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Rhapsody of the Seas
Last refurbished
2016
Last refurbished
Passengers
2000
Passengers
Ports Visited
20
Ports visited
Cruises from $108 per day
$108
From Price per day
Total Gross Tonnage of Rhapsody of the Seas
78,491
Gross Tonnage

Rhapsody of the Seas Cruises

4.4
(from 10 verified customers)

Rhapsody of the Seas entered service in 1997 at 78,491 GT, refitted in 2016, and carries 2000 passengers. Rhapsody of the Seas features about 8000 m2 of glass, her soaring seven-deck atrium, sculptures and artwork, and RCI’s signature Viking Crown Lounge atop the ship offering 180 degree views of the seascape.The ship is family-friendly, with large facilities for children and teens. It caters for large conferences, Wi-Fi ship wide, wheelchair access, and also couples wishing to tie the knot in the wedding chapel. Though large, the ship offers a good passenger space ratio. Décor throughout is warm and attractive and there are plenty of public rooms, bars and lounges.

Ship Specification

Maiden voyage: 1997
Number of decks: 11
Tonnage: 78491
Cabins: 1000
Passengers: 2000
Number of crew: 765
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Onboard Experience

  • Dining

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    • Dining on the Rhapsody of the Seas

    For the Main Dining Room, spread over two levels, select from three dining choices before cruising: fixed seating at the same table nightly, at either early or late sitting; open-seated My Time Dining (with pre-paid gratuities) at a flexible time; and early sitting My Family Time Dining that allows children aged 3 to 11 years to leave for their Adventure Ocean kids club. Menus feature healthy, vegetarian and kosher options. Special dietary needs can be catered for by giving advanced notice.

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    Menus change daily throughout the cruise. Evening dress is casual or smart casual. Expect one to three formal evenings in the Main Dining Room during your cruise. Other complimentary eating options include buffet-style Windjammers Café, Park Café, Solarium Café, and 24-hour room service. Specialty dining (with a cover charge) can be booked for Chops Grille steakhouse, Izumi Asian-fusion cuisine, and Giovanni’s Table Italian restaurant. Join up to 14 guests at the Chef’s Table for a five course gourmet menu with selected wines. Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream is the place to go for ice-cream and frozen drinks.

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  • Bars

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    Café Latté-tudes serves specialty coffees and sweets. In all, the ship has 8 bars, clubs and lounges. The new R Bar in the Centrum features a sophisticated 1960s vibe. Live music features around the pool, in the main dining room, and in many lounges, bars and specialty venues.

  • Entertainment

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    • Entertainment on the Rhapsody of the Seas
    • Entertainment on the Rhapsody of the Seas
    • Entertainment on the Rhapsody of the Seas

    A signature feature of RCI vessels is a Broadway-style production in the Main Theatre. A second venue hosts cabaret shows and late-night adult entertainment.

  • Activities

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    • Activities on the Rhapsody of the Seas
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    • Activities on the Rhapsody of the Seas

    Try your hand at gaming in Casino Royale. There are parties and parades to join, and daytime Nintendo Wii competitions. The vessel’s outdoor pool area now has a large outdoor movie screen. Alternatively, just stroll around and shop duty-free, or for a quiet time retire to the Library/Card Room or Internet Café. Past guests have access to the Concierge Club and Diamond Lounge. On-shore excursions and explorations can be pre-booked or arranged on board.

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    Choose from a range of classes and seminars to bring out your creativity and expand your knowledge. Activities include use of the outdoor sports deck and six whirlpools. The Solarium is exclusively for adults. And every RCI ship has a rock-climbing wall.

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  • Health & Fitness

    • Fitness on the Rhapsody of the Seas
    • Fitness on the Rhapsody of the Seas
    • Fitness on the Rhapsody of the Seas

    The Vitality Spa and Fitness Center is fully equipped and runs a variety of beauty services and fitness classes.

  • Kids

    • Kids activities on the Rhapsody of the Seas
    • Kids activities on the Rhapsody of the Seas
    • Kids activities on the Rhapsody of the Seas

    Teens have their own lounge areas and disco, a video games arcade, and the Adventure Ocean youth programmes that cater for all ages. Families will appreciate the new Royal Babies & Tots Nursery for children aged 6 months to 3yrs.

  • Inclusions

    • Activities - organised & individual
    • All main meals on-board
    • Anytime or fixed sittings, & multi-venue dining
    • Bridge director on select cruises
    • Coffee, tea, iced water, lemonade 24 hrs
    • Cruise Director & all English speaking staff
    • Entertainment - live music and/or shows, movies
    • In-cabin dining at no charge
    • Infant crèche, kids clubs & teen programs
    • Ship-shore-ship transfers
    • Special needs requests & service animals allowed
    • Use of ship facilities - indoor & outdoor

Customer cruise ship ratings

Rhapsody of the Seas has an average of 4.4 Stars based on 10 Guest Reviews

  • Overall
    4.4
  • Cabin
    4.3
  • Dining
    4.5
  • Entertainment
    3.9
  • Service
    4.6

Destination & Ports

Visited Ports

Highlights

  • Sea days aboard Rhapsody of the Seas are as exciting as each day in port. Get ready for a world of new discoveries on deck — like world class dining, award-winning entertainment, electrifying nightlife and unforgettable activities for every kind of traveler.

  • Discover new thrills onboard while sailing to shores like Croatia, Crete and Cozumel. Whether it’s grabbing hold of adventure at the top of the Rock Climbing Wall, or savoring hand-rolled sushi at Izumi. All while enjoying superior service and an intimate environment.

  • Redefining the cruising experience one room at a time. The staterooms are an alluring escape from the non-stop action the cruise ships are known for. From the spectacular views to the deluxe amenities, a stay with us is like nothing at sea.

Cabins

Staterooms come in four main categories and 11 price points, with variations based on guests’ needs: Suite/Deluxe Staterooms, Balcony Staterooms, Outside Staterooms and Interior Staterooms. When selecting accommodation consider the view, the level of privacy, and location near to or far from activity areas. All staterooms come with private bathroom, vanity area, hair dryer, TV, interactive iPad to organise all their shipboard requirements, and phone. Many cabins are family-friendly with up to four additional bunk beds, and interconnecting rooms.

There are no single cabins, and many are wheelchair-accessible. In-cabin service and dining is available 24-hours. Travel in style with a selection of five categories of Suites, which are especially good for families needing more space, and may include complimentary concierge service. Suites come with priority check-in, most have multiple rooms and balconies, and depending on the suite you may have whirlpool tub, baby grand piano and an entertainment area, and accommodate up to eight guests. The stateroom’s TV enables guests to request room service, to book show tickets, shore excursions, movies and specialty dining, and keep track of their onboard account. Smoking is not permitted inside any stateroom and any stateroom balcony. Cigarette, cigar, e-cigarette and pipe smoking is permitted in designated outdoor areas.)

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  • Inside

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    Cabin Types

    4V, 3V, 2V, 1V, ZI, ZQ

    Average Cabin Size – 13.8 m2

  • Oceanview

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    Cabin Types

    CO, 1K, 1M, 4N, 3N, 2N, 1N, YO, YQ

    Average Cabin Size – 19.5 m2

    Size approx: 154 sq. ft. Experience a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. Up to 2 guests. Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed.

  • Balcony

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    Cabin Types

    4B, 3B, 2B, 1B, XB, XQ

    Size approx: 195 sq. ft. Balcony: 35 sq. ft. Immerse yourself in a gorgeous view for a memorable vacation. Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed in staterooms with up to 4 and 5 guests. One Pullman bed in staterooms with up to 5 guests. One bathroom.

  • Suite

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    Cabin Types

    RS, OS, GT, GS, J4, J3, VO, WS

    Average Cabin Size – 47.8 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 9.7 m2

    Size approx: 1,326 sq. ft. Balcony: 110 sq. ft. Relish an extraordinary vacation in this luxurious suite. Up to 4 guests. One King bed. One double sofa bed. Private balcony. One bathroom with whirlpool tub.

Rhapsody of the Seas Deck Plans

Legend

  • Stateroom with Sofa Bed
  • Stateroom has 3rd Pullman bed
  • Stateroom has 3rd & 4th Pullman bed
  • Connecting Staterooms
  • Stateroom with Sofa Bed & 3rd Pullman bed
  • Stateroom has 4 additional Pullman beds
  • Stateroom opens only on the starboard side
  • Indicates door location
  • Sofa Bed Eligible
  • Stateroom has an obstructed view
  • Wheelchair accessible stateroom

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