Royal Caribbean Cruise ships

Royal Caribbean International has just revealed the first look at its highly anticipated Icon of the Seas, the newest ship in its fleet.

There are new layouts made for families of three, four, five and more, like the Family Infinite Balcony and Surfside Family Suite – with kids alcoves tucked away from the adults – and the three-story Ultimate Family Townhouse, complete with its own white picket fence and mailbox. Along with other proven applications, such as shore power connection and waste heat recovery systems, the new ship will be the cruise line’s most sustainable to date. - The Hideaway – Tucked away, this neighborhood 135 feet above the ocean combines the good vibes of beach club scenes around the world and the uninterrupted ocean views only a cruise can offer. The signature entertainment venue takes artistry and cutting-edge technology to new heights, with a transforming pool, four robotic arms, state-of-the-art projection and more. There’s a pool for every mood, each with prime ocean views: the vibrant Swim & Tonic, the line’s first swim-up bar at sea; Royal Bay Pool, the largest pool at sea; Cloud 17, an adults-only retreat; and the serene, infinity-edge Cove Pool. More returning favorites include experiences like new takes on mini golf at Lost Dunes, rock climbing at Adrenaline Peak, and Absolute Zero, Royal Caribbean’s largest ice arena, and dining venues such as Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar on the Royal Promenade and the Asian-inspired Izumi in Central Park. From the beach retreat to the resort escape and the theme park adventure, with Icon, every kind of family and adventurer can experience their version of the ultimate family vacation. It’s this first-of-its-kind combination that makes Icon the future of family vacations, and that future is here.Michael Bayley, president and CEO, Royal Caribbean International Royal Caribbean begins to spotlight what’s in store with the first look at eight neighborhoods that come alive day and night, including five brand-new adventures and three bold, returning favorites. - Surfside – Introducing a neighborhood made for young families from end to end, where adults and kids ages six and under will want to stay and play all day. With each new ship, we raise the bar in the travel industry while enhancing what our guests know and love. We set out to create a vacation that makes all that possible in one place for the thrill-seekers, the chill enthusiasts and everyone in between, without compromise.

The largest waterpark at sea. The tallest drop slide ever on a cruise ship. The first suspended infinity pool to sail the ocean… These are just a few of the ...

New with Icon will be an adults-only alcove on the island, Hideaway Beach, that will have private cabanas, ocean views, and a huge pool. All sailings will include a stop at the company's private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas, which is home to all sorts of other thrills and activities, including the tallest waterslide in North America. Icon will be the first ship in Royal Caribbean's fleet to be powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG) and the first to have fuel cell technology that will power some of the ship's operations—steps in the right direction; however, there's still a long way for it and other cruise lines to go before they can claim these mega-ships are "sustainable." As for sailing, Icon will make seven-night trips from Miami across the eastern and western Caribbean throughout the year. At night, the space will turn into an entertainment destination with restaurants and bars, plus the ship's AquaTheater. - Surfside: This new neighborhood is dedicated to young families with kids ages six and under, according to the company. Impressive numbers and attractions aside, the ship will also mark a significant milestone in the company's pledge to switch to cleaner energy and fuel sources and its overall goal of net zero emissions by 2050. Here are a few additional highlights from Royal Caribbean's announcement and a recent press event in Miami, which, full disclosure, Thrillist attended at the company's expense. It's this first-of-its-kind combination that makes Icon the future of family vacations, and that future is here." [Royal ](https://www.thrillist.com/search?q=Royal%20Caribbean)Caribbean's next-generation cruise ship, Icon of the Seas. It'll have 18 passenger decks (and 20 in total), seven pools, nine whirlpools, six record-breaking waterslides, up to 2,350 crew members, and 5,610 passengers with its 2,805 state rooms at double occupancy (7,600 passengers maximum), according to the company. These are just a few of the many, many new attractions set to literally make waves on

Royal Caribbean International provided the first details on its much anticipated new cruise ship, the Icon of the Seas, which has been under construct...

The Aqua Theater is repositioned from the stern on the Oasis class to a new large glass domed area at the front of the superstructure. Due to enter service in January 2024, the Icon of the Seas will be sailing from Miami. At 1,198 feet in length, the ship is 10 feet longer than the Wonder of the Seas, the current largest cruise ship. This includes the largest pool at sea, one cantilevered at the top of the superstructure, and a dedicated area for adult passengers. Royal Caribbean International provided the first details on its much anticipated new cruise ship, the Icon of the Seas, which has been under construction in Finland for a year. The cruise ship, which is the first of three ordered for the class, is being built at Meyer Turku and scheduled for delivery at the end of 2023.

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The company’s Wonder of the Seas is the current The Icon of the Seas will accommodate 5,610 passengers and 2,350 crew. At 250,800 gross tons, it will be the largest by that industry measure, according to Jay Schneider, chief product innovation officer for the company’s Royal Caribbean line.

It is a very exciting day in the cruise industry with the introduction of Royal Caribbean's newest ship - Icon of the Seas.

With this newest itineration, Royal Caribbean has morphed this into the AquaDome located at the top and front of the ship. The area even has some cabins looking out over this serene setting, a true oasis of calm on a sometimes busy ship. One of the most noticeable improvements with this new ship is a better use of prime locations throughout the ship. Royal Caribbean really upped its game with enhancements to the suite neighborhood on Wonder of the Seas. A step in the right direction. The new Thrill Island waterpark includes amazing new thrill rides and slides with no extra charge. It has a record breaking 6 slides, along with the adrenaline pumping Crown’s Edge, where guests get to step off the ledge of the ship and dangle over the seas. Icon of the Seas will debut the first Ultimate Family Townhouse, which spans an incredible three levels. Royal Caribbean has brought together all the great family focused amenities in one spot with the new Water’s Edge Pool and Splashaway Bay aquapark, Adventure Ocean, and the teen space Social 020. [Wonder of the Sea](https://cruise.blog/2022/01/comparing-royal-caribbeans-symphony-seas-and-wonder-seas)s, with a maximum capacity of 7,600 passengers. It is apparent that there was a major emphasis on how to make every part of the cruise experience better. Cruisers will love the Swim & Tonic swim-up bar, with a fun play on the famous English cocktail.

Royal Caribbean just revealed the details of its newest ship, Icon of the Seas, and it's unlike any cruise ship at sea.

Michael Bayley, the president and CEO of Royal Caribbean International, summed it up by saying, “Now more than ever, families and friends are prioritizing experiences where they can bond and enjoy their own adventures. “Every experience is specifically designed to give them the best vacation anywhere on land and at sea. “With each new ship, we raise the bar in the travel industry while enhancing what our guests know and love,” stated Jason Liberty, the president and CEO of Royal Caribbean Group. Along with becoming the largest cruise ship in the world, Icon of the Seas boasts other firsts, including the first water park at sea and the first suspended infinity pool at sea. Icon of the Seas will have a gross tonnage of 250,800 and be able to accommodate up to 5,610 guests. Royal Caribbean just revealed the details of the newest member of its fleet, Icon of the Seas, and it’s unlike any cruise ship at sea.

It will be home to a 16-metre-high waterfall, the biggest water park at sea and a gravity-defying infinity pool.

It is set to be larger than the cruise line's The ship is set to be unveiled in the UK later next year and start sailings from the US in 2024. The Hideaway neighbourhood will be home to an Instagram-perfect beach club and the first suspended infinity pool at sea, hovering eight stories high. With Icon of the Seas, we’ve taken this to a new level and made the ultimate family vacation.” Here, there's the cruise line's first swim-up bar, plus an adults-only pool and Cove Pool which has comfy dome daybeds and uninterrupted ocean views. [Royal Caribbean](https://www.thenationalnews.com/travel/news/2021/10/23/royal-caribbean-announces-worlds-longest-cruise-spanning-nine-months-and-seven-continents/)’s Oasis class vessels, making it the largest cruise ship in the world.