Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the sea is breaking even more records ahead of its maiden voyage this month.
Officially setting sail on January 27, the ship has already made history by holding the title of the largest cruise ship in the world. He reached another milestone on Wednesday when he arrived in Miami for the first time in preparation for his first sailing.
The massive ship was welcomed into Port Miami with airplane banners and a fire salute, Royal Caribbean said in a statement. Its majestic arrival was celebrated by locals, cruise ship enthusiasts and employees who were all eager to witness the monumental ship in person.
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The ship boasts the largest water park at sea.
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In addition to boasting the world’s largest water park at sea, Icon will feature spacious three-story accommodations called “The Ultimate Townhouse,” which the cruise line describes as a “spacious space filled with adventure” complete with an in-suite water slide, karaoke station and more hidden treasures.
The ship will also have “40 ways to dine, drink and be entertained,” as well as eight “neighborhoods” and 20 decks on board, according to the company. Thrill seekers can have fun 154 feet above the ocean as they explore the Crown’s Edge ropes course experience.
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‘Icon of the Seas’ prepares for its maiden voyage on January 27.
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Icon of the sea will offer passengers seven-night sailings through the Eastern or Western Caribbean from their departure point in Miami. It will also stop at Royal Caribbean’s private island, Perfect Day at Coco Cay in the Bahamas.
The cruiser is also introducing the island’s first adults-only excursion called Hideaway Beach, which is “an all-day experience complete with a private beach and pools, new dedicated drink and snack areas, exclusive cabanas, live music and more. “, the press release states.
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After building for Icon of the sea was completed at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland, the ship underwent its first phase of sea trials in June 2023. It officially replaced Royal Caribbean The miracle of the sea as the largest cruise ship in the world.
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