Royal Caribbean’s new ship, the Star of the Seas, is now officially ready to set sail. The cruise line celebrated with a star-studded naming ceremony in Port Canaveral, Florida, where research astronaut and payload specialist Kellie Gerardi was named the ship’s godmother. In a heartfelt ceremony, Gerardi blessed the ship, its crew, and the millions of families who will create memories on board for years to come.
Kellie Gerardi, godmother of Star of the Seas said:
“I’m honored to celebrate Royal Caribbean’s new Star of the Seas in such a beautiful naming ceremony as godmother – a tradition that is close to my heart and a spirit that spans both sea and space,”
“A vacation on Star is the perfect combination of two of my biggest passions in life, a spirit of exploration and quality time with family, and I can’t wait for this journey to begin.”
Star of the Seas – Naming Ceremony
This new ship is the latest in the company’s innovative Icon Class, a class designed to redefine the family vacation. It’s packed with an incredible array of features and activities, from heart-pounding thrills at the Category 6 waterpark and the Crown’s Edge obstacle course, to seven different pools for those who prefer to relax. Families can find everything they need in the Surfside neighborhood, which is a dedicated area just for them.
Michael Bayley, president and CEO, Royal Caribbean stated:
“Here we are introducing the boldest family vacation ever! Star of the Seas delivers everything families want in a vacation with more adventure and more ways to make unforgettable memories together,”
“We’ve created the world’s best vacation for all ages yet again, and it’s truly a magical moment to celebrate that with our Royal Caribbean family who made it all possible.”
Star of the Seas – Naming Ceremony
Guests on the Star of the Seas will also enjoy more than 40 places to eat and drink, along with spectacular live entertainment, including “Back to the Future: The Musical.” Building on the success of the Icon of the Seas, the new Star of the Seas is set to begin a new chapter of adventure. Sailing from Port Canaveral, it will embark on 7-night journeys to incredible destinations across the Eastern and Western Caribbean, including the beloved Perfect Day at CocoCay. The excitement doesn’t stop there, as Royal Caribbean is also developing a new lineup of destinations, with the Royal Beach Club Paradise Island set to open in December 2025, followed by the Royal Beach Club Cozumel in 2026, and the highly anticipated Perfect Day Mexico in fall 2027.
For more details on Star of the Seas, visit Royal Caribbean’s website.
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