Singapore Goes Ultra: Spectrum of the Seas Homeports in Singapore for Winter 2022/2023
SPECTRUM OF THE SEAS ARRIVING INTO SINGAPORE FOR HER MAIDEN CALL PHOTO: SINGAPORE CRUISE SOCIETY
UPDATED: Article updated with Spectrum of the Seas Offerings & Suite Breakdown
SINGAPORE: Following Royal Caribbean’s announcement on Quantum of the Seas extending her Ocean Getaway deployment from Singapore, the cruise line announced today that Quantum’s sister, Spectrum of the Seas, the first Quantum Ultra ship, will be homeporting in Singapore for the first time ever, from October 2022 to April 2023.
She will be offering 3- to 9-night destination cruises departing from Singapore to destinations such as Kuala Lumpur (Port Klang), Penang, Phuket, Nha Trang, Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My), Bangkok (Laem Chabang). Her first cruise will be on October 21, 2022, for a 5-Night Spice of Southeast Asia cruise.
“We are thrilled to introduce a whole spectrum of new adventures with Spectrum of the Seas, which features groundbreaking escapades exclusively designed for the Asian market, a testament to Royal Caribbean’s confidence about the potential of the cruising industry in the region. We have seen a surge in repeat cruisers, as well as a significant number of new to cruise guests, and look forward to bringing the best of the Royal Caribbean experience to our guests,” said Angie Stephen, Vice President, Singapore, Royal Caribbean International. “At the same time, we are excited to extend Quantum’s ultimate ocean getaways once again through early next year and continue to cater to the strong demand for sailings from Singapore.”
“I extend my deepest gratitude to the Singapore Government for its collaboration and confidence in Royal Caribbean to deliver a safe cruising experience. As we continue to evaluate and implement public health recommendations from both our Healthy Sail Panel and the local government(s), we look forward to our guests being able to explore new destinations and enjoy the great guest experience they have loved onboard Royal Caribbean,” said Stephen.
Royal Caribbean emphasized that Spectrum of the Seas destination cruises is subjected to approval from the Singapore authorities based on the prevailing health situation and border measures. The sailings are now on sale on Royal Caribbean’s website.
SPECTRUM OF THE SEAS HIGHLIGHT & BREAKDOWN
An Elevated Suite Experience
Spectrum of the Seas will offer an elevated suite experience with the only Suite Club in the fleet - offering an exclusive zone of the ship limited to suite guests. On top of the normal categories of suites that you might be familiar with on other ships deployed in Singapore before, three new categories of suites exclusive to Spectrum will be available for booking.
Sky, Sea, Star
Spectrum of the Seas will change from the previous suite programme that is exclusive to China, to the international Royal Suite Class programme. Here is the list of amenities available.
The Suite Club
Described as a “lavish oasis” by the cruise line, the Suite Club is a dedicated zone located at the forward part of the ship with private dining rooms, lounges, and an upscale solarium, along with ‘The Balcony’ a private outdoor space offering views off the top of the ship, and The Boutique, which can be reserved for private shopping, tea ceremonies and more. Most of the Sky and Star Class Suites are located within the Suite Club, allowing you to have quick and convenient access to the majority of the suite amenities available onboard.
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Ultimate Family Suite
The Ultimate Family Suite, with the ability to accommodate 11, is the largest and most exclusive suite onboard. Located on Deck 15, the two story suite will feature an in-suite slide, a rock climbing wall, a luxurious spa-like Master Bathroom and a private cinema that doubles as a karaoke spot. If you are looking for a perfect family adventure, plan ahead as there is only 1 such suite onboard.
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Golden Balcony & Golden Junior Suite
Spectrum of the Seas offers 5 Golden Junior Suites and 6 Golden Balcony Staterooms. Categorized under the Sky Class category, it is essentially a normal Balcony or Junior Suite that comes with the privileges and amenities of a full suite. If you are only looking for a premium experience without needing any extra space - these two new categories are perfect for you.
PHOTO CREDIT: ROYAL CARIBBEAN CHINA, WANDERLASS
Golden Balcony staterooms are located on Deck 13 and 16, while Golden Junior Suites are located on Deck 15 and 16. Do note that certain rooms in these categories might be some distance from the Suite Club, which is where the lounge and dining room is.
A redesigned Grand Loft Suite
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The Grand Loft Suite onboard Spectrum of the Seas is very different from other Grand Lofts available on other Quantum Class ships. Located in the Suite Club, they offer a more distinct, apartment-like design and decor. There are 4 Grand Lofts available onboard Spectrum, and they are classified under the Star Class suites, which comes with a Royal Genie service - something you should definitely consider if the asking price fits your budget.
In total, Spectrum will offer 142 suites, 5 in Star Class, 31 in Sky Class and 106 in Sea Class. With such limited numbers available, do book early in order to avoid disappointment.
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