Icon of the Seas at sea (illustration)
Royal Caribbean · Icon class

Icon of the Seas: the ship that started a new class

Icon of the Seas launched in January 2024 and changed what a cruise ship can be: a waterpark, a swim-up bar and a whole neighbourhood for young families. Here is what makes her special and where she sails.

248,663Gross tons
5,610Guests
20Decks
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The wow factors

Category 6The biggest waterpark at sea, with six slides on Thrill Island.
Crown's EdgePart ropes course, part thrill ride, out over the ocean.
AquaDomeA huge glass dome over the AquaTheater, with ocean views by day and shows by night.
SurfsideThe first neighbourhood designed just for young families.
Category 6 waterpark (illustration)
HideawayAn adults-only beach club with a suspended infinity pool.
Swim & TonicThe first swim-up bar at sea, on Chill Island.
The PearlA giant kinetic sculpture on the Royal Promenade.
Absolute ZeroAn ice rink for ice shows.

Cabins and suites

Family Infinite Balcony cabin (illustration)
  • Ultimate Family Townhouse: Three levels, sleeps 8, with an in-suite slide and private patio.
  • Family Infinite Balcony: Sleeps 6, with a kids' bunk alcove and a split bathroom.
  • Infinite Balcony: The glass wall lowers at a touch, so the balcony becomes part of the room.
  • Surfside Family View: Rooms and suites for families of up to 4, with a kids' nook.
  • Icon Loft and Royal Loft Suites: Two-level suites at the top of the range.

Eat and drink

  • Empire Supper Club: Old New York multi-course dinner with a live band (extra cost).
  • AquaDome Market: A food hall under the glass dome.
  • Pier 7: Family restaurant in Surfside.
  • Chops Grille, Giovanni's Table and Izumi: Steak, Italian and Japanese (extra cost).

Shows and fun

  • Main theatre musical: Big Broadway-style productions in the Royal Theater.
  • AquaDome shows: High divers, acrobats and a waterfall.
  • Absolute Zero: Ice shows on the ice rink.

Where she sails

Perfect Day at CocoCay (illustration)

Winter 2026/27: 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean from Miami, departing Saturdays, all calling at Perfect Day at CocoCay.

Summer 2027: From Miami until early August, then she moves to Galveston, Texas, for 6- to 8-night Western Caribbean cruises.

From the UK: Direct flights from Heathrow to Miami. From August 2027, fly to Houston for Galveston.

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Images are illustrative (AI-generated). Ship facts from Royal Caribbean and cruise industry sources, checked October 2026. Luxury Cruising is independent and not affiliated with Royal Caribbean.