Royal Caribbean christened its new ship, Star of the Seas, in Port Canaveral, with astronaut Kellie Gerardi as godmother in a ceremony that took place at the AquaTheater.
Royal Caribbean launches the next Icon Class ship, Star of the Seas. Star debuts August 2025 from Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida. Royal Caribbean and godmother Kellie Gerardi hosted a naming celebration written in the stars for the new Star of the Seas in Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida. The ultimate family vacation has experiences in store for every type of family and vacationer on 7-night adventures to the Caribbean and the vacation brand's top-rated Perfect Day at CocoCay. Left to right- Jason Liberty, President and CEO, Royal Caribbean Group. Kellie Girardi, Godmother, Star of the SeasMichael Bayley, President and CEO, Royal Caribbean. Captain Rob Hempstead.
“I am honored to celebrate the new Star of the Seas “I was named godmother of Royal Caribbean in a beautiful naming ceremony, a tradition that is close to my heart and a spirit that encompasses both the sea and space,” said Kellie Gerardi, godmother of Star of the Seas“A journey in Star It's the perfect combination of two of my greatest passions in life, a spirit of exploration and quality time with family, and I can't wait for this adventure to begin.” The naming ceremony marked a milestone as Royal Caribbean officially named the ship and recognized the work of the thousands of people who made it possible Star of the SeasThe new ship then set sail with its first passengers, who will experience the record-breaking Icon Class, which combines the best of every vacation and allows you to create the ideal vacation day in Royal Caribbean's highest-rated exclusive destination Perfect Day at CocoCayin the Bahamas.
Royal Caribbean and godmother Kellie Gerardi hosted a naming celebration written in the stars for the new Star of the Seas in Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida. The ultimate family vacation has experiences in store for every type of family and vacationer on 7-night adventures to the Caribbean and the vacation brand's top-rated Perfect Day at CocoCay.
“Star of the Seas “This represents the next bold step in our journey to reimagine vacations,” said Jason Liberty, president and CEO of Royal Caribbean Group. “It brings together the best of our innovation, exclusive experiences, and most sought-after destinations for an unforgettable vacation. With Star“We’re not just launching a ship; we’re advancing our mission to responsibly create the world’s best vacations for guests of all ages.” Through eight neighborhoods These destinations, which are themselves in themselves, offer adventurers next-level experiences for everyone, both day and night, including adrenaline-filled thrills Category 6 water park and the Crown's Edge experience 46 meters above the oceanand unparalleled ways to relax in seven swimming pools, including one infinity pool suspended in the seaInnovative experiences also include the Surfside neighborhood designed for families with young children, Over 40 ways to eat and drink, spectacular entertainmentincluding the classic cult hit “Back to the Future: The Musical” and outstanding performances in the air, on ice, on water, in the theater, and more. “Here we present the most daring family vacation ever!” Star of the Seas “It offers everything families want in a vacation with more adventures and more ways to create unforgettable memories together,” said Michael Bayley, president and CEO of Royal Caribbean. “We’ve created the world’s greatest vacation for all ages once again, and it’s truly a magical time to celebrate with our Royal Caribbean family, who have made it possible.” Following the new era of vacations introduced by Icon of the Seas in Miami, Star will offer bold seven nights adventures from his home in Port Canaveral (Orlando), visiting the most desired destinations in the Eastern and Western Caribbeanincluding Perfect Day at CocoCayThe vacation brand has even more outstanding experiences to offer over the next three years across a growing lineup of destinations, including the ultimate beach day in Royal Beach Club Paradise Island, opening in December 2025 and Royal Beach Club Cozumel in 2026, along with the next revolutionary holiday adventure, Perfect Day Mexico in the fall of 2027.