Independence of the Seas was launched in April 2008. There are 16 passenger elevators on board. At 154,407 gross tons, it was the largest cruise ship and passenger vessel yet built before Oct 2009. Independence of the Seas is also the first Royal Caribbean ship to feature heated, fresh water pools. Amenities include ice-skating rink which features professional ice skating shows, rock climbing wall, a basketball/hockey court, a mini golf course, and a FlowRider for surfing. Independence of the Seas features an interactive water park, the H2O Zone, a dedicated sports pool for volleyball and basketball, and whirlpools which extend from the ship's sides. It houses an internal shopping 'street', the Promenade lined with shops, pubs and wine bars, with a "bridge" which can be lowered from the ceiling void to provide a performance space above the crowds. There is also the two story Alhambra theatre, seating 1,200, and a complete conference centre.
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