Royal Caribbean

Icon Class brings together eight immersive neighbourhoods, seven pools, the six-slide Category 6 waterpark and Surfside, an entire area created for families. The class includes Icon of the Seas, Star of the Seas, Legend of the Seas and Hero of the Seas. Legend brings Icon Class to the Mediterranean from summer 2026, while Hero begins seven-night Caribbean sailings from Miami in August 2027.

Royal Caribbean’s Ultimate Destinations bring the holiday ashore, from the beaches, pools and attractions of Perfect Day CocoCay to Royal Beach Clubs in Paradise Island and Santorini. The collection continues to grow with Royal Beach Club Cozumel and Lelepa in Vanuatu, opening from October 2027. Experiences, inclusions and admission charges vary by destination, with everything from all-inclusive day passes to complimentary beach access available.

Set sail closer to home with Royal Caribbean cruises from Southampton. In summer 2027, the newly amplified Freedom of the Seas offers everything from short European escapes to Norwegian Fjords adventures and longer cruises to Spain, Portugal and Northern Europe. Looking ahead to 2028? Royal Caribbean's next Southampton season is expected to be announced on 12 October 2026, so check back to discover which ship will be heading to the UK.

Royal Caribbean offers everything from relaxed family meals to speciality dining for a memorable evening. The Main Dining Room, Windjammer, Café Promenade, Sorrento’s and selected casual venues are included, with availability varying by ship. Speciality choices may include Chops Grille, Izumi, Hooked Seafood, Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen and Chef’s Table, with dining packages available for guests who want to experience several venues.

Royal Caribbean ships are packed with ways to fill every day, from surfing on the FlowRider and scaling climbing walls to ice skating, waterslides and sports courts. After dark, original theatre productions, live music, comedy and professional ice shows take centre stage. Oasis Class adds spectacular AquaTheater performances, while Icon Class introduces Absolute Zero, the AquaDome and immersive aquatic, aerial and ice productions in venues created especially for each show.