| Royal picks up Spectrum

ROYAL Caribbean Cruises has formally taken delivery of the 26th ship in its cruise fleet, Spectrum of the Seas.

The vessel is custom designed for the Chinese market, and will be the largest ship based in Asia.

Features on board Spectrum include Sky Pad, FlowRider, RipCord by iFLY, and the SeaPlex.

Other major selling points on the ship include private dining areas, lounges, an upscale solarium, and a karaoke bar with private rooms for VIP singers.

Restaurants include Teppanyaki, The HotPot, and Sichuan Red.

Pictured: Spectrum of the Seas.