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2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 7:31am On Dec 24, 2016 |
Owner: Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Operator: Royal Caribbean International. Port of registry: Nassau, Bahamas. Route: Caribbean. Ordered: 27 December 2012. Builder: STX France SA. Cost: $1.35 billion (2015). Laid down: 9 May 2014. Launched: 19 June 2015 (float-out). Acquired: 12 May 2016. Maiden voyage: 29 May 2016. In service: 15 May 2016. Tonnage: 226,963. Displacement: Approximately 120,000 t (132,000 short tons). Length: 362.12 metres (1,188.1 ft). Beam: 47.42 m (155.6 ft) waterline. Depth: 22.6 m (74 ft). Decks: 18, 16 passenger decks. Installed power: 4 × 13,860 kW (18,590 hp) Wärtsilä 12V46D. 2 × 18,480 kW (24,780 hp) Wärtsilä 16V46D. Propulsion: 3 × 20 MW (27,000 hp) ABB Azipod, all azimuthing. 4 × 5.5 MW (7,400 hp) Wärtsilä CT3500 bow thrusters. Speed: 25 knots (46 km/h; 29 mph) maximum. 22 knots (41 km/h; 25 mph) cruising. Capacity: 5,479 passengers at double occupancy. 6,780 maximum. Crew: 2,300. MS Harmony of the Seas is an Oasis-class cruise ship built by STX France at the Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France for Royal Caribbean International. With a gross tonnage of 226,963 GT, she is the largest passenger ship in the world, surpassing her older sisters Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas. Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/MS_Harmony_of_the_Seas?_e_pi_=7%2CPAGE_ID10%2C3560589441 http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3486357/World-s-largest-cruise-ship-longer-Titanic-leaves-port-time-sets-sail-France-no-passengers-needs-500-crew.html http://www.usatoday.com/picture-gallery/travel/cruises/2016/05/18/first-look-inside-harmony-of-the-seas-worlds-largest-cruise-ship/84532636/ cc: Seun 5 Likes 4 Shares
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Oblitz(m): 7:36am On Dec 24, 2016 |
wow! impressive 1 Like |
Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 7:39am On Dec 24, 2016 |
Harmony of the Seas has 2,747 staterooms, with a wide variety of types, to accommodate (at double occupancy) 5,479 guests ranging from small interior rooms through larger rooms to suites, some of which are fitted with wall-mounted 80-inch (200 cm) screens, covering nearly the floor to ceiling, that show the ship's environment as if through a window, named 'virtual balconies'. These screens were first fitted on the Quantum class of cruise ships. A full 43 categories of stateroom types are offered, starting at a size of 180 square feet (17 m2); several types of suites are available, including the new "Royal Class" suites. Amenities. As the third member of the Oasis class, Harmony of the Seas is very similar to her two sister ships. However, there are some design changes and extra amenities, most noticeably the "Ultimate Abyss" dry slide at the stern of the ship and the "Perfect Storm" water slides. Harmony is the second Royal Caribbean ship to feature water slides, after Liberty of the Seas underwent a refurbishment in January 2016 that added water slides and Splash away Bay. The ship is divided into seven neighborhoods, including Central Park and Boardwalk, like its Oasis-class sisters. Amenities include: "Vitality" Spa and fitness center. "Splashaway Bay" water play area for young children. "Perfect Storm" water slide complex, featuring three slides. "Ultimate Abyss" dry slide complex, with two ten-story tall enclosed slides. 4 swimming pools and 10 hot tubs, including two hot tubs cantilevered over the edge of the ship. 2 Flowrider surf simulators. "Casino Royale" casino with a full selection of slot machines and table games. "Puzzle Break: Escape the Rubicon" escape room game designed by Seattle-based Puzzle Break and ShowFX. 20 dining venues, including "Wonderland" molecular gastronomy restaurant. 11,252 works of art. Studio B Ice Rink. The Aqua Theatre, an open-air stage which hosts diving, aerial and acrobatics shows. The Bionic Bar, where drinks are made solely by two robotic arms. The Royal Theatre, a 1,400 seat venue for Broadway-style shows such as Grease, Royal Caribbean's original show Columbus, and 3D movies. Dream Works Experience, with characters from Shrek, Kung Fu Panda, etc. Two rock climbing walls. Full-size basketball court, miniature golf course and ping pong tables. Zip line. Adventure Ocean programs for children and youth; also Royal Babies and Royal Tots programs. "Voom" high-speed Internet Facility. Optional RFID enabled wristbands (WOWbands) which will provide the same functions as the Sea Pass cards. Promenade shopping mall featuring jewelry, fashion and accessories. Rising Tides Bar, a bar platform that raises and lowers three floors between the Promenade level and the Central Park level. Carousel, Johnny Rockets, Starbucks, snacks and entertainment on the Boardwalk area. Central Park, an open air garden path with food and shops. 2 Likes 4 Shares
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 7:41am On Dec 24, 2016 |
The ship was helped out of the port by several tugs which had to turn the huge vessel and guide it out to the open sea. 2 Likes 3 Shares
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 7:43am On Dec 24, 2016 |
Even when it was miles away from western France the 210 feet tall ship, with capacity for 6,000 passengers, could still be seen from the shore line as thousands of people gathered to see it on the water for the first time. 2 Likes 1 Share
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 7:44am On Dec 24, 2016 |
The Bionic Bar, where drinks are made and served solely by two robotic arms. 2 Likes 2 Shares
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 7:47am On Dec 24, 2016 |
For months, tourists have been allowed aboard to wonder at the luxury interiors of the ship that has 18 decks and stretches to 1,187 feet. 2 Likes 2 Shares
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Dikolas(m): 7:47am On Dec 24, 2016 |
Exploring Sea Beast... |
Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 7:48am On Dec 24, 2016 |
This diagram of the ship gives an idea of its size and the number of areas onboard which passengers can visit and explore. World's largesr ship comparison. 5 Likes 4 Shares
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 7:49am On Dec 24, 2016 |
There are also two FlowRiders with simulated waves for surfing and two rock-climbing walls. There is ice-skating in the indoor rink, where you can hurtle round or cut a figure of eight. 2 Likes 3 Shares
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 7:50am On Dec 24, 2016 |
The ship features a state-of-the-art theatre with an award-winning Broadway-style productions and aerial acts. 2 Likes 3 Shares
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 7:51am On Dec 24, 2016 |
The ship features The Ultimate Abyss which flings thrill-seekers down 10 decks, at more than 150 feet above the waves, in one of a pair of tunnel slides which include scary noises and glimpses of the synchronised swimming and acrobatic diving in the AquaTheater. 2 Likes 4 Shares
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 7:55am On Dec 24, 2016 |
Pools. 2 Likes 4 Shares
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 7:55am On Dec 24, 2016 |
Block of Suites. 2 Likes 3 Shares
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 7:57am On Dec 24, 2016 |
Casino. 1 Like 2 Shares
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 7:57am On Dec 24, 2016 |
Halls. 1 Like 2 Shares
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by kingreign(m): 8:02am On Dec 24, 2016 |
RMS Titanic comes to mind |
Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 8:04am On Dec 24, 2016 |
It took 2,500 workers at STX France a total of some 10 million work-hours to complete the enormous vessel after work began in September 2013. 2 Likes 3 Shares
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 8:07am On Dec 24, 2016 |
The ship has its own high streets, and a "Central Park" deck featuring 12,000 plant species. 2 Likes 2 Shares
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 8:21am On Dec 24, 2016 |
Harmony has 2,747 cabins in a wide array of configurations. 1 Like 1 Share
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by UnlimitedIfex(m): 8:28am On Dec 24, 2016 |
This ship is another country on her own 15 Likes |
Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 8:29am On Dec 24, 2016 |
Stores&Restaurants on deck. 2 Likes 1 Share
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 8:31am On Dec 24, 2016 |
More on Deck. 2 Likes 1 Share
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 8:34am On Dec 24, 2016 |
Three Decks dining halls. 3 Likes 1 Share
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 8:36am On Dec 24, 2016 |
Mini Golf course on upper Deck. 3 Likes 1 Share
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 8:38am On Dec 24, 2016 |
UnlimitedIfex: A country, but the construction is what i can't imagine. Constructing 2rooms apartment on land is nit an easy task. 3 Likes |
Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Explorers(m): 8:39am On Dec 24, 2016 |
Fitness on Deck. 1 Like 2 Shares
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by AJOBI77(m): 8:42am On Dec 24, 2016 |
wonderful! |
Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Richie0974: 8:48am On Dec 24, 2016 |
A ship has all these ...wow 7 Likes
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Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Nobody: 8:56am On Dec 24, 2016 |
Stores and restaurants, golf course......... really Harmony! Please invite me over for New Year's Celebration Party. Explorers, can you "invest" you savings on me, to spend whilst I'm there abeg. I'll comeback and narrate every detail you left out 3 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by Nobody: 9:07am On Dec 24, 2016 |
Wow!!! This ship is hugeeeeeeeeeeee But who go refund my 5mb wey i take open this thread?? |
Re: 2016: MS Harmony Of The Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship In Fascinating Photos. by UnlimitedIfex(m): 9:12am On Dec 24, 2016 |
Explorers:D white av their way of doing tinz. D man power is much and tinz av gone technological. D suprising tin 2 me is that it took jst Few yrs 2 construct such beauty 1 Like |
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