The sea trials of a new cruise vessel are going swimmingly, and once it is cleared for passenger voyages, it will make history as the largest cruise ship in the world. Royal Caribbean International’s Icon of the Seas is truly a beast. At a length of 365 meters and a weight of approximately 250,000 tonnes, it surpasses all other cruise ships ever built. According to Royal Caribbean, it is about six percent bigger than their previous record holder, the Wonder of the Seas.
After being constructed at Finland’s Meyer Turku shipyard, the vessel embarked on its first round of sea trials this month. The Icon of the Seas represents not only the first of Royal Caribbean’s Icon Class cruise ships, but also the first new type of vessel introduced by the company since 2014. The countdown to the maiden voyage has begun. If the second round of sea trials goes smoothly later this year, the Icon of the Seas will welcome its first paying passengers in Miami, Florida, next January.
Let’s take a closer look at some of the remarkable features of the Icon of the Seas. With its 20 decks, there is an abundance of space on board. The vessel is divided into eight “neighbourhoods” designed to cater to every type of vacationer, with areas for young families and adult-only sections. The ship aims to replicate various on-land vacation experiences, featuring a thrilling six-slide water park, seven full-size pools, a dueling pianos bar, an indoor aquatic theatre, and more. To top it off, the Icon will boast a 55-foot-tall waterfall, making it the tallest waterfall at sea.
Central Park, a greenspace on the ship, will offer live plants, music, and a walk-up champagne bar. The extensive pool area called Chill Island will also feature the first swim-up bar at sea. Category 6, the waterpark, will include the tallest drop slide at sea, an open free-fall slide, family raft slides, and two slides dedicated to mat-racing. For the more adventurous passengers, there is a part-skywalk, part-ropes course that takes them beyond the boat’s railings, as well as rock climbing and surfing simulator expeditions.
Royal Caribbean states that their goal is to provide every type of family and adventurer with the opportunity to make lasting memories together and on their own terms. The Icon of the Seas offers record-breaking thrills, relaxing spaces, a neighborhood designed for young families, over 40 dining and entertainment options, and more. In terms of accommodation, the ship offers 28 different types of cabins to suit the needs of families and group travelers. Some quarters even include twisty slides and bunk beds. For those willing to splurge, there is a three-level townhouse available for US$75,000 per week, billed as “the most impressive suite anywhere at sea.” The cruise line dedicated an unprecedented amount of time to design the perfect home base for passengers.
In conclusion, the Icon of the Seas promises an extraordinary cruise experience with its unmatched size, abundance of amenities, and attention to detail. Passengers can look forward to a memorable voyage filled with excitement, relaxation, and unparalleled luxury.
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