New Icon of the Seas: The World's Best Family Holiday - Experience the largest waterpark at sea

THE ICON OF VACATIONS

This is more than a vacation upgrade. It’s the best family vacation in the world. Introducing the new Icon of the Seas — a first-of-its-kind Royal Caribbean adventure where you will have the time of your life, multiple times a day. Let their adrenaline surge at the largest waterpark at sea. They can pick from seven unique pools to satisfy any mood. Fuel bolder bonding at Surfside, the ultimate stay-all-day family neighbourhood right onboard. And delight their appetite with 40 ways to dine and drink. This is the Icon of Vacations — arriving January 2024.

Take the best-ever vacation experience and crank it up — way up. This is a whole new class of adventure.

You can brave six record-breaking slides at Category 6, the largest waterpark at sea. Conquer their fears at the Crown’s Edge, a test of bravery suspended high above the ocean. And discover adventure for all ages at SurfsideSM , an entire neighbourhood that opens the floodgates on family fun. This is the best family vacation in the world.

Save room for some extra splash — the new Icon of the Seas has an all-you-can-swim buffet of pools.

You can take their pick of seven different pools, plus nine whirlpools, all with next-level ocean views. Like The Hideaway, the first suspended infinity pool at sea, buzzing with beach club beats high in the sky. Cloud 17 is an adults-only poolside oasis in a new stratosphere of chic. They’ll find frozen cocktails on tap at The Lime and Coconut bar spanning multiple levels, or dive in and order up at the largest swim-up bar at sea, Swim & TonicSM . It’s their day their way — and they’ll soak up every minute.

Perched at the crown of the ship, the shimmering AquaDom.

is a first-of-its-kind space that opens up a world of possibilities. From performances that push the bounds of bravery beneath a towering waterfall to gourmet grazing and mixology magic against a background of wraparound ocean views. And bold feats unleashed at Absolute Zero our biggest ice arena ever, where high-resolution digital projections from ceiling to rink instantly transform everything around your clients from one moment to the next.

Bring the whole family onboard to discover new room layouts that give everyone their own space to hang, like Family Infinite Ocean View Balconies or Surfside Family Suites.

Or upgrade to upscale from a selection of elevated accommodations, including the new Sunset Suites and Infinite Grand Suites. For the most over-the-top VIP stay, the Ultimate Family Townhouse maximises their family vacation on three different levels with an in-suite slide, cinema and a private patio with exclusive entrance to Surfside.

Destinations to visit onboard Icon of the Seas: Eastern Caribbean, Western Caribbean & Exclusive visit to Perfect day at CocoCay

Eastern Caribbean

Chill out with some rum punch after an adventure-filled day with a cruise to the Eastern Caribbean. 

Leave your troubles behind and get on island time with a cruise to Eastern Caribbean. Hike through dense jungle and pass by thunderous waterfalls in Puerto Rico's El Yunque National Forest, or take on the longest zip-line in the world over water in Labadee, Haiti. Dive into the crystal-clear waters of St Maarten and go for a snorkel or swim with dolphins at Blue Lagoon Island in the Bahamas. Grab your eye patch and set sail on a schooner to Buck Island before dropping anchor at Turtle Bay, where you can learn about the pirate history of St Thomas. Discover the magic with an Eastern Caribbean cruise.

Western Caribbean

Dive under the sea, fly above the ocean and treasure-hunt through the jungle with a cruise to Western Caribbean.

Cruise to the Western Caribbean and find yourself immersed in bygone eras and pristine natural scenery. Hike through Mayan ruins in Tulum, Mexico, before diving into deep blue cenotes – aquamarine sinkholes surrounded by limestone caves, perfect for swimming and snorkelling. Or, you can choose to sail to Stingray City in Grand Cayman and swim with these gentle creatures. When you're ready to come up for air, take flight on a massive zipline over Labadee's shimmering coastlines in Haiti. Or soak up some sun and see the pastel-hued, conch-style houses in Key West. Discover the magic with a Western Caribbean cruise.

Perfect dat at CocoCay

Live a day unlike any other with a cruise to CocoCay.

This isn't days of your holiday spent. This is bragging rights earned. Cruise to CocoCay to conquer the tallest waterslide in North America and snap a shot from up to 137 metres up in a helium balloon. Grab a drink at the swim-up bar and soak up the scene in the largest freshwater pool in the Bahamas. Or get a taste of Bora Bora with your own Overwater Cabana. Discover the magic of Perfect Day at CocoCay – only onboard Royal Caribbean Cruises.

There’s no such thing as a ‘one-size-fits-all’ holiday – especially on Perfect Day at CocoCay. Whether your ideal beach getaway involves larger-than-life thrills or unwinding at a peaceful waterfront chill spot, you’ll find there’s no right or wrong way to make the most out of your adventure when you hop onboard the best CocoCay cruises. 

All fares are displayed in Great British Pound and pricing is per person based on twin share occupancy unless stated otherwise. Although all due care is taken to keep information as up-to-date as possible, pricing and availability are subject to change without notice: due to varying timing schedules of supplier automated update processes; currency fluctuations; fuel surcharges or government tax & fee changes and may not be guaranteed until paid in full. Gratuities may be an additional onboard charge depending on particular cruise line selected. Please ask your cruise consultant for any clarification of Terms & Conditions.