Independence of the Seas sets sail

The ultimate family ship has arrived in Southampton, fresh from a multi-million-dollar revitalisation with added facilities. Kids will be entertained and parents relaxed aboard Royal Carribbean’s Independence of the Seas. New features include the Sky Pad, a virtual-reality bungee trampoline experience, racing water slides and the interactive aqua park, Splash Bay. There are also plenty of food options on board, with venues including a sushi restaurant, ice-cream shop and the Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade where families can watch sport while eating wings and sliders. royalcaribbean.com.au