Royal Caribbean could have kept it simple. The cruise line operator delivered a better-than-expected fourth-quarter report and roughly in-line guidance, and its stock gained 12% following the results.

Two of Royal Caribbean's newest ships both promise big thrills and nonstop memory-making. But from vibe to voyage length, Utopia of the Seas and Icon of the Seas offer different vacation experiences.

With two Icon-class ships on the way, Royal Caribbean is sharing an inside look at how its cruise ships are designed and built.

A new passenger tax goes into effect on July 1 as the government negotiates with Royal Caribbean and other companies.

If you're trying to choose between Utopia of the Seas and Icon of the Seas for your next Royal Caribbean cruise, good luck. These two megaships are the line's newest, biggest floating playgrounds.