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