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Wonder of the Seas is one of the world’s largest cruise ship that can hold up to 6,988 passengers. It has a gross tonnage of 236,857 Gt, 362 meters (1,188 ft) long and 64 meters (210 ft) in width.

It is the fifth oasis-class cruise ship in Europe, and it is like no other because it contains some epic thrills and adventurous places for all ages.

The world’s largest cruise ship offers entertainment, comfortable stays, and delicious high-class dining. You need days to explore this moving island, so planning ahead of time is highly recommended.

The wonder of the seas is larger than a life island with plenty of things to do and see. Therefore, stick around to find out what the largest cruise ship in the world has to offer in this comprehensive guide.

Cruise In The Royal Caribbean Wonder Of The Seas: The World Largest Cruise Ship.
Cruise In The Royal Caribbean Wonder Of The Seas: The Largest Cruise Ship In The World.

Cruise In The Royal Caribbean Wonder Of The Seas: The Largest Cruise Ship In The World.

Royal Caribbean has 26 cruise ships, divided into 6 classes. Each class contains features that make it stand out from the others. The best of them all is the largest cruise ship in the world, Wonder Of The Seas. 

The Wonder of the Seas is the fifth cruise ship in its fleet, and it is not a carbon copy of the others. It is completely different from Harmony Of The Seas, Oasis Of The Seas, or Symphony Of The Seas.

 It was introduced to the public in 2022, and it cruises the Bahamas, the Caribbean, and many parts of the world. You would never get boarded cruising inside this ship because it is like a moving island, and the fun never ends.

1. The Pools Zone:

The pool zone is on the top deck of the ship near the sports zone. It looks like a resort-style field with pools, hot tubs, and plenty to splash around in. The whole family can enjoy this place.

One of the most common destinations in the Wonder Of The Seas is Splashway Bay. It is a perfect spot for the word family, especially if you have kids. It contains fountains, geysers, drench buckets, and water slides. 

There are plenty of comfortable seats where you can watch your kids while in the shade of the sun. You can watch them play in Splashway Bay or any of the pools and splash zones.

There is also a giant movie screen by the pool in the Wonder Of The Sea where you can relax by the pool and enjoy watching a movie at the AquaTheater. There are also elevated seats in the pool area where you can lie in and relax while watching the giant movie screen. Since there are elevated seats, the breeze of the ocean greets you.

Relaxing spot at the Solarium with oceanic view
Relaxing spot at the Solarium with oceanic view

Complementary Drink And Ice Cream In The Pool And Zone Area:

Another great place to hang out by the pools beside the pools and hot tubs is the View Bar. The view bar offers a panoramic oceanic view of the surroundings. It is beautiful to watch, especially at night, because it lights up at night. You can watch the sunset while sipping your favorite drink.

Another hot hangout spot in Wonder Of The Sea is The Lime And Coconut Pool Bar. It has Caribbean vibes and a vocational atmosphere that makes you feel like you are in a vocation. The best drink I highly recommend you try is the Piña colada.

There are also some complementary ice cream places on the deck. The Sprinkles ice cream shops offer a variety of delicious ice cream that can make your mouth salivate. The Ice cream is free, so you can grab as many as you want.

2. Hang Out At The Solarium:

The Solarium, the world’s largest cruise ship, is a beautiful, fully closed area where you can hang out and relax. Grab a drink or a book and enjoy the setting. It is not an open-air area and is climate-controlled, so expect the area to be warm, comfortable, and cozy.

The Solarium is an adult hangout only, equipped with live music and a relaxing atmosphere. It also has pool areas and hot tubs. If you ever get thirsty, you can grab a drink at the Solarium Bar. There are also some TVs where you can watch games or TV shows at the pool or hot tub.

Pro Tip: you can hang out at the Solarium Bridge Wings and grab some pictures because the view from above is spectacular.

Relaxing spot at the Solarium with oceanic view
Relaxing spot at the Solarium with oceanic view

3. The Sport Zone:

The sport zone is located at the back end of the pool deck at The Wonder Of The Sea. At Titan Trails, you can find some aquatic materials and locations, such as an amazing spot for scuba diving.

You can leave your kids at the Playscape Games area. It contains mini-golf, slides, climbing walls, and a lot more. It is the best open-air escape area for kids on the largest cruise ship in the world.

There is also a zip line area where adults and kids can try and enjoy a thrilling adrenaline-pumping experience. As you zigzag across The Wonder Of The Seas, you can glimpse the ship’s beauty.

At the sports deck Area, you can find basketball courts, soccer courts, pickleball courts, and dodgeball courts. Therefore, you should visit the cruise compass to learn about some game activities in the sports deck areas and things to do, such as a ping-pong Tournament.

You might also enjoy the floor rider surfing simulator in the sport zone. It is included in your cruise fare, so first come, first served. You can do boogie boarding or standup surfing.

You can also head to the Ultimate Abyss for an amazing dry sliding experience. It is a ten-story tall slide that might seem scary initially, but it is not as bad as it looks. I would highly recommend it.

Food And Drinks At The Sport Zone:

If you ever get hungry while at the sports zone, you can eat food at El Loco Fresh. It is a complementary grab-and-go Mexican restaurant. You can find various Mexican foods, such as burritos, tacos, and quesadillas. You can also grab some Mexican Spiral drinks at the bar section, such as tequila and margarita.

Right by the Floor Rider Section is the Wipeout Bar. It is where you can hang out between sessions while drinking some of your favorite cocktails. You can grab your drink and head down to the Adirondack chairs for some amazing oceanic view. This area is a good sailway spot.

The Ultimate Abyss Dry Slide
The Ultimate Abyss Dry Slide

4. Suite Neighborhood:

It is the eighth neighborhood in The Wonder Of The Seas. It contains the Coastal Kitchen and the Suite Lounge. The Coastal Kitchen is for sweet guests, which means those with a grand suite or above. It serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

The Coastal Kitchen is connected to the Sweet Lounge, which can only be utilized by sweet guests. This complimentary lounge offers high-class amenities, such as oeuvres and drinks.

Many people like to hang out at the Concierge and the Piezo Resistance. The Piezo Resistance is a sweet sun deck dedicated to sweet guests. You can choose to sit in the shaded area or be exposed to the sun area—it’s totally up to you.

The Suite Neighborhood contains a beautiful infinity pool area where you can swim and relax. It is quite impressive and highly designed. I recommend that you check it out.

Coastal Kitchen and the Suite Lounge at the Neighborhood Suites
Coastal Kitchen and the Suite Lounge at the Neighborhood Suites

5. Boardwalk Neighborhood:

The Boardwalk neighborhood is another neighborhood in the largest cruise ship in the world. It is inspired by the seaside boardwalk of New England. It is a whimsical area where you can find plenty of dining and things to do.

The Boardwalk Neighborhood has an amazing atmosphere that both kids and adults can enjoy. There is a complementary carousel on the boardwalk that you can ride as many times as you want.

Food And Drinks In The Boardwalk Neighborhood:

There is the Boardwalk Dog House, a complimentary hot dog spot. You can add many different toppings to your hot dog, such as mustard, kraut, or plain.

Not to forget the Sugar Beach Area, which is a candy store. Here, you can purchase various candies, such as bulk candies and ice cream candies.

You can also head down to the Playmaker, a sports bar. Here, you can watch sports, grab drinks, play billiards, and play Arcade Video Games. They also offer some bar food, such as nachos, burgers, and wings.

You can also find the Johnny Rockets restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It offers some American dining food, such as burgers, hot dogs, chili, and fries. For breakfast, it offers pancakes, eggs, and omelets.

Shopping Areas In The Boardwalk Neighborhood:

You can also find the Kids Logo Shop at the Boardwalk Neighborhood. It is an optimal place to buy kids’ clothes, toys, and souvenirs. It contains some Royal Caribbean and logo-branded items for sale.

Activities At The Boardwalk Neighborhood:

The Chips Climbers is another amazing place at the Boardwalk Neighborhood. It is a good hangout place for kids where they can burn some energy by climbing and exploring the area.

You can also visit the Aqua Theater. At the Aqua Theater, you can find the high-flying acrobatics and amazing evening shows in display. You might get wet if you set at the front, but you will have an amazing view of the show, so set on the front.

You can also enjoy the Rock Climbing Wall at the Boardwalk Neighborhood. There are two climbing walls that you can enjoy for free. Yes, they are complementary, which means included in your fare fees.

There is also a walking and jogging track where you can burn some energy and exercise. The track also has an aft balcony where you can enjoy an enchanting view of the ocean or play some ping-pong.

Aqua Theater At the Boardwalk Neighborhood
Aqua Theater At the Boardwalk Neighborhood

6. Central Park:

Food And Dinning At Central Park:

Central Park is a park in the middle of the world’s largest cruise ship. This beautiful area contains plants and shrubs with many dinning areas options, such as 150 Central Park, Chops Grill, Gionanni’s Italian Kitchen, and Park Cafe.

Pro Tip: I would highly recommend you to get the dinning package because it would help you save lots of money eating at those amazing places. Another tip is that you should try the signature steakhouse at Chops Grill. It is delicious.

You should also try out the 150 Central Park. It is an American nouveau type of restaurant, which offers verity of food including steak. It is also a good place to hang out for a date night with your special someone.

Another must-try place is the Gionanni’s Italian Restaurant. There are verities of Italian food that you can try, such as Italian Pizza, Chicken parm, giant meatball, and Italian pastas.

Park Cafe is another complementary restaurant in Central Park that you can taste some delicious food. It is open for breakfast, lunch, and late afternoon snakes. It is a good place to find something quick to eat.

Drink At Central Park:

Rising Tide Bar is another must-try place at the Central Park. Trellis Bar is a laid back place where you can enjoy the Central Park ambience at night and grab some drink.

Right next to the Gionanni’s Italian Kitchen is the Giovanni’s Wine Bar where they can offer some drinks and foods, such as wide wine selections. It is a good place for wine tasting.

 Things To Do At Central Park:

One of the top things to do at Central Park is walking around, specially at the night. The place is spacious and contains many sight seeings. There are also live music in the area, such as jazz performance and instrumentalists.

You can also enjoy some window shopping in the area and explore the place. You can visit the high-end Jewelry Effie Regalia for jewelry, rings, watches, necklaces, and more.

Central Park During The Day
Central Park During The Day

7. Royal Promenade Neighborhood:

Royal Promenade is another Neighborhood in the largest cruise ship in the world. As a matter of fact, it is the heart of the ship. It is the main thoroughfare that runs from one end of the ship to the other.

The Royal Promenade is one of the best places to hang out on the Wonder of the Seas for some shopping, dinning, and kick back activities all throughout the day, such as Spotlight Karaoke, Shore Excursions, The Collection and Robot Bar.

Food And Drinks Options At The Royal Promenade:

Some people like to visit the Royal Promenade Neighborhood for the Rising Tide Bar, which is a moving bar that moves slowly between the two decks of Central Park Neighborhood and Royal Promenade.

You can also find the Scooter Bar, which is a signature Royal Caribbean nautical bar. It is the place where you can find trivia and live musics in the evening. It is one of the best places in The Wonder Of The Seas that serves any drink you can think of.

Café Promenade is another great place to find something quick to eat and drink, such as coffee, snacks, and sandwiches. Not to forget, the Sorrento Pizza, where you can eat complementary pizza, such as cheese pizza, pepperoni pizza and a lot more.

 Services At The Royal Promenade:

There is the Port and Shopping Desk where you can ask some question about where to eat and to shop in the Royal Promenade. You can also find the Guest Services, which allows you to find help regarding room services, bills, issues with your booking and a lot more.

Pro Tips: all around the Royal Promenade, you can find photographers that ask to take some pictures of you. Right below the Shore Excursions, you can find the Photo Gallery. It is the place where you can pick up the photos.

There is also the Next Cruise where you can book another cruise, which gives the same price as booking online. However, booking on board comes with advantages, such as extra onboard credit and lower deposit.

Royal Promenade Neighborhood at night

8. Entertainment Place:

Entertainment Place is located on Deck 4. It is an entertainment hub where you can find plenty of things to do in the ship, such as Comedy club, Diamond Lounge, and Casino Royal.

Note: the Diamond Lounge is only dedicated to sweet guests that include the diamond plus, and pinnacle members. It is more like a social club where you can meet other cruisers in the area. Drinks offered as well.

A lot of people in the Entertainment Place hang out in the Attic at night for live entertainment. It is a combination of comedy shows and club area, such as silent disco and dance parties.

Not to forget, Studio B for ice skating entertainment. It is the kind of place where you can find and witness some ice skating shows. There are times when you can do free ice skate. You can ask around for the time when you can do free ice skiing.

In the Casino Royal, you can find art collections and art auctions while walking in the hallway. It is a good hangout place for art enthusiast. Inside the Casino Royal, you can find many casino games, such as slots and table games.

Royal Theater is another place to see some live entertainment, such as stage production shows and comedy, such as Tap Factory Show.

Adventure Ocean at Youth Zone Neighborhood

9. Youth Zone:

You can leave your kids at the Adventure Ocean while enjoying the show while you are at the Youth Zone. It is a complementary child care on board. There are game, social interaction activities, and video games that can keep your kids busy while exploring the biggest cruise ship in the world.

The Adventure Ocean in the Wonders Of The Seas gives your kids an opportunity to do activities that they like to do, such as drawing, coloring, reading, play video games, watch a movie, and a lot more.

Note: it is free during the day and night, but there is an hourly charge after 10:00 pm. It is suitable for children between 6 and 12 years old.

The Aquanauts is a day care for children between 5 and 3 years old where they can find activities and things to do at their age and level while the Nursery is for kids between 6 and 36 years old. However, there is an hourly charge in the Nursery.

The Youth Zone is also the home of the Social 100, which is a teen club where they can enjoy some verities of activities. It is also home to the Arcade area where they can play some arcade games.

Note: next to the Arcade area, you can find self-service vending machines where they have some supplies, such as toothbrush, battery, or other essential supplies that you run out off or forgot at home.

Adventure Ocean at Youth Zone Neighborhood
Adventure Ocean at Youth Zone Neighborhood

10. Vitality Spa And Fitness:

The Vitality Spa And Fitness is the kind of place where you can find Salon and Spa services. You should know that the Vitality Spa and Fitness is not included with the fare, so you have to pay if you want to use the facility.

In the Vitaliy Spa and Fitness Center is the Vitality Café where you can get several drinks, such as shakes, protein bars, and a lot more.

Right close to the café is the salon where you can a book hair appointment for both men and women. The salon is a perfect spot for the lady where they can get haircut, nails down, pedicures, and manicures.

There are different options for spa treatments, so depend on what you choose, such as massage, therapy, and thermal spa. The thermal spa gives you access to the thermal spa areas that include thermal loungers, steam room, and sauna room.

Not to forget, the Vitality Fitness Center. It is the gym area where you can work out and burn some calories. It is complementary, which means it is included with your fare fees. There are fitness classes available, such as spin and Pilates.

Fitness Center

Conclusion:

The Wonder Of The Seas is like a moving city or an island. It is one of the largest cruise ships in the world, and there are many things to do and explore. It could take you days to explore it all.

Therefore, we made this comprehensive guide to give an idea of what the world’s largest ship has to offer. You can explore it in your own base or choose some of the option we have selected for you.

We would love to hear about your experience, please comment below how it went, and how do you like it? We would love to know about what you did there.

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