The world’s biggest cruise ship will set sail next year : The cruise ship Icon of the Seas, managed by Royal Caribbean, has over 40 dining options, seven pools, 20 decks, and an onboard water park. It weighs close to approximately 250,000 tons.
The Frightening Bolt is the waterslide that holds the record for the highest drop at sea, while the Pressure Drop is the waterslide that holds the record for the first open freefall waterslide on a cruise.
These are just two of the six record-breaking slides found at the Category 6 water park, which Royal Caribbean says is the largest of its kind at sea.
The Icon also has a brand-new neighborhood ideal for families, allowing them to spend the whole day there. A giant water park that welcomes children can be found at Surfside, in addition to a pool reserved for adults.
One of the seven Icon pools is called Royal Bay, the largest pool at sea. Several infinity edges have been included in its design to keep a link between the passengers and the water.
Are you looking to get a rush of adrenaline? The FlowRider surf simulator generates waves throughout the day by directing 30,000 gallons of moving water via its internal channels.
Additionally, the Icon is the company’s first cruise ship to run on energy derived from renewable sources.
The Icon is expected to debut in January 2024 once it has completed the first round of sea trials in Turku, Finland. It was built in the shipyard owned by Meyer in Turku, which is located in Finland.
According to Royal Caribbean, more than 450 specialists conducted preliminary testing on the ship’s technical components over four days. These tests included evaluating the noise and vibration levels and the ship’s main engines, bow, and propellers.
According to Royal Caribbean, later this year, the Icon will participate in a second round of sea trials that will test the limits of its capabilities.