Royal Caribbean's Latest Ship Makes Waves

Maiden Voyage of the New Star

The upcoming vacation experience, which combines the best of every vacation, took a significant step towards its highly anticipated August 2025 launch. Royal Caribbean International’s Star of the Seas, with over 92 million gallons of water, was successfully floated for the first time with the assistance of four tugboats and a cannon shot. The construction teams celebrated this milestone as the new vacation experience moved to the outfitting pier at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland, entering its final stages of completion.

Royal Caribbean International and thousands of workers celebrated the new Star of the Seas reaching a significant construction milestone as it floated for the first time. The ship is one step closer to its highly anticipated debut, which is less than a year away in August 2025 at Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida. The new vacation destination's next stage is the final stage of construction.

To mark the milestone, a maritime ceremony, complete with a cannon shot, was held at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland, to celebrate the 19 months of hard work put in by thousands for the construction of the Star. Subsequently, 92 million gallons of water were released into the dry dock overnight, a process that took nearly nine hours. The Star was then floated out of the dock and into the outfitting pier, where it will undergo further shaping inside and out.

Royal Caribbean is set to double the number of vacation options by introducing Star, which will bring new experiences and exciting offerings to the greater Orlando area. This new ship will feature eight distinct neighbourhoods, each offering something unique for families and vacationers. From waterslides to a wide variety of dining options, including a neighbourhood specifically designed for young families, there's something for everyone. Additionally, the cruise will include seven nights of island hopping, allowing passengers to visit idyllic destinations such as Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas.