Freedom of the Seas was launched in May 2006 as the largest cruise ship in the world, spanning 15 decks, with a capacity of 4,500 passengers and introducing Royal Caribbean's now popular FlowRider surf simulator. Although the ship is no longer the largest in Royal Caribbean's fleet - that title is held by the new Oasis class ships, Royal Caribbean is doing a great job of keeping Freedom of the Seas up to date starting with the beautiful Royal 133-meter-long promenade with countless themed shops, restaurants and bars. In 2015, Freedom received a makeover, new cabins, a new nightclub and two new paid restaurants, offering passengers extensive dining choices ranging from Italian to Mexican. On Freedom of the Seas you never get the feeling of crowding, apart from some peak hours, you can find quiet and private corners such as the library, the Internet cafe, the Cafè Promenade, the Vintage wine shop and even the swimming pool Solarium. Overall, the flow of guests throughout the ship is smo...