Royal Caribbean International celebrated the arrival of Quantum of the Seas in Shanghai (Baoshan), China, yesterday. The ship is set to sail on three- to eight-night, roundtrip itineraries, year-round from Shanghai to North Asia destinations.

Quantum of the Seas is now joining Voyager of the Seas, Mariner of the Seas and Legend of the Seas in China.

“Chinese consumers have grown to expect the best the world has to offer, and Quantum of the Seas meets that standard like no other ship – this is a cruise from the future,” said Michael Bayley, President and CEO, Royal Caribbean International. “The addition of Quantum of the Seas has increased our brand’s capacity to the highest ever in the region. There is incredible potential in the Chinese market, and bringing our newest and most technologically advanced ship to China will cement our leadership position in the area.”