Royal Caribbean has dropped planned U.S. sailings and relocated 77,668 berth-days to Asia while maintaining overall capacity unchanged. The liner Navigator of the Seas will run year-round from Singapore starting October 2026. These operational adjustments follow a bond deal and rising fuel costs.
In a separate occurrence, a passenger detailed 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 analysts. The company is attempting to balance its global fleet to match changing market demand.