Exploring Icon of the Seas' First Season of Itineraries
A Look at Icon of the Seas’ Inaugural Season Itineraries
The Icon of the Seas, currently under construction in Finland, is poised to make history as the world's largest cruise ship. As a new addition to Royal Caribbean International's fleet, the vessel is set to begin its inaugural season in the Caribbean in early 2024. In this article, we take a closer look at the Icon of the Seas' maiden season itineraries
Eastern Caribbean with St. Kitts
Date: Departures available year-round starting in January 2024
Length: Seven nights
Homeport: Miami, United States
Itinerary: Stopovers at Basseterre (St. Kitts); St. Thomas (U.S. Virgin Islands); and Perfect Day at CocoCay (Bahamas)
As the Icon of the Seas sets sail in late January, it will begin its inaugural season with a 7-night voyage through the Eastern Caribbean. The itinerary, which will be offered throughout 2024, features ports of call in St. Kitts, St. Thomas, and a visit to Royal Caribbean's private island paradise, Perfect Day at CocoCay in the Bahamas, before returning to its home port of PortMiami.
Eastern Caribbean with St. Maarten
Dates: Year-Round departures starting in February 2024
Length: Seven nights
Homeport: Miami (United States)
Complete Itinerary: Perfect Day at CocoCay (Bahamas); St. Thomas (U.S. Virgin Islands); and Philipsburg (St. Maarten)
The Icon of the Seas is offering another seven-night Eastern Caribbean cruise during its inaugural season. This itinerary takes guests to Perfect Day at CocoCay, St. Thomas, and the island of St. Maarten, known for its picturesque beaches and Dutch-influenced culture. The ship sets sail from Miami and offers three full days at sea. This cruise offers a different experience compared to the first Eastern Caribbean cruise with St. Kitts, but it still captures the essence of the Caribbean.
Western Caribbean with Honduras
Dates: Year-Round departures starting in March 2024
Length: Seven nights
Homeport: Miami (United States)
Complete Itinerary: Roatán (Honduras); Perfect Day at CocoCay (Bahamas); Costa Maya and Cozumel (Mexico)
Starting in March 2024, the Icon of the Seas will embark on seven-night cruises to the Western Caribbean visiting Mexico, Honduras, and the Bahamas. Departing from Miami's PortMiami, the itinerary includes stops in Cozumel, Costa Maya, and Roatán, as well as a visit to Royal Caribbean's private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay. The route will be repeated through the end of 2024 and includes two days at sea
Mexico and Bahamas
Dates: Feb. 3 and Feb. 17, 2024
Length: Seven nights
Homeport: Miami (United States)
Complete Itinerary: Perfect Day at CocoCay (Bahamas); Costa Maya and Cozumel (Mexico)
In addition to its regular Western Caribbean schedule, the Icon of the Seas will offer a unique itinerary to the region in February 2024, with departure dates on Feb 3rd and Feb 17th. The seven-night journey includes a stop at Mexico’s Costa Maya and Cozumel ports and an extra day at sea, before ending with a visit to Perfect Day at CocoCay (Bahamas) where the ship will remain docked for ten hours before returning to Miami