Sarah Bretz, ContributorRoyal Caribbean’s second Icon-class ship is on the horizon, as the line has announced new details on Star of the Seas, which is set to debut in August 2025.
On board, travelers will be able to experience the features first introduced on Icon, some with new themes and twists. For example, the New York City-inspired Empire Supper Club on Icon will have a new theme on Star. The Lincoln Park Supper Club, a 1930s Chicago-inspired spin on the supper club experience, will pair multiple courses with live entertainment.
“Star of the Seas is the second bold act of this exciting, new era of vacations first introduced with Icon of the Seas, and it’s putting the world’s best vacation on the map at yet another top travel destination,” said Michael Bayley, president and CEO, Royal Caribbean International.
“Between Miami and Port Canaveral (Orlando), more adventurers than ever can set their sights on the only vacation that combines the best of all vacations – from the beach retreat to the resort escape and the theme park adventure – with experiences that have and will continue to make headlines and memories for years to come.”
Star of the Seas will also feature six waterslides at Category 6 waterpark, as well as seven pools. Like Icon, the ship will feature eight neighborhoods — five of which are unique to these two vessels.
Thrill Island
There are thrills of all kinds with Category 6, the first waterpark at sea when introduced on Icon, and its six record-breaking waterslides – from family raft slides to a drop slide and mat-racing duos; Crown’s Edge, the part skywalk and thrill ride 154 feet above the ocean; plus longtime favorites, the FlowRider surf simulator and mini golf, and spots to grab a bite and drinks like Basecamp and Desserted.
Chill Island
The three-deck slice of paradise is home to four of seven pools, each with different vibes and prime ocean views, including swim-up bar Swim & Tonic and Royal Bay, the largest pool at sea. With live bands and DJs, and places for drinks and quick, casual food just steps away, like The Lime & Coconut, vacationers can chill day and night.
Surfside
The neighborhood designed for young families is where they can stay and play all day together and without compromise. There’s everything from ways to splash, with kids and tots at Splashaway Bay and Baby Bay and grown-ups nearby at Water’s Edge pool, to spots to grab a bite like Surfside Eatery and The Lemon Post bar – all with options for adults and kids.
AquaDome
The tranquil oasis by day and vibrant hot spot at night atop of Star is back with wraparound ocean views, deck-defying shows with high divers, aerialists, robots, dancers and more at the marquee AquaTheater; and food and drinks to take it all in at the AquaDome Market food hall, the Rye & Bean bar, Hooked and The Overlook bar and Overlook Pods for jaw-dropping views.
The Hideaway
Hidden 135 feet above the ocean, the adults-only spot combines all the good vibes of beach club scenes around the world with a suspended infinity pool – joining the only other pool of its kind on Icon – a DJ, dedicated bar, a terrace with whirlpools and uninterrupted ocean views.
Favorites from Icon of the Seas that will also be found on Star of the Seas include the Royal Promenade with floor-to-ceiling ocean views, the Pearl kinetic art sculpture, the open-air Central Park with over 30,500 real plants, Lou’s Jazz ‘n Blues lounge, pick-up windows for sushi and champagne, and more. The exclusive suite neighborhood, dedicated to those staying in suites, will also be featured on Star.
Star of the Seas will sail from Port Canaveral, Florida, offering three, four, and seven-night voyages to the Bahamas and Caribbean.
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