The Ultimate Holiday at Sea, Sailing from Europe in 2026
Date Posted:Wed, 8th Oct 2025
Set to debut in July 2026, Legend of the Seas℠ , Royal Caribbean’s newest Icon Class ship brings next-level innovation and family adventure to Europe.

Sailing 3,7 & 8 night Western Mediterranean itineraries from Barcelona and Rome, she visits Palma de Mallorca, Marseille, Florence and Naples. Onboard, guests can expect world-class entertainment, new dining concepts, record-breaking attractions and luxurious accommodation, making Legend of the Seas one of the most anticipated cruise launches of the decade.
Royal Caribbean reveals new dining and entertainment on Legend of the Seas

Royal Caribbean has unveiled two new restaurants and a Broadway musical set to debut on its latest Icon Class ship, Legend of the Seas.
Launching on its inaugural voyage on 11 July 2026, the ship will offer 28 dining venues and more than 20 bars, lounges and live music spots, spread across eight distinct “neighbourhoods”.
Entertainment highlights include the Broadway musical Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, making its debut at sea in the Royal Theatre, alongside new water and ice shows staged in the AquaDome and Absolute Zero, the largest ice arena at sea.
What’s new in dining
Dining debuts include the Hollywoodland Supper Club, a golden-age-of-Hollywood-inspired venue serving multiple courses with live jazz and cocktails, taking guests “through a journey of cinema”.
In addition, the Royal Railway – Legend Station is an immersive train car dining concept introduced on Utopia of the Seas that will offer passengers a five-course “expedition of flavours and history” along the Silk Routes using entertainment, food and technology.
Among Icon Class signatures, Legend of the Seas will also feature the AquaDome Market food hall with five new food stands and a juice and smoothie bar, plus classic favourites Chops Grille for premium steaks and Izumi Hibachi, serving fresh sushi and tableside teppanyaki.

Icon Class favourites return
The bar line up includes Lou’s with live jazz, Dueling Pianos for singalongs, and the 1400 Lobby Bar serving craft cocktails.
Family favourite attractions from Icon of the Seas and Star of the Seas will also return, including Category 6 – the largest waterpark at sea – the Crown’s Edge skywalk and zip line, the Lost Dunes mini golf course and the Adrenaline Peak rock-climbing wall.
Other Icon Class features include the Royal Promenade with floor to ceiling ocean views and Central Park, an open air neighbourhood home to more than 30,500 real plants, dining venues and live music.
The ship will offer seven pools, from Water’s Edge – the largest at sea – to the adults only Hideaway infinity pool, plus the Swim & Tonic swim up bar and 10 whirlpools.
For family stays, there’s the redesigned three storey Ultimate Family Townhouse.

Royal Caribbean CEO Michael Bayley said: “With Legend of the Seas, we are bringing to life our most legendary vacation yet as we continue to push the boundaries with more of what guests know and love.
“Those looking to get the most out of their vacation can have it all with Legend’s combination of adventure packed experiences and incredible destinations in Europe and the Caribbean.”
Discover the world’s best family holiday at sea. Visit royalcaribbean.ae/legend-of-the-seas to book your next adventure, or contact +971 4 331 4299 or [email protected] for assistance.