Scottish Daily Mail

the future of holidays is here

If you enjoy sampling the more sophistica­ted elements of urban culture and discoverin­g exciting new destinatio­ns, then let us introduce you to Quantum and Anthem of the Seas, the world’s first smartships

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WITH the frenetic pace of modern life, taking time out to do the things you enjoy with the people you love is a real indulgence. So, whether you’re dining out with friends after work, or you’ve booked a city break with your partner, we are all increasing­ly discrimina­ting about how we spend our well earned downtime. For most of us, the bar has been raised when it comes to choosing the right restaurant for a Saturday night out or a chic boutique hotel for a romantic weekend getaway, so when it comes to a well deserved holiday, the discerning traveller expects a lot from their destinatio­n.

The future of travel

That’s why you’re certain to love Quantum and Anthem of the Seas, the wORld’s fiRst smaRtshiPs, fROm Royal Caribbean Internatio­nal. These state-of-the-art ships are sophistica­ted, cosmopolit­an destinatio­ns in their own right, OffeRiNg the kiNd Of extRaORdiN­aRy, elegant, exciting experience­s you expect from your holidays.

Imagine waking each morning to a diffeReNt view, PeRhaPs aN exPaNse Of glistening ocean stretching to the horizon, or a new port on a beautiful Caribbean island, or a historic European city. From sun-drenched beaches tO cultuRe-filled city adventures, your Quantum Class cruise holiday also has world-class entertainm­ent, activities, accOmmOdat­iON aNd eateRies tO OffeR a holiday experience at sea like no other.

Soar 300ft over the ocean in the innovative NorthStar capsule and enjoy extraordin­ary 360-degree views from an extended arm high above the ship, or revel in an adrenaline-fuelled simulated skydive on the revolution­ary Ripcord by iFly. Why not join a circus schOOl with flyiNg tRaPeze, OR jOiN iN a roller disco, at the versatile SeaPlex activity space, or kick back with a cocktail and an agenda to relax in the beautiful adults-only solarium pool?

World-class dining

Then, whether you’ve been in port for the day, or indulging in onboard activities, you’ll have a treat in store fOR yOuR taste buds, with 18 diffeReNt dining venues worthy of the most exclusive metropolit­an dining guide. From Wonderland, a molecular gastronomy experience in the vein of El Bulli aNd The Fat Duck, tO aN abundance of internatio­nal epicurean destiNatiO­Ns, iNcludiNg the fiRst seafaring outpost of Jamie’s Italian, you can eat where you want, when you want, thanks to Royal Caribbean’s ‘THESE STATE-OFTHE-ART SHIPS ARE SOPHISTICA­TED, COSMOPOLIT­AN DESTINATIO­NS IN THEIR OWN RIGHT’ New, flexible DyNamic DiNiNg propositio­n – no set times, no assigned seats, just a reservatio­n when and where it suits you, booked via the intuitive Royal iQ app on the on-board tablets, or your own device.

In fact, technology is intrinsic to Quantum Class ships and their status as world-class holiday destinatio­ns, from the Bionic Bar, where life-like robotic bartenders make and serve cocktails to order, to the dazzling Two70° performanc­e space, transformi­ng from a panoramic lounge by day to a spectacula­r performanc­e venue with wraparound Vistarama video projection­s and dancing Roboscreen­s, you’ll experience cuttingedg­e urban culture at every turn.

And, if you’re tempted to share your adventures with less fortunate souls at home, update your social media feeds utilising O3B, the world’s fastest internet at sea, which matches any on-shore bandwidth for speed. Already feeling left out? Experience the future of holidays yourself on these extRaORdiN­aRy shiPs aNd fiNd Out more at royalcarib­bean.co.uk

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Smart sailing (clockwise from below): the beauty of the Caribbean awaits; robotic bartenders in the Bionic Bar; book your dining with the Royal iQ app; Jamie’s first seafaring Italian is one of many dining options
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