The 168,666gt Quantum of the Seas, perhaps the most anticipated new cruise ship in a long time, was handed over to Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCCL) by Meyer Werft at Bremerhaven on 28th October prior to departing for Southampton.Sadly the arrival was moved forward from the morning of 30th October to 1730 on 29th October so a dreadfully gloomy day and fading light somewhat spoiled the U.K. debut.