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World’s Largest Cruise Ship is Officially Named: Royal Caribbean Honors Hometown Hero in Education on Harmony of the Seas

Royal Caribbean International celebrated the homecoming of Harmony of the Seas with a spectacular naming ceremony, befitting the world’s largest cruise ship. Hosting the highly-anticipated ceremony was Brittany Affolter from Teach For America Miami-Dade, who was selected as Godmother of Harmony of the Seas for her work in inspiring South Florida’s next generation to dream big, think differently and challenge the status quo.

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Harmony of the Seas' Godmother Brittany Affolter

Harmony of the Seas' Godmother, Brittany Affolter from Teach For America Miami-Dade, was selected for her work in inspiring South Florida’s next generation to dream big, think differently and challenge the status quo.

Harmony of the Seas Naming Ceremony Compilation

Royal Caribbean International celebrates the naming ceremony on Royal Caribbean's newest ship Harmony of the Seas and her godmother Brittany Affolter.

Royal Caribbean Names Inspirational Hometown Hero in Education as Godmother of Harmony of the Seas

Royal Caribbean’s Hometown Hero in Education, Brittany Affolter, has been named Godmother of Harmony of the Seas. Brittany’s work with Teach for America in Miami-Dade County has supported and inspired a number of high-needs schools in Royal Caribbean’s hometown. As Godmother, Brittany represents all of our Hometown Heroes in Education and the invaluable role they play in our communities.

World’s Largest Cruise Ship Makes a Big Splash: Royal Caribbean's Harmony of the Seas Sets Sail From New Homeport for First Time

With a sail away celebration befitting the world’s largest cruise ship, Royal Caribbean International’s brand new ship, Harmony of the Seas, departed on her maiden voyage from her new permanent homeport of Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. The world’s most adventure-packed ship was fêted with an adventurous take on the traditional flotilla send-off, complete with a team of 16 jetboard and jetpack riders from the world-renowned Aquafly Hydroflight Sports Performance Team leading Harmony out to sea and performing a show of extraordinary stunts.

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Primer Vistazo: Royal Caribbean Presenta Un Nuevo Destino, Perfect Day Mexico

Octubre 2024 - Presentando el próximo gran momento en las vacaciones, Royal Caribbean International revela el primer vistazo a un nuevo destino - Perfect Day México. El próximo Perfect Day, ubicado en la popular costa caribeña de México en Mahahual, México, abrirá en 2027 como el más reciente de la creciente línea de experiencias de destino de la marca vacacional, que incluye el galardonado Perfect Day at CocoCay en Las Bahamas, que marcó la pauta en 2019. Vacacionistas de todas las edades tienen a su disposición un pedazo de paraíso que combina las experiencias que suben la adrenalina y formas de relajarse de Royal Caribbean con la vitalidad, la cultura y la belleza de México.

First Look: Royal Caribbean Introduces a New Destination, Perfect Day Mexico

October 2024 - Introducing the next bold moment in vacations, Royal Caribbean International reveals the first look at a new destination – Perfect Day Mexico. The next Perfect Day, located on Mexico’s popular Caribbean coast in Mahahual, Mexico, opens in 2027 as the latest in the vacation brand’s growing lineup of destination experiences, which includes the top-rated Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas that set the bar in 2019. Vacationers of all ages have in store a slice of paradise that combines Royal Caribbean’s adrenaline-pumping thrills and ways to chill with the vibrancy, culture and beauty of Mexico.

Royal Caribbean and Inter Miami Grant Wishes of Make-A-Wish Children B-roll

September 2024 – Together with Make-A-Wish, the global nonprofit that creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses, Royal Caribbean and Inter Miami CF granted the wishes of 23 wish kids during a four-day experience between Saturday, Sept. 21 – Tuesday, Sept. 24, in South Florida. The highlights included a day on the record-breaking Icon of the Seas to plunge down six waterslides, watch a performance from the first theatrical rendition of “The Wizard of Oz” at sea, meet Chief Dog Officer Rover and more. Plus, they made an exclusive visit to Inter Miami’s Chase Stadium to meet the Inter Miami squad and their captain Lionel Messi, where they enjoyed behind-the-scenes access to watch the team train, their own field-level suite and more.

Behind the Scenes of Star of the Seas: Installing the AquaDome

September 2024 – Going behind the scenes of Royal Caribbean’s construction of the highly anticipated Star of the Seas, the installation of the AquaDome’s 367-ton (332 tonnes) dome is a sight – and feat – of iconic proportions. At the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland, the largest glass and steel structure to ever be lifted onto a cruise ship is a days-long process that takes months of planning. The installation also marks the next phase of work, when it all starts to come to life with the buildout of the neighborhood’s restaurants, bars and the deck-defying entertainment venue, the signature AquaTheater. In August 2025, Star debuts as the next combination of every vacation in Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida.

Utopia of the Seas Naming Party B-roll

July 2024 - Royal Caribbean International and GRAMMY-winning singer and songwriter Meghan Trainor threw the party of the summer for the new Utopia of the Seas in Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida. The ultimate short getaway officially debuts on Friday, July 19, when Utopia begins 3-night weekend and 4-night weekday vacations to Royal Caribbean’s award-winning private destination, Perfect Day at CocoCay and Nassau in The Bahamas.

Utopia of the Seas Port Canaveral (Orlando) Arrival B-roll

July 2024 – Royal Caribbean International’s Utopia of the Seas arrived in Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida, for the first time on Thursday, July 11. The ultimate short getaway is set to bring weekend energy to every day of the week when it makes its official debut on Friday, July 19, with 3-night weekend and 4-night weekday getaways to Royal Caribbean’s award-winning private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay, and Nassau in The Bahamas.

Utopia of the Seas Construction Highlights

June 2024 – After more than two years of construction, Utopia of the Seas has officially joined the Royal Caribbean family. From the first cut of steel in April 2022 and the installation of the signature AquaTheater in July 2023 to the moment the keys were handed over in June 2024, the ultimate short getaway is five weekends away from its July debut in Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida. Watch the highlights of Utopia’s construction in Saint-Nazaire, France, to see how it’s all come together.

Royal Caribbean’s Making an Icon: Preparing for an Iconic Debut

May 2024 – After more than seven years of dreaming and the work of thousands around the world, Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas is a reality. The series finale of Making an Icon, "Preparing for an Iconic Debut,” looks back and goes behind the scenes of the final days and milestones leading up to the January 2024 debut of the first-of-its-kind combination of the best of every vacation. From the mic-drop moment Icon crossed under the Great Belt Bridge in Denmark to the installation of 33,550 real plants and the arrival of thousands of crew members in Spain, plus more finishing touches like stress testing, show rehearsals and crew training on the transatlantic, and then a historic arrival in Miami – this iconic adventure was one for the ages.

Making an Icon Episode 16 Teaser

May 2024 – *Episode 16 Teaser* After more than seven years of dreaming and the work of thousands around the world, Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas is a reality. The series finale of Making an Icon, "Preparing for an Iconic Debut,” looks back and goes behind the scenes of the final days and milestones leading up to the January 2024 debut of the first-of-its-kind combination of the best of every vacation. From the mic-drop moment Icon crossed under the Great Belt Bridge in Denmark to the installation of 33,550 real plants and the arrival of thousands of crew members in Spain, plus more finishing touches like stress testing, show rehearsals and crew training on the transatlantic, and then a historic arrival in Miami – this iconic adventure was one for the ages.

Royal Caribbean and The Wiggles Partnership Electronic Press Kit

April 2024 – Two iconic family brands, Royal Caribbean International and The Wiggles, are coming together to create the ultimate family holiday in Australia. In the summer of 2025-2026 on Anthem and Voyager of the Seas, Wiggles fans and adventurers alike can set their sights on making memories with the popular cast of the Wiggly Friends on exclusive Wiggles Sailings that feature special experiences for the whole family.

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HARMONY OF THE SEAS OFFICIALLY NAMED BY GODMOTHER BRITTANY AFFOLTER

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