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Which Cruise Ships HaveFlowRider?Written by Robert Grant

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When planning a cruise vacation, a suitable itinerary and appealingdestination remain the most important considerations; however, forthose who are new to cruising or haven’t been onboard for a while, alot has changed. The competitive industry has resulted in cruise linesproviding ever-new amenities and attractions to entice passengers –none more so than the FlowRider innovation on Royal Caribbeanvessels.

Researching a cruise has never been easier. Online resources highlightall the best attractions, bargains, and customer feedback. The FlowRiderhas garnered more than its fair share of reviews, with customersgenerally ecstatic about the experience. Opinion is divided however –and rightly so – as there have been serious and even fatalconsequences of inexperienced riders jumping in, unaware of theinherent dangers.

What is a FlowRider?

A FlowRider is a surf simulator constructed on dry land, or in the case ofRoyal Caribbean ships, a free attraction located on the deck at the rearof the vessel. A FlowRider wave is formed by water rushing upwards at40kph, mimicking the feel of the ocean surf. FlowRiders are perfectlysafe when riders stay within their limitations of surfing experience.There are options for laying on a boogie board or standing on a surfboard, and the opportunity to take lessons from the Royal Caribbeanexperts.

The risk of injury on the FlowRider is heightened mostly by the fact thatit is a very public entertainment where friends, family, and evencomplete strangers cheer the rider on. The natural response is to

please the fans by showcasing your surf skills. Unfortunately, manyriders have zero surf skills to show off, and the temptation to standrather than lay is too great for some people. Although serious injuriesare rare, they do happen. Passengers sign an “Onboard ActivitiesWaiver” which means they accept any risk of accident as their ownresponsibility.

I’m still interested. Which cruise shipshave FlowRider?

FlowRiders are found on a host of Royal Caribbean ships. There is oneon each of the Freedom classFreedom class ships:

Freedom of the SeasIndependence of the SeasLiberty of the Seas

Two of the Oasis classOasis class ships:

Allure of the SeasOasis of the Seas

Two of the Quantum classQuantum class ships:

Anthem of the SeasQuantum of the Seas

Two of the Voyager classVoyager class ships:

Navigator of the SeasVoyager of the Seas

The FlowRider is overseen by trained cruise ship personnel who are onhand to assist and make sure the rules are followed.

FlowRider on Liberty of the Seas

Suggestions for a safe ride

Get a feel for the FlowRider as a spectator. It’s almost as much funto watch as it is to experience. You will quickly learn how it is doneproperly.Start on a boogie board. The water is shallow and your fall will becushioned. Get a feel for controlling the board. Only experiencedriders should stand on a surfboard.Follow the instructions of FlowRider staff. They will teach you how tostay on the board and how to steer it.Be prepared for limited visibility. The FlowRider works by pushing

water up hill to form an artificial wave, and the water will besplashing in your face.Wear a tight bathing costume. A lot of force is generated by thewater in a FlowRider, so you may be more comfortable in shorts andT-shirt rather than bikini.

Restrictions:Restrictions: Guests participating in the FlowRider must be at least52″/132 cm tall to use the bodyboard and 58″/147 cm tall to use theflowboard.

FlowRider on Oasis of the Seas

FlowRiding is a sport attracting talented surfers from around the world.

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There are prestigious competitions and even world-championships heldevery year at exotic locations. It’s a great way for a novice to get thefeel for stability and motion on a boogie board before graduating tostanding up on a surf board. The enduring popularity of the RoyalCaribbean Cruise Line has been enhanced by the FlowRiderintroduction which has quickly become a favourite onboard attraction.

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KIM CRAWFORD06/10/2015 at 5:14 am

Can you tell me if Adventure of the seas has aflow rider pleaseMany thanksKim

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BRADO0O06/10/2015 at 9:19 pm

Adventure doesn’t have FlowRider:http://www.royalcaribbean.com.au/findacruise/ships/class/ship/home.do?shipCode=AD&wuc=AUS

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