Royal Caribbean Extends Labadee Suspension Through Mid-2027
Royal Caribbean has canceled all scheduled visits to its private destination of Labadee through mid-2027, according to a report by Fox News Digital.
The move extends the cruise line’s suspension of calls to the Haitian destination, which had already been removed from itineraries through the end of 2026. Located on Haiti’s northern coast near Cap-Haïtien, Labadee was first dropped from Royal Caribbean’s schedules in 2025 because of ongoing safety and security concerns.
As we continue to evaluate conditions in Haiti and our ability to deliver the best vacations responsibly, we have decided to extend the suspension of ship calls to Labadee through June 2027,” a company spokesperson told Fox News Digital.
“This decision was made with the safety and well-being of our guests and crew members in mind,” the spokesperson added, noting that affected passengers are being contacted directly about the itinerary changes.
Royal Caribbean also said it remains committed to its employees in Labadee and is working to ensure “they feel informed and supported.”
“We have identified positions across our fleets and destinations to place team members during this pause,” the spokesperson explained.
The cruise line also emphasized its long-standing relationship with the local community, saying its ties to Labadee “extend far beyond” cruise operations.
“We remain proud of the long-standing investments we have made in the region,” the spokesperson added to Fox News Digital. “We continue to support local communities through ongoing humanitarian efforts, including monthly food donations.”
Labadee has served as Royal Caribbean’s private destination since the 1980s, with the most recent major upgrades completed in 2009. The resort features private beaches along with attractions such as a flea market, a roller coaster and a zip line.
According to reports from passengers, canceled Labadee visits have been replaced with alternative ports of call including Nassau, Grand Cayman and Cozumel.