Royal Caribbean's Star of the Seas launched in summer 2025, with capacity for more than 7,500 guests. See photos of the ship's interior and attractions.

Boarding Royal Caribbean International's second Icon-class ship for a preview sailing the week after spending five days on the Utopia of the Seas brought the size picture into relief. While the Star is larger than the Utopia, it carries fewer passengers, resulting in more space per passenger.

The start-up crew for Royal Caribbean’s new Icon Class ship, Star of the Seas, is bringing the ship to life ahead of its first cruises from Port Canaveral.