MIAMI – December 13, 2023 The revolutionary Icon of the Seas, which will début in January 2024 on Royal Caribbean International, is slated to provide an iconic introduction to a new era of excursions. As announced by the largest cruise line in the world, Lionel Messi is the official Icon of Icon of the Seas. At an exclusive naming ceremony in Miami, the most decorated football player in history will be honored as the icon of a unique combination of every vacation.

Messi, who has and continues to amass an extensive collection of records over the course of his career, is widely acknowledged as the greatest player of all time. His accomplishments include eight Ballon d’Or victories and a TIME’s 2023 Athlete of the Year award for establishing a new era of football in the United States upon joining Royal Caribbean partner and new Leagues Cup champion Inter Miami CF. Icon has, by itself, been the occasion of record-breаking events. The announcement of the eagerly awaited vacation in October 2022 prompted the highest single-day booking volume and highest-volume booking week in the 53-year history of the cruise line. This confirmed that vacationers are more interested than ever before in a getaway that combines the best of every type of vacation—from the beach retreat to the resort escape to the theme park adventure. Icon offers an unprecedented experience for all types of families and adventurers, featuring six record-setting waterslides, seven pools, the inaugural neighborhood designed specifically for young families, and over 40 dining, drinking, and entertainment options, among other things. It is a place where they can create lasting memories together or independently, without making any concessions.

“I am honored and ecstatic to join the Royal Caribbean family in commemorating the arrival of the revolutionary Icon of the Seas,” said Lionel Messi, the Icon of Icon for Royal Caribbean International. “Icon surpasses all other options available for family vacations with its remarkable, never-before-seen features, which are all intended to create cherished memories together.”

Following the recent announcement of an unprecedented partnership between Royal Caribbean and Inter Miami CF in which the cruise line is the Club’s Main Partner and Official Vacation Partner, Messi assumed his new position. Royal Caribbean and Inter Miami CF, which are unified in their commitment to passion, leadership, and creating unforgettable experiences for fans and vacationers, will commemorate the advent of Icon with the forthcoming phase of their partnership, the specifics of which will be disclosed at a later time.

Michael Bayley, president and CEO of Royal Caribbean International, remarked, “Icon of the Seas is the culmination of more than 50 years of delivering memorable vacations, and it is poised to live up to its nаme in multiple ways when it revolutionizes the vacation industry in January 2024.” “The Icon of Icon must personify the capacity to alter the status quo and generate such a broad influence; Lionel Messi has demonstrated this for years in the sports world, and most recently by ushering in a new era of enthusiasm and enthusiasm for football in Miami and the United States.”

Messi will participate in the renowned naming ceremony for Icon in Miami in January 2024, as per an enduring maritime custom. The Icon of Icon shall bestow safekeeping upon the newly embarked vessel, its personnel, and the countless families who shall forge enduring memories afloat over the years.

Whether “family vacation” refers to a getaway as a couple, family, or group of friends, Icon’s all-encompassing inventory of firsts and next-level favorites across eight neighborhoods allows everyone to create memories in their own way every day. Every neighborhood serves as an independent destination, brimming with restaurants, nightclubs, live entertainment, and an abundance of other attractions.

In conclusion, the world’s finest vacations include sun-drenched locales that guests can explore throughout the year while aboard Icon. Every seven-night excursion departing from Miami to the Eastern or Western Caribbean focuses on island hopping. Guests will visit picturesque locations such as Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas; Philipsburg, St. Maarten; Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico; and Charlotte Amalie, St. Maarten. Moreover, they will experience an unparalleled blend of excitement and relaxation at Royal Caribbean’s renowned private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas. In addition, on January 2, 2024, the private island will unveil Hideaway Beach, its first adults-only sanctuary, which will provide an all-day experience featuring a private beach, pools, bars and eateries, exclusive cabanas, live music, and more.

For additional information and current developments regarding Icon, please visit www.RoyalCaribbean.com/Icon.

Royal Caribbean International Concerning

Royal Caribbean International, which is owned by Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL), has been providing maritime innovation for over five decades. Every subsequent generation of vessels is an achievement of architecture, outfitted with cutting-edge amenities and visitor experiences tailored to the needs of the modern, daring traveler. With 240 itineraries to 61 countries across six continents, the cruise line continues to revolutionize vacations. Among these destinations is Royal Caribbean’s private island destination in The Bahamas, Perfect Day at CocoCay, which is the inaugural member of the Perfect Day Island Collection. Additionally, Royal Caribbean has been named the “Best Cruise Line Overall” by Travel Weekly readers for twenty consecutive years.

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