Royal Caribbean has announced the cancellation of all port stops at its private destination, Labadee, in Haiti until the end of October 2025. This decision affects five of its cruise ships that were scheduled to visit Labadee over the next three months. The cruise line stated the move is a precaution amid ongoing concerns regarding the situation in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
Guests on the Freedom of the Seas will now visit Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos instead of Labadee. The itinerary for Oasis of the Seas will vary for each specific cruise, with new stops including Nassau, St. Kitts, and Costa Maya. Additionally, on certain sailings, the ship will replace its Falmouth stop with either Cozumel or Roatan. Passengers on Adventures of the Seas will also see their Labadee stop switched to Nassau, Grand Cayman, or Grand Turk.
Travel agents are advised to notify those affected about the itinerary changes.
Labadee is one of Royal Caribbean’s two private destinations. However, the cruise line is actively expanding its offerings in the Caribbean and The Bahamas with the construction of new private ports, including Perfect Day Mexico, Lelepa, and two Royal Beach Clubs located in Nassau and Cozumel. This development signifies a positive step towards enhancing the travel experience for passengers while addressing current safety concerns.
Overall, while the situation may be disappointing for some travelers, the temporary changes present new opportunities to explore a variety of ports in the Caribbean, ensuring a memorable cruise experience.