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STAR OF THE SEAS OFFICIALLY JOINS ROYAL CARIBBEAN AS THE NEXT ICONIC VACATION

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Royal Caribbean (NYSE:RCL) has officially taken delivery of Star of the Seas, its latest Icon Class ship, from Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland. The vessel will debut in August 2025 at Port Canaveral, Florida, offering 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean adventures.

The ship features eight distinct neighborhoods including Thrill Island with the largest waterpark at sea, Chill Island with the largest pool at sea, and the AquaDome featuring high-diving shows. Notable amenities include a suspended infinity pool, four pools, and over 40 dining and entertainment venues.

Star of the Seas represents Royal Caribbean's third LNG-powered vessel, advancing the company's environmental goals toward achieving a net-zero cruise ship by 2035. The company also announced upcoming destinations including Royal Beach Club Paradise Island (December 2025), Royal Beach Club Cozumel (2026), and Perfect Day Mexico (fall 2027).

Royal Caribbean (NYSE:RCL) ha ufficialmente ricevuto la consegna della Star of the Seas, la sua più recente nave della classe Icon, dal cantiere navale Meyer Turku in Finlandia. La nave farà il suo debutto nell'agosto 2025 a Port Canaveral, Florida, offrendo crociere di 7 notti nei Caraibi orientali e occidentali.

La nave presenta otto quartieri distinti, tra cui Thrill Island con il più grande parco acquatico in mare, Chill Island con la piscina più grande in mare e l'AquaDome con spettacoli di tuffi acrobatici. Tra le strutture di rilievo ci sono una piscina a sfioro sospesa, quattro piscine e oltre 40 locali per ristorazione e intrattenimento.

Star of the Seas rappresenta la terza nave alimentata a LNG di Royal Caribbean, rafforzando gli obiettivi ambientali dell'azienda verso una nave da crociera a emissioni nette zero entro il 2035. La compagnia ha inoltre annunciato nuove destinazioni, tra cui Royal Beach Club Paradise Island (dicembre 2025), Royal Beach Club Cozumel (2026) e Perfect Day Mexico (autunno 2027).

Royal Caribbean (NYSE:RCL) ha recibido oficialmente la entrega del Star of the Seas, su último barco de la clase Icon, del astillero Meyer Turku en Finlandia. La embarcación debutará en agosto de 2025 en Port Canaveral, Florida, ofreciendo aventuras de 7 noches por el Caribe Oriental y Occidental.

El barco cuenta con ocho vecindarios distintos, incluyendo Thrill Island con el parque acuático más grande en el mar, Chill Island con la piscina más grande en el mar y el AquaDome con espectáculos de clavados acrobáticos. Entre sus comodidades destacadas están una piscina infinita suspendida, cuatro piscinas y más de 40 locales de comida y entretenimiento.

Star of the Seas representa el tercer barco propulsado por GNL de Royal Caribbean, avanzando en los objetivos medioambientales de la compañía para lograr un crucero con emisiones netas cero para 2035. La empresa también anunció destinos próximos, incluyendo Royal Beach Club Paradise Island (diciembre 2025), Royal Beach Club Cozumel (2026) y Perfect Day México (otoño 2027).

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Royal Caribbean (NYSE:RCL) a officiellement réceptionné le Star of the Seas, son dernier navire de la classe Icon, auprès du chantier naval Meyer Turku en Finlande. Le navire fera ses débuts en août 2025 à Port Canaveral, en Floride, proposant des croisières de 7 nuits dans les Caraïbes orientales et occidentales.

Le navire comprend huit quartiers distincts, dont Thrill Island avec le plus grand parc aquatique en mer, Chill Island avec la plus grande piscine en mer, et l'AquaDome avec des spectacles de plongeon acrobatique. Parmi les équipements notables figurent une piscine à débordement suspendue, quatre piscines et plus de 40 lieux de restauration et de divertissement.

Star of the Seas est le troisième navire propulsé au GNL de Royal Caribbean, faisant progresser les objectifs environnementaux de la société visant à atteindre un navire de croisière à émissions nettes nulles d'ici 2035. La compagnie a également annoncé de futures destinations, notamment le Royal Beach Club Paradise Island (décembre 2025), le Royal Beach Club Cozumel (2026) et Perfect Day Mexico (automne 2027).

Royal Caribbean (NYSE:RCL) hat offiziell die Übergabe der Star of the Seas, seines neuesten Schiffes der Icon-Klasse, von der Meyer Turku Werft in Finnland erhalten. Das Schiff wird im August 2025 in Port Canaveral, Florida, debütieren und 7-Nächte-Abenteuer in der östlichen und westlichen Karibik anbieten.

Das Schiff verfügt über acht unterschiedliche Viertel, darunter Thrill Island mit dem größten Wasserpark auf See, Chill Island mit dem größten Pool auf See und das AquaDome mit Hochsprung-Shows. Zu den bemerkenswerten Annehmlichkeiten zählen ein schwebender Infinity-Pool, vier Pools und über 40 Gastronomie- und Unterhaltungsmöglichkeiten.

Die Star of the Seas ist das dritte LNG-betriebene Schiff von Royal Caribbean und fördert die Umweltziele des Unternehmens, bis 2035 ein Kreuzfahrtschiff mit Netto-Null-Emissionen zu erreichen. Das Unternehmen kündigte außerdem kommende Reiseziele an, darunter den Royal Beach Club Paradise Island (Dezember 2025), den Royal Beach Club Cozumel (2026) und Perfect Day Mexico (Herbst 2027).

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  • Introduction of innovative features including the largest waterpark and pool at sea
  • Expansion of destination portfolio with three new beach clubs/destinations through 2027
  • Environmental progress with third LNG-powered vessel advancing net-zero goals
  • Strategic expansion of cruise capacity with new Icon Class ship
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Royal Caribbean's new Icon-class ship adds significant capacity and premium amenities that should drive higher revenue and yields.

Royal Caribbean has officially taken delivery of Star of the Seas, the second vessel in its revolutionary Icon Class, marking a significant fleet expansion milestone. This new ship follows the successful introduction of Icon of the Seas and represents substantial multi-billion dollar capital investment that should strengthen Royal Caribbean's competitive position in the premium cruise segment.

The timing is strategically important as it allows Royal Caribbean to capture the high-demand summer season from its August launch in Port Canaveral. This Florida homeport provides ideal access to both Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries, including the company's private destination Perfect Day at CocoCay, which drives higher onboard spending and margin enhancement.

From a capacity perspective, the Icon Class ships are among the largest in the world, enabling Royal Caribbean to benefit from economies of scale while offering premium pricing through differentiated experiences. The eight distinct neighborhoods highlighted in the release are designed to attract diverse demographics and spending patterns - from family-oriented areas like Surfside to adults-only premium spaces like The Hideaway.

This delivery also advances Royal Caribbean's environmental initiatives as the company's third LNG-powered vessel, supporting their 2035 net-zero cruise ship goal. This environmental positioning is increasingly important for consumer preference and regulatory compliance.

The announcement of additional destination developments (Royal Beach Club Paradise Island, Royal Beach Club Cozumel, Perfect Day Mexico, and a South Pacific destination) signals continuing investment in exclusive experiences that typically command premium pricing and insulate the company from competitive pressures in shared ports.

For investors, this delivery represents both the culmination of a major capital expenditure phase and the beginning of a revenue generation cycle for this asset, with the potential for improved yields and returns on invested capital as the vessel enters service.

The ultimate family vacation has completed construction and is one step closer to its August debut in Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida

MIAMI, July 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Royal Caribbean kicked off the countdown to a new era of family vacations, officially welcoming *to the family. After nearly two years of construction at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland, the keys to the next revolutionary Icon Class ship were officially handed over to Royal Caribbean just a few weeks ahead of its August debut in Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida.

In a ceremony truly fit for a star, 1,250-plus crew members and partners gathered to mark the milestone in the ship's next-level AquaTheater. Royal Caribbean Group President and CEO Jason Liberty and Royal Caribbean President and CEO Michael Bayley, along with Meyer Turku CEO Casimir Lindholm, hosted the event, recognizing the hard work and innovation that brought Star to life and celebrating the team of engineers, designers and architects who made it all possible. From the first steel cut to the final delivery, the highlights of how it all came together can be seen .

"The delivery of Star of the Seas marks another bold step forward in Royal Caribbean Group's journey to reimagine the future of vacations. Star and the Icon Class are a symbol of what's possible when innovation, imagination and our relentless focus on delivering exceptional experiences come together, ultimately creating unforgettable memories for millions of families and vacationers," said Jason Liberty, president and CEO, Royal Caribbean Group. "We're proud to bring this next-generation vacation experience to life with our valued partners at Meyer Turku."

The delivery of the new ship marked the transfer of ownership between Royal Caribbean and Meyer Turku and celebrated the incredible feats of engineering accomplished during construction, like the installation of the glass-and-steel AquaDome, the development of six record-breaking waterslides and more. Soon, Star will make its way from Turku to Cadiz, Spain, where Royal Caribbean will put the finishing touches before Star sets sail on 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean adventures to top-rated destinations, including the vacation brand's fan-favorite The Bahamas.

"We're incredibly proud to welcome Star of the Seas to the Royal Caribbean family as we continue to revolutionize how families and adventurers vacation," said Michael Bayley, president and CEO, Royal Caribbean. "It's a true team effort with so many talented individuals coming together to make the new Icon Class vacation a reality, and we're excited to debut this incredible achievement with a star-studded celebration this August."

Star will double the world's best vacation count with record-breaking thrills, unrivalled ways to chill, and more than 40 ways to dine, drink and be entertained across eight neighborhoods that are destinations in themselves, including:

  • Thrill Island � Adrenaline lovers can find thrills of all kinds at Category 6, the largest waterpark at sea with six record-breaking waterslides including family raft slides, a drop slide and dueling mat racers; Crown's Edge, the part skywalk, part thrill ride 154 feet above the ocean; and fan favorites, such as the FlowRider surf simulator and rock-climbing wall.

  • Chill Island � The three-deck slice of paradise is the ultimate spot for vacationers to kick back at four pools, including Royal Bay, the largest pool at sea. Vacationers can enjoy live bands and DJs while they party poolside and sip on tropical drinks from the Swim & Tonic swim-up bar or at The Lime & Coconut just steps away.

  • Surfside � Designed for young families, Surfside is the place to stay and play all day together. Kids and tots have more ways to splash at Splashaway Bay and Baby Bay, while adults relax at the nearby Water's Edge. When it's time for a bite, Surfside Eatery and Pier 7 have menu options for all ages.

  • AquaDome � With wraparound ocean views, the tranquil oasis by day and vibrant hot spot at night features deck-defying shows at the marquee AquaTheater with high divers, aerialists, robots and more. AquaDome is also home to a variety of food and drink spots including the AquaDome Market food hall, the Rye & Bean bar, Hooked Seafood and The Overlook bar for unparalleled views.

  • The Hideaway � Tucked away at 135 feet above the ocean, the adults-only spot features a suspended infinity pool � the only other pool of its kind having been first introduced on Icon � a DJ, bar, a terrace with whirlpools and vast ocean views.

Fleet favorites reimagined for the Icon Class round out vacationers' experience, including the Royal Promenade complete with floor-to-ceiling ocean views and the Pearl, the world's largest kinetic art sculpture; the open-air Central Park with more than 30,500 real plants; the new 1930's Chicago-inspired Lincoln Park Supper Club; convenient pick-up windows for sushi, champagne, sparkling wine and more. Plus, vacationers have more ways to stay across four decks at the Suite Neighborhood and amenities at the Grove Suite Sun Deck and two-level Coastal Kitchen.

ٲwill also be the vacation company's third ship powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG) and feature a proven lineup of industry-leading environmental programs. With applications ranging from waste heat recovery systems to shore power connection, Star will advance Royal Caribbean Group's journey toward introducing a net-zero cruise ship by 2035. The vacation brand is also set to deliver their fourth ship powered by LNG with , the third Icon Class vacation set to debut in 2026.

In addition to Star, Royal Caribbean continues to expand upon its lineup of vacation experiences across the ultimate destinations with the December 2025 debut of  The Bahamas, delivering the ultimate beach day. The adventures continue with Royal Beach Club Cozumel in 2026, Perfect Day Mexico in fall 2027 and an exclusive beach destination in Lelepa in the South Pacific in 2027.

Vacations on ٲare available to book on Royal Caribbean's .

*NOTE TO EDITOR:

Media can find assets and more information on Star .

About Royal Caribbean

, part of Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL), has delivered memorable vacations for more than 50 years. The cruise line's game-changing ships and exclusive destinations revolutionize vacations with innovations and an all-encompassing combination of experiences, from thrills to dining and entertainment, for every type of family and vacationer. Voted "Best Cruise Line Overall" for 22 consecutive years in the Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards, Royal Caribbean makes memories with adventurers across more than 300 destinations in 80 countries on all seven continents, including the line's top-rated exclusive destination, Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas.

Media can stay up to date by following on X and visit . For additional information or to book, vacationers can visit , call (800) ROYAL-CARIBBEAN or contact their travel advisor.

Cautionary Statement Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this press release relating to, among other things, expectations on onboard offerings on Star of the Seas, the Company's progress on LNG and net-zero initiatives, and future development of private destinations, constitute forward-looking statements under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Words such as "anticipate," "will," and similar expressions are intended to help identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements reflect management's current expectations, are based on judgments, are inherently uncertain and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, which could cause our actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from the future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied in those forward-looking statements. Examples of these risks, uncertainties and other factors include, but are not limited to, those included under the caption "Risk Factors" in our most recent annual report on Form 10-K, as well as our other filings with the SEC, copies of which may be obtained by visiting our Investor Relations website at or the SEC's website at . Undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking statements in this release, which are based on information available to us on the date hereof. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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FAQ

When will Royal Caribbean's Star of the Seas begin operations?

Star of the Seas will debut in August 2025 at Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida, offering 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean adventures.

What are the main features of RCL's Star of the Seas cruise ship?

The ship features eight distinct neighborhoods, including the largest waterpark at sea, four pools including the largest pool at sea, over 40 dining venues, and the AquaDome with high-diving shows.

How does Star of the Seas contribute to Royal Caribbean's environmental goals?

Star of the Seas is Royal Caribbean's third LNG-powered vessel, featuring waste heat recovery systems and shore power connection, advancing the company's goal of introducing a net-zero cruise ship by 2035.

What new destinations is Royal Caribbean planning to launch after Star of the Seas?

Royal Caribbean plans to launch Royal Beach Club Paradise Island in December 2025, Royal Beach Club Cozumel in 2026, and Perfect Day Mexico in fall 2027.

What unique entertainment options does Star of the Seas offer?

The ship features the AquaTheater for deck-defying shows with high divers and aerialists, Category 6 waterpark, Crown's Edge thrill ride 154 feet above the ocean, and the Lincoln Park Supper Club inspired by 1930's Chicago.
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