Independence of the Seas

Meet Independence of the Seas®, a marvel of maritime engineering, loaded with all the incredible onboard experiences you’d expect from our Freedom®-class ships.

When you get hungry, enjoy specialty dining from Chops Grille steakhouse, Giovanni’s Table or casual fare from Johnny Rockets®. Plus, the onboard action never stops. Hop on the FlowRider® surf simulator, climb on the rock climbing wall or hit the links of our mini-golf course. Bring your night to a close in our 22 bars, clubs and lounges that never have a cover, including Dog & Badger English pub and Vintages wine bar.

With so much to offer before you even reach your destination, cruising on Independence of the Seas will be your most incredible vacation yet!

Rest & Relaxation

• Vitality^SM Spa with extensive treatment menu including medi-spa and acupuncture
• 4 pools including the Solarium, an adults-only retreat*
• 6 whirlpools, two of them cantilevered whirlpools overlooking the ocean
• State-of-the-art Fitness Center, with classes including yoga and tai chi
• Library and Card Room
• Poolside, outdoor movie screen
• Concierge Club and Diamond Lounge**

*During inclement weather and select hours, the ship may permit the Solarium Pool to be used by persons under age 16 provided they are directly supervised by a parent or guardian.

**Concierge Club reserved for Diamond Plus and Pinnacle Crown & Anchor Society members, and select suite guests. Diamond Lounge available for Diamond and above tier level members.

Action & Adventure

• FlowRider® surf simulator
• Rock-climbing wall
• Ice-skating rink
• Mini-golf course
• Full-sized basketball court

Ship Stats

Dining Options

• Main Dining Room with complimentary, multi-course dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner
• More complimentary options including Windjammer Cafe, Jade Sushi and Asian-fusion cuisine, Sorrento’s Pizza, Cafe Promenade for coffee and pastries/snacks, and room service*
• Specialty restaurant Chops Grille steakhouse, where for one low cover charge you can choose any items off the menu from appetizer to dessert*
• Casual dining and snacks at Johnny Rockets and Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream*
• The Cupcake Cupboard, a vintage-style gourmet bakery with 30 types of cupcakes*
• Giovanni’s Table Italian restaurant

*After March 27th, select sailings will start offering our enhanced room service with exciting new dishes for a delivery charge of $7.95 per stateroom order. Continental breakfast remains complimentary and the delivery charge excludes Grand Suites and above.

Kids & Families

• Complimentary Adventure Ocean^® Youth Program
• Royal Babies^® & Royal Tots^® program
• Teen lounge areas and disco
• H2O Zone kids’ water park
• Family-friendly activities including games, contests, enrichment classes and lectures
• Royal Babies & Tots^SM Nursery

Entertainment & Shopping

• Slick back your hair and pack your poodle skirts. Summer lovin’ is in the air with Broadway’s hit Grease, The Musical coming to the high seas for the first time ever.
• Complimentary Broadway-style entertainment in the Main Theater
• Complimentary ice-skating shows in Studio B
• 10,258 square foot Vegas-style Casino Royale® with 273 slots and 13 tables
• 22 bars, clubs, and lounges that never have a cover, including Boleros Latin-themed lounge, Dog & Badger English Pub, and Vintages wine bar
• Duty-free shopping featuring premium designer brands and onboard exclusives including apparel, accessories, fine jewelry, beauty and more at the Royal Shops

Interior

Relax in all the comfort of our spacious interior staterooms. Spend your days onboard by the pool or on our sports deck, then enjoy some quiet and private time. Our interior staterooms include a wide array of amenities for your whole family to enjoy.

Balcony

Imagine opening your balcony door to see a new and breathtaking part of the world each morning. A stateroom with a balcony is a great way to make your cruise adventure even more memorable and lets you truly take in all the wonder and excitement of your destination.

Outside View

You’ll never miss a moment of the breathtaking scenery on your cruise vacation with an Ocean View stateroom. Spend the day exploring the world, then come back onboard and take in the spectacular sights and amazing views from the comfort of your stateroom.

Suite

Our large Suites are a great way for your family to travel in style, while keeping everyone together. Guests staying in these staterooms enjoy a variety of perks, including complimentary concierge service (except for Junior Suites), priority boarding and departure, dedicated entertainment seating, and more.

Hotels Details

Universal Palms Hotel - Fort Lauderdale

4900 Powerline Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309, USA

Room: Standard

Meal: Breakfast

Conveniently situated only 12.8 km from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport, this hotel offers contemporary amenities and access to recreational activities near the city centre, beaches and shopping.

Universal Palms Hotel offers a well-landscaped tropical grounds. Go for a swim in the heated pool or work out in the well-equipped exercise room.

Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Beach is 6 km away. Explore the attractions on Las Olas Boulevard and shop at the Galleria and the Sawgrass Outlet Mall 12 km away.

Most Popular Facilities

• Free Parking
• Free WiFi
• Outdoor Pool
• Non-Smoking Rooms
• Family Rooms
• Restaurant