Star of the Seas - 8/16/2026
The August 16, 2026 cruise on the Star of the Seas departs from Port Canaveral, Florida. On this 7 Night Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Star of the Seas sets sail on Sunday, Aug 16th and returns on Sunday, Aug 23rd.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Star of the Seas cruise ship departing August 16, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,570 ($225 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,822 ($261 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 14%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Star of the Seas - August 16, 2026 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aug 16th | Port Canaveral, Florida |
| 2 | Aug 17th | Perfect Day At Coco Cay, Bahamas |
| 3 | Aug 18th | At Sea |
| 4 | Aug 19th | Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas |
| 5 | Aug 20th | Basseterre, St. Kitts |
| 6 | Aug 21st | At Sea |
| 7 | Aug 22nd | At Sea |
| 8 | Aug 23rd | Port Canaveral, Florida |
The Star of the Seas sails on August 16, 2026 for a 7 Night Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day (Port Canaveral Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Port Canaveral, Florida at 4:30 PM and will return to the port of Port Canaveral, Florida on Aug 23rd at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Star of the Seas will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
Based on my comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.
Cruise Ship
Star of the Seas
STAR OF THE SEAS SIZE
The Star of the Seas has a construction date of 2025 and a total size of 250,800 gross tons. The ship measures 1,198 feet (365 meters) in length. Star of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Icon Class. At full capacity, the Star of the Seas holds 9,950 passengers. That includes 7,600 cruise vacationers and 2,350 staff members. The Star of the Seas total number of staterooms is 2,813.
Star of the Seas Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:250,800 GT
- Length:1,198 ft (365 m)
- Beam:154 ft (47 m)
- Draft:31 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2025
- Years Served:2025 - Present
- Capacity:7,600
- Crew Members:2,350
- Total on Board:9,950
- Total Staterooms:2,813
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:1,880 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Star of the Seas age and stats vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Star of the Seas Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
Port Canaveral, Florida, offers docking at Port Canaveral. Travelers explore Kennedy Space Center and Cocoa Beach. Excursions include airboat rides in Merritt Island. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures space shuttles and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like space-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover NASA history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance space center walks. Port Canaveral’s modern charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of space exploration and scenic coasts, making Port Canaveral an engaging destination. (126 words)
Perfect Day at CocoCay, Bahamas (Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Thrill Waterpark and Chill Island. Excursions include jet skiing and snorkeling. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures water slides and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. CocoCay’s resort allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of thrilling activities and serene beaches, making CocoCay an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, offers docking at Havensight Port. Travelers explore Blackbeard’s Castle and Magens Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at Coki Beach. Local markets sell callaloo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pirate history and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes fungi, a Virgin Islands favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Charlotte Amalie’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and cultural landmarks, making St. Thomas an engaging destination. (126 words)
Basseterre, St. Kitts, offers docking at Port Zante. Travelers explore Brimstone Hill Fortress and Romney Manor. Excursions include snorkeling at Shitten Bay. Local markets sell johnnycakes. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes goat water, a St. Kitts favorite. Souvenirs, like batik crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Basseterre’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO fortresses and scenic beaches, making Basseterre an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Port Canaveral, Florida, offers docking at Port Canaveral. Travelers explore Kennedy Space Center and Cocoa Beach. Excursions include airboat rides in Merritt Island. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures space shuttles and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like space-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover NASA history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance space center walks. Port Canaveral’s modern charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of space exploration and scenic coasts, making Port Canaveral an engaging destination. (126 words)