Freedom of the Seas Features

A Close Shave

Type: Spa/Fitness

Whether you need a close shave for a special event or a simple haircut, this is the place where the guys go to sharpen their look. Guests can rekindle the nostalgia of their favorite neighborhood barbershop, indulging in traditional shaving, scalp and shoulder massages, haircut and shoe-shining services.

Adventure Ocean

Type: Kids Area

A play area with specially designed activities for kids from 3-17. Run by exceptional, energetic and college-educated staff.

Arcadia Theater

Type: Entertainment

If you love the drama, sequins, and excitement of Broadway, then catch a show at Arcadia Theater and prepare to be dazzled.

Art Gallery

Type: Entertainment

Original art is displayed in the onboard art gallery as well as throughout the ship. To purchase something for your own collection, visit an onboard art auction.

Ben and Jerry''s

Type: Dining

Vermont''s Finest Ice Cream is now available in port or at sea! Let one of our friendly staff scoop you a cup or cone of scrumptious Ben and Jerry''s ice cream, or indulge in a sundae, shake or smoothie. Everyone loves ice cream between meals - but don''t worry, we won''t tell if you substitute a waffle cone for breakfast!

Boleros Lounge

Type: Bar

Dance to Latin rhythms in Boleros and cool off with a refreshing Latin drink like a mojito or caipirinha.

Boutiques

Type: Shops

Onboard shopping options include a jewelry shop, gift shop, clothing boutique, perfumery, and liquor store.

Business Services

Type: More Ship Features

Business rests for no man nor vacation - for this reason, RC has their Business Services area to get a little bit of work done while on the high seas. Don''t work too hard!

Cafe Promenade

Type: Dining

Grab a fresh cup of coffee, fruit shakes, pastries, and sandwiches at the Sidewalk''s Caf along the Royal Promenade. Caf Promenade offers favorites like Seattle''s Best Coffee and tons of snacks to choose from and tables inside and outside out on the Promenade.

Casino Royale

Type: Casino

Our glittering casino features slot machines; extensive table games including Blackjack, \roulette, craps, and Caribbean Stud Poker; a bar and lounge area; a sports book; a poker room; and a players'' club.

Center Ice Rink

Type: Sports

When the professionals aren''t putting on one of their remarkable shows, enjoy our onboard skating rink.

Challengers Arcade

Type: Kids Area

Whether you''re playing to beat your best score or for a chance at a prize like an Apple iPod or Shuffle you''ll find plenty of challenges, excitement and fun at our fully-loaded onboard arcades. The cacophony of blips, bleeps, clangs and cheers. Winning is always fun, but the best part of playing video games at sea is our classic arcade atmosphere. Bring the whole family or escape by yourself to a land where cars are for racing and alien invaders need to be zapped. Our arcades offer diversions like air hockey tables, standard arcade games, driving games and prize-redemption games like Stacker, where players have a chance to win an Apple iPod or Shuffle. Our larger vessels also feature interactive dance games like Dance Dance Revolution and Pump It Up. Guests can activate their arcade account on their SeaPass card either by transferring credit or inserting cash at arcade kiosks.

Chop''s Grille

Type: Dining

This classic chophouse offers fabulous steaks and seafood dishes. It''s a great place to celebrate a special occasion or just another perfect day of vacation.

Cloud Nine

Type: More Ship Features

Need to gather up your group? Reserve Cloud Nine for meetings, seminars, and private parties. Cloud Nine provides a place for you to watch the sun sink below the horizon, and the stars appear one-by-one in the night sky.

Conference Center

Type: More Ship Features

Our comfortable conference center features state-of-the-art presentation equipment and a variety of meeting rooms.

Connoisseur Club

Type: Entertainment

Royal Caribbean, the cruise industry''s hottest trend-spotter, noticed the growing popularity of swanky cigarbars. So, what did they do? They moved the cigar and pipe smoking area out of its rotation between various small lounges, and gave lovers of fine tobacco a classy joint to call their own.

Day Spa and Fitness Center

Type: Spa/Fitness

The Fitness Center will offer vacationers a plentiful and varied selection of the latest cardio and resistance equipment for working out alone or for joining one of the several classes, including spinning, kickboxing, Pilates and yoga; our full-service spa offers a beauty salon and spa treatments including massage, manicures and seaweed body wraps.

Diamond Club

Type: More Ship Features

This exclusive members only lounge offers special perks to Royal Caribbeans most loyal cruise goers.

Dunes Mini Golf

Type: Sports

Come test your golf skills at our challenging miniature golf course that will entertain adults and children alike.

Flowrider

Type: Sports

Your friends are never going to believe you surfed onboard a ship! Even the best beaches have bad days, but on the FlowRider, surf''s always up. Plus, whether you''re boogie boarding or surfing, the FlowRider is great fun for all ages and all skill levels.

Fuel Teen Club

Type: Kids Area

Open ''til 2 a.m., teens can dance, listen to music, or just hang out.

General Store

Type: Shops

Port cities arent the only places to shop on a cruise--passengers can browse onboard for souvenirs, luxury goods, clothing, and accessories.

Guest Services and Explorations!

Type: More Ship Features

The place to go for general ship information, to report lost or damaged goods, and to exchange money or traveler''s checks. Shore excursions can also be booked at the Explorations! Desk.

H20 Zone

Type: Pools

The H2O Zone integrates colorful sculptures around a series of sprinklers, jets and water canons that guests can use to soak each other. In the evening, it transforms into a beautifully lit sculpture garden.

Jade Restaurant

Type: Dining

Try something new in a warm, casual atmosphere. It''s Jade, the latest addition to our specialty-dining restaurants and the first Asian fusion dining option onboard a Royal Caribbean ship. This buffet-style restaurant is open nightly for dinner and offers innovative creations as well as traditional Asian favorites.The cuisine in Jade is influenced by Thailand, Malaysia, China, Japan, Vietnam, India, and Indonesia, which our chefs have developed into exciting new dishes like Tom Kha Gai Chicken Coconut Soup and Ebi Ni Drunken Prawns with sake. Of course, there are also popular favorites, like Shanghai Noodles and Sushi Rolls and to complement your meal, a variety of beverages is offered, including sake, plum wine, green tea, Singapore Slings and Chinese, Japanese and Indian beers. The cuisine in Jade is influenced by Thailand, Malaysia, China, Japan, Vietnam, India, and Indonesia, which our chefs have developed into exciting new dishes like Tom Kha Gai Chicken Coconut Soup and Ebi Ni Drunken Prawns with sake. Of course, there are also popular favorites, like Shanghai Noodles and Sushi Rolls and to complement your meal, a variety of beverages is offered, including sake, plum wine, green tea, Singapore Slings and Chinese, Japanese and Indian beers.

Jewelry Shop

Type: Shops

Port cities arent the only places to shop on a cruise--passengers can browse onboard for souvenirs, luxury goods, clothing, and accessories.

Jogging Track

Type: Sports

Run laps while taking in the view. Our tracks are open to anyone and proper shoes are recommended.

Johnny Rockets

Type: Dining

Get the family together for good old-fashioned burgers and fries. Step into our ''50s diner, which features red naugahyde booths, formica counters, a jukebox, burgers, fries and, of course, good old-fashioned malted milk shakes.

Library

Type: Entertainment

An impressive selection of books are available to check out. Choose from a variety of topics, including travel, art, biography, fiction, nonfiction, science fiction, beauty, health, and more. Daily trivia games are often held here as well.

Logo Souvenir Shop

Type: Shops

Next to the General Store is the Royal Caribbean Logo Souvenir Shop where you can find everything imaginable with Royal Caribbean logos on it.

Main Dining Room

Type: Dining

The tasteful, three-tiered main dining room serves up classic cuisine with a side of attentive service and live music.

Olive or Twist

Type: Bar

Perched high above the sea, this glass-enclosed lounge is quite possibly the best place onboard to enjoy a cocktail and watch the sun set.

On Air Club

Type: Entertainment

Guests can belt out their favorite tune in the On Air Club karaoke bar. Grab a mic, a few friends, and bring your voice to the hottest onboard karaoke bar in the Royal Promenade.

Perfume Shop

Type: Shops

A great place to treat yourself or that special someone to your favorite scent at duty free rates.

Photo Gallery and Shop

Type: Shops

Check out the moments that our ship photographers have captured onboard in our photo gallery. A great memento for families and couples.

Plaza Bar

Type: Bar

Passengers can start off with a sake, tea, or cocktail at the Plaza Bar, with its backdrop of cascading water, at the entrance to the Plaza area.

Pool Bar

Type: Bar

Dip. Sip. Dip. Sip. How''s that for relaxing? Our pool bars make it easy to stay cool in the sun without having to stray too far from your deck chair. With only a few steps to both the pool and the bar, you can really maximize your lounging time and stay refreshed!

Portofino

Type: Dining

If magnificent Italian cuisine with an intimate atmosphere and an upscale flavor is your style, then Portofino is where you should be. Portofino is one of our specialty restaurants that offer a luxurious dining experience you won''t soon forget.

Promenade

Type: Entertainment

Stroll through the Royal Promenade to shop at boutiques or find just the pub, caf, or restaurant you''ve been looking for.

Pub

Type: Bar

Whether you like your suds hoppy or stout, the Pub is happy to accommodate with a full list of imported beers.

RC Online

Type: More Ship Features

It''s high tech on the high seas! With royalcaribbean online, for a small fee you can access the Internet, send e-mails or send your family an e-postcard with your picture in it.

Rock Climbing Wall

Type: Sports

At 150-200 feet above sea level, our rock-climbing wall offers skill combinations for all levels. Our signature rock climbing walls are our most popular feature and are available on all Royal Caribbean cruise ships. Whether it''s your first time on a rock wall or you''re a seasoned climber, there are challenges for all levels of experience. We''ll provide all of the equipment, including shoes, helmets and harnesses. All you need to do is bring a pair of socks and, of course, your sense of adventure.

Sabor Mexican Restaurant

Type: Dining

Sabor Mexican Restaurant offers a specialty dining option featuring dishes like fresh guacamole, red snapper, empenadas, quesadillas, and much more. Make sure to take advantage of their delicious margaritas and watch them make those at your table. The ambience looks more like a nightclub than a Mexican restaurant, but the food certainly tastes authentic!

Schooner Bar

Type: Bar

A casual place to relax in a Nautical setting to enjoy an afternoon beverage. This signature nautical themed Royal Caribbean bar with classic teak and brass can be found on all of RCCL cruise ships.

SeaTrek

Type: Shops

Most of the world is covered by water. Take the PADI Scuba Diver course onboard and discover what you''ve been missing. This quick and easy course was designed with the vacationer in mind. The PADI Scuba Diver program is a wonderful and exciting opportunity to explore the underwater world with the comfort and security of having an experienced PADI SeaTrek Dive Instructor beside you every step of the way. Throughout the course you''ll learn the basics of diving through participation in pool dives, knowledge development sessions and two exciting dives in some of the best locations in the world. Upon completion of the short course, you will be awarded the PADI Scuba Diver certification. PADI certifications are the most recognized forms of diver education worldwide. Your certification is like your passport, allowing you beginner-level access to some of the best diving in the world. It also allows you to pursue further training in diving. You can sign up onboard. In addition, scuba gear, dive computers, and mask/snorkel and fins packages can be purchased onboard at no-tax and duty-free prices. Participants must be at least 12 years old.

Seven Hearts

Type: Entertainment

Shuffle up for fun in Seven Hearts card and game room. The Seven Hearts Card Room is the place for heated bridge tournaments and relaxed games of go-fish alike.

Sky Bar

Type: Bar

This deck bar offers views of the Pool and the surrounding seascape. This is the perfect place to escape the splash and spray of the belly-flop competition, yet remain within voting distance.

Skylight Chapel

Type: More Ship Features

Our wedding chapel, which can accommodate 40 people, is located on top of the Viking Crown Lounge (the highest point on the ship), and is the perfect place to say Ido.

Sorrentos Pizza

Type: Dining

When you find yourself craving pizza, drop by Sorrento''s for a piping hot slice. Grab a specialty pie for the whole family, a Cheese and Pepperoni slice for the road, or choose from many Italian favorites from Sorrento''s menu. There''s something for everyone.

Sports Pool

Type: Pools

For lap swimming and watersports

Squeeze

Type: More Ship Features

Studio B

Type: Entertainment

You won''t believe your eyes when you step into Studio B. It''s where you''ll find our onboard ice-skating rink, not to mention our professional ice shows, which are a must-see. Featured on our Voyager-family ships, Studio B is also home to other onboard activities, like game shows, onboard parties, cooking demonstrations, and more. Once onboard, you can check your Cruise Compass and Daily Planner for the day''s schedule of events.

Swimming Pools

Type: Pools

Take a dip in one of our refreshing pools or lie pool side and soak in some sun.

The Living Room

Type: Kids Area

A laid-back place for teens to hang out with new friends.

Viking Crown Lounge

Type: Bar

No Royal Caribbean cruise is complete without a stop in our signature lounge. Perched high above the ocean, this comfortable lounge offers spectacular vistas by day and turns into a lively dance club at night.

Vintages

Type: Bar

Enjoy a glass of your favorite vino, participate in a wine tasting or sample something new from our world-class cellar.

Windjammer Marketplace

Type: Dining

Open nearly all day and all night, the Windjammer offers great food, spectacular views, and an attentive wait-staff, all in a casual atmosphere. In the evenings, the caf''s casual atmosphere is complemented by a changing menu and restaurant-style service. Choose from a wide variety of foods including salads, soups, sandwiches and burgers, meat-carving and hot entrees, as well as cookies, cakes and pastries for desert.

Wipe Out Bar

Type: Bar

Set high above the sea in our Pool and Sports Zone neighborhood, the Wipe Out Bar is a great place to kick back day or night, whether you''re recovering from a wipe out of your own or just enjoying basking in the sun with a view of our FlowRider surf simulator.