New Delhi:  Royal Caribbean International announced that the recently revitalized Mariner of the Seas will head to Asia in June 2013 and offer numerous itineraries from China and Singapore to Southeast Asia, Japan and Korea throughout the rest of the year. Underscoring the significance of the growing Asian cruise economy and established desire to sail with Royal Caribbean International, the company also confirmed the return of the Voyager of the Seas to Asia in 2013 for a second season. Spanning 15 decks and accommodating 3114 guests each, these are the largest and most innovative cruise ships operating in the region.

Offering a wide variety of itineraries, ranging from three nights to 12 nights, these deployments bring additional capacity to the growing Indian cruise vacation population and attract cruise guests from around the world to sail in Asia. Commenting on the developments, Mr. Gautam Chadha, Chief Executive, TIRUN Travel Marketing and India Representative of Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., said “The market’s incredible response to bringing Voyager of the Seas to Asia has encouraged the company to send a second ship of equal size. The Indian outbound traveller now has 3.5 times more Royal Caribbean International berths than last year within Asia and will be amazed by the Oasis-class innovations that are being brought to the region.”

When she sails into Asia in June 2013, Mariner of the Seas will offer guests the benefits of the multi-million dollar Royal Advantage strategy. It has recently been refurbished to include enhanced staterooms, entertainment and dining options which are currently available on the world’s largest and most innovative cruise ship – Oasis of the Seas & Allure of the Seas. Onboard innovations include:

Outdoor movie screen:  A giant outdoor screen overlooking the pool deck.

Royal Promenade:  An indoor “main street” stretching nearly the full length of the middle of the ship, lined with places to eat, drink, shop and be entertained.

“Studio B” Ice Rink:  An ice skating rink for guests that doubles as a 700-seat venue for ice show productions with world-class figure skaters.

New Technology:  Guests will enjoy pervasive Wi-Fi, interactive flat-panel televisions in staterooms, and electronic mustering.

Digital Wayfinding Systems:  Onboard activities, real time updates, customized directions and routing, as well as ship factoids will all be at guests’ fingertips with new plasma and LCD touch screen signs prominently placed throughout the ship.

Sports facilities including an inline skating track, Royal Caribbean’s signature rock-climbing wall, a 9-hole mini golf course, a golf simulator, a full size sports court with basketball court, three swimming pools and six whirlpools.

There’s also the cruise line’s signature Viking Crown Lounge, the Schooner Bar, Casino Royale, a 1,400-square meter Day Spa & Fitness Center, and complimentary Adventure Ocean youth program.  In addition to a fabulous range of activities, the ship offers conference facilities which provide the ideal environment for corporate meetings.