“Wonder of the Seas exemplifies Royal Caribbean Group’s focus on unparalleled innovation, sustainable cruise ship design and our commitment to delivering world-class, memorable vacations responsibly,” said Jason Liberty, president and CEO of Royal Caribbean Group. “Having my family by my side to celebrate this incredible ship was yet another memory we’ve made together – and with our new Royal Caribbean family – that I’ll never forget.”
Wonder of the Seas Environmental Fact Sheet
Highlights include the Suite Neighborhood, the new, eighth neighbourhood that welcomes Royal Suite Class guests to an elevated Suite Sun Deck with a plunge pool and bar, the most epic Ultimate Family Suite and more; the first Mason Jar Southern Restaurant & Bar that serves up Southern staples and classics with a twist for brunch, dinner and late at night; and a new, underwater-themed play area for kids, Wonder Playscape, with slides, climbing walls, imaginative puzzles and more.
From more than 40 restaurants, bars and lounges to returning favourites, on Wonder, travellers also have in store The Ultimate Abyss, the tallest slide at sea; the FlowRider surf simulator; rock climbing walls; The Perfect Storm racing waterslides; newly designed areas just for kids and teens; and original entertainment across four “stages”: air, ice, theatre and water.
Royal Caribbean executives and teams, families, friends, travel advisors, the cruise line’s partners and more came together on board the world’s largest cruise ship to celebrate the occasion in one of the brand’s unparalleled entertainment venues, the AquaTheater. Wonder is the adventure of all adventures that combines what families know and love on our revolutionary Oasis Class ships with brand-new experiences.
It’s already delivered memorable vacations to more than 180,500 guests since first setting sail in March. Marie’s story is of incredible strength and family memories to last a lifetime. We’re committed to creating those memories with our guests and crew on every Royal Caribbean ship for more than 53 years.
“It was an honor to officially welcome Marie and Wonder of the Seas to the Royal Caribbean family,” said Michael Bayley, president and CEO of Royal Caribbean International.
The Suite Neighbourhood, the new eighth neighbourhood on Wonder of the Seas, debuts the grandest Ultimate Family Suite yet for a family of 10.
The latest in Royal Caribbean’s revolutionary Oasis Class features a lineup of new adventures and fan-favourite experiences that everyone in the family can enjoy. The search was complete when the cruise line heard Marie’s story, one of a devoted mother, wife and cancer survivor whose spirit inspired her family and those around her to set out on adventures and enjoy every moment together despite the hardships they faced.
Designed for memory-making from end to end, Wonder inspires awe and adventure in kids and vacationers of all ages with feats and experiences across eight neighbourhoods – a first in the revolutionary Oasis Class.
“Carrying out my role as Godmother and a part of such an important moment for Royal Caribbean and Wonder of the Seas was an honor,” said Marie McCrea, Godmother of Wonder of the Seas. The evening ceremony also marked the start of a new chapter for Wonder as it makes waves as Port Canaveral’s new, year-round family vacation.
“This milestone represents the culmination of millions of hours of work from the most innovative minds in the industry to deliver the world’s latest wonder.” With the ultimate combination of firsts and signature favourites for parents, kids and grandparents alike, the cruise line’s latest ship was named after its Godmother and Wonder Mom, Marie McCrea, from Pennsylvania.
A celebration fit for the world’s newest wonder lit up Port Canaveral, Florida, last night when Royal Caribbean International officially welcomed Wonder of the Seas into the family. In the time-honoured role of Godmother, Marie bestowed a blessing of safekeeping on Wonder, its crew and the millions of families who will make lifelong memories on board in the years to come.
On stage with Marie were Royal Caribbean Group President and CEO Jason Liberty, Royal Caribbean International President and CEO Michael Bayley, and her daughter, Allie, who nominated her mother for the role as part of a nationwide search started by Royal Caribbean on Mother’s Day.
Written by: Jill Walsh
