Vision class · Royal Caribbean · In service since 1997

Enchantment of the Seas

Enchantment of the Seas is a Vision class cruise ship operated by Royal Caribbean, in service since 1997. At about 82,910 gross tons and ranks #27 by size in the 30-ship Royal Caribbean fleet we cover.

82,910 gross tons
917 ft long

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Cruise line: Royal Caribbean International
Ship class: Vision class
Entered service: 1997 (29 years ago)
Gross tonnage: 82,910
Length: 917 ft (279.6 m)
Speed: 24 knots
Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards
Flag: Norway
IMO number: 9111802

About Enchantment of the Seas

Enchantment of the Seas began life in 1997 as a Vision-class ship and became a one-of-a-kind in 2005, when Royal Caribbean cut it in half and inserted a new midsection about 73 feet long. The stretch added cabins, restaurants and an expanded pool deck, so it is slightly larger than its sisters while keeping the class’s glass-walled Centrum and Viking Crown Lounge. Enchantment has long been used for short Bahamas and Caribbean trips, where its smaller size and simple layout make it easy for first-timers to find their way around.

Best for: First-time and budget cruisers who want a short, easygoing trip on a smaller Royal Caribbean ship.

Enchantment of the Seas highlights

73-foot midsection added in 2005, expanding the pool deck and public rooms
Viking Crown Lounge overlooking the sea
Glass-walled Centrum atrium
Rock-climbing wall
Adventure Ocean kids’ club

How Enchantment of the Seas compares in size

Gross tonnage measures a ship's enclosed volume, not its weight. Source: Wikidata.

Vision class sister ships

Sailing with Royal Caribbean

Royal Caribbean is the big-ship, high-activity line: surf simulators, water slides, ice rinks and Broadway shows on some of the largest cruise ships ever built. It suits families, groups and active couples who want a floating resort and a private-island beach day, and it’s less suited to anyone who wants quiet, small ships or an all-inclusive fare.

Read our full Royal Caribbean guide: dining, drinks, tipping and who it suits →

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Enchantment of the Seas FAQs

How big is Enchantment of the Seas?

Enchantment of the Seas measures about 82,910 gross tons and is about 917 feet (280 m) long. That makes it #27 of 30 Royal Caribbean ships we cover by tonnage, and #161 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.

When was Enchantment of the Seas built?

Enchantment of the Seas entered service in 1997 and was built by Kvaerner Masa-Yards. Older ships are often refurbished, so ask about recent upgrades when you compare sailings.

What class of ship is Enchantment of the Seas?

Enchantment of the Seas belongs to Royal Caribbean's Vision class, alongside Grandeur of the Seas, Rhapsody of the Seas, Vision of the Seas. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.

Is Enchantment of the Seas good for families?

Kids are a core audience. Adventure Ocean runs supervised, age-grouped programs for children 3 to 12 (with group babysitting late in the evening for a fee), and teen clubs give 12- to 17-year-olds their own lounge and activities. Facilities vary by ship, so check what Enchantment of the Seas offers for your kids' ages.

Updated November 2026 by the BookMyDreamCruise editorial team. How we research and fact-check.

Sources: Wikidata, Wikipedia, Royal Caribbean official site.