Cruise passengers don’t typically celebrate when a delay results in a port being removed from the itinerary. However, some guests sailing aboard Icon of the …
Report: Royal Caribbean cites “safety” concerns for slide closures on newest Icon ship
Royal Caribbean says safety concerns are behind ongoing waterslide closures aboard its newest Icon Class ships, with no timeline for reopening. In an email obtained …
Which Royal Caribbean ship is best? I’ve been on every class, and here’s my ranking
One of the most common questions I hear from friends, family, and readers is: Which Royal Caribbean ship is the best? I’ve been cruising with …
How much does a cruise ship cost to build? Modern ships can cost nearly $2 billion (2026)
Cruise ships are some of the most expensive man-made structures in the world. With towering designs, luxurious amenities, cutting-edge technology, and the ability to carry …
Video shows the moment Icon of the Seas slide breaks, causing “serious gashes” for injured passenger
New video footage has surfaced capturing the exact moment the Icon of the Seas slide breaks mid-ride, resulting in severe injuries for a passenger who …
Waterslide breaks mid-ride on Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas
Passengers aboard Icon of the Seas were shouting to stop the ride as water began gushing from a water slide that broke mid-ride during the ship’s August …
Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas faces bed bug allegations
The world’s largest cruise ship, Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas, has been making waves since its launch, but not just for its record-breaking size …