The third and final ship in the Freedom Class of Royal Caribbean ships is the Independence of the Seas who along with her sister ships Freedom of the Seas and Liberty of the Seas are the largest cruise ships built, though in Dec 2009 they will be super seeded by Oasis of the Seas.
Having been in service since early 2008, Independence of the Seas can accommodate over 3,600 passengers over her 15 decks. Standing at 154,407 tons and 1,112 feet long, this giant cruising ship is an impressive site. Independence of the Seas currently sails from Southampton, generally on med cruises and takes guests all around the world.
On board Independence of the Seas there is plenty to do, an interactive water park called the H2O Zone and a FlowRider wave machine. As well as this is a full sports complex including a basketball and volleyball area. A theatre, ice rink and rock climbing wall are just some of the other attractions on board.
This Freedom Class vessel is full of things to do as well as a wide range of places to dine or enjoy a snack, including the Ben & Jerry’s ice cream shop. Royal Caribbean have made a city on the sea with Independence of the Seas.