Monarch of the Seas underwent extensive renovations, including the addition of new amenities and activities, before arriving in her new homeport of Los Angeles in June 2003 to sail year-round, three and four-night Baja Mexico cruises.
Renovations extended to every area of the ship, from expanded spa and fitness facilities to additional dining options to refurbished guest staterooms, public areas and lounges.
Monarch is also the first Royal Caribbean ship outside the Voyager and Radiance classes to sport one of the line's signature rock-climbing walls.
In addition to trying their skills on the rockwalls, fitness fanatics can maintain their workout regimen at the relocated and expanded ShipShape Fitness Center and Spa. The full-service spa has a hair and nails salon, as well as 11 treatment rooms, including a two-person room for couples.
California-style cuisine inspired the new additions to Monarch's two-storey casual dining venue, the Windjammer Cafe. The first floor of the Windjammer now includes an Asian-fusion restaurant, Jade, in addition to its previous extensive buffet of contemporary entrees, salads, sandwiches, side dishes and desserts. The Windjammer has also been reconfigured with buffet "islands" to facilitate traffic flow. Upstairs, guests can try the exotic offerings at the upscale sushi bar, Jade Sushi, or check out the creative creations at the gourmet pizza station.
In addition, the ship's main dining rooms were renamed and refurbished with design modifications as well as new carpet, chairs, tables and decor.
Major facelift for Monarch
