MONARCH OF THE SEAS
April 14, 2006 | Los Angeles Harbor, California, United States of America
On April 14, 2006, the Monarch of the Seas (Royal Caribbean) was captured leaving Los Angeles Harbor, embarking on another voyage under a blanket of overcast skies. The image conveys a poignant moment of transition as the ship slips quietly through the calm harbor waters, setting off into the gray expanse of the Pacific. This departure marks yet another journey for the Monarch of the Seas, as it navigates away from the familiar landscapes of the harbor into the vast, open sea.
The Monarch of the Seas, part of Royal Caribbean's Sovereign Class, was a groundbreaking vessel at its launch in 1991. Renowned for being one of the largest cruise ships in the world at that time, it boasted a gross tonnage of 73,941 GT and could carry up to 2,744 passengers. This ship was a pioneer in terms of size and offered a variety of innovative onboard amenities.
Information List
Name: MS Monarch of the Seas (1991–2013), Monarch (2013–2020)
Operator: Royal Caribbean International (1991–2013), Pullmantur Cruises (2013–2020)
Year Launched: 1991
Shipyard: Chantiers de l'Atlantique, Saint-Nazaire, France
Length: 268.32 meters
Beam: 36 meters
Draft: 7.55 meters
Speed: 22 knots
Tonnage: 73,937 GT
Capacity: 2,744 passengers
Crew: Not specified
Facilities Include: Basketball court, rock-climbing wall, pools, spa, and multiple dining options
Refits/Upgrades: Major refurbishment in 2003 to include new recreational facilities; minor refurbishments in 2013 for transfer to Pullmantur
Decommissioned: Sold for scrap in 2020 following the closure of Pullmantur due to financial difficulties
