The maiden voyage of Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas, the world’s largest cruise ship, was marred by a tragic incident that occurred roughly 300 miles out of PortMiami. A passenger died after jumping overboard on Sunday morning as the ship departed Florida for its week-long Caribbean adventure. The man’s identity remains unknown, as reported by the New York Post.
The US Coast Guard was involved in the search and rescue efforts but the passenger was pronounced deceased after being brought back aboard the ship. Despite initial signs of life, the passenger did not survive his injuries. The incident was a devastating start to the Icon of the Seas’ maiden voyage, with guests onboard expressing shock and concern over the tragic events.
The Icon of the Seas is an impressive vessel, with a length of 1,200 feet and the capacity to accommodate over 10,000 people. The crew paused its journey for two hours while assisting in the search and rescue mission. Guests onboard shared videos of the rescue mission on social media, expressing their gratitude to the crew for their bravery and quick thinking in saving lives.
Despite this unfortunate event, guests continue to enjoy various amenities and entertainment options offered by Royal Caribbean’s new flagship vessel including a resort getaway, a beach escape, a theme park, and numerous dining and drinking options. Overall, guests have expressed their appreciation for Royal Caribbean’s efforts to address this tragedy promptly and effectively while continuing to provide exceptional service to all passengers on board.
