anthem of the Seas arrived back in Sydney this week, joining Quantum of the Seas which is sailing from Brisbane.

Navigator of the Seas

From Singapore, travelers can choose from two to five-night cruises across southeast Asia aboard Navigator of the Seas. Destinations include Penang, Malaysia; Phuket, Thailand; and Langkawi, Malaysia.

A 10-night itinerary will also be offered to Thailand and Vietnam, with stops in Ho Chi Minh City and coastal Da Nang, as well as an overnight stay in Bangkok. Longer 12-night cruises between Singapore and Tokyo explore destinations across Japan, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.

Aboard the ship, passengers can enjoy The Blaster and Riptide waterslides, Battle for Planet Z laser tag, the Royal Escape Room, and the Splashaway Bay waterpark for the littlest cruisers. Dining on board include Japanese restaurant Izumi, Italian venue Jamie’s Italian, and fresh seafood at Hooked.

Anthem of the Seas

Anthem of the Seas is back in Sydney, Australia, and will be offering a variety of itineraries across Australia’s east coast.

Three to eight-night cruises visit Hobart and Queensland, showcasing Tasmania’s historic charm and the tropical gems of the Sunshine State. Seven to nine-night South Pacific escapes visit Nouméa, New Caledonia, plus Port Vila and Mystery Island, Vanuatu.

anthem of the seas in sydney australia — (Credit: Royal Caribbean)

Those seeking longer getaways can embark on one of the ship’s nine to 12-night New Zealand adventures, exploring Picton, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin, and Milford Sound.

Aboard the ship, highlights include the American-style steakhouse Chops Grille, immersive dining at Wonderland, and Japanese bites at Izumi. Unique amenities include the North Star observation capsule that takes passengers high above the ship, the RipCord by iFly skydiving simulator, and the FlowRider surfing simulator.