Royal Caribbean has welcomed Legend of the Seas to its fleet ahead of its European debut in July.
After nearly two years of construction at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland, Royal Caribbean's third Icon Class ship is now ready to set sail.
"Today’s delivery of Legend of the Seas marks another important milestone in our ambition to continuously redefine the vacation experience," said Jason Liberty, chairman and CEO of Royal Caribbean Group.
Royal Caribbean's third Icon Class ship is ready to set sail after nearly two years of construction
"This new ship reflects the strength of the vacation ecosystem we are building – combining industry-leading ships, innovative technology, and exceptional experiences for our guests."
Michael Bayley, president and CEO of Royal Caribbean, said: "We’re incredibly proud to introduce Legend of the Seas to vacationers and continue the legacy of the revolutionary Icon Class.
"This wouldn’t be possible without the many talented individuals that came together to deliver what is truly the ultimate family vacation, and we look forward to making Legend’s debut this summer a legendary one."
Entertainment on Legend of the Seas
Highlights on Legend of the Seas include the most dining options at sea, the largest pool at sea, the Crown's Edge skywalk/zip line experience, the Category 6 water park, and the world's largest kinetic art sculpture.
Earlier this year, Royal Caribbean unveiled its fourth Icon Class cruise ship, the record-breaking Hero of the Seas, due to arrive in Miami in August 2027.
Royal Caribbean's new cruise ship features new entertainment experiences and the most dining options at sea
Royal Caribbean's fifth Icon Class ship is due to be delivered in 2028, followed by the sixth and seventh Icon Class ships in 2029 and 2030.
In addition, Legend of the Seas will be Royal Caribbean's fourth cruise ship powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG). It also features applications such as waste heat recovery systems and shore power connection.
Last month, Mexican authorities rejected Royal Caribbean's Perfect Day Mexico development due to its potential ecological impact.
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