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Royal Caribbean Skips Haiti Private Destination Amid Violence
17 Jul
Summary
- Royal Caribbean will avoid Haiti's Labadee through mid-2027.
- Ongoing violence and safety concerns are the primary reasons.
- The US State Department advises against travel to Haiti.
Royal Caribbean Group has announced an extension of its pause on visits to Labadee, its private destination in Haiti. Ships will continue to bypass the Haitian port through mid-2027, a decision driven by persistent safety concerns. The cruise line had previously suspended calls through December 2026.
Escalating gang violence in Haiti has led to a state of emergency and a Level 4 travel advisory from the U.S. State Department. The advisory strongly recommends against travel to the country due to risks of crime, kidnapping, and limited healthcare. Royal Caribbean emphasized that this difficult decision was made with the utmost consideration for the safety and well-being of its guests and crew members.
The company is actively supporting its Labadee team members, informing them of the situation, and exploring alternative employment opportunities for them. Royal Caribbean last made a call at Labadee in the first quarter of 2025.
