Royal Caribbean takes delivery of Legend of the Seas

Royal Caribbean has officially welcomed Legend of the Seas to its fleet ahead of the vessel’s debut in the Mediterranean in July 2026.

Built by Meyer Turku in Finland, the ship was officially handed over to Royal Caribbean following nearly two years of construction. The delivery ceremony was attended by executives from Royal Caribbean Group and Meyer Turku, as well as crew members and project partners.

Legend of the Seas will debut in the Mediterranean this July, operating seven-night cruises from Barcelona and Rome (Civitavecchia). In November, the ship will reposition to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, for six-night Western Caribbean and eight-night Southern Caribbean itineraries, with calls at Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas.

The vessel will feature eight neighbourhoods, 28 dining venues, seven pools and a range of entertainment, recreation and accommodation options. New concepts include the Hollywoodland Supper Club, Royal Railway – Legend Station and AquaDome Market.

Family-focused attractions include Splashaway Bay, Baby Bay and the three-storey Ultimate Family Townhouse, while thrill-seeking guests will have access to attractions such as Crown’s Edge, Category 6 waterpark, FlowRider and Adrenaline Peak.

Legend of the Seas is Royal Caribbean’s fourth liquefied natural gas-powered ship and incorporates environmental technologies including waste heat recovery systems and shore power connectivity.

The delivery forms part of Royal Caribbean Group’s long-term shipbuilding agreement with Meyer Turku, which secures construction capacity through 2036 and includes future Icon Class vessels scheduled for delivery between 2028 and 2030.