Everyone who shares their WOW moments via #InstaFilmFest is now in the draw to sail on the inaugural voyage of Quantum of the Seas

       

Royal Caribbean International has upped the ante in the competition for the world's first Instagram film festival. The winner of the competition will now be one of the first to sail on Royal Caribbean International's much anticipated new superliner - Quantum of the Seas - complete with an array of game changing "firsts at sea"!

Each and every guest will be "WOWed" by Quantum of the Seas which spans 16 decks, encompasses 167,800 gross registered tons, carries 4,180 guests and features 2,090 staterooms. Building on a legacy of more than 40 years of innovation and creative design, Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas will thrill guests with features such as: RipCord by iFLY the first skydiving experience at sea which allows everyone from first-time flyers to seasoned skydivers to enjoy the sheer thrill and exhilaration of skydiving in a safe, controlled and simulated environment and the North Star an engineering marvel taking guests to new heights - literally - with a jewel-shaped, glass capsule, transporting them on a spectacular journey more than 300 feet above the ocean and over the sides of the ship to deliver awe-inspiring 360-degree views.

Adam Armstrong, Commercial Director, said: "Royal Caribbean is thrilled to be hosting the world's first Instagram film festival. We have been overwhelmed by the amount and quality of entries so far. So, we've decided to make the stakes even higher by enhancing the top prize. The winner will now be one of the very first in the world to sail onboard the brand new Quantum of the Seas during her inaugural celebrations November 2014 - several days before her maiden cruise. The prize includes return flights from Australia to New York and a balcony cabin for two people.  This is a once in a lifetime opportunity!

"The Royal Caribbean InstaFilmFest campaign highlights the onboard WOW moments that Royal Caribbean's guests experience everyday - but they have never seen anything like Quantum of the Seas. We can't wait to see even more WOW moments shared on Instagram via the hashtag #InstaFilmFest."

Other prizes on offer for Royal Caribbean's InstaFilmFest include a two night cruise onboard Rhapsody of the Seas for the most popular WOW moment (People's Choice). And everyone who votes online for their favourite WOW moment will go into the draw to win a Black Edition GoPro camera.

The Royal Caribbean InstaFilmFest grand finale will take place onboard the mega liner Voyager of the Seas in Sydney harbour on 13th February, 2014. Finalists and VIPs will attend the exclusive event, where the finalists' videos will be shown and the winners will be announced.*

An expert panel of four judges were announced last week: Lauren Bath (Australian Instagram influencer), Pauly Vella (Australian Instagram influencer), Tim Charody (Australian travel documentary maker) and David Farrier (entertainment and technology journalist and personality in New Zealand).

Royal Caribbean's InstaFilmFest was created to celebrate the moments in life that take your breath away - or even just make you smile. An unforgettable sunset, waves lapping at your favourite beach, indulging in a beautiful meal, a baby's first steps, the look on the guest of honour's face at a surprise party - the possibilities for "WOW moment" entries are endless - and not just limited to cruising or holidays. Since October, over 500 videos have been shared via the hashtag #InstaFilmFest!

Royal Caribbean has two superliners and one megaliner based locally for the summer cruise season - Rhapsody of the Seas, Radiance of the Seas and Voyager of the Seas. The ships sail to an array of exciting ports in Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific until April 2014. Royal Caribbean ships are "designed for WOW", featuring innovative onboard experiences that cannot be found on other cruise lines - such as rock climbing walls, speciality dining restaurants, DreamWorks character parades, cupcake decorating classes, surfing simulators, an ice skating rink and much more.**

Useful Links

About Royal Caribbean International: RoyalCaribbean.com.au  

About Quantum of the Seas: RoyalCaribbean.com/Quantum

InstaFilmFest microsite: instafilmfestival.com.au

Royal Caribbean AU & NZ Instagram: instagram.com/royalcaribbean_aunz

Royal Caribbean AU & NZ Facebook:  facebook.com/rciaustraliaandnz

Royal Caribbean AU & NZ YouTube: youtube.com/rciaustraliaandnz

InstaFilmFest media materials: newsboost.com/newsroom/rcl-cruises-ltd

*For full competition terms and conditions, visit: www.instafilmfestival.com.au

**Facilities vary per ship.  

RCL Cruises Ltd Australia commenced operation in December 2008 as the Australian arm of global cruise holiday company Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.  The company offers three cruise brands in Australia and New Zealand: Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Club Cruises. Royal Caribbean International has three ships sailing in the region: Voyager of the Seas, Radiance of the Seas and Rhapsody of the Seas.  This is in addition to two Celebrity Cruises ships, Celebrity Solstice and Celebrity Millennium.

For additional information or to a make reservation, visit: royalcaribbean.com.au, contact your travel agent or call 1800 754 500. Travel professionals can call 1300 754 500 or visit: cruisingpower.com

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The D'Arcy Partnership

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