When Star of the Seas, the second Icon-class ship from Royal Caribbean, launches in August 2025, it will be nearly identical to its sister ship, Icon of the Seas.
However, what’s distinctly different is Star’s initial homeport of Port Canaveral, Fla., which is conveniently located near Orlando. From there, the ship will embark on weeklong vacations to the Caribbean, with stops at the line’s private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas. Bookings are now open for its maiden voyages to Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis; Cozumel, Mexico; Philipsburg, St. Maarten; Roatan, Honduras; and San Juan, Puerto Rico. All itineraries will include a stop at Perfect Day at CocoCay.
Here's what cruisers can expect.
Editor’s note: As more details are revealed, this page will be updated to reflect onboard offerings, venues and accommodations.
Star of the Seas will stop at Royal Caribbean’s private Bahamian island, CocoCay.
Credit: 2023 Royal Caribbean InternationalOnboard Neighborhoods
Similar to Icon, Star will showcase eight individual “neighborhoods” that will divide up the latest world’s-largest-cruise-ship series. Neighborhoods include Thrill Island, Chill Island, AquaDome and Central Park.
Overall, there will be more than 40 ways to dine and drink onboard, and entertainment will encompass four venues and styles: air, ice, water and theater.
The idea of combining the best of every type of vacation into one ultimate adventure has created more excitement than ever anticipated, and Star of the Seas will be the next bold answer to the record-breaking consumer demand we’ve seen for nearly a year and counting with Icon of the Seas.
Pools and Other Fun for Cruisers of All Ages
Particularly attractive for all ages will be six total waterslides at the full-blown Category 6 waterpark, perched on the upper decks.
Meanwhile, for families, will be the separate Surfside neighborhood complete with The Lemon Post bar and other new experiences to be announced soon.
Just for adults will be the Cloud 17 retreat, and rounding out other poolside opportunities will be a unique swim-up Swim & Tonic bar as well as an infinity pool itself at The Hideaway.
And further thrills will be featured at the Crown's Edge combined skywalk, ropes course and thrill ride.
The ship’s waterpark, Category 6, will have slides of all sorts to thrill guests.
Credit: 2023 Royal Caribbean International“The idea of combining the best of every type of vacation into one ultimate adventure has created more excitement than ever anticipated, and Star of the Seas will be the next bold answer to the record-breaking consumer demand we’ve seen for nearly a year and counting with Icon of the Seas,” said Michael Bayley, president and CEO, Royal Caribbean International.
