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Royal Caribbean (NYSE:RCL) celebrated the naming ceremony of its newest Icon Class ship, Star of the Seas, at Port Canaveral, Florida. Research astronaut Kellie Gerardi was named the ship's godmother, marking a significant milestone for the cruise line's expansion.

The ship features eight distinct neighborhoods offering various attractions including the Category 6 waterpark, Crown's Edge experience at 154 feet above the ocean, seven pools including a suspended infinity pool, and the family-focused Surfside neighborhood. The vessel offers over 40 dining and drinking venues and entertainment options including "Back to the Future: The Musical".

Star of the Seas will operate 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises from Port Canaveral, including stops at Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas. This launch aligns with Royal Caribbean's expansion plans, which include upcoming Royal Beach Clubs in Paradise Island (December 2025) and Cozumel (2026), and Perfect Day Mexico in fall 2027.

Celebrity Cruises (NYSE:RCL) has announced the launch of Priority Booking Access for its new Celebrity River Cruises venture, starting September 3, 2025. Guests can secure their spot for 2027 inaugural sailings on the Danube and Rhine rivers with a fully refundable $500 deposit.

The new river cruise experience will feature ships inspired by Celebrity's Edge Series design, offering all-inclusive fares covering meals, drinks, Wi-Fi, onboard experiences, and daily shore excursions. The company will also offer optional pre- or post-cruise stays in Prague and Budapest when bookings open in 2026.

Royal Caribbean's Silversea (NYSE:RCL) has appointed Gianluca Sparacino as its new Global Head of Food and Beverage, effective August 18, 2025. Sparacino, with over 35 years of hospitality experience, joins from Four Seasons Resorts where he served as Vice President of Food and Beverage for Americas.

The appointment strengthens Silversea's culinary leadership team, which recently welcomed Anthony Maubossin as Director of Culinary Operations & Innovation and Jordan Bernstein as Director of Food and Beverage Operations. Sparacino will report to Michael McCarthy, Vice President of Operations, and focus on elevating the cruise line's award-winning gastronomic programs, including its signature S.A.L.T. (Sea and Land Taste) program.

Silversea, a Royal Caribbean (NYSE:RCL) luxury expedition brand, has revealed details of its new hotel, The Cormorant at 55 South, opening in January 2026 in Puerto Williams, Chile. The property will enhance the guest experience for Antarctica Fly Cruise sailings by offering immersive outdoor activities and wildlife encounters in Tierra del Fuego.

The hotel will feature guided excursions including birdwatching, kayaking in the Beagle Channel, and hiking in the Fuegian Archipelago. Starting in the 2025-2026 Antarctica season, guests will benefit from exclusive direct charter flights from Santiago to Puerto Williams, with upgraded amenities and increased comfort.

The initiative aims to transform the Antarctica journey through Silversea's innovative six-day Antarctica Fly Cruise Expeditions, which allows guests to fly over the Drake Passage while maintaining extensive time in Antarctica with expert-led expeditions.

Royal Caribbean's Celebrity Cruises (NYSE:RCL) has unveiled its 2027-2028 cruise itineraries, featuring more than 175 sailings across Europe, Alaska, Hawaii, Australia, Japan, Canada, and New England. The expansion includes over 180 destinations with the Edge Series ships leading operations in key markets.

Highlights include Celebrity Xcel's second European season, featuring extensive Mediterranean coverage, and more than 60 overnight stays across various destinations. The itineraries feature over 115 port days of 12+ hours duration, Celebrity Edge's extended Alaska season, and overnight stays in four major Japanese cities. The company is significantly expanding its presence in Europe with seven ships operating across 90 destinations in 25 countries.

Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) reported strong Q2 2025 results with EPS of $4.41 and Adjusted EPS of $4.38, exceeding guidance due to robust demand and lower costs. The company increased its full-year 2025 Adjusted EPS guidance to $15.41-$15.55, representing approximately 31% year-over-year growth.

Key Q2 metrics include total revenues of $4.5 billion, Net Income of $1.2 billion, and Adjusted EBITDA of $1.9 billion. Load factor reached 110%, with Net Yields up 5.3% as-reported. The company served 2.3 million guests, a 10% increase year-over-year.

Looking ahead, RCL expects Q3 2025 Adjusted EPS of $5.55-$5.65, with capacity increasing by 2.9% and Net Yields projected to grow 2.3-2.8% as-reported.

Royal Caribbean (NYSE:RCL) has officially taken delivery of Star of the Seas, its latest Icon Class ship, from Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland. The vessel will debut in August 2025 at Port Canaveral, Florida, offering 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean adventures.

The ship features eight distinct neighborhoods including Thrill Island with the largest waterpark at sea, Chill Island with the largest pool at sea, and the AquaDome featuring high-diving shows. Notable amenities include a suspended infinity pool, four pools, and over 40 dining and entertainment venues.

Star of the Seas represents Royal Caribbean's third LNG-powered vessel, advancing the company's environmental goals toward achieving a net-zero cruise ship by 2035. The company also announced upcoming destinations including Royal Beach Club Paradise Island (December 2025), Royal Beach Club Cozumel (2026), and Perfect Day Mexico (fall 2027).

Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) has announced its upcoming second quarter 2025 financial results conference call, scheduled for Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. Investors can access the call through a simultaneous webcast on the company's investor relations website at rclinvestor.com. For those unable to attend the live call, a replay will be available on the same website for 30 days following the event.

Celebrity Cruises (NYSE:RCL) has unveiled four new innovative spaces aboard their latest ship, Celebrity Xcel. The new venues include the enhanced Celebrity Pool Club featuring pool valet service and VIP cabanas, the adults-only Attic at The Club arcade lounge, an expanded spa with the first-ever Hydra Room and Vitamin D Deck, and Celebrity's first-ever Flagship store offering customizable merchandise.

The ship will begin its inaugural season from Fort Lauderdale in November 2025, offering 7-night Caribbean itineraries. In Summer 2026, Celebrity Xcel will transition to the Mediterranean, operating 7-to-11-night journeys from Barcelona and Athens.