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This Caribbean destination is off Royal Caribbean’s schedule until next year

Royal Caribbean is extending its pause on Labadee, Haiti

By Amanda Teague Oct 3, 2025 10:09 AM

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Royal Caribbean has officially extended its suspension of visits to Labadee, Haiti, removing the private Caribbean destination from itineraries through next year.

The cruise line first paused calls to Labadee in April 2025, citing safety and political instability in Haiti. Now, Royal Caribbean has confirmed that the suspension will remain in place for another year, impacting thousands of travelers who had planned to visit the resort-style port.

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Situated on Haiti’s northern coast, Labadee is a private beach resort owned and operated exclusively by Royal Caribbean. It has long been a popular stop for guests seeking snorkeling, zip-lining, and water sports in a controlled and secure environment.

Passengers with affected bookings are being notified directly by the cruise line and offered updated itineraries or, in some cases, cancellations. This is the second time in recent years Royal Caribbean has paused trips to Labadee, with a previous wave of cancellations occurring in the spring and summer of 2024.

Royal Caribbean has not confirmed when sailings to Labadee will resume, noting that guest safety remains the company’s top priority. Until conditions improve, the line is expected to continue redirecting ships to other Caribbean ports.

Haiti travel advisory

According to the U.S. Department of State, Haiti remains at a Level 4: Do Not Travel, the highest risk level on its advisory scale. The warning, last updated on July 15, highlights persistent safety concerns, including kidnapping, violent crime, terrorist activity, and ongoing civil unrest.

The advisory also cites severely limited access to health care, making it especially difficult for travelers to seek medical attention in emergencies. Haiti has been under a State of Emergency since March 2024.

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