Royal Caribbean International’s Star of the Seas will offer an array of vacation experiences from Port Canaveral, Florida, when it debuts in August 2025, the company announced in a press release.

The ship will feature attractions such as the fastest and tallest waterslides, over 40 dining and drinking options and unique adventures at destinations like Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas. 

Highlights include the Lincoln Park Supper Club, a 1930s Chicago-inspired dining experience, the Category 6 waterpark, seven pools and the adults-only Hideaway with a suspended infinity pool.

“Star of the Seas is the second bold act of this exciting, new era of vacations first introduced with Icon of the Seas, and it’s putting the world’s best vacation on the map at yet another top travel destination,” said Michael Bayley, president and CEO, Royal Caribbean International. 

“Between Miami and Port Canaveral (Orlando), more adventurers than ever can set their sights on the only vacation that combines the best of all vacations – from the beach retreat to the resort escape and the theme park adventure – with experiences that have and will continue to make headlines and memories for years to come.”

The Star of the Seas will have eight unique neighborhoods with the company highlighting the following five in a news announcement:

1. Thrill Island: Features the Category 6 waterpark with six waterslides, the Crown’s Edge skywalk and thrill ride, the FlowRider surf simulator and mini golf.
2. Chill Island: A three-deck area with four pools, including the largest pool at sea, Royal Bay, and the swim-up bar Swim & Tonic.
3. Surfside: A family-friendly neighborhood with water play areas for kids along with dining options like Surfside Eatery and The Lemon Post bar.
4. AquaDome: Featuring ocean views, the AquaTheater brings shows with high divers, aerialists, robots, dancers and more, as well as dining options at the AquaDome Market and The Overlook bar.
5. The Hideaway: An adults-only beach club scene 135 feet above the ocean, with a suspended infinity pool, DJ, bar and whirlpools.

 

The Star of the Seas will also feature reimagined favorites, including the Royal Promenade with ocean views, the world’s largest kinetic art sculpture and 15+ dining and entertainment options. The ship also features an exclusive Suite Neighborhood.

The Star will join the newly-launched Utopia of the Seas in Port Canaveral, offering guests options for weeklong Caribbean cruises or shorter three- or four-night Bahamas getaways. Royal Beach Club Paradise Island in The Bahamas will debut in late 2025, expanding Royal Caribbean’s destination experiences.