On board: OTT luxe cruises

How crazy OTT can a cruise get? Can you have an amphitheatre on board? How about musical fountains? A planetarium? Yes to all the above, if you sign up for a vacation on one of these super luxe beauties.

Oasis Of The Seas
This is the world’s largest cruise ship. It is so large, it is divided into seven different neighbourhoods. Central Park is home to the Rising Tide Bar, which travels three levels as guests sip their drinks. The ship’s onboard activities include a zip-line, carousel, rock-climbing walls, a 750 seat-AquaTheatre amphitheatre hosting water ballet and dinner shows with the option of 25 different restaurants. It sails to several destinations including those in North America, South America, the Caribbean and northern Europe. Per day at sea: Rs. 30,000-43,000

MSC Fantasia
MSC Fantasia is known for its opulence and luxury. The MSC yacht club features a staircase made of Swarovski crystals as well as a private lounge with transparent ceiling. The aqua park features 150 illuminated musical fountains. Experience its 12 hydro-massage pools, the Formula 1 simulator and an interactive 4-D cinema. The Fantasia sails through the Mediterranean, northern Europe and South America. Per day at sea: Rs. 12,000-18,000

Queen Mary 2
The Queen Mary 2 is said to be the most magnificent ocean liner ever built. It also features the only planetarium at sea. You can eat at its 15 first-class restaurants and numerous bars and lounges, including the Veuve Clicquot Champagne Bar. They also have regular book clubs, workshops on flower arrangement, daily group sessions for needlework and knitting, and watercolour painting. This cruise travels almost anywhere. It is also well-known for its 108-day World Voyage. Per day at sea: Rs. 25,000-36,000

Seabourn
The Seabourn offers sophisticated onboard activities like wine tastings and lectures. The ship has spacious suites and a spiral glass staircase, and 90 per cent of the ship’s suites have private verandahs. The ship includes 11 decks with two swimming pools, six outdoor whirlpools, water sports and a private diamond showroom. It sails to Asia, the Caribbean and the Mediterranean. Per day at sea: Rs. 18,000-28,000