In a class all its own, Empress of the Seas might be smaller than most other Royal Caribbean International ships, but it contains just as many amazing amenities, including panoramic ocean views, themed bars and lounges, and the cruise line's signature rock-climbing wall.
As part of the Sovereign Family of ships, it was among the first mega ships in the cruise industry to take to the seas, and it's still an industry leader in the realm of family-friendly activities and innovative public areas, which include nine bars and lounges, an open-air basketball court, and...
“Experience is the name every one gives to their mistakes.” - Oscar Wilde
Old San Juan from the air, seen from the west. The entrance to the harbor is in the foreground. Morro Castle ("El Morro"), which guards the entrance to the harbor, is just to the left of the photo. The large brown building at the far left, a hollow square, was the barracks...