Royal Caribbean has dropped planned U.S. sailings and transferred 77,668 berth-days to Asia while preserving overall capacity unchanged. The liner Navigator of the Seas will navigate year-round from Singapore starting October 2026. These operational changes follow a bond deal and record fuel costs.
In a separate occurrence, a passenger reported a scuba equipment explosion 50 feet underwater near St. Thomas. The cruise line also introduced four casino changes that will increase costs for guests.
These itinerary updates and new fees are drawing attention from both vacationers and industry experts. The company is working to align its global fleet to match changing market demand.