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Independence of the Seas

Royal Caribbean

Independence of the Seas

The first Freedom-class ship to be amplified — Studio B switches between ice rink and laser-tag arena, and Playmakers runs about 50 screens.

Class
Freedom Class
Built / refit
2008 / 2018
Guests
~3,858
Typically sails
Bermuda

Best for

  • Families
  • Active travelers
  • Entertainment variety
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What makes it different

Why choose this ship

  1. The Perfect Storm dual racer slides, Typhoon and Cyclone, came with the 2018 Amplified refit

  2. Studio B converts between a glow-in-the-dark laser tag arena and an ice rink

  3. Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade has about 50 screens plus classic arcade games

  4. It was the first Freedom Class ship to get the Royal Amplified refit

Worth knowing

Watch outs

Things that may matter depending on your travel style — not criticisms.

  • The Amplified refit dates from 2018, not from a recent drydock
  • Fish & Ships, Giovanni's Table, Izumi and Chops Grille are specialty venues, at an extra charge
  • The Windjammer does not take reservations

Facilities and activities

On board

Notable facilities

  • Battle for Planet Z laser tag
  • Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade

Choosing a room

Cabins

Compare room options for your party.

  • Panoramic Ocean View staterooms were added in the 2018 refit
  • An Ocean View Panoramic Suite is listed among the suite categories
  • Suites run Junior, Grand 1- and 2-bedroom, Owner's Suite and Royal Suite
  • Select staterooms connect, for families needing adjoining rooms

Dining at a glance

Food styleStrong

Food & Dining

Food Strength

VERY GOOD

One of this ship's strengths.

Strong overall reputation for food, though details vary by ship.

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Food Strength is an editorial comparison across cruise ships generally — not just within this cruise line.

This dining assessment reflects broader Royal Caribbean patterns where ship-specific evidence is limited. Individual venues and experiences vary by ship.

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Where it goes

Routes on this ship

The route profiles Galythia holds for Independence of the Seas.

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Reference price

US$1,329 pp

5-night Bermuda

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