Icon of the Seas - No Holiday Like Her!
Date Posted: 31/01/2024
After her naming ceremony by her godfather, the Inter Miami footballer Lionel Messi; the highly-anticipated inaugural cruise on Royal Caribbean’s all-new Icon of the SeasSM set sail from Miami on 27 January 2024. She will offer week-long Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries year round, each visiting Royal Caribbean’s award-winning private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay.
Facts and figures
Icon of the SeasSM was built at Meyer Turku in Finland, is 365 metres long, and weighs 250,800 GT. She has a total of 20 Decks, 2,805 Staterooms for 5,610 Guests (Double Occupancy), 2,350 International Crew, Seven Pools and Nine Whirlpools, Six Record-Breaking Waterslides, and Eight Neighborhoods – Aquadome, Central Park, Chill Island, Royal Promenade, Surfside, Suite Neighborhood, The Hideaway, and Thrill Island.
What makes her iconic?
Make the most of every moment on board. Dial up the daring. Unwind like never before. Bond over new bites and toast to next-level nightlife. And catch show-stopping spectaculars that will leave you in awe. This is your week to enjoy everything you’ve ever loved about every vacation — all rolled into one!
The Largest Waterpark at Sea
Brace yourself for Category 6, the largest waterpark at sea with six record-breaking slides. Like the Frightening Bolt, the tallest waterslide to sail. And the Pressure Drop, the first open freefall waterslide on a cruise.
A New Stay-All-Day Neighbourhood Just for Families
Discover adventure for the ages - all the ages - at SurfsideSM. With a kid-approved sprawling aqua park, a pool just for grownups, plus plenty of bites to fuel up for bolder bonding — your whole crew will never want to leave.
Seven Pools for Every Mood
Choose a different pool for every day of the week – The Hideaway, Swim & Tonic, Water’s Edge, Royal Bay, Cloud 17, Suite Neighborhood, and The Cove Pool. Plus, each poolside vibe overflows with lively music, signature cocktail menus, and infinite views.
Everything but the expected
Technology and artistry merge on Icon of the SeasSM, inspiring awe on a grand scale. Watch ice skaters dazzle with double axels at Absolute Zero; marvel at performances that push the bounds of bravery beneath a mesmerising, morphing waterfall at AquadomeSM; and experience Broadway-style renditions of story-time classics, productions dreamed up for the little ones, adults-only comedy shows, and live music for any mood.
Memories made over meals
With over 20 ways to dine aboard, you’ll find plenty of options for bonding over bites. Whether it’s a burger with a side of mac and cheese at Surfside Bites; freshly-made sushi, nigiri, and Japanese sweets in the fresh air at Izumi in the ParkSM; delicious pizzas and pasta at Giovanni’s Kitchen & Wine Bar; traditional three-course meals in the Dining Room; high-grade wagyu beef and bone-in tomahawks at Chops GrilleSM, or an evening of glitz and glamour with live jazz, cocktails, and eight courses of traditional American fare at Empire Supper Club.
An Icon after dark
With over 15 buzzing spots and live music venues, every night on board overflows with ways to raise the bar on spirit-sipping and show-stopping. Catch a battle of the baby grands at Dueling Pianos℠ or sip cocktails and dance along to jazzy pop and soulful jazz at Lou’s Jazz ‘n Blues, before a side-splitting stand-up show at The Attic.
Iconic Stays – Make Room for Awesome
On the new Icon of the SeasSM, where you stay is just as thrilling as how you play. From expansive balconies that invite the sea breeze to the most over-the-top family accommodations - a range of spacious rooms designed with family comfort in mind.
For more information on cruises aboard Icon of the SeasSM and to book contact Hays Travel.