Have you ever dreamed of going on a cruise vacation?
On Jan. 27, the world’s largest cruise ship, Icon of the Seas, set sail on its inaugural cruise. With the capacity to carry nearly 8,000 people, the 20-deck, 1,198-foot-long vessel is the size of a small city. There are eight “neighborhoods” packed with amenities that include a 55-foot waterfall, six water slides and more than 40 restaurants, bars and entertainment venues.
Does that sound enticing to you? What aspects of the Icon of the Seas sound most fun and appealing? Which, if any, sound less so?
Have you ever been on a cruise vacation with your family? Would you want to? What would your ideal cruise ship have on it, and why?
Tell us in the comments, then read the related article to learn more about the Icon of the Seas.
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