Cruise News: Five New Cruise Ships are Set to Grace the High Seas in 2025

Norwegian Cruise Line – Norwegian Aqua

Starting the list powerfully with the Norwegian Aqua, which has recently made her maiden voyage from Lisbon, Portugal to Southampton, England. The flagship of the expanded Prima Plus Class fleet embarked on the first journey of her five-part inaugural series, leading to her official christening in Miami, Florida. Aqua welcomed its first guests, totalling over 2,000 people – including some of our own LoveitBookit team – to experience the ship’s newest innovations and offerings.

Norwegian Aqua spans 1,056 feet long and weighs 156 gross tons, with a 10 percent increase in size and capacity from her predecessors, Norwegian Viva and Norwegian Prima. The next-generation vessel pioneers an array of industry-first and brand-exclusive features: the Aqua Slidecoaster, the world’s first hybrid rollercoaster and waterslide; Glow Court, a futuristic sports complex with an interactive LED floor; and the first-ever Three-Bedroom Duplex Suites in The Haven. Plus, with new dining venues and original productions, this ship is sure to delight! Learn more about what to expect on board the Norwegian Aqua here.

MSC Cruises – MSC World America

MSC Cruises introduces ‘‘A New World of Cruising’ with the MSC World America – a sister ship to MSC World Europa under the LNG-powered World Class fleet. Debuting in April 2025, MSC World America is set to kick off her cruise season from Miami to the Caribbean. This massive ship is specifically tailored to cater to the United States market, making it the largest MSC cruise ship in the region. Wonderfully blending elegant European design and American comfort, the ground-breaking vessel is where cultures unite to provide immersive and enriching experiences at sea!

MSC World America is certainly a destination in itself, with seven distinct districts which offer a variety of dining and entertainment venues – there’s something for every style and interest! One of the most notable districts is the MSC Yacht Club, a ship-within-a-ship private sanctuary, accessible via a key-card entry – complete with self-contained suites, exclusive dining venues and a dedicated concierge team. Adults can indulge in ultimate relaxation at Zen Area, families can have some fun at Family Aventura and Aqua Deck, and everyone can shop, dine and celebrate good times at Galleria, The Promenade and The Terraces. 

Royal Caribbean International – Star of the Seas

The highly-anticipated Royal Caribbean Star of the Seas is the second ship in the cruise line’s Icon Class fleet. Nearly identical to her game-changing sister ship Icon of the Seas, the brand-new Star of the Seas boasts the largest waterpark at sea, over 40 dining venues and bars, plus the biggest ice-skating arena in the fleet. She is scheduled to enter service in the summer of 2025, with 7-night sailings from Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida to some of the most sought-after destinations in the Caribbean, including the Royal Caribbean International’s private island – Perfect Day at Cococay in the Bahamas.

Non-stop rip-roaring adventures await on board the Star of the Seas, perfect for the bravest holiday-makers seeking for larger-than-life thrills and bolder experiences! From the six record-breaking slides at Category 6 to the exhilarating combination of skyway, ropes course and a controlled free fall, all whilst dangling 154 feet above the ocean, at Crown’s Edge – this action-packed vessel truly takes cruise experiences to new heights! And when guests are not chasing after adrenaline rush, they can retreat to the shimmering AquaDome and be wowed by superhuman stunt-filled performances, or simply unwind and watch the world go by at The Hideaway – the first suspended infinity pool at sea!

Princess Cruises – Star Princess

Shining brighter than the supernova, Star Princess is the newest addition to the Sphere Class fleet of Princess Cruises next to the Sun Princess. This majestic LNG-fueled ship is expected to hit the waves in September 2025, with the same luxury offerings on board the class-leader Sun, plus a fresh slate of upgraded features and unique amenities to make a truly unparalleled cruise escape! She will commence her maiden voyage in the Mediterranean, followed by sailings in the Caribbean before repositioning to Alaska in the spring of 2026.

Whilst Star Princess is affectionately dubbed the ‘stunning replica’ of her elder sister Sun Princess, there are a few differences and enhancements to ensure each ship has its own distinct character and appeal. Star Princess is premiering a designated non-smoking area in the casino, expanded dining venues for O’Malley’s Irish Pub and Love by Britto, and a new SkyDeck sports court and track. Along with these exciting, novel additions, guests can continue enjoying some Sphere Class favourites on board, including The Dome, the first geodesic dome at sea, and a grand, glass-enclosed Piazza that dazzles with endless sunshine and ocean views! 

Celebrity Cruises – Celebrity Xcel

Celebrity Xcel is the fifth and final ship in the Edge Class series of the Celebrity Cruises, sailing out of Fort Lauderdale this November to explore Europe and beyond! Celebrity Cruises is launching the new Xcel ‘Dream Makers’ programme, allowing anyone to join and be part of creating the next-generation Celebrity ship, plus a chance to experience the ship personally! As one of the most indulgent ships at sea, this cutting-edge vessel will include all of Edge’s greatest hits, with entirely new experiences and amenities that will truly live up to its name – Xcel.

Aiming to erase the line between the sea and shore, Celebrity Xcel will debut The Bazaar – a multi-level, multi-sensory, space that brings the world to guests by offering immersive, destination-inspired entertainment and dining experiences. With the Edge’s carefully curated staterooms, featuring its signature infinite verandas, guests will feel closer to the sea than ever before! Xcel pushes the limits of imagination with more new experiences yet to be unveiled as of writing, which perfectly blend with the classic Edge series highlights, such as the Magic Carpet that soars over the open ocean, the majestic Grand Plaza at the heart of the ship, and The Theatre that showcases unparalleled entertainment!

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