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Independence of the Seas

Independence of the Seas is a Freedom Class cruise ship operated by Royal Caribbean International. Entering service in 2008, the 154,407 GT ship carries approximately 3,858 guests at double occupancy.

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Independence of the Seas is a Freedom Class cruise ship operated by Royal Caribbean International. Built in Turku, Finland, she entered service in 2008 and made her maiden voyage in May that year.

Royal Caribbean currently lists the ship at 154,407 GT, with approximately 3,858 guests at double occupancy, around 1,440 crew and 14 passenger decks. Current Royal Caribbean deck-plan information publishes a length of 1,112 feet, beam of 183 feet, draught of 28 feet and speed of 22 knots.

Independence of the Seas received Royal Caribbean's major Royal Amplified upgrade in 2018, adding and updating a range of attractions, dining and entertainment experiences.

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Sources and verification

Ship record verified 15 sep 2026. Sources are listed so readers can check the original information.

Royal Caribbean – Ships by AgeOther · checked 15 September 2026 · Ship class, service year and current Royal Caribbean fleet particulars Royal Caribbean – Independence of the Seas Deck PlansOther · checked 15 September 2026 · Current official ship profile, class, features and published vessel particulars Royal Caribbean Fleet Guide 2022-2023Other · checked 15 September 2026 · Guest-capacity basis, maiden-voyage and/or refurbishment information where published

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