Royal Caribbean will host Eurovision themed sailings to celebrate new partnership

Royal Caribbean will host Eurovision themed sailings to celebrate new partnership
Edited by Travel Weekly


As an official partner of the Eurovision Song Contest in 2024 and 2025, Royal Caribbean International has revealed four unique European holidays will take centre stage in May 2024 as the official Eurovision-themed sailings of the year.

Fans of the world’s largest live music event and live entertainment alike can experience the show’s Grand Final weekend in a whole new way on Anthem, Explorer, Oasis and Odyssey of the Seas, with special edition experiences across entertainment, dining and more.

Royal Caribbean’s show stopping entertainment venues, including Two70 – where cutting-edge technology and artistry merge – the Studio B ice arena and live music venue Music Hall, will also transform into the perfect spot to watch the winner be crowned in the long-awaited final.

“Millions of fans across the world watch the Eurovision Song Contest from home every year, and now these sailings give fans the chance to unite and celebrate the world’s largest live music event in a way they never have before while adventuring around Europe,” VP (Europe, Middle East, Africa), Royal Caribbean International, Ben Bouldin, said.

“Paired with Royal Caribbean’s own world-class entertainment, holidaymakers can lay all their love on the world of Eurovision as they visit a line-up of landmark destinations across the continent, making for a truly memorable holiday.”

Eurovision-Themed Holidays

  • Oasis of the Seas – May 5, 2024 – From Barcelona, Spain Sailing in Europe for the first time with its amplified adventures, the original game changer is the perfect backdrop for friends and families to create lifelong memories.
  • Odyssey of the Seas – May 5, 2024 – sailing from Civitavecchia, Italy The fan favourite will whisk holidaymakers and Eurovision fans across Cyprus, Greece, Italy and Turkey on a 12-night adventure.
  • Anthem of the Seas – May 10, 2024 – From Southampton, England Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!
  • Explorer of the Seas – May 11, 2024 – From Ravenna, Italy The 7-night holiday to Italy, Greece and Croatia will kick off in the best way with the Eurovision Grand Final Viewing Party on the first night.

As an Official Partner of the Eurovision Song Contest, Royal Caribbean will bring to life a wide range of moments and experiences in 2024 and 2025, including brand exposure throughout the event, host-city promotion and more. More about the partnership will be revealed soon.

Holidaymakers as well as live entertainment and Eurovision fans alike can experience the newly announced Eurovision adventures this spring by visiting Royal Caribbean’s website or contacting their local travel agent.

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