Royal Caribbean Wonder of the Seas is set to take off in March 2022 and when it does, it will be the world's largest cruise ship. Spanning 1,188 feet in length, the cruise ship is designed to carry up to 6,988 guests and 2,300 crew members. To make it easier for guests to get around the spacious cruise ship, Royal Caribbean is introducing eight different "neighborhoods."
On the large cruise ship, there's a Central Park neighborhood, and a first-of-its-kind "living park at sea" featuring more than 20,000 live plants.
For guests staying in suites, there will also be a new Suite neighborhood where they will be able to enjoy meals, appreciate incredible ocean views and access a private lounge.
What's Driving This Trend
- Gigantic Cruiser Ships
- Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas sets a new record for size and guest capacity, spurring a trend of even larger, more luxurious cruiser ships.
- Smart Cruising
- Cruise companies are innovating cruise ship neighborhoods to offer more convenience and accessibility for guests, paving the way for AI-powered services and technologies.
- Eco-friendly and Sustainable Tourism
- Royal Caribbean's Central Park neighborhood, featuring a lush greenery at sea, will inspire cruise companies to develop sustainable and eco-friendly tourism options.
Who This Affects Most
- Cruise Ship Industry
- Cruise companies will compete for larger, more innovative, and environmentally conscious cruiser ships and programs.
- Tourism Industry
- As cruise companies aim to provide a more enriching, seamless, and sustainable tourism experience, the tourism industry will see the rise of smart and sustainable travel technologies and services.
- Architecture and Construction Industry
- As cruisers demand more innovative and luxurious amenities, architecture and construction firms will develop design and construction techniques to meet the challenges of increasing cruiser ship sizes and functions.
