Quantum of Solace
The first touch! The first meal! Moment one! Words aren’t necessarily the best communication medium here, but a few words are in order… If you’re wondering what the fuss is all about, it’s just this little business of Royal Caribbean International’s newest ship, Quantum of the Seas , that’s making ‘waves’ literally and figuratively with its unprecedented levels of technology that amps up the vacation experience. Boatloads of bandwidth keep guests connected; easy-to-use systems expand guest choices and simplify schedules; and RFID technology speeds the boarding process. There’s merit in their slogan – ‘For the smoothest trip, sail the Smart Ship’ Thirty minutes after boarding, I found myself in the confines of Jamie Oliver’s Italian restaurant opening. The place is al fresco, the food authentic Italian and sinful. Of Italian bargain. Entrée; salad; pork; cheese; then polenta; zucchini; and pork belly stuffed with vegetables comprised a meal of some substance. Lunch done,