When it launched in 2014, Royal Caribbean’s 4,180-guest Quantum of the Seas defined the line as the most technologically advanced ship at sea. The first in the Quantum class, this vessel is arguably all about the activities: Highlights include bumper cars, a skydiving simulator, and a lounge with robot bartenders. Quantum of the Seas also introduced a whole host of other features to the line: Hot new restaurants include an Italian spot designed by British TV Chef Jamie Oliver, and Wonderland, the line’s “Alice in Wonderland”-themed molecular gastronomy fine dining spot.
While Quantum of the Seas did cruise primarily in Asia from 2015 to early 2020, the ship is now sailing itineraries in Alaska, the South Pacific, Australia, and New Zealand. Like its younger Quantum-class siblings, this vessel offers a good mix of thrilling and challenging activities (especially for teens and tweens in and around the SeaPlex space), some satisfying specialty dining concepts, and some stellar nightlife venues featuring live music and theatrical performances.