Cruising on the world’s largest cruise ship is an experience. Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas, the world’s largest cruise ship, set sail from Miami on her first trip Saturday, carrying the population of almost a small city. However, the ship serves as its destination.
World’s Largest Cruise Ship Sets Sail
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Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas is over 1,200 feet (365 meters) from bow to stern. The world’s largest cruise ship, the ‘Icon of the Seas’ took its debut voyage from the Port of Miami on Saturday. The ship, which left South Florida on its debut seven-day tropical island-hopping cruise, was christened on Tuesday. In attendance was soccer legend Lionel Messi and his Inter Miami colleagues in attendance. Furthermore, according to the cruise line, at its original debut in October 2022, the Icon of the Seas saw the single most important booking day. Moreover, it was the highest volume booking week in Royal Caribbean’s history in 53 years.
The ship, which is longer than the height of the Eiffel Tower, has 20 decks and can accommodate up to 7600 passengers. One of the first things that strikes you is the sheer variety of amenities onboard. Passengers on its inaugural voyage are on a sold-out seven-night cruise to the Eastern Caribbean. They will be treated to some unforgettable maritime experiences. The ship features the first cantilevered infinity pool at sea. Additionally, you will find the largest swimming pool at sea and the largest ice arena at sea. Approximately 50 musicians and comedians are there to amuse passengers.
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Raises Pollution Concerns
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Royal Caribbean International’s Icon of the Seas departs from Miami with a capacity for 8,000 people across 20 decks, capitalising on the growing popularity of cruises.
The ship is designed to run on liquefied natural gas (LNG), which burns cleaner than typical marine fuel but carries a higher risk of methane emissions. Environmental groups argue that methane leakage from the ship’s engines poses an unacceptable risk to the climate due to its short-term negative consequences. According to Royal Caribbean, its newest vessel has 24% lower carbon emissions than what the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), the global authority on shipping, requires.
Cruising on the world’s largest cruise ship is more than just a vacation. Are you bookmarking this extravagant holiday?
Cover image credits: Website/Royal Caribbean
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