Quantum of the Seas cruise ship has jewel-shaped observation pod and bumper cars
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The world's third largest cruise ship has emerged from a dry dock in Germany less than three months before it is scheduled to dazzle holidaymakers for the first time.
Quantum of the Seas, a massive 4,180-passenger vessel that weighs 167,800 registered tonnes, is the first in a new class of ships for Royal Caribbean International.
The 18-deck ship boasts a number of exclusive amenities and firsts at sea, including an observation capsule that extends over the water, a skydiving simulator and the largest guest rooms of any Royal Caribbean vessel.
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Mammoth: Quantum of the Seas emerges from a dry dock at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg in north-western Germany ahead of sea trials in September
Hello down there: This rendering shows North Star, which offers an extraordinary bird's eye view and a truly uplifting experience for guests
The giant ocean liner will sail from the Cape Liberty Cruise Port in Bayonne, New Jersey to the Caribbean during the 2014-15 season before it relocates to China
One of the principal features is the North Star, a jewel-shaped observation capsule attached to a mechanical arm that lifts its occupants 300 feet above sea level.
The passenger pod, similar to the capsules on the London Eye, offers 360-degree panoramic views of the ocean.
With an activity area known as SeaPlex, the ship will be an ideal option for parents who are looking to keep their children entertained.
SeaPlex is the biggest indoor active space at sea, complete with a flying trapeze, basketball court and three firsts for a cruise ship – bumper cars, roller skating and a food truck.
Family fun: This rendering shows a venue for bumper cars inside SeaPlex, the biggest indoor active space at sea
Two-night cruise packages are priced at about £500, while a 10-night excursion on the Quantum of the Seas will set you back about £1,400
Once it is in place, the North Star observation capsule will lift its occupants 300 feet above sea level, offering 360-degree panoramic views of the ocean
In addition to a sky-diving simulator, there is a surf simulator, rock climbing wall and venues for live performances, including the musical Mamma Mia! and tribute bands.
Guests will have endless opportunities when their stomachs start to growl. Quantum of the Seas has 18 restaurants, including an Italian eatery from celebrity chef Jamie Oliver.
Passengers will retire to standard staterooms that are the most spacious and luxurious in Royal Caribbean's fleet or extravagant suites that offer breath-taking sea views.
Two-storey loft suites come with a private balcony and windows that are double in height.
The jewel of the ship's art collection is a 30-foot magenta polar bear on the exterior deck. The bear is made of 1,340 stainless steel triangles, weighing approximately eight tons.
Passengers can also marvel at a wall decorated with more than 200 stainless steel butterflies.
Comfy: Staterooms on Quantum of the Seas are the most spacious and luxurious in Royal Caribbean's fleet
Engineers will now test all of the ship's functions, including its thrusters and stabilisers, before it undergoes sea trials in the North Sea
Big fleet: Royal Caribbean now owns the world's three largest cruise ships – the Allure of the Season, the Oasis of the Seas and the Quantum of the Seas
Quantum of the Seas, a massive 4,180-passenger vessel, is the first in a new class of ships for Royal Caribbean International
Quantum of the Seas was floated out today at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg in north-western Germany ahead of sea trials in September.
Before that happens, engineers will test all of its functions, including its thrusters and stabilisers, and finishing touches will be applied to its exterior and interior.
The massive ocean liner will set off on its maiden voyage, from Southampton to a port near New York, on 2 November.
Two-night cruise packages are priced at about £500, while a 10-night excursion will set you back about £1,400.
High fliers: At night, a space called Two70 transforms into an entertainment venue featuring high-flying aerialists and performers
Tons of fun: Quantum of the Seas boasts three firsts for a cruise ship – bumper cars, roller skating and a food truck
Virtual Concert projects high-resolution footage, from a 16-camera shoot, across a series of screens to create a multi-sensory musical experience
From the Cape Liberty Cruise Port in Bayonne, New Jersey, Quantum of the Seas will sail to hot-spots in the Caribbean, including the Bahamas and Bermuda, during the 2014-15 season before it is relocated to Shanghai, China for the summer of 2015.
Royal Caribbean is rolling out two more ships in its new Quantum class.
Next April, a ship named Anthem of the Seas will begin sailing from Southampton to destinations on the Mediterranean Sea.
An unnamed ship is scheduled to be delivered in 2016.
Royal Caribbean now owns the world's three largest cruise ships – the Allure of the Seas, the Oasis of the Seas and the Quantum of the Seas.
Quite a sight: Maiden voyage: Quantum of the Seas will set off from Southampton on 2 November and head across the Atlantic Ocean to a port near New York
Chow down: Foodies will have their choice of 18 restaurants, including an Italian eatery developed by celebrity chef Jamie Oliver
The 18-deck ship boasts an observation capsule that extends over the water, a skydiving simulator and the largest guest rooms of any Royal Caribbean vessel
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