In 2025, Royal Caribbean International is scheduled to launch Icon of the Seas’ sister ship, currently named Star of the Seas.
Here are the key details:
What to expect: As a sister ship, Star of the Seas will feature the same revolutionary neighborhood design, including: Thrill Island: Home to Category 6, the largest waterpark at sea. Chill Island: Multiple pools and whirlpools. The Hideaway: A beach club suspended above the ocean with a pool and bar. Surfside: A neighborhood designed for young families. Central Park: An open-air park with live plants. AquaDome: A transformational venue for acrobatic aqua shows and dining.
While the core amenities will be the same, Royal Caribbean typically introduces new dining, entertainment, and layout tweaks with each new ship, so some surprises are expected.
In summary, the major new Royal Caribbean ship arriving in 2025 is Star of the Seas, the second in the Icon Class.