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Christened by the famed singer Gloria Estefan, this nautical masterpiece can hold up to 2,020 sea-faring adventurers. During the winter months, the Nordic Empress sails on four and five-night Southern Caribbean cruises from San Juan as well as seven-night Western Caribbean cruises from Tampa. From May until October however, the Nordic Empress is bound for Bermuda on seven-night itineraries.

NEWS: Royal Caribbean International announced Nordic Empress will undergo extensive renovations before arriving this spring in the New York City metro area to begin unique six- and eight-night Bermuda cruise vacations from the newly named Cape Liberty Cruise Port. To reflect the magnitude of the revitalization, the line will officially rename the ship Empress of the Seas, bringing her in line with the remainder of Royal Caribbean's fleet, which all feature "of the Seas" names.

Renovations on the 1,602-passenger Nordic Empress will extend to every area of the ship, and are designed to further enhance the onboard experience. A main focus is providing guests with additional dining, entertainment and fitness areas. All work will be completed by May 2004.

Guest staterooms will receive new and upgraded bathrooms throughout all categories. In addition, some staterooms, including the Royal Suite and Superior Ocean View staterooms, will feature new decor, while others accommodating third and fourth guests will be fitted with modified wardrobes off

Empress of the Seas Activities

If you've been in search of the ideal cruise to board for your much needed and deserved vacation, look no further. Tie your hair back, kick off your shoes, relax, and enjoy your cruising experience aboard Royal Caribbean's Empress of the Seas. You're guaranteed to remains completely occupied by our plethora of activity possibilities for your enjoyment.

One Outdoor Swimming Pool
One Outdoor Wading Pool
Four Whirlpools (Three Outdoor and One Indoor)
Conference Center
Club Ocean Children's Room
Boutiques Centrum
Jogging Track
Laundry and Dry Cleaning Facilities
Sauna and Massage
Medical Facility
Photo Gallery
Ping Pong
Port and Shopping Forum
Shipshape Fitness Center, with aerobics classes and machines for all types of workouts
Shuffleboard Area
Video Arcade Room

Keep in Mind for the Spring: Guests who take advantage of the renamed Empress of the Seas' ShipShape Fitness Center and Day Spa will be treated to more than a great workout or spa treatment. The expanded spa and gym complex will be on two levels, including a fitness center overlooking the Viking Crown Lounge, perched at the top of the ship, offering spectacular, panoramic sea views. In addition, the ship features the line's signature rock-climbing wall, installed in late 2003.

Empress of the Seas Dining

If the ideal cruising experience includes fine cuisines, the perfect dining atmosphere, and the convenience of room service 24 hours a day, you've boarded the right ship. No matter what type of preference your appetite acquires, our highly skilled chefs are capable of satisfying even the pickiest of taste buds.

Carmen Dining Room
Windjammer Cafe

This Spring, Enjoy the Cuisine: Increased dining options are in high demand among cruisers, and the renamed Empress of the Seas will feature a new specialty restaurant, Portofino, serving Italian cuisine, in addition to an upgraded Windjammer Cafe and refurbished main dining room. In between meals, guests can enjoy specialty coffee drinks from Seattle's Best Coffee or indulge their sweet tooth with 16 different flavors from Ben & Jerry's at a new, combined Latte'tudes coffee bar and ice cream scoop shop.

Empress of the Seas Entertainment

Strike Up the Band Showroom
High Society Lounge
Carousel Pub
Viking Crown Lounge
Casino Royale

It is Time to Have Fun: Vacationers looking for high-quality entertainment will find plenty to choose from. The former High Society Lounge on Deck 6 now will be Royal Caribbean's Latin-themed bar, Boleros, offering specialty tequilas and cocktail favorites like mojitos, as well as outstanding live entertainment. Empress of the Seas also will feature the line's popular Schooner Bar, a nautical-themed lounge with sing-along piano entertainment, which replaces the mid-ship Carousel Bar on Deck 5.

The ship's casino will be moved to Deck 6, and a new card room will be created off the Centrum. In addition, the main theater, the Strike Up the Band Showroom, will be updated with new carpet and upholstery.

Empress of the Seas Ship Facts

Maiden Voyage: June 25, 1990
Passenger Capacity: 2,020
Godmother: Gloria Estefan
Gross Tonnage: 48,563
Length: 692'
Beam: 100'
Draft: 25'
Cruising Speed: 19.5 knots

Empress of the Seas Ship Highlights

	Portofino Italian Restaurant
	Latté-tudes^SM, a specialty coffee house featuring Seattle's Best Coffee®
	Boleros Latin-theme lounge
	Rock-climbing wall
	Themed bars and lounges
	Casino Royale^SM
	Outdoor pool and wading pool
	4 whirlpools (3 outdoor, 1 indoor)
	Adventure Ocean® youth facilities
	ShipShape® Day Spa and Fitness Center

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