Legend of the Seas
Icon class · Mediterranean, Caribbean & Bahamas
The third Icon-class ship debuted in the Mediterranean in August 2026. In its first year, it operates seven-night Western Mediterranean cruises from Rome (Civitavecchia), returns to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in late October, and enters the winter Caribbean season. In summer 2027, it is scheduled to return to the Mediterranean and offer seven-night cruises from Barcelona and Rome. Its large ship combines port sightseeing and onboard attractions in a single trip.
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For travelers from Japan
A guide to public baths, Japanese food and language support, payment in yen, smoking, dress codes and power outlets, based on available official and other sources. Details may vary by itinerary and season. Check the official website for current information.
Similar facilities, such as a thermal suite
Payment in yen not accepted
Smoking in designated areas only
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At a glance
What is included and what costs extra
- Meals (main restaurants)Included
- AlcoholExtra charge
- GratuitiesExtra charge
- Wi‑FiExtra charge
- Specialty diningExtra charge
- Shore excursionsExtra charge
The basic fare covers only main dining, the buffet, and complimentary quick-service meals. Alcohol, Wi-Fi, tips, and specialty restaurants are charged separately or require a package purchase. Star Class upper-tier suites include many of these in the fare.
- Extra chargeDrinks (one beer)$8
- Extra chargeSoft drinks and water$4
- Extra chargeDrink packageAbout $89/day for the Deluxe Beverage Package, covering drinks priced at $15 or less per drink.
- Extra chargeWi‑FiFor 7 nights: approximately $140-$220.
- Extra chargeGratuities (automatic service charge)$18-$20.50/day (varies by stateroom category)
- Extra chargeSpa (60 minutes)$199+
- Extra chargeLaundryWashing, pressing, and dry cleaning are paid services. Included for higher suites (Star Class).
- Shore excursionsShore excursions cost extra depending on the content. On Mediterranean departures, tours mainly focus on city sightseeing and World Heritage sites, and can be booked through the app before boarding.
Prices are shown in the onboard currency; no currency conversion is applied.
Boarding, atmosphere, and links
- Japan departures: No
- Home ports: Barcelona (Spain; Western Mediterranean departure and arrival port in summer 2026), Rome/Civitavecchia (Italy; summer 2026), Fort Lauderdale (Florida, United States; Caribbean departure and arrival port from fall 2026 onward)
- Departure ports: Barcelona, Rome (Civitavecchia), Fort Lauderdale
- All ages
- A large ship with eight neighborhoods clearly dividing lively and quiet areas. Guests can spend the day at the water park and skywalk, or relax in Central Park and Hideaway.
- In summer 2026, Mediterranean sailings will mainly attract European and North American families and couples; from autumn onward, North American guests are expected to dominate on sailings from Fort Lauderdale. As the first Icon Class ship deployed in Europe, it is attracting attention, and bookings tend to fill early.
As the third Icon-class ship, it uses LNG (liquefied natural gas) as its main fuel. It significantly reduces sulfur oxide and particulate emissions and also uses energy-saving equipment such as waste-heat recovery. Built at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland.
Ship character
- • Families wanting a large-ship Mediterranean cruise
- • Travelers seeking the newest ship
- • First cruises in Europe
- • Travelers seeking small-town port itineraries
- • Travelers prioritizing tranquility
Cruise stories and videos on external sites
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- ArticleJapanesePR / hosted trip disclosedcruise-ism.com
cruise-ism.com · Link checked Oct 4, 2026
- Personal blogEnglishLegend of the Seas Review: What to Expect on Royal Caribbean’s Newest Mega-Ship - Cruise with Ben & David
benanddavid.cruises · Link checked Oct 5, 2026
- YouTubeEnglishWe Boarded the World’s NEWEST SHIP!! Royal Caribbean's Legend of the Seas! | First Sailing
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- YouTubeEnglishWe Spent 7 Days on Royal Caribbean's NEWEST SHIP - The Legend of the Seas | Cruise Vlog 2026
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- ArticleEnglishAffiliate links disclosedLegend of the Seas review: What's it like on the world's largest cruise ship?
royalcaribbeanblog.com · Link checked Oct 4, 2026
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Sources
- Officialroyalcaribbean.com
- Encyclopediaen.wikipedia.org
- Secondary sourcecruiseindustrynews.com
- Secondary sourcecruisehive.com
- Secondary sourceroyalcaribbean.jp
- Officialroyalcaribbean.com (2)
- Officialroyalcaribbean.com (3)
- Encyclopediaen.wikipedia.org (2)
- Secondary sourcecruisefever.net
Source: Wikipedia “Icon-class cruise ship”, “Legend of the Seas (Icon class)” (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Cabins by category
| Cabins | Size | Occupancy and beds | Features | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Interior Stateroom The most affordable category onboard. It has no windows or balcony, but as a new Icon-class ship, its storage and bathroom fixtures are new. Some Interior cabins within the Surfside family area are slightly larger. Centered on lower to mid-level decks | 15–19 m² (161–205 ft²) | 2-4 people Queen bed (can be split into twins). Depending on cabin type, up to 4 guests are accommodated with a sofa bed or a ceiling pull-down bed. | Check cabin details on the official deck plan | |
Ocean View / Panoramic Ocean View Stateroom Ocean-view cabins with windows but no balcony. The Panorama Ocean View, located in areas such as the bow, offers a wider view and is slightly more spacious than the standard type. Low- to mid-level decks | 17–21 m² (183–226 ft²) | 2-4 people Queen bed + sofa bed; Panorama type has large windows from floor to ceiling | WindowConnecting | Check cabin details on the official deck plan |
Ocean View Balcony Stateroom The main category, accounting for the largest share of the 2,805 cabins. In addition to ocean-facing cabins, an Icon-class feature is the option of inward-facing balconies overlooking Central Park or Surfside. Inward-facing balconies overlooking Central Park and high-deck sea-facing balconies | 19–26 m² (205–280 ft²) | 2-4 people Queen bed + sofa bed, with a private balcony. | BalconyConnecting | Check cabin details on the official deck plan |
Junior Suite / Sky Class Suite The mid-tier of Royal Suite Class. It offers a larger living room and access to the suite-only lounge and restaurants (Coastal Kitchen and The Grove). Around the Suite Neighborhood in the upper part of the hull | 30–55 m² (323–592 ft²) | 2-6 people King bed + sofa bed; depending on the cabin type, a pull-down bed or bunk beds can be added. | BalconyConcierge | Check cabin details on the official deck plan |
Star Class - Royal Loft Suite / Ultimate Family Townhouse The signature 2-story Star Class maisonette suite. A private concierge, the Royal Genie, handles dining and show reservations comprehensively, making it the highest cabin category. Top level of the Suite Neighborhood (close to the private sundeck) | 137–165 m² (1,475–1,776 ft²) | 6-8 guests Two-level maisonette configuration with 2–3 bedrooms. In addition to a king bed, single and bunk beds may be provided | BalconyConcierge | Check cabin details on the official deck plan |
Approximate figures from official and reliable sources. Cabins vary by ship, category, and sailing.Links generally lead to official pages; some have not been verified.
Families, adults-only areas, and practical information
- • Adventure Ocean — Free kids' programs divided by age. Childcare for ages 6 to 36 months is available for a fee and requires advance reservations.
- • Splashaway Bay — A free water-play area for infants and elementary school children on Surfside. It includes a shallow pool and small slides.
- • The Hideaway — An adults-only area centered on a suspended infinity pool that extends out from the ship's hull. It has a DJ and a dedicated bar.
- • Swim & Tonic — A swim-up bar where guests can order drinks while in the water, located in the adults-only Chill Island area.
- • Casino Royale — A casino with slot machines and table games. Restricted to guests aged 18 and over, and open only while sailing.
- Onboard currency
- USD
- Gratuities
- A daily service charge is added automatically to your SeaPass account. During the cruise, you can adjust the amount at Guest Services at any time.
- Payment
- Cashless onboard
- Voltage
- Supports both 110V and 220V.
- Formal nights
- About 2 on a 7-night cruise (as a guide, on day 2 and day 6). 1 on a 5-night cruise, rising to 3 to 4 on cruises of 15 nights or more.
- Medical facilities
- There is a medical center staffed 24 hours a day by doctors and nurses, with consultation fees of about $100 to $200. Charges are billed to your SeaPass account.
- Bringing items onboard
- On embarkation day only, just 1 bottle (750 ml) of wine or champagne may be brought on board (beer and spirits are not allowed). A corkage fee of $15 is required if you drink it in public areas, and on multi-night cruises you can add 1 bottle at each port call.
- Mobile and connectivity
- You can get connected in 2 ways: roaming via your mobile carrier (Cellular at Sea) and the VOOM onboard Wi-Fi service. VOOM is sold as paid packages.
Dining
A formal dining restaurant included with the fare. Choose fixed seating or flexible dining time when booking.
Hours: Breakfast and dinner focused (lunch depends on the itinerary)
A standard large buffet with long opening hours, an included dining venue that is easy to use when you want to eat without watching the clock.
Hours: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (open most of the day)
The second buffet in the family area, Surfside. Families with children can dine without walking to the main building.
Hours: Focused on morning to afternoon
A complimentary food hall in the aft AquaDome. On Legend, all-new stalls line up, including Korean rice bowls, New Orleans gumbo, street tacos, and Spanish-style light bites, and a fresh juice and smoothie stand has also been added.
Hours: Focused on lunch to evening
A complimentary cafe in Central Park serving light meals such as salads, sandwiches, and soup.
Hours: Morning to afternoon
A group of quick-service options available at no additional charge. Tacos, slice pizza, coffee, and light bites are good for taking the edge off between meals.
Hours: Varies by venue from lunch to late night (Pearl Cafe has extended hours)
A restaurant exclusively for suite guests. On Legend, it is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, serving dishes that blend Californian and Mediterranean cuisine.
Hours: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Immersive dining in private rooms modeled on train carriages, with a journey accompanied by images outside the windows. Inspired by Marco Polo's route, five dishes progress from China -> Turkey -> India -> Persia -> Italy. The ship is the first Icon-class ship to introduce it.
- Turkish bite (lamb chop)
- Chinese, Indian, and Persian-inspired multi-course dishes
- Italian dessert course
An immersive supper club original to this ship, replacing Empire Supper Club on Star of the Seas. Themed on Hollywood's golden age, it pairs a course meal with cocktails while guests watch live music and a show.
- Signature cocktail paired with each course
- Silver screen era-inspired course cuisine
Royal Caribbean's classic steakhouse in Central Park. It also has outdoor seating and focuses on high-quality beef dishes.
- Filet mignon (included in course)
- Tomahawk steak (additional option)+$39.99
- Main lobster (additional option)+$21
An Italian restaurant with an attached wine bar, known for handmade pasta. It faces Central Park.
- Homemade pasta (pappardelle, etc.)
- Homemade lasagna
- Tiramisu
A seafood restaurant in the AquaDome. Its signature items are lobster rolls and platters that are easy to share.
- Lobster roll
- Drunken mussels
- Captain's platter (lobster, fish, shrimp)
Combines live teppanyaki performances with a sushi counter. The flavors are easy for Japanese guests to imagine, and although there is no Japanese-language menu, ordering is easy.
- Spicy tuna roll$14
- Dragon Roll$16
- Teppanyaki course$64.99 (dinner) / $39.99 (lunch)
A bar and restaurant that shows live sports on large screens. Dishes are charged individually, and there are also arcade games.
- Chicken wings
- Burger
A semi-private dining venue for birthdays and anniversaries. Groups share large platters, and reservations are required by number of guests.
- Share-style course served on large plates
Facilities and activities
A water park officially described as the largest at sea, with multiple slides named after weather phenomena and a free-fall slide; no additional charge.
A skywalk and thrill ride that takes guests about 47 m (154 ft) above the sea surface. It is a paid attraction in which the floor drops away partway and guests are swung out over the side of the ship.
The main pool of Chill Island, officially billed as the largest pool at sea. Its shallow-entry design makes it easy for families to use.
An adults-only area centered on a suspended infinity pool that extends out from the ship's hull. It has a DJ and a dedicated bar.
A swim-up bar where guests can order drinks while in the water, located in the adults-only Chill Island area.
A huge glass dome at the top of the stern. By day, it is a lounge overlooking the sea; at night, it becomes a show venue combining high diving and aerial performances.
A large rink that hosts ice shows. General skating sessions for guests are also offered free of charge.
Main theater. Broadway-style productions and original shows can be enjoyed at no additional charge (advance reservations are recommended for popular performances).
A facility where guests can experience surfing and bodyboarding on an artificial wave. Basic sessions are free.
A climbing wall on Thrill Island. Free of charge with equipment included, and there are lanes for beginners.
Mini golf on Thrill Island and laser tag that glows in the dark. Both are basically free and family-friendly.
A casino with slot machines and table games. Restricted to guests aged 18 and over, and open only while sailing.
Free kids' programs divided by age. Childcare for ages 6 to 36 months is available for a fee and requires advance reservations.
A free water-play area for infants and elementary school children on Surfside. It includes a shallow pool and small slides.
A spa and salon with a sauna, steam room, and heated beds. The gym is free to use, but treatments and the thermal suite cost extra.
An indoor promenade running through the center of the ship. Bars, shops, and cafes line it, and it also serves as a stage for events and for giant decorations hung from the ceiling.
An open-air garden filled with living plants. Specialty restaurants and bars face it, creating a relaxed area with live music at night.
A two-story live music venue and nightlife spot. Guests can enjoy bands, DJs, billiards, and more.