Is the ultimate abyss a water slide?

At 10 stories high, Harmony of the Seas' Ultimate Abyss is not only the tallest slide at sea but an epic adventure, not for the feint of heart.



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At more than 150 feet above sea level, the Ultimate Abyss on Oasis Class ships is the tallest slide at sea. Thrill seekers begin their adventure at the slide's glass platform and then launch down 10 stories of twist and turns, whizzing past multisensory effects before blasting onto the Boardwalk.

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At more than 150 feet above sea level, the Ultimate Abyss on Oasis Class ships is the tallest slide at sea. Thrill seekers begin their adventure at the slide's glass platform and then launch down 10 stories of twist and turns, whizzing past multisensory effects before blasting onto the Boardwalk.

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Midship staterooms on the lowest passenger deck are the most excellent spot to be on a cruise ship in this instance because you don't feel the vessel sway as much.

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Lower Decks This is because this part of the ship, its lowest and most central area, is the most stable during rough sea conditions. A central cabin on one of the lower decks is the best place you can be when you're feeling nauseous. Note that these cabins can feel a bit claustrophobic, though.

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What is Royal Caribbean's Ultimate Abyss? The Ultimate Abyss is a duo of 10-deck dry slides introduced by Royal Caribbean on Harmony of the Seas in 2016. Since then, all but one of the other ships in the Oasis Class have either debuted with the slides or had them added.

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The most stable part of the ship is its lowest point of gravity, so on a lower deck, at the center. You'd feel a lot less motion here than, say, in a stateroom on the upper decks a long way forward or aft (towards the back of the ship).

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To reduce motion sickness, choose a stateroom in the middle of the ship on a lower deck. You will feel any sway of the ship less in this section. Although it may seem counterintuitive, if you're worried about seasickness on a cruise, book a stateroom with a window or a veranda.

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79% of all crimes reported onboard cruise ships are sexual assaults, as per the US Department of Transportation. This statistic is a stark reminder of the prevalence of sexual assaults on cruise ships, and serves as a powerful reminder of the need for increased safety measures to protect passengers.

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Slip and Fall Accidents: These are among the most common accidents on cruise ships. Slippery surfaces, uneven flooring, or inadequate warning signs can lead to passengers or crew members slipping, tripping, or falling.

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Midship staterooms on the lowest passenger deck are the most excellent spot to be on a cruise ship in this instance because you don't feel the vessel sway as much.

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Get ready to chart a thrill-filled course for adventure on the longest waterslide at sea — The Blaster® aqua coaster. Team up on a tandem tube as five waterjet blasters propel you along more than 800 feet of dips, drops and straightaways.

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Icon of the Seas can carry approximately 8,000 people and weighs in at 250,800 tonnes – five times the weight of the Titanic, for reference. It houses a waterpark with a total of six slides, including “the tallest waterslide to sail” and the first open freefall waterslide on a cruise ship.

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Royal Bay? Pool There's always a seat open for you at Royal Bay. This sprawling oasis on Chill Island? is the largest pool at sea, with over 40,000 gallons of water. Here, you'll find plenty of space to soak up the sun or make a splash. Like in-water loungers and raised whirlpools offering elevated views.

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