<a href="http://bp1.blogger.com/_7TPKylZpuM4/SAYh98z20EI/AAAAAAAAAGY/npP_JGAPb04/s1600-h/genesis.jpg"><img src="http://bp1.blogger.com/_7TPKylZpuM4/SAYh98z20EI/AAAAAAAAAGY/npP_JGAPb04/s400/genesis.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br />   <p><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="http://www.jetlinecruise.com/royal_caribbean.phtml">Royal <st1:place st="on">Caribbean</st1:place></a> has unveiled the first architectural marvel of Project Genesis.<span>  </span>The latest evolution in ship design will bring the best of the land to sea with what will be known as <st1:place st="on">Central  Park</st1:place>.</span></p><p><br /><span lang="EN-GB"><o:p></o:p></span></p>  <p><span lang="EN-GB"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>  <p><st1:place st="on"><span lang="EN-GB">Central Park</span></st1:place><span lang="EN-GB"> is a revolutionary design which will involve the center of the ship opening to the sky, revealing lush tropical grounds spanning the length of a football pitch.<span>  </span>There will be a glorious public spaces with serene pathways, seasonal flower gardens and canopy trees.<span>  </span><st1:place st="on">Central Park</st1:place> will provide cruisers with unique choices of outdoor space to further enhance their cruise experience.</span></p><p><br /><span lang="EN-GB"><o:p></o:p></span></p>  <p><span lang="EN-GB"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>  <p><st1:place st="on"><span lang="EN-GB">Central Park</span></st1:place><span lang="EN-GB"> is one of the ship’s most ground breaking spaces and will be the first of seven special areas to be revealed on Project Genesis.<span>  </span>Each area will offer guests different features, depending on their personal style or mood.</span></p><p><br /><span lang="EN-GB"><o:p></o:p></span></p>  <p><span lang="EN-GB"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>  <p><st1:place st="on"><span lang="EN-GB">Central park</span></st1:place><span lang="EN-GB"> will be an elegant and lively area with a “town square” feel to it, with a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere throughout the day to a gathering place for alfresco dining and entertainment in the evening.<span>  </span>Guests will have the chance to enjoy concerts and street performances, with an array of restaurants to choose from.</span></p><p><br /><span lang="EN-GB"><o:p></o:p></span></p>  <p><span lang="EN-GB"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>  <p><span lang="EN-GB">The dining choices will range from fine dining to casual chic and will be an enjoyable social space for guests to gather.<span>  </span>150 <st1:place st="on">Central Park</st1:place> will be an elegant option; or the more casual Central Park Café for a picnic lunch, where guests can sit outdoors and people watch.<span>  </span></span>Other dining choices will include: Giovanni’s Table, an Italian restaurant; Vintages wine bar; and Royal Caribbean’s signature Chops Grille steakhouse.</p><p><br /><span>  </span></p>  <p><o:p> </o:p></p>  <p>There will also be several bars scattered throughout, including the Canopy Bar which will be located at one of two impressive glass domed canopies.<span>  </span>The fantastically unique Rising Tide Bar is a feat of engineering as it will give guests the chance to enjoy a cocktail as the bar slowly ascends into <st1:place st="on">Central Park</st1:place> and then back down again into the public space below.</p><p><br /></p>  <p><o:p> </o:p></p>  <p><span lang="EN-GB">The incredible area will be lined with balcony staterooms rising six decks high with views of the Park below and the sky above.<span>  </span>There will be a number of surprises to intrigue guests, including charming pathways and unusual plant life to be discovered, quiet reading corners, a chess garden with large scale pieces and a sculpture garden to name but a few.</span></p><p><br /><span lang="EN-GB"><o:p></o:p></span></p>  <p><span lang="EN-GB"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>  <p><st1:place st="on">Central Park</st1:place> will feature upscale retail boutiques for discerning travelers, including specialty outlets such as The Parkside Gallery, showcasing original artwork for purchase, and Picture This, a portrait studio.</p><p><br /></p>  <p><span lang="EN-GB"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>  <p>“We are thrilled to debut <st1:place st="on">Central Park</st1:place>, the first of many exciting neighborhoods on the Project Genesis ship, and a thrilling expression of the innovation and imagination for which Royal Caribbean is known,” said Richard Fain, Chairman &amp; CEO, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.<span>  </span>“This ship is a quantum leap in architecture and design and will deliver an unparalleled vacation experience to all who sail with us.”</p><p><br /></p>  <p><span lang="EN-GB"><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span lang="EN-GB"><o:p>Project Genesis is currently on order with Aker Yards in Finland and delivery is projected for August 2010.<br /></o:p></span></p>  <p><span lang="EN-GB"><o:p> </o:p></span></p><div>
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