Quantum of the Seas: A Decade of Exploration and Adventure

The Quantum of the Seas recently marked its tenth anniversary of operation. Constructed by the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany, the ship was officially delivered to Royal Caribbean International on October 28, 2014.  

As the inaugural vessel in the Quantum class, the 170,000-ton ship began its journey with a trans-Atlantic crossing, eventually reaching its first homeport in Cape Liberty, New Jersey.  

After hosting several pre-launch events, the Quantum of the Seas embarked on its first official voyage on November 23, 2014. This eight-night cruise to the Bahamas and Florida included stops at Port Canaveral, Nassau, and Royal Caribbean’s private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay.  

During its debut season, the ship sailed out of the New York area, offering a variety of itineraries. These included seven- and eight-night cruises to the Bahamas, as well as longer journeys of up to 12 nights to the Southern and Eastern Caribbean.  

In May 2015, the vessel was repositioned to Asia as part of what Royal Caribbean described as a "strategic move." Sailing from Shanghai, it began serving the region’s growing cruise market.  

Before settling into its new homeport, Quantum undertook a remarkable 53-night "Quantum Global Odyssey." This voyage included stops across the Atlantic, Mediterranean, Red Sea, Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Far East, connecting Cape Liberty to China.  

For the next several years, the ship focused on itineraries in Asia, Australia, and the South Pacific. In 2022, it returned to North America, where it continues to offer diverse cruising experiences.  

Currently operating out of Brisbane, Australia, the vessel is set to relocate to Alaska for the 2025 summer season. Afterward, it will head to the West Coast, where it will sail two- to six-night itineraries from Los Angeles to the Mexican Riviera and Baja Mexico during the 2025-26 winter season.  

The Quantum of the Seas has spent a decade bringing unforgettable adventures to travelers worldwide, and its journey is far from over.