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Independence of the Seas offers innovative amenities and a huge selection of entertainment and dining venues. Battle for Planet Z offers glow in the dark laser tag fun and the FlowRider surf simulator lets you catch some waves from the comfort of the deck. For an even bigger thrill, head over to The Perfect Storm dueling waterslides with a friend or family member and see who can race to the finish first. Along with the main dining room, the ship’s eateries include favorites like Izumi sushi and Fish and Ships, the seafood spot that’s within splashing distance of the pool. When it’s time for dessert, treat your sweet tooth to every fun flavor over at Sugar Beach. Family fun can be had around every corner, with an escape room, live entertainment, an arcade, a fitness center, a sports court, outdoor movie nights, a rock climbing wall and more. For some alone time, drop the kids off at the fully staffed, award winning Adventure Ocean and head over to the Solarium, an adults-only retreat with a crystal canopy and several pools. You can also pamper yourself with top of the line treatments at the spa or check out the roaring nightlife in one of the many bars and lounges. Every cabin contains a flat screen TV, sofa and private bath, and WiFi capability is available throughout the ship.
Ship Statistics | |
Year Built | 2008 |
Refurbished | 2018 |
Tonnage | 160,000 tons |
Registry | Bahamas |
Length | 1,112 feet |
Beam | 185 feet |
Passenger Capacity | 4,560 |
Crew Size | 2,350 |
# of Inside Cabins | 790 |
# of Outside Cabins | 1,139 |
# of Cabins w/ Verandas | 850 |
# of Suites | 126 |
Max. Room Occupancy | 8 |
Age Restrictions
One person must be 21 or older
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Dining Options | click here |
Tipping Expected? | Yes |
Tipping Guidelines
Booked before 11/11/2023:
$16.00 per day, per guest for Junior Suites and below ($18.50 per day, per guest for Grand Suites and above), provided it is paid in advance at least 4-5 days prior to departure.
Booked on or after 11/11/2023:
Royal Caribbean will automatically add $18.00 per day, per guest for Junior Suites and below ($20.50 per day, per guest for Grand Suites and above) to your onboard account. These amounts can be adjusted onboard. A 18% tip is added to all beverage orders, mini bar items, and spa & salon purchases.
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Onboard Currency | US Dollar |
Services & Amenities | |
Bars/Lounges | 10 |
Beauty Salon/Barber Shop | Yes |
Casino | Yes |
Chapel | No |
Disco/Dancing | Yes |
Elevators | Yes |
Hot Tub | 6 |
Cell Phone Service | Yes |
Internet Center | Yes |
Wireless Internet Access
Note: Available in certain areas |
Yes |
Laundromats (self service) | No |
Laundry/Dry Cleaning | Yes |
Library | Yes |
Movie Theatre | Yes |
Outdoor Movie Screen | Yes |
Onboard Weddings | Yes |
Shops | Yes |
Showroom | Yes |
Spa | Yes |
Video Arcade | Yes |
Fitness & Sports Facilities | |
Basketball Court | Yes |
Fitness Center | Yes |
Golf Driving Net | No |
Golf Simulator | No |
Ice Skating Rink | Yes |
Jogging Track | Yes |
Mini-Golf Course | Yes |
Swimming Pool | 3 |
Tennis Court | No |
Water Sports Platform | No |
Bowling | No |
Pickle Ball | Yes |
Cabin Features & Amenities | |
24-Hour Room Service | Yes |
Hair Dryer | Yes |
Safe | Yes |
Telephone | Yes |
Television | Yes |
Kids Facilities & Family Activities | |
Babysitting
Note: Group sitting by the Adventure Ocean Youth staff for children between the ages of 3-11 between the hours of 10 PM to 2 AM for $7.00 USD/hour. No in-stateroom private sitting services. |
Yes |
Children's Playroom | Yes |
Kiddie Pool | Yes |
Supervised Youth Program | Yes |
Teen Center | Yes |
Water Playground/Splash Park | Yes |
Character Experiences | No |
Cooking Classes | No |
Rock Climbing Wall | Yes |
Dry Slides | No |
Escape Room | Yes |
Game Shows | Yes |
Waterslide | Yes |
Laser Tag | Yes |
Private Island
Note: Available on Select Itineraries |
Yes |
Racetrack | No |
Roller Coaster | No |
Ropes Course | No |
Virtual Reality Games | No |
Zipline | No |
Special Needs & Requests | |
Adjoining Cabins (private connecting doors) |
Yes |
Kosher Meals | Yes |
Single Occupancy Cabins | No |
Single Share Program | No |
Wheelchair-Accessible Cabins | 32 |