Royal Caribbean's Hero of the Seas Introduces the Next Evolution of Family Vacation Experiences

Introducing the hero of family vacations: Royal Caribbean has revealed Hero of the Seas, the fourth Icon Class ship and bold evolution of family adventure arriving in Miami in August 2027. As part of the game-changing Icon Class that combines beach retreats, resort escapes and theme park thrills, Hero will raise the bar with more records and iconic ways for families to make lifelong memories.

Hero’s eight neighborhoods will be home to:

• The most pools at sea
• A record-breaking 28 dining venues and cooking classes for all ages
• Brand-new family raft slides
• New accommodations for multigenerational families, including the three-story Ultimate Family Treehouse

Vacations on Hero will soon open on Royal Caribbean’s website, with Crown & Anchor Society loyalty members able to book starting Wednesday, April 1, ahead of the official opening on Thursday, April 2.

“Icon Class truly set a new standard for family vacations, and Hero of the Seas takes that vision even further,” said Michael Bayley, president and CEO, Royal Caribbean. “With more water, more thrills and more choices for all ages, we’re continuing to build on what our guests love about Royal Caribbean and delivering the experiences families are looking for when vacationing together.”

More Ways to Splash

• Nine distinct pools, including family-friendly areas, a Caribbean-inspired pool and three adults-only options
• The largest swim-up bars at sea
• Coconut Cove, a new pool near The Lime and Coconut bar with in-water loungers
• The Hideaway adults-only oasis with two pools and an in-water DJ booth
• Expanded Swim & Tonic pool and new features at Splashaway Bay for kids

More Adventure

• Category 6 waterpark with new family raft slides and the first funnel raft slide at sea
• Crown’s Edge skywalk and zip line experience 154 feet above the ocean
• FlowRider surf simulator
• Adrenaline Peak climbing wall, mini-golf and sports courts

More Dining

• 28 dining spots with global flavors and immersive experiences
• Orleans Parish Supper Club with live jazz and Cajun-Creole cuisine
• Royal Railway immersive train dining experience
• Cooking classes for all ages in Surfside
• AquaDome Market food hall with new concepts
• Favorites like Izumi, Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen, Chops Grille, Hooked Seafood, Basecamp, El Loco Fresh and Sorrento’s

More Family Stays

• Ultimate Family Treehouse with three levels, rooftop terrace and private whirlpool
• Ultimate Family Townhouse and Surfside Family Suites
• Royal Loft Suites and Icon Loft Suites with ocean views
• Interior Plus and Sunset Suites for comfortable stays

Hero will also feature returning Icon Class highlights like the Royal Promenade, Central Park with over 30,500 real plants, and signature entertainment venues including the Royal Theater, AquaTheater and Absolute Zero ice arena.

The ship will offer 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries from Miami, visiting Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas. Destinations include Roatan, Cozumel, Costa Maya, Philipsburg and St. Thomas.