Excitement builds as Royal Caribbean’s latest ship nears completion for its August 2025 debut

The next vacation in the record-setting Icon Class lineup floats into the final stages of construction ahead of its August 2025 debut

(IN SHORT) Royal Caribbean International celebrated a significant construction milestone for its new ship, Star of the Seas, which successfully floated for the first time at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland. This event, marked by a traditional maritime ceremony, brings the ship one step closer to its scheduled debut in August 2025. With over 92 million gallons of water filling the dry dock, Star of the Seas will now move to the outfitting pier for final preparations. The ship promises to double the vacation experiences offered by Royal Caribbean, featuring eight distinct neighborhoods, including thrilling attractions like tall waterslides and a dedicated family-friendly area. Guests will also enjoy a week-long island-hopping experience to destinations like Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day at CocoCay in the Bahamas.

(PRESS RELEASE) Miami, FL, 2024-Oct-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International has marked a significant milestone in the construction of its much-anticipated Star of the Seas, as the ship floated for the first time, buoyed by over 92 million gallons of water. The event was celebrated at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland, where Harri Kulovaara, Executive Vice President of Maritime and Newbuilding at Royal Caribbean Group, and Tim Meyer, CEO of Meyer Turku, joined their dedicated teams to witness this pivotal moment. Following the successful float-out, Star of the Seas will proceed to the outfitting pier, entering the final stages of its construction ahead of its grand unveiling in August 2025.

The milestone was commemorated with a traditional maritime ceremony, featuring a cannon salute to honor the collaborative efforts of thousands who have contributed to the ship’s 19 months of development. The dry dock was filled in an overnight process that took approximately nine hours, allowing the ship to glide into its new home at the outfitting pier, where final touches will be made to its design and functionality.

Star of the Seas is poised to enhance Royal Caribbean’s reputation for delivering unforgettable vacations, doubling the variety of experiences available to guests. Building on the successes introduced by Icon of the Seas, the new ship will feature eight distinct neighborhoods, catering to a wide range of travelers. Families can expect exhilarating attractions, including six of the tallest waterslides in the world, over 40 dining and drinking options, and the family-friendly Surfside neighborhood designed specifically for younger guests. Furthermore, guests will enjoy a week-long island-hopping adventure, visiting stunning destinations, including Royal Caribbean’s private oasis, Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas.

For further information about Star of the Seas, visit Royal Caribbean’s website.

Note to Editors: Media can access additional information, videos, and photos at www.RoyalCaribbeanPressCenter.com/Star.

About Royal Caribbean International
Royal Caribbean International, a part of the Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL), has been crafting unforgettable vacations for over 50 years. Renowned for its groundbreaking ships and private destinations, the cruise line continues to revolutionize travel with innovative experiences spanning dining, entertainment, and adventure for families and vacationers of all kinds. Recognized as the “Best Cruise Line Overall” for 21 consecutive years by the Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards, Royal Caribbean offers memorable adventures across more than 300 destinations in 80 countries on all seven continents, including its acclaimed private destination, Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas.

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Source: Royal Caribbean Group

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