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Icon of the Seas

Track all news, updates, and features about Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas — the world’s largest cruise ship. From itineraries and onboard experiences to incidents and enhancements, this hub covers everything about the groundbreaking vessel.

Royal Caribbean News

Four Icon Class Ships Headline Royal Caribbean’s Summer 2028 Season

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Royal Caribbean summer 2028 cruises are now open for booking, with 11 ships, including four Icon Class vessels, sailing from Florida and Texas.
Royal Caribbean News

Another Royal Caribbean Giant Starts Rising in the Turku Shipyard

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The keel has been laid for Royal Caribbean's fifth Icon-class ship, including ceremonial coins to offer good wishes to the ship.
Royal Caribbean Cruise Guides

Find Out How Huge Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas Really Is

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How big is Legend of the Seas? Royal Caribbean's newest Icon-class ship spans 248,663 GT and 1,196 feet, with room for up to 7,600 guests.
Royal Caribbean Cruise Guides

Royal Caribbean Ships by Size: Largest to Smallest

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Here's a rundown of Royal Caribbean ships by size, starting from the largest to smallest by gross tonnage.
Royal Caribbean News

Royal Caribbean’s Next Icon Mega Ship Adds Huge Glass Structure

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Royal Caribbean’s fourth Icon-class ship is beginning to take its unmistakable shape after crews completed adding the AquaDome.
Royal Caribbean News

Royal Caribbean’s Massive Legend of the Seas Officially Joins the Fleet

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Royal Caribbean takes delivery of Legend of the Seas at Meyer Turku Shipyard, with the Icon-class ship set to debut July 4, 2026.
Royal Caribbean News

Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas Passes Big Test Before July Launch

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Legend of the Seas has sailed successfully through her sea trials and returned to the shipyard for final outfitting work.
Royal Caribbean News

The Icon Class Keeps Growing as Royal Caribbean Signs Off on Two More Ships

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Royal Caribbean Group has ordered the sixth and seventh Icon-class ships from Meyer Turku, which will debut in 2029 and 2030.
Carnival Cruise Guides

What Are the Main Differences Between Carnival and Royal Caribbean?

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Choosing between Royal Caribbean vs. Carnival Cruise Line? Compare prices, ships, dining, and onboard fun to find the best fit for your next cruise.
Royal Caribbean News

Royal Caribbean Guests Frustrated With Water Slide Closures on Icon-Class Ships

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Guests are frustrated with multiple slide closures on Star of the Seas and a lack of communication from Royal Caribbean, but why?
Royal Caribbean News

Royal Caribbean Repositions Oasis-Class Ship From Texas to Florida

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Royal Caribbean is repositioning Symphony of the Seas away from Galveston in 2027, but Icon of the Seas and Liberty of the Seas remain on the Texas schedule.
First Time Cruisers

What Is the Best Cruise Line for Families?

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The best cruise lines for families include Royal Caribbean, Disney, Carnival, Norwegian, and MSC. Each offers kid-friendly activities and laid-back environments ideal for families.
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