The world’s largest ship set sail on Sunday, making its debut out of Port Canaveral, Florida.
Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas has 20 decks and eight neighborhoods with seven swimming pools. It accommodates 5,000 passengers.
“Star of the Seas represents the next bold step in our journey to reimagine vacations,” stated Royal Caribbean Group president and CEO Jason Liberty in a press launch.
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“It brings together the best of our innovation, signature experiences, and the most sought-after destinations into one unforgettable vacation.”
He added, “With Star, we’re not just launching a ship, we’re advancing our mission to create the world’s best vacations responsibly for guests of all ages.”
Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas, the world’s largest ship, debuts from Port Canaveral with twenty decks and a capability for five,000 passengers. (Royal Caribbean Group)
In January, AAA launched its first-ever “Cruise Travel Forecast.”
It tasks that 19 million Individuals plan to take cruises this 12 months.
“More people have cruised in 2025 than any previous year in history,” he stated. “Future bookings are at record levels when compared to the same time in any previous year.”
Final 12 months, 18.2 million vacationers went on cruises, in accordance with the AAA report.
AAA is predicting that 19 million Individuals will cruise in 2025. (Royal Caribbean Group)
Chiron stated he sees demand surging within the Caribbean, Alaska and Europe.
The cruise forecast report discovered that 72% of passengers are heading to Caribbean locations in quest of sunny trip instances.
Six % plan on heading to Alaska, whereas 5% of individuals can be cruising within the Mediterranean, in accordance with the report.
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He added that he’s seeing curiosity within the Panama Canal, Japan and Asia rising together with expedition cruises to the North and South Poles.
“Cruise lines are responding to strong demand from cruise passengers who are desiring private destinations and the enticing experiences that are unavailable at the other ports being visited on regular itineraries,” stated Chiron.
“More people have cruised in 2025 than any previous year in history. Future bookings are at record levels when compared to the same time in any previous year.” (Royal Caribbean Group)
Whereas the cruise business is on the uptick, Chiron stated there are some things to think about.
“Geopolitical issues and fuel costs are always a concern,” stated Chiron. “The cruise industry has protective measures in place, including the ability to move ships to ensure smooth sailings.”
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“Passenger and ship safety is paramount,” he added.
