Icon of the Seas cruise ship at sunset in the Caribbean

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Icon of the Seas, planned around your family

Everything the kids and teens can do onboard, plus which restaurants come with your cruise fare and which ones cost a little extra.

Family laughing together on a cruise ship deck at sunset

The biggest ship at sea, built for families

Icon of the Seas is divided into neighborhoods, so the little ones, the teens and the grown-ups each get their own corner of the ship without anyone feeling far apart. The kids' areas sit right next to family dining and the pools, which makes drop-offs and pick-ups easy.

27

places to eat

13

included at no charge

7

pools onboard

For the kids

Supervised clubs by age group, a whole family neighborhood, and a waterpark that will wear them out by dinner.

Category 6 Waterpark

Category 6 Waterpark

Six waterslides, including the tallest drop slide at sea. No extra charge.

Surfside Neighborhood

Surfside Neighborhood

A whole neighborhood built for young families: splash pad, carousel, playground and family dining steps away.

Adventure Ocean

Adventure Ocean

Supervised, age-grouped programming during the day, so parents get a little breathing room.

6-36 monthsFee

Babies & Tots

Nursery care by the hour, with reservations. This one carries a fee and books up fast, so we reserve early.

3-5 yearsIncluded

Adventure Ocean Juniors

Crafts, themed play, games and lots of energy. Included during scheduled daytime hours.

6-12 yearsIncluded

Kids Club

Split into their own spaces for science projects, team challenges and organized games.

13-17 yearsIncluded

Social 020

Teens-only lounge where they come and go on their own schedule. Staff run icebreakers early in the week.

For the teens

Teens get their own space and a lot of freedom, with plenty to do that isn't a phone screen.

Social 020 Teen Lounge

Social 020 Teen Lounge

Their own hangout with games, music and friends they'll meet on day one.

Thrills On Deck

Thrills On Deck

Rock climbing, FlowRider surf simulator, the Crown's Edge skywalk and the Ultimate Abyss slide.

Shows Every Night

Shows Every Night

Aqua shows, ice skating, Broadway-style theater and comedy — all part of your fare.

Where you can eat for free

Thirteen restaurants and cafes are covered by your cruise fare. You could eat somewhere different every day and never pay extra.

The Dining Room

Included

Three-level main dining room, breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Windjammer Marketplace

Included

The big buffet — something for every picky eater.

Surfside Eatery

Included

Family buffet right in the kids' neighborhood.

Surfside Bites

Included

Quick grab-and-go snacks for little ones.

AquaDome Market

Included

Food hall with several counters, all included.

Pearl Cafe

Included

Sandwiches, pastries and sweets around the clock.

Sorrento's

Included

Pizza by the slice, late into the night.

El Loco Fresh

Included

Tacos, burritos and a salsa bar.

Park Cafe

Included

Salads, paninis and the famous roast beef sandwich.

Basecamp

Included

Casual bites up by the sports and thrill zone.

Sprinkles

Included

Soft-serve ice cream — kid magnet.

Coastal Kitchen

Included

Included for suite guests only.

The Grove

Included

Included for suite guests only.

Main dining room set for dinnerBuffet marketplace with fresh food stationsPoolside pizza and tacosKids with soft-serve ice cream cones

Where there's an extra charge

These are optional. Prices vary by venue and dining packages can bring the cost down, so ask me before you book any of them.

Chops Grille

Extra

Steakhouse.

Giovanni's Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar

Extra

Pasta, pizza and wine.

Izumi Hibachi & Sushi

Extra

Teppanyaki show and sushi.

Izumi in the Park

Extra

Sushi and Asian small plates.

Hooked Seafood

Extra

New England style seafood.

Empire Supper Club

Extra

Eight-course tasting menu with live jazz, adults only.

Celebration Table

Extra

Private group dining for birthdays and anniversaries.

Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade

Extra

Wings and burgers, plus paid arcade games.

Pier 7

Extra

Waterfront bar and bites.

Desserted

Extra

Dessert bar.

Sugar Beach

Extra

Candy shop and ice cream treats.

Starbucks

Extra

Not covered by drink packages.

Trellis Bar

Extra

Drinks and small plates.

Room Service

Extra

Delivery fee applies.

Steak dinner at an upscale onboard steakhouseSushi platter in front of a hibachi grill

The short version

In your cruise fare

  • All meals at the 13 complimentary restaurants and cafes
  • Water, basic coffee and tea, lemonade and iced tea
  • Adventure Ocean kids programming during scheduled daytime hours
  • Social 020 teen lounge
  • Waterpark, pools, whirlpools and the sports deck
  • Theater shows, aqua shows, ice shows, parades and live music
  • Rock climbing, FlowRider and most deck activities
  • Fitness center and daily activity programming

Costs extra

  • The 14 specialty restaurants and the dessert and candy shops
  • Soda, alcohol, specialty coffee and fresh juice (drink packages available)
  • Nursery care for babies and toddlers, and late-night kids club hours
  • Wi-Fi, spa treatments, shore excursions and the arcade
  • Gratuities, photos and laundry
  • Escape room and other ticketed experiences

Let's get your family booked

I'll match the sailing, the cabins and the dining plan to your family, and handle the reservations for the kids' programs and any specialty dinners you'd like.

Sandra Holton

Cruise Planners