In 1970, the world of Caribbean cruising was small. A trio of Norwegian shipping companies took a gamble, launching the from Miami. She wasn't the biggest ship, but she had something new: a signature Viking Crown Lounge wrapped around her funnel, giving guests a literal "deep" view of the horizon.
As the years passed, the "RCI" identity became synonymous with "firsts." rci cruiser
In 1978, the Song of Norway was literally cut in half to insert an 85-foot section, a bold feat of engineering to keep up with growing demand. In 1970, the world of Caribbean cruising was small
Here is a story that captures the spirit of the RCI journey, from its 1970 beginnings to the record-breaking giants of today. The Steel and the Song: A Royal Caribbean Story As the years passed, the "RCI" identity became
By the late 80s, ships like Sovereign of the Seas (1988) began the tradition of the "-of the Seas" naming convention, ushering in the era of the mega-ship.