Maiden Voyage of Newest Royal Caribbean Ship ~Utopia of the Seas~ Hosted by Port Canaveral

Almost 800 people lined the shoreline at Port Canaveral’s Jetty Park on July 19 to bid “Bon Voyage” to Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas as she embarked on her first revenue sailing from Port Canaveral.

“The World’s Biggest Wave Out” party was hosted by the Port for the local community, campground guests and beachgoers to enjoy festive, family-fun afternoon with a DJ, bubble machine, fun giveaways, and homemade ice cream and hot dogs provided by local vendors.

The cruise ship departure delighted the multitude of park guests with a special parade of ships that included Carnival Cruise Line’s Glory, Royal Caribbean’s Adventure of the Seas, and Disney Cruise Line’s Wish.

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Cover photo: Royal Caribbean Utopia of the Seas, credit Royal Caribbean

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