The second largest cruise line is Royal Caribbean International; formally called Royal Caribbean Cruises; a name that many people still use. They are not just a one cruise line company, like Carnival they own other cruise lines; in Royals' case; Azamara Club Cruises; Celebrity Cruises and Pullmatur Cruises as well as a couple of smaller ones.
Royal Caribbean Cruising Style
The style of a typical Royal Caribbean cruise is that of what is known as a relaxed or American style of cruising. Yeas they still have a couple of Dress up nights and yes you need to wear smart casual when dining; however there are elements that make Royal Caribbean cruises far different then many other cruise lines; family fun and lots of it!
Royal Caribbean Ships
All Royal Caribbean ships are distinctive and not just by their size! They are all named with "Of The Seas" at the end; the list includes Allure of the Seas and Oasis of the Seas; the two largest cruise ships in the world. Another ship of note is Independence of the Seas; she cruises from Southampton year round.
Royal Caribbean Cruises 2012 & 2013
For 2012, Royal Caribbean has moved more ships to Europe than at any time in their history; Liberty of the Seas, like her sister Independence will now cruise in Europe during 2012 from Barcelona and Toulon. Navigator of the Seas will sail mainly from Rome while there will be Royal Caribbean Cruises in 2012 & 2013 year round from Dubai on-board Brilliance of the Seas and Serenade of the Seas.