Royal Caribbean is counting down the days to excitedly debut its next revolutionary Icon Class ship - Star of the Seas. The first sailing is scheduled in August 2025 from Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida to Perfect Day at CocoCay. The Godmother of this luxury mega-cruise ship is iconic actress and singer Diana Ross.
The Star of the Seas offers unrivaled vacation experiences for multi-generational families, couples and solo cruise travelers. Included on the cruise are vacation essentials: multiple dining options, including water, coffee, juice and tea at no charge. Top entertainment includes live shows, thrill and chill pool-time fun, live music, themed dance parties, and a signature midnight balloon drop party at no additional cost.
Families will enjoy riding on the fastest and tallest waterslides at sea. There are different neighborhoods on the ship with seven different swimming pools and waterparks. Each have their own unique vibe, decor and amenities. Thrill Island is an adventure zone with Category 6, the largest waterpark at sea.
The Hideaway is an adult-only cliff-inspired beach club with the first suspended infinity pool that is 135 feet above the sea. A DJ keeps this area lively, playing sets, as passengers sit back with a cocktail and enjoy the fun beach vibe.
SUITE LIFE
Surfside Family Suites are beautifully designed and filled with conveniences for everyone, from a spacious split bathroom and a cozy kids nook with a sofa to chill. This suite sleeps up to four guests (two adults and two children).
An added cool factor is the views overlooking the multi-sensory Surfside neighborhood attractions.
Sunset Corner Suites have some of the best views with their wrap-around balconies. The different shades of blue from the glass windows are mesmerizing.
These suites sleep up to four guests to share a full bathroom with a tub, shower and two sinks. The bed faces the sea, and there is a living area with a sofa. Enjoy private dining out on the spacious balcony.
Panoramic Ocean View suites provide floor-to-ceiling windows that deliver dazzling sights of the revolutionary AquaDome. These suites for up to four guests provide a front-row seat of dramatic ocean views.
Family Infinite Ocean Balcony rooms are a kid's dream vacation dream come true. Kids and parents appreciate the separate hideaway bunk-bed design space. This room gives kids their own beds, plus a television and space to play.
This room category offers a split bathroom designed with a separate shower and bathroom, so families can get ready quickly in the morning to experience all the fun activities on the ship. This room type sleeps up to 6 guests when opening the connecting door.
NEW DINING OPPORTUNITY
Royal Caribbean debuts a new premier dining venue - Lincoln Park Supper Club. It's a sophisticated Chicago-style soiree celebrating the Golden Age.
The curated menu includes succulent crab ravioli inspired by the famed Chez Paree Club. Main entrees include lamb with morel and chanterelle mushrooms and a Walleye fish with artichokes, parsnips and oranges. Both of these dishes were inspired by Chicago's iconic dining spot - The Pump Room.
Music, creative cocktails and beverages are paired to complement each course.
BROADWAY SHOW
One of the many entertaining shows featured on Star of the Seas is 'Back to the Future': The musical travels straight from Broadway, is a blast to the past inspired by the cult-classic movie about Marty McFly's high-flying adventures. Winning an Olivier Award, this musical is filled with epic special effects, captivating choreography and classic rock hits.
BE THE FIRST TO CRUISE STAR OF THE SEAS
Star of the Seas first sailing is on August 20 - August 23, 2025. The three-night Star Showcase Cruise stops at Perfect Day at CocoCay. There are also a few four-night Star Showcase Cruises to Perfect Day at CocoCay, starting August 16 - August 31, 2025.
Seven-night Eastern Caribbean cruises begin in September and October with stops in Perfect Day at CocoCay, San Juan, Puerto Rico, Phillipsburg, St. Maarten, and some fun-filled days at sea. There are other Eastern Caribbean sailings scheduled in 2026.
Those looking to explore the Western Caribbean will enjoy one of the seven-night cruises in September through November 2025. Stops include Perfect Day at CocoCay, plus visits in Mexico that include Puerto Costa Maya, Cozumel, and Roatan, Honduras.
There are spaces available for the upcoming 2025 and 2026 Star of the Seas cruise vacations. Each cruise is filled with thrills, chills and visits to picturesque destinations.
