08/11/2025
Cruise Fact Spotlight: Icon of the Seas
• Ship Name: Icon of the Seas (Royal Caribbean, launched 2024)
• Length: 1,198 feet — that’s taller than the Eiffel Tower laid on its side
• Capacity: Over 7,600 passengers and 2,350 crew
• Features:
• The largest waterpark at sea with 6 record-breaking slides
• A Central Park with 20,000+ real plants
• 8 distinct “neighborhoods” including a surfside family zone and an adults-only retreat
It’s not just a ship — it’s a floating city with more residents than many UK towns.