Twelve Days of Travel: Cruise on The World’s Largest Ships— The Wonder and Icon of the Seas

Royal Caribbean Cruise Line knows how to hold records. For just a few short months, their newest Oasis Class ship, The Wonder of the Seas (whose inaugural sailing was earlier this year) will hold the title of “World’s Largest Cruise Ship.” That is, until it is dethroned in 2024 when the new world’s largest cruise ship— The Icon of the Seas— will take over that coveted title. (And if you wondered which ship was the largest before the Wonder— that would be Royal Caribbean’s Symphony of the Seas!)

For families looking for an absolutely epic adventure at sea, look no further than sailing on an Oasis class ship with Royal Caribbean. The Wonder of the Seas sets sail from Port Canaveral, Florida and sails on 6, 7, and 8 night eastern and western Caribbean routes, visiting ports such as Costa Maya, Cozumel, St. Maarten, St. Thomas, Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and of course, their private island, Perfect Day at Cocoa Cay.

What makes the Wonder of the Seas different than so many other cruises?

For one, there’s an unbelievable amount of activities for the whole family available on board. Looking to practice your surfing and body boarding skills? Test your skills on the famous “FlowRider” surf simulator. Enjoy three different waterslides on board with “The Perfect Storm” waterslide collection, or have fun playing one of the best mini-golf experiences at sea that you’ve ever encountered. The Wonder of the Seas also features an outdoor play center for kids called “Wonder Playscape” and the bravest of travelers can plunge ten stories above sea level down the tallest waterslide at sea— “The Perfect Storm.”

In addition to its thrilling onboard activities for kids and teens, the Wonder of the Seas also offers a wide variety of options just for adults. From panoramic views of the ocean at the Vue Bar, to Aqua Theatre shows, ice skating shows, and more, there’s something for everyone to enjoy on board— including 35 different bars, lounges, quick service, and specialty dining options for all kinds of taste preferences and cravings. Want to grab a Starbucks onboard before you head out on your excursion? They’ve got you covered— there is a literal Starbucks store on this ship. What about some sweet treats? Sugar Beach has got you covered.

I’ll be experiencing this gorgeous ship myself this weekend on a quick two night trip with my sister (the first time ever for us taking a sisters trip alone!) and I can’t wait to share more about everything it holds. We might just spend five minutes in each spot and still not get around to everything, but it’s going to be so much fun soaking it all in with a little R&R and exploration.

Perfect Day at Cocoa Cay

All Royal Caribbean Bahamian and Caribbean Cruises make a stop during their sailings at RCCL’s own private island: Perfect Day at Cocoa Cay. Perfect Day at Cocoa Cay offers such a wide variety of activities depending on your vacation preferences that there’s truly something for everyone— from private beachside cabanas to waterslides and zip lines, you will love all the options you have to enjoy at this cruise port stop. As Royal Caribbean says on their website, “This isn’t vacation days spent. This is bragging rights earned. Cruise to CocoCay to conquer the tallest waterslide in North America and snap a shot from up to 450 feet up in a helium balloon. Grab a drink at the swim-up bar and soak up the scene in the largest freshwater pool in the Bahamas. Or get a taste of Bora Bora with your own Overwater Cabana. Discover the magic of Perfect Day at CocoCay — only onboard Royal Caribbean® Cruises.”

Right now, you can get special pricing on a Wonder of the Seas sailing for 2023 - 2024, so contact me for a personalized quote! (Oh, and to be inspired by what’s coming in January 2024— available to book now— check out the video below of what you can expect from the Icon of the Seas when it debuts!)