Royal Caribbean Group, the world leader in vacation experiences, is charting bold new waters in 2025 with thrilling expansions to its fleet and destinations from each of its three brands – Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises and Silversea. From the debut of highly anticipated ships to the opening of a one-of-a-kind beach club experience and a new hotel, the Group continues its mission to redefine what it means to vacation.
New Horizons at Sea
2025 will see the launch of two groundbreaking ships that exemplify Royal Caribbean Group’s commitment to innovation and creating the ultimate vacation experiences.
Star of the Seas, sister ship to the acclaimed Icon of the Seas, will join the Royal Caribbean fleet mid-year, bringing larger-than-life adventures to guests of all ages. Across eight neighborhoods that are destinations in themselves, there are ways for every type of family and vacationer to make memories, from thrills like six of the fastest and tallest waterslides to 40-plus ways to dine and drink, and the Surfside neighborhood designed for young families. And it’s all combined with seven nights of island hopping to idyllic destinations like the cruise line’s Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas.
With endless ways to thrill and chill, Royal Caribbean aims to deliver an onboard experience that combines the best aspects of beach retreats, resort escapes and theme park adventures, catering to each traveler’s ideal vacation experience.
Celebrity Cruises’ Celebrity Xcel, debuting in late 2025, is set to elevate the boundaries of leisure travel with several brand new yet-to-be announced experiences. Xcel will advance the Group’s decades-long commitment to sustaining the planet with the first tri-fuel capable engine. Celebrity Xcel will make her debut in the Caribbean, sailing her inaugural winter season from Fort Lauderdale, on 7-night itineraries alternating between the Bahamas, Mexico and the Cayman Islands, and Puerto Plata, St. Thomas and St. Maarten.
A Perfect Day, Expanded
Royal Caribbean Group’s private destinations continue to raise the bar for guest experiences. After the enormous success of Perfect Day at CocoCay, off the coast of the Bahamas, the Group is set to open its first Royal Beach Club Experience in late 2025. Nestled on the pristine shores of Paradise Island, Nassau, this destination offers a curated mix of local culture, exclusive amenities and beachside luxury. Guests will enjoy private cabanas, locally inspired cuisine, and serene ocean views, creating an intimate escape unlike any other. Adding to an already perfect day, new additions will enhance every guest’s experience, like Party Cove, hosting the world’s largest swim-up bar, The Floating Flamingo.
This addition to the company’s growing collection of destination experiences demonstrates Royal Caribbean’s commitment to creating tailored experiences, combining their signature innovative designs and service with Bahamian culture to provide a seamless all-inclusive beach experience.
A New Era of Exploration
For adventurous travelers, Silversea is developing a 150-room hotel in Puerto Williams, Chile, to serve as a gateway for Antarctic expeditions. The southernmost hotel will feature luxury amenities, including a restaurant, bar and lounge, fitness center and local artisan shops. The hotel, as part of the Antarctica Bridge Fly-Cruise Program, will offer the fastest and most direct route to Antarctica for guests sailing with Silversea.
By enhancing the Antarctic travel experience with a dedicated luxury hotel, Silversea is eliminating traditional travel barriers, offering seamless and exclusive journeys to the world’s least visited continent. The Group’s commitment to community is amplified as they work to create economic opportunities while preserving cultural heritage.
With these remarkable innovations, Royal Caribbean Group is not just transforming the cruise industry but elevating the entire vacation experience. These developments highlight the company’s commitment to being at the forefront of vacation innovation, ensuring that every traveler can create unforgettable memories in the most spectacular settings and destinations around the world. With Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises and Silversea, the Group is turning the vacation of a lifetime into a lifetime of vacations.
