Arriving From Manhatten NY

Passengers 4,232

Next Port Of Call Halifax NS

Arriving From Manhattan NYC

Passengers 1,916

Next Port Of Call Halifax

Passengers 1916

Arriving From: Eastport, Maine

Next Port Of call : Halifax, Nova Scotia

Overview & Specs

• Operator: Royal Caribbean International. It’s the last vessel in the Vision class, and also its namesake. WikipediaRoyal Caribbean Blog

• Maiden Voyage: May 2, 1998, after being launched in 1997. Wikipedia

• Dimensions:

  • Length: ~279 m (915 ft)

  • Beam: ~32.2–35 m

  • Draft: ~7.6–7.8 m

  • Gross tonnage: ~78,000–78,500 GT

  • Deadweight: ~6,300 t Royal Caribbean BlogWikipediaShip Technology

• Capacity & Crew:

  • Double occupancy: ~2,050 passengers

  • Maximum capacity: ~2,514 passengers

  • Crew: around 742–765 members Nautical FlockU.S. News TravelShip TechnologyWikipedia

Design & Onboard Features

• Architectural Highlights: The standout feature is the five-deck Centrum, a soaring glass atrium that pulses with aerial performances and viewpoint lounges. Nautical FlockRoyal Caribbean Blog

• Refits:

  • Last dry dock: 2013 — added specialty dining (Chops Grille, Izumi, Chef’s Table, Giovanni’s Table), Park Café, new lounges, improved Wi-Fi, and centralized digital enhancements. CruiseMapperRoyal Caribbean IncentivesNautical Flock

• Amenities:

  • Dining: Main dining room, buffet, Park Café, specialty venues

  • Activities: Pools, Solarium (adults-only lounge), rock wall, casino, theaters, lounges

  • Cabins: Interior, ocean-view, balcony, and suites (some include whirlpool tubs) U.S. News Travelcostcotravel.caCruiseMapper

Itineraries & Homeports

• Recent Homeport: Relocated to Baltimore in May 2023 Wikipedia

• Itineraries: Cruises include Caribbean, Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada/New England out of Baltimore U.S. News TravelCruiseMapper

• Current Voyage (as of August–September 2025):

  • A 9-day round-trip from Baltimore through New England and Canada, calling in Saint John, New Brunswick — right in your backyard! CruiseMapper

Guest Experience — What People Are Saying

From cruise reviews and Reddit users:

• Refined, traditional experience:

  “Vision is a small ship… It’s a slower paced ship…” Reddit

• Staff praised for exceptional service:

  “The wait staff and cabin attendants were truly amazing…” Reddit
  “Staff were the best of any cruise I have ever been on…” Reddit

• Maintenance & age concerns:

  “The ship is desperately in need of a remodel… We lost complete power at sea…” Reddit
  Several guests note that while the ship feels dated, cleanliness and service remain top-tier. Reddit+1

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