New and Reimagined Ways to Dine and Celebrate on Utopia of the Seas

September 2023 – Royal Caribbean International’s new Utopia of the Seas is one step closer to delivering the world’s biggest weekend in July 2024. The latest game-changing Oasis Class ship floated for the first time, a major construction milestone that marks the next phase of construction at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France.

Royal Caribbean’s new Utopia of the Seas will debut as the ultimate short getaway when it sets sail on 3-night weekend and 4-night weekday escapes from Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida, in July 2024. Every vacationer has unmatched weekend energy in store across more than 40 ways to dine, drink and party, more pools than the days to count, ways to thrill and chill, and more of all the above at the cruise line’s private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay.

El nuevo Utopia of the Seas de Royal Caribbean debutará como la mejor escapada corta cuando zarpe en vacaciones de tres noches en fin de semana y cuatro noches entre semana desde Puerto Cañaveral (Orlando), Florida, en julio de 2024. A todos los vacacionistas les espera una energía de fin de semana inigualable con más de 40 formas de cenar, beber y divertirse, más piscinas de las que se pueden contar, formas de emocionarse y relajarse, además encontrarán todo lo anterior también en la isla privada de la línea de cruceros, Perfect Day at CocoCay.

July 2022 – Construction on Royal Caribbean International’s upcoming ship, Utopia of the Seas, reaches the first major milestone. A keel-laying ceremony, a longstanding maritime tradition, took place at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France. The event marks the official start of physical construction for the first LNG-powered ship of the industry-defining Oasis Class. Utopia’s bold introduction of first and favorites is set for spring 2024.

B-roll footage of Pesky Parrot on Utopia of the Seas

B-roll footage of Royal Railway - Utopia Station on Utopia of the Seas

May 2024 – Starting July 2024 in Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida, vacationers can make a splash in more ways than one on Royal Caribbean’s new Utopia of the Seas. The ultimate short getaway features more pools than the days to count, with vibes of all kinds, a trio of adrenaline-pumping waterslides, the FlowRider surf simulator and more. Plus, the adventure continues at private island Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas, with everything from seven stretches of beach to the largest freshwater pool in the Caribbean and 14 waterslides.

April 2024 – Royal Caribbean’s new Utopia of the Seas will get the party of all parties started with unmatched weekend energy when it debuts with 3-night weekend and 4-night weekday getaways from Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida, in July. The ways to party and make memories day and night span 20-plus bars and more hot spots, including the brand-new Caribbean bar, Pesky Parrot, with surprises in store; two casinos with more than 400 games to play, The Lime & Coconut at the center of the action on the lively pool deck, The Mason Jar Southern Restaurant & Bar; and even spots for the whole family like Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade and more.

B-roll footage of Izumi on Icon of the Seas 

Overview B-roll footage of Icon of the Seas

November 2023 – *Episode 15 Teaser* One of eight neighborhoods on the record-breaking Icon of the Seas is Central Park, a real park and all that comes with it, including more than 33,500 plants. Go behind the scenes in “Making an Icon: Creating Central Park” as the experts share what it takes to bring to life a park in the middle of the ocean that’s lusher and livelier than ever before. With a new live music venue, windows with champagne and sushi, and even an all-new dining experience that pairs eight courses with music, wine and more, evolving what’s become an all-time favorite was anything but a walk in the park.

November 2023 – One of eight neighborhoods on the record-breaking Icon of the Seas is Central Park, a real park and all that comes with it, including more than 33,500 plants. Go behind the scenes in “Making an Icon: Creating Central Park” as the experts share what it takes to bring to life a park in the middle of the ocean that’s lusher and livelier than ever before. With a new live music venue, windows with champagne and sushi, and even an all-new dining experience that pairs eight courses with music, wine and more, evolving what’s become an all-time favorite was anything but a walk in the park.

September 2023 – *Episode 13 Teaser* Royal Caribbean International is cooking up something for everyone across more than 20 ways to dine on the highly anticipated vacation Icon of the Seas. “Making an Icon: Creating Flavors for Everyone, Part 2: Dining” dishes out the behind-the-scenes of bringing everything from an upscale, eight-course dining experience paired with live music to a convenient window for fresh sushi and gyoza to life. After years of research, travel and 100-plus tastings and showcases, watch how it all came down to three ingredients – variety, convenience and choice – to serve up memories for every occasion while on vacation. 

August 2023 – *Episode 12 Teaser* Royal Caribbean International’s Icon of the Seas serves up flavors of all kinds, even those just for the kids. Part one of “Making an Icon: Creating Flavors for Everyone,” dives into the process to come up with the right blend of drinks across all eight neighborhoods. From over-the-top milkshakes to a walk-up champagne bar to coffee-based cocktails and more non-alcoholic options, see the brains behind the menus and experiences research and test all-new recipes, twists on favorites, glassware and more to create sips for every palate. 

July 2023 – *Episode 11 Teaser* Memorable vacations start with memorable first impressions, and Royal Caribbean International delivers that from the very first step onto Icon of the Seas. In “Making an Icon: Creating Royal Promenade,” the experts show and tell how the heartbeat of the ship has transformed in 25 years since its introduction in 1999. The next generation of Royal Promenade comes together with revolutionary feats in engineering, architecture and design to create a place with experiences for everyone day and night. From the neighborhood’s first ocean views to the seamless connection between two floors of 15-plus new and returning restaurants, bars and lounges, alongside dedicated areas for kids and teens, shows, activities like ice skating, and more, it’s the place to be and be seen.