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Star of the Seas
Star of the Seas is a Royal Caribbean International cruise ship of the Icon class, in service since 2025. She measures 248,663 gross tons and carries 5,610 guests with a crew of 2,350. She sails Caribbean, Bahamas itineraries.
About Star of the Seas
Star of the Seas, the second Icon-class ship, entered service in August 2025 and shares the record for largest cruise ship by gross tonnage. Built at Meyer Turku, she is organized into eight neighborhoods, including Central Park, the Chill Island pool deck, the Thrill Island waterpark and the AquaDome, with seven pools, six water slides and more than 40 restaurants and bars. Shows include Back to the Future: The Musical. She sails Caribbean cruises with a stop at Perfect Day at CocoCay from Port Canaveral year-round.
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Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews.
Deck plans
Where she sails
- CaribbeanEastern, Western and Southern Caribbean islands, sailing year-round from Florida, Texas and Puerto Rico
- Bahamasshort trips from Florida, often with a day on a line's private island
Home port: Port Canaveral, Florida.
Flying in for your cruise?
Star of the Seas sails from Port Canaveral, Florida. The airport is Orlando International (MCO), with 6 lounges to wait in before you board.
- Plaza Premium LoungeMCO Terminal C4.7 ★
- The Club MCO (Airside 4)MCO Terminal B4.5 ★
- American Airlines Admirals ClubMCO Terminal B4.0 ★
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Star of the Seas?
Star of the Seas is operated by Royal Caribbean International and belongs to its Icon class.
How big is Star of the Seas?
Star of the Seas measures 248,663 gross tons and 365 metres in length, with 20 decks.
How crowded does Star of the Seas feel?
Star of the Seas has a passenger space ratio of 44.3: 248,663 gross tons for 5,610 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Star of the Seas feels comfortable for her size.
How many passengers does Star of the Seas carry?
Star of the Seas carries 5,610 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 2,350 (about 2.4 guests per crew member).
When did Star of the Seas enter service?
Star of the Seas entered service in 2025.
Where does Star of the Seas sail?
Star of the Seas sails Caribbean and Bahamas itineraries. Her home port is Port Canaveral, Florida.
Which airport should I fly into for Star of the Seas?
Star of the Seas sails from Port Canaveral, Florida. Fly into Orlando International (MCO), which has 6 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for Star of the Seas?
Royal Caribbean International publishes the deck plans for Star of the Seas; this page links to Deck plans.
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