Set sail for the skies

Fancy delicious cuisine, incredible entertainment and the chance to discover the world as you glide upon the sparkling waves? Cruise towards new adventures collecting Avios as you go when you book a holiday with Royal Caribbean. Thanks to a new partnership, British Airways Executive Club Members can get even more from their cruise, collecting three Avios for every pound spent.* Put those Avios (the reward currency of the BA Executive Club) towards future exploring, from flights to hotel stays, car hire and more. It’s a match made in travel heaven. To get you in the mood for the seven seas, here are four more reasons to set sail.

300+ BUCKET-LIST DESTINATIONS

From the platinum sands of the Caribbean to the turquoise cenotes of Mexico, the wind-lashed fjords of Alaska and the myriad wonders of Asia, Europe and the South Pacific, Royal Caribbean sails to more than 300 ports of call. Guests travelling to the Bahamas can spend a fun-packed day at Perfect Day at CocoCay, a private island destination just for Royal Caribbean guests with beautiful beaches and pristine water that’s perfect for watersports, ziplining and adrenaline-rush attractions at the Thrill Water Park. As well as the Caribbean, you can dive with tropical fish on the Great Barrier Reef, watch whales lobtail in the Pacific Ocean, venture into tangled emerald rainforests in the South Pacific, or leave an offering and words of gratitude at an ancient temple in Japan. Perhaps you’re longing to see a Santorini sunset, gasp at the Great Wall of China or feast on spicy noodles on a pearl-white beach in Thailand? Whatever (and wherever) you’re dreaming of, British Airways and Royal Caribbean will take you there. Making travel easy, many Royal Caribbean ports are easily reached from British Airways’ global route network. Simply fly in and set sail. 

THE WORLD’S BIGGEST CRUISE SHIP

Supersize holidays on board the world’s largest and most impressive cruise ship, flaunting best-in-class architecture and design. Cruising reaches a crescendo with Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas. Whether you opt to sail to the Eastern or Western Caribbean on this cutting-edge vessel, expect to be amazed by the dazzling on-board facilities. We’re talking more than 20 decks and 40 restaurants, eight ‘neighbourhoods’ including the family-centric Surfside, unique experiences, seven pools, the largest water park at sea with six record-breaking slides, megawatt live shows and gourmet globetrotting.

A FLEET OF DELICIOUS DINING OPTIONS

Take your taste buds on holiday with Royal Caribbean’s exceptional cruise dining. Get a taste of the sea at Hooked Seafood, starting with just-shucked East Coast oysters. Savour sunshine dishes at Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen or hop to Mexico at El Loco Fresh, enjoying complimentary Mexican bites such as fish tacos and cheese nachos. Nibble on succulent sushi and sashimi at Izumi, or enjoy teppanyaki dishes rustled up with added theatrics at your table. Polish off prime steaks at Chops Grille and dress to impress for dinners in the Main Dining Room. Playmakers Sports Bar and Arcade combines classic arcade games and sports screenings with American classics, such as the juicy Playmakers Burger.

INCREDIBLE ON-BOARD ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

We don’t have enough space here to do justice to all of the boredom-defying activities and entertainment offered by Royal Caribbean. So, let’s just say that highlights include the world’s tallest slide at sea (the gulp-inducingly named Ultimate Abyss), FlowRider surf simulators, ice skating, the vertiginous Adrenaline Peak climbing wall, the Royal Escape Room, RipCord by iFLY and more. Little ones and teens will love the award-winning Adventure Ocean youth programme, while off-duty parents can relax in the spectacular Hideaway Pool, the first suspended infinity pool at sea, or unwind at Swim & Tonic, featuring ice-clinking drinks and mellow beats. By night, belt out pop and rock anthems at Spotlight Karaoke, catch live bands at Music Hall, sip your way around the bounty of bars, watch a moonlight movie or enjoy a West End show such as Mamma Mia! Expect surprises on every deck.

*Only available in the UK, Ireland, or Spain