World's Largest Cruise Ship Legend of the Seas Floats in Finland

Royal Caribbean's new cruise ship, Legend of the Seas, floated on water for the first time at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland, marking a major milestone ahead of its planned summer 2026 debut. Weighing over 250,000 gross tons and spanning 18 decks, the vessel features numerous amenities including seven pools, a Category 6 waterpark, a skywalk-rope course thrill ride called Crown's Edge, and more than 40 dining and drinking options. It can accommodate up to 7,600 passengers and is fueled by liquefied natural gas (LNG), reflecting Royal Caribbean's commitment to building a net-zero cruise ship by 2035. The ship will initially sail in Europe before heading to the Caribbean, continuing the Icon Class lineage alongside sister ships Icon of the Seas and Star of the Seas. In a similar industry event, Disney Cruise Line's newest ship, Disney Destiny, also reached its float-out milestone in Germany, with a Marvel-themed design and LNG power, set to begin sailing from Miami in November 2025. These developments highlight significant advancements in cruise ship design, size, and environmental technology.