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Symphony of the Seas is an Oasis-class cruise ship owned and operated by Royal Caribbean International.[ 8] and registered in the Bahamas. As of 22 January May 1, 2019, she is the largest passenger ship in the world and five times bigger than the Titanic.

Symphony of the Seas was built in the Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in Saint Nazaire, France at a cost of $1.35 billion.[10] She is the fourth ship in its Oasis-class series. [11]

Symphony of the Seas "god family", Alexa, Carlos and Ocean PenaVega, mark the first time in the industry that a family was a ship sponsor, traditionally they have only a godmother or godfather.[20] The christening ceremony took place in Miami in November 2018.[21]

Description Symphony of the Seas measures 1,184.42 ft 1,188 feet in length (longer than three football fields), 215.5 feet wide and weighs in at has a 230,000 gross tonnage tons. She is able to accommodate 5,518 passengers at double occupancy up to with a maximum capacity of 6,680 passengers, as well as a 2,200-person international crew.[6] She has 2,759 staterooms.

Facilities include a children's water park, a full-size basketball court, ice-skating rink, and two 43-foot rock-climbing walls. [17][18] There is also a 'central park' which contains over 20,000 tropical plants. [19]

Symphony of the Seas has Seven Neighborhoods: Boardwalk The highly popular Boardwalk has been transformed with additional innovations on Symphony of the Seas. Cheer your favorite team as you watch popular worldwide sports matches on 30 big-screen TVs at the new Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade. Spanning the length of the Boardwalk, this sports bar and arcade provides a very social atmosphere. Have a draft craft beer and enjoy family-friendly competitions such as Ms. Pacman, Star Wars Battle Pod, Ice Skee-ball and other popular games. Nearby you’ll find the beautiful hand-carved carousel. Sugar Beach candy and ice-cream shop features walls lined with sweet treats. Awe-inspiring shows at the AquaTheater, including incredible high-diving aerial performances, will have audiences of all ages captivated. Central Park Stroll through beautiful Central Park, a delightful and verdant open-air neighborhood with more than 20,000 tropical plants (birds singing) and open to the sky (yes it will rain, but umbrellas' are provided). Along the walkways you will discover boutiques and eateries nestled in this serene environment. Bring your appetite, because fabulous specialty restaurants are located here, including Chops Grille, Jamie’s Italian by Jamie Oliver, 150 Central Park and the popular Vintages bar for wine enthusiasts. Have a casual meal at the expanded Park Café, with its communal table and outdoor bistro seating overlooking a central piazza. Entertainment Place The air hums with a scintillating energy in a neighborhood aptly named Entertainment Place where you can enjoy a myriad of fun venues. This “night club district” features the bustling Casino Royale, the largest at sea; Studio B, home to a full-scale ice rink and a glow-in-the-dark laser tag game. Enjoy lots of laughs at The Attic comedy club, which becomes a late-night hang-out for dancing and drinks. Chill-out at Jazz on 4 featuring live blues and jazz performances as you enjoy table service. Pool & Sports Zone Adventurous cruisers will be spending a lot of time at the Pool & Sports Zone, home to thrilling highlights such as Ultimate Abyss – the tallest slide at sea, The Perfect Storm trio of waterslides, two FlowRider surf simulators, a mini-golf course, a nine-deck-high zip line, beach pool, plus El Loco Fresh, a delicious new Mexican dining venue. Royal Promenade Dining, bar-hopping and shopping abound on this bustling main thoroughfare at sea. The Promenade features a café, the Bionic Bar, an industry-changer with its robot bartenders, and Rising Tide Bar, transporting guests along with their favorite cocktails between decks to Central Park. Youth Zone Young cruisers, from tots to teens, will flock to this fun area filled with exclusive facilities and home to the Youth Program. Becoming quite popular on land and now at sea, special thrills are found at Puzzle Break which is for teams racing against the clock to escape a submarine-themed room. Vitality at Sea Spa and Fitness Center Head to the Vitality at Sea Spa and Fitness Center – the largest on the high seas and pamper yourself with a myriad of amazing services, treatments and products. While you’re in the area keep up with your fitness goals on state-of-the-art equipment and in heart-pumping classes.

Alexa, Carlos and Ocean PenaVega were chosen as the "Godfamily" of the ship, marking the first time in the industry that a family was a ship sponsor.[20] The christening ceremony took place in Miami in November 2018.[21]

Restaurants on Board: There are 19 different restaurants aboard including: Complimentary Dining: Main Dining Room Windjammer Cafe (Buffet) Solarium Bistro Coastal Kitchen Park Cafe Cafe Promenade Sorrento's Dog House ElLoco Fresh

Speciality Resturants Chops Grill Jamie's Italian Wonderland Izumi Hooked Seafish Vintages Wine Bar Solarium Bistro Playmakers Johnny Rockets 150 Central Park Starbucks And of course ROOM SERVICE.