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.
To an (Royal Caribbean International), "deep" isn't just about the depth of the hull—it’s about the decades of evolution that turned three Norwegian ships into floating cities. rci cruiser
As the years passed, the "RCI" identity became synonymous with "firsts." In 1978, the Song of Norway was literally
Today, legendary cruisers like "Super Mario" represent the ultimate RCI story, having lived and worked on these ships for over 25 years, crossing the 10,000-point loyalty threshold. In 1970, the world of Caribbean cruising was small
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.
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.
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