Vacationers can pick from a lineup of
vacations across Europe, including
the returning Harmony of the Seas and a special solar
eclipse experience
MIAMI, Nov. 1, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Calling all vacationers: Royal Caribbean is turning
up the adventure in Europe for
summer 2026. Travelers can explore the best of Europe across 60-plus destinations with their
pick of five headlining vacations starting in Athens (Piraeus), Greece; Barcelona,
Spain; Rome
(Civitavecchia) and Ravenna, Italy; and Southampton, England. From Harmony
of the Seas and its bold return to Barcelona to all-time favorites
Odyssey, Brilliance,
Explorer and Liberty of the Seas,
the variety of 2- to 14-night getaways makes for an
action-packed roster with ways for every type of family
and adventurer to make memories. Starting today,
vacationers can set their sights on Europe and book the new 2026 adventures
on Royal Caribbean's
website.
The bold, new getaways in Europe set the stage for vacationers to visit,
see, hear and taste their way around many of the world's most
sought-after destinations. The lineup spans from the sun-soaked
beaches in the Mediterranean, including Santorini and
Mykonos, Greece, to the
historic streets of Dubrovnik, Croatia, and the jaw-dropping views of the
Norwegian fjords in northern Europe. Plus, adventurers can have front-row
seats to see a rare solar eclipse in August on
Liberty.
The adventures continue in between with a combination of ways to
thrill, chill, dine, drink and be entertained. Highlights include a
range of flavors for all tastebuds, from steakhouses to
sushi, deck-defying entertainment across air, ice, water
and theater, and adrenaline-pumping activities like the RipCord
by iFly skydiving simulator, the Perfect Storm
racing waterslides and the signature FlowRider surf
simulator.
Europe Summer 2026 Highlights
- Harmony of the Seas – From Barcelona
On 7-night
adventures, vacationers are set to visit destinations like
Palma de Mallorca, Spain; Florence (La Spezia) and Naples, Italy; and Provence
(Marseille), France. With everything from historic
monuments to stunning landscapes, travelers can take in the vibrant
culture of the Western Mediterranean and wander through the
majestic Palma Cathedral in Mallorca or marvel at masterpieces like
Michelangelo's David at the Galleria dell'Accademia in Florence (La Spezia). All ages have something
to look forward to on Harmony with an impressive lineup of
thrills, ways to chill and signature adventures that vacationers
know and love. Families can enjoy the 10-story Ultimate
Abyss dry slide, the Perfect Storm trio of
waterslides, full-scale entertainment across four
stages, a nine-deck-high zip line, twin FlowRider surf
simulators and a world of flavors across dozens of
restaurants, bars and lounges.
- Odyssey of the Seas – From Rome (Civitavecchia)
Odyssey is
set to deliver 7- to 9-night vacations from charming
destinations such as Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey, and Naples to the idyllic islands of
Mykonos and Santorini, Greece. Adventurers can immerse themselves
in centuries of history and culture, from the iconic white
buildings of Santorini to the temples of Ephesus. The memories
continue on deck with thrills like the gravity-defying RipCord
by iFly skydiving simulator, along with indoor and outdoor
pools and 20-plus restaurants, bars and lounges from
around the world, like fresh sushi and sashimi at Izumi and
Tuscan favorites at Giovanni's Table.
- Liberty of the Seas – From Southampton
Vacationers can set their
sights on 2- to 9-night bucket-list adventures to
picturesque spots like the awe-inspiring Norwegian fjords,
the medieval streets of Bruges, Belgium, and the colorful Nyhavn harbor
and charming Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen, Denmark. In between soaking up
the culture of northern Europe,
adventurers are in for thrills on The Perfect Storm racing
waterslides, ice skating and bonding over family
favorites at spots like Sorrento's Pizza and Johnny
Rockets. For an extraordinary total eclipse experience,
families can join the special solar eclipse adventure on
Aug. 7, 2026, and witness the
celestial event with the ocean as the ultimate backdrop.
- Explorer of the Seas – From
Ravenna
With a combination of 7- to 14-night
adventures, vacationers can set their sights on the Aegean
and Adriatic seas and charming cities like Dubrovnik and
Zadar, Croatia, and
Athens (Piraeus), featuring
a mix of ancient sights, idyllic beaches and crystal-clear waters.
Travelers are in for memorable experiences from sunrise to sunset,
like unwinding by the pool or the adults-only Solarium,
rejuvenating at the Vitality Spa, catching a wave on Royal
Caribbean's signature FlowRider surf simulator and savoring
flavors at Chops Grille and Chef's Table for a
five-course experience.
- Brilliance of the Seas – From Athens (Piraeus), Rome (Civitavecchia), Ravenna and Barcelona
For those looking to dive
into history, adventurers have their choice of 7-night
vacations to Athens
(Piraeus), Rome (Civitavecchia),
Barcelona, the Greek
Isles, and Ephesus (Kusadasi) and Istanbul, Turkey. Vacationers can explore the
ancient wonders of Athens
(Piraeus), from the iconic Acropolis and Parthenon to the Temple of
Zeus, stroll through the vibrant streets of Barcelona and immerse themselves in the rich
history of Rome (Civitavecchia) at
the Colosseum or admire the intricate details of the Pantheon. On
Brilliance, travelers can enjoy a lineup of dining,
entertainment, nightlife and more, unwind in the serene
adults-only Solarium, complete with pools and whirlpools;
test their skills on the rock-climbing wall; and savor
flavors of all kinds, ranging from steakhouse classics at Chops
Grille to sushi at Izumi.
Holidaymakers can learn more about new and upcoming European
adventures by visiting Royal Caribbean's website.
About Royal Caribbean International
Royal Caribbean International, part of Royal Caribbean Group
(NYSE: RCL), has delivered memorable vacations for more than 50
years. The cruise line's game-changing ships and private
destinations revolutionize vacations with innovations and an
all-encompassing combination of experiences, from thrills to dining
and entertainment, for every type of family and vacationer. Voted
"Best Cruise Line Overall" for 21 consecutive years in the Travel
Weekly Readers Choice Awards, Royal Caribbean makes memories with
adventurers across more than 300 destinations in 80 countries on
all seven continents, including the line's top-rated private
destination, Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas.
Media can stay up to date by following @RoyalCaribPR on X
and visiting www.RoyalCaribbeanPressCenter.com. For additional
information or to book, vacationers can visit
www.RoyalCaribbean.com, call (800) ROYAL-CARIBBEAN or contact their travel advisor.
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