26th Dec 2026 | 8 nights | Royal Caribbean International | Legend of the Seas
Relax and enjoy the facilities and entertainment onboard your ship. If the weather is good take some sun and sunbathe on the pool deck. Otherwise explore below deck the wide range of activities that will be available during the day. Perhaps you prefer to find a quiet spot and catch up on your reading.
Relax and enjoy the facilities and entertainment onboard your ship. If the weather is good take some sun and sunbathe on the pool deck. Otherwise explore below deck the wide range of activities that will be available during the day. Perhaps you prefer to find a quiet spot and catch up on your reading.
Aruba is located in the Southern Caribbean, and represents the first letter of the ABC island chain (which includes Bonaire and Curacao), and is the richest and most developed of the three, with chain hotels and high-end stores. Cruise ships dock in the city of Oranjestad. The island is a surprising mix of soft, white-sand beaches and desert (the aloe plant thrives here and aloe vera is one of the island's biggest exports); Dutch heritage and influences from nearby Venezuela. The official language is Papiamento, an intriguing blend of Dutch, English, Spanish and creole, but most islanders are multilingual (including English). The currency is the Aruban florin, but most shops and restaurants will accept the U.S. dollar. Cruisers visiting Aruba will want to set out for the shoreline, visiting famous stretches of sand like Eagle Beach or Baby Beach. If time in port allows, be sure to book a sunset cruise shore excursion when the Aruban sky puts on a fiery show. Other popular excursions include an island tour, a trip beneath the Caribbean Sea in a submarine or a visit to an ostrich farm. The weather is ideal in Aruba, which means that a daily average of 82 degrees Fahrenheit is kept comfortable by the trade winds that blow through, along with little rainfall. It's rare for hurricanes to reach this part of the Caribbean, which means that while it's pleasant to visit year-round, it can also withstand the hurricane season months of May through October.
Aruba is located in the Southern Caribbean, and represents the first letter of the ABC island chain (which includes Bonaire and Curacao), and is the richest and most developed of the three, with chain hotels and high-end stores. Cruise ships dock in the city of Oranjestad. The island is a surprising mix of soft, white-sand beaches and desert (the aloe plant thrives here and aloe vera is one of the island's biggest exports); Dutch heritage and influences from nearby Venezuela. The official language is Papiamento, an intriguing blend of Dutch, English, Spanish and creole, but most islanders are multilingual (including English). The currency is the Aruban florin, but most shops and restaurants will accept the U.S. dollar. Cruisers visiting Aruba will want to set out for the shoreline, visiting famous stretches of sand like Eagle Beach or Baby Beach. If time in port allows, be sure to book a sunset cruise shore excursion when the Aruban sky puts on a fiery show. Other popular excursions include an island tour, a trip beneath the Caribbean Sea in a submarine or a visit to an ostrich farm. The weather is ideal in Aruba, which means that a daily average of 82 degrees Fahrenheit is kept comfortable by the trade winds that blow through, along with little rainfall. It's rare for hurricanes to reach this part of the Caribbean, which means that while it's pleasant to visit year-round, it can also withstand the hurricane season months of May through October.
Relax and enjoy the facilities and entertainment onboard your ship. If the weather is good take some sun and sunbathe on the pool deck. Otherwise explore below deck the wide range of activities that will be available during the day. Perhaps you prefer to find a quiet spot and catch up on your reading.
Perfect Day at CocoCay is a private destination exclusively for Royal Caribbean guests. You’ll find endless ways to chill out and enjoy beautiful beaches and pristine water, plus thrilling experiences like the incredible Thrill Water Park, ziplining and every water sport you can imagine.
Step aboard Legend of the Seas, the newest ship in Royal Caribbean’s Icon Class, and discover an incredible choice of experiences across eight distinct neighbourhoods. You’ll find a mix of lively social spaces, relaxed retreats and innovative areas designed to make the most of your time on board. With 28 dining options, expansive outdoor spaces and experiences ranging from family-friendly fun to sophisticated evenings, Legend brings together the best of Royal Caribbean’s Icon Class in one impressive ship.
You’ll have plenty to keep you entertained on Legend of the Seas, whether you’re looking for thrills, relaxation or something the whole family can enjoy. Take on the Crown’s Edge aerial adventure, race down the Category 6 waterpark slides or enjoy the FlowRider surf simulator and mini golf. For a more relaxed day, you can unwind at Cove Pool or enjoy the adults-only Cloud 17, while the ship’s eight neighbourhoods provide even more spaces to explore. Evenings bring new entertainment including Broadway’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, live music and the immersive AquaTheater.
Dining aboard Legend of the Seas gives you an impressive 28 options, ranging from casual bites to more sophisticated dining experiences. You can travel through flavours at Royal Railway – Legend Station, where the immersive dining experience takes inspiration from the historic Silk Routes, or enjoy a glamorous evening at Hollywoodland Supper Club. Alongside these new venues, you’ll find Royal Caribbean favourites and a variety of complimentary and speciality restaurants, giving you plenty of choice throughout your time on board.
Your accommodation on Legend of the Seas gives you a wide choice of ways to relax between adventures, from comfortable Interior and Ocean View staterooms to Balcony cabins and spacious suites. You’ll also find accommodation designed with families in mind, alongside Royal Caribbean’s elevated suite experiences for those seeking more space and exclusive benefits. With Legend designed around Royal Caribbean’s latest Icon Class concept, you can choose a room that suits the way you want to experience this spectacular new ship.
Groups, couples and families who like (very) big ships with a vast amount of entertainment, day and night
Those who are after a quiet, intimate, small-ship experience; gourmands; couples avoiding kids
For the most part, Royal Caribbean ships that sail from the United States attract a wide variety of North American passengers, mostly between the ages of 30 and 55 on the seven-night and shorter cruises, and 50 and over on cruises longer than seven nights. Seven-night and shorter cruises are also popular with families, especially during American school vacation periods, when the ships will often be at filled at well past double capacity and carrying more than a thousand kids. Cruises from the U.K. -- as well as Mediterranean, Asia and Australia cruises -- attract a significant number of locals from each area, as well as Royal Caribbean's usual North Americans.
Royal Caribbean's dress code is casual during the day; at night there's either casual, smart-casual or formal dress code depending on the schedule. Casual attire includes jeans and collared shirts for men and sundresses or pants with blouses for women; smart-casual means collared shirts, dresses, skirts and blouses, or pantsuits; and on formal nights, suits and ties, tuxedos, cocktail dresses or evening gowns are expected. If you want to avoid dressing up altogether on any night, the extensive Windjammer Café is always casual dress. Caps, tank tops and bathing suits are never allowed in the main dining room or specialty restaurants; shorts are not permitted during dinner and footwear is always required.
No. Royal Caribbean ships really vary in terms of complimentary dining, with the main dining room and huge Windjammer Café as constants. Coffee, tea, milk, lemonade and a few other beverages are available without cost at all times, as well. Most specialty restaurants carry an additional charge, but there are options that are free, including pizza, the Boardwalk Dog House, the Park Café (on select ships) and more, depending on the ship. Ice cream, scooped at mealtimes and from machines in between (apart from Ben & Jerry's) is also free. Other dining choices with additional cost run the gamut from Asian to a steakhouse, deli and Mexican and Italian restaurants. Room service carries a $7.95 cost per order, with the exception of Continental breakfast.
The main pool areas are a magnet onboard any Royal Caribbean ship, as is the peaceful adults-only Solarium. Cruisers line up for the most adrenaline-pumping activities, whether to surf the FlowRider or try out new experiences from simulated skydiving and ice skating to bumper cars and escape rooms. Broadway shows (on the ships that have them) are also quite popular and fill up any night they're on offer. Equally as in demand are the high-flying and diving acrobatics of the AquaTheater and the ice-skating shows on the Freedom- and Voyager-class ships.
Cruising in December is a real treat. Cruise lines go to great effort to decorate their ships and infuse the spirit of the festive season throughout with special menus at the restaurants and bars, lavish decorations, and themed entertainment. In addition, many of the destinations you visit will feature annual events, be they local markets, traditional entertainment, and more.
Upgrade your Christmas and book a cruise over the 'big day' and you're in for a real treat. We have been informed that Santa does still manage to make his way to cruise ships all over the world, and you can wake up on Christmas morning without any of the stresses that often accompany the day. Let's also not forget New Year, where you can enjoy the ultimate party, but with none of the 'morning after' cleaning up. Cruise lines routinely schedule their ships to be in ports famous for their incredible New Year fireworks displays so you'll head into the new year with a bang!
A Christmas cruise is a great way to 'get away' from the hubbub of Christmas at home; cruise ships offer options for all travellers, so whether you're filled with festive cheer or prefer to treat it like a regular day, you'll have the perfect time onboard.
