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RCL Quantum of the Seas Intros Robot Bartender


The combo of mechanical arms are called N1-C and B1-O, sort of reminders of C-3PO and T2-D2 from Star Wars. And maybe an earlier movie robot, too.

They serve on the Royal Caribbean Line’s newest and most technically-advanced cruise ship in its aptly-named Bionic Bar. After you belly up, whether you order a Bloody Mary or Scotch on the rocks, a robot will have the drink in front of you in a quick minute or so.

It all sounds great to us, and if we’re lucky enough to sail on the new RCL ship, we just have one question: How much do you tip a robot bartender? Further, what do you use as a tip? Are three screws, two wing nuts and a bolt enough? 

For more information on the Quantum of the Seas and other RCL schedules, go to www.royalcaribbean.com
Abu Dhabi, UAE: Airport Catnaps $12.50 An Hour PDF Print E-mail


This Middle Eastern airport is not the first to offer small nap spaces. Many Asian terminals have locker-like cocoons for weary travelers. However, Abu Dhabi has a unique, egg-shaped solution for finding resting places.

The available GoSleep pods in the airport waiting area are chairs that convert into flat beds and feature sliding privacy shades that isolate the occupant from noise, light and crowds. For that fee, it may be possible for a person to actually rest in a busy, bustling airport. To misquote Kipling: If you can keep your head down while all around you are screaming theirs off...”

For more information, go to www.abudhabiairport.ae
 
 
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