Navigator of the Seas

Billed as the longest waterslide at sea, The Blaster sends guests through more than 800 feet of twisting tube on a water-propelled raft, complete with drops, straightaways and a stretch suspended out over the side of the ship. It's one of the headline additions from Navigator of the Seas' Royal Amplified makeover, and not one to skip on a sea day.

For guests craving that extra thrill, Riptide is a headfirst mat racer slide that twists through a clear tube extending out over the ocean. The open views make it a markedly different ride to the usual enclosed waterslide, giving guests a proper look at the sea rushing past below.

Whether they choose to fight for the robot civilisation or the invading alien scouts, guests taking on Battle for Planet Z are certain to have a blast. Navigator of the Seas' glow-in-the-dark laser tag arena offers a popular way for mixed-age groups to spend an hour together in exhilarating escape.

Puzzle enthusiasts should set aside time for The Observatorium, the ship's escape-room challenge, where small teams race against the clock to solve a sequence of clues and riddles. With a strict time limit and no hints offered freely, it rewards guests who like to think on their feet.

Navigator of the Seas offers plenty of reasons to reserve a table for the evening. Chef Jamie Oliver's Jamie's Italian serves family-style pasta and seasonal Tuscan plates, while Hooked Seafood serves New England-style lobster rolls and chowder. Izumi offers sushi, sashimi, and tabletop hibachi for guests after something a little more theatrical.

Not every delicious meal on a Navigator of the Seas cruise needs advance planning. Windjammer serves its usual rotating international buffet from breakfast through to a late supper, and El Loco Fresh keeps things quick with tacos and burritos by the pool. The ship's main dining room also offers a changing menu each evening as part of the standard cruise fare.

The Lime and Coconut, spread across three decks at the heart of the amplified pool area, brings Caribbean-inspired cocktails and a rooftop sun deck to daytime drinking, while Schooner Bar keeps things more traditional with nautical styling and a pianist most evenings. After a flutter, Casino Royale rounds out the ship's evening line-up with table games and slots

Standard: Approx. 160 sq. ft.
Promenade View: Approx. 167 sq. ft.
Virtual Balcony: Approx. 160 sq. ft.

Navigator of the Seas' rooms are a practical, budget-friendly base for guests who'd rather spend their money ashore than in the cabin. The Promenade View grade looks down over the ship's indoor thoroughfare, while the Virtual Balcony option adds a floor-to-ceiling screen streaming live ocean views for guests who still want a sense of the outside.

Standard: Approx. 161 sq. ft.
Spacious: Approx. 211 sq. ft.
Panoramic: Approx. 191 sq. ft.
Ultra Spacious: Approx. 328 sq. ft.

A picture window brings natural light and a proper sea view into these cabins without the cost of a balcony. The Ultra Spacious grade is especially suited to larger family groups, with enough floor space to spread out comfortably between port days.

Standard: Approx. 203 sq. ft. plus a 42 sq. ft. balcony.
Connecting: Approx. 198 sq. ft. plus a 42 sq. ft. balcony.

Stepping outside for fresh sea air is simple in these balcony staterooms, which pair a sitting area with a private outdoor space. The Connecting grade is worth a look for friends or family travelling together but keen to keep their own separate cabins.

Junior: Approx. 277 sq. ft. plus a balcony of up to 64 sq. ft.
Grand: Approx. 381-547 sq. ft.
Owner's: Approx. 506 sq. ft. plus a 64 sq. ft. balcony.

Sitting between a standard balcony cabin and the ship's full suites, the Junior Suite adds a separate seating area along with a handful of suite-guest perks carried through the rest of the ship. With room to sleep a larger family group and a layout built around a proper lounge area, the Owner's Suite pairs a separate bedroom and lounge with a full bathtub and a wraparound balcony, making it the pick for guests wanting the most indulgent stay Navigator of the Seas has to offer.

Navigator of the Seas' 2019 refit doubled the surface area of its main pool deck, added extra lounging space across several levels, and relocated hot tubs to face straight out to sea. The layout is noticeably different from the ship's original design and built with busier sea days in mind.

Kept apart from the main pool deck, the adults-only Solarium gives guests travelling without children a calmer corner of the ship to settle into. Covered loungers and a dedicated pool make it a sound choice for an afternoon spent reading rather than queuing for a sunbed.

Guests looking to slow the pace will find a full treatment menu at the Vitality Spa, including massages, facials, and body wraps, with a nearby salon for a trim or manicure before dinner. The adjoining Fitness Center runs a weekly schedule of classes alongside its usual cardio and weights equipment, so there's no need to let a routine slip entirely on holiday.