Royal Caribbean and godmother Kellie Gerardi hosted a naming celebration for the new Star of the Seas in Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida.
*All details correct at time of publish (22 August 2025)
Royal Caribbean crew members, executives, loyal guests, and more gathered together in Star’s iconic AquaTheatre as research astronaut and payload specialist Kellie Gerardi bestowed safekeeping onto the ship.
Kellie Gerardi, Godmother of Star of the Seas, said:
“I’m honoured to celebrate Royal Caribbean’s new Star of the Seas in such a beautiful naming ceremony as godmother – a tradition that is close to my heart and a spirit that spans both sea and space,”
“A vacation on Star is the perfect combination of two of my biggest passions in life, a spirit of exploration and quality time with family, and I can’t wait for this journey to begin.”
The cruise line said the naming ceremony marked a celebratory milestone in which Royal Caribbean officially named the ship and honoured the achievements of thousands who brought Star to life.
Star will now set sail with its first guests, who will experience the record-setting Icon Class lineup that combines the best of every getaway and create their ideal holiday at Royal Caribbean’s top-rated exclusive destination, Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas.
Jason Liberty, President and CEO, Royal Caribbean Group, said:
“Star of the Seas represents the next bold step in our journey to reimagine vacations.
“It brings together the best of our innovation, signature experiences, and the most sought-after destinations into one unforgettable vacation.
“With Star, we’re not just launching a ship, we’re advancing our mission to create the world’s best vacations responsibly for guests of all ages.”
Across eight neighbourhoods that are destinations in and of themselves, adventurers can find next-level experiences for everyone, day and night.
This includes adrenaline-pumping thrills at Category 6 waterpark and the Crown’s Edge experience at 154 feet above the ocean, and unrivalled ways to chill with seven pools, including a suspended infinity pool at sea.
The game-changing experiences also include the stay-and-play-all-day Surfside neighbourhood designed for families with young kids, more than 40 ways to dine and drink.
Jaw-dropping entertainment includes the cult classic hit “Back to the Future: The Musical” and marquee performances across air, ice, water and theatre – and more.
Michael Bayley, President and CEO, Royal Caribbean, said:
“Here we are introducing the boldest family vacation ever! Star of the Seas delivers everything families want in a vacation with more adventure and more ways to make unforgettable memories together.
“We’ve created the world’s best vacation for all ages yet again, and it’s truly a magical moment to celebrate that with our Royal Caribbean family who made it all possible.”
Star will deliver bold 7-night adventures from its home in Port Canaveral (Orlando), visiting bucket-list destinations in the Eastern and Western Caribbean, including Perfect Day at CocoCay.
Royal Caribbean has even more standout experiences in store over the next three years across an expanding lineup of destinations!
This includes the ultimate beach day at Royal Beach Club Paradise Island, opening in December 2025 and Royal Beach Club Cozumel in 2026, along with the next game-changing adventure in vacations, Perfect Day Mexico in fall 2027.
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