Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas: The Next Icon-Class Giant Sets Sail in 2026

Royal Caribbean just dropped big news: their third Icon-class ship, Legend of the Seas, launches July 2026. Announced February 18, 2025, this 250,800-ton giant—matching Icon and Star—starts with Mediterranean cruises from Barcelona, then shifts to Fort Lauderdale for Caribbean runs by November. Here’s the quick scoop.

Ship Highlights

Think massive: up to 7,600 passengers, eight “neighborhoods” like Thrill Island (world’s largest waterpark at sea), seven pools, and 40+ dining spots—Giovanni’s, Hooked Seafood, maybe a Hollywood supper club. Crown’s Edge and The Pearl return for thrills and views. It’s LNG-powered with eco-tech, aiming for Royal Caribbean’s net-zero goal by 2035.

Where It’s Going

July 2026: 7-night Western Mediterranean trips from Barcelona—Provence, Naples, Rome, Palma. November 2026: Fort Lauderdale base with 6-night Western Caribbean (Jamaica, CocoCay) and 8-night Southern Caribbean (Aruba, Curaçao) sailings. Every Caribbean trip hits CocoCay.

The Name

Legend of the Seas nods to the 1995 original, linking Royal Caribbean’s past to this futuristic trilogy (Icon, Star, Legend). Smart marketing move.

Booking Info

Bookings opened Feb 20, 2025. Prices: $1,568–$1,969 for Mediterranean runs. Expect high demand after Icon’s success. Booking yet? Let me know! If you are sailing with a party of two, our travel agents at The Travel Scouts may have lower rates available!