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Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) generates a steady stream of news as a global cruise and vacation company with multiple brands, a large fleet, and an expanding portfolio of exclusive destinations. News about the Group often highlights developments across Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea, as well as joint venture brands operated through TUI Cruises.
Investors and followers of RCL news can expect frequent updates on new vacation concepts and destination openings. Recent announcements have covered the debut of Royal Beach Club Paradise Island in The Bahamas, described as a first-of-its-kind beach club destination, and the broader Royal Beach Club collection that includes locations such as Cozumel and Santorini. The company also issues news about its Perfect Day at CocoCay destination and plans for Perfect Day Mexico, reflecting its focus on exclusive beach and island experiences.
Royal Caribbean Group news also includes information about ship deployments and itineraries. Releases have detailed seasonal lineups of Caribbean adventures, new sailings from ports in Florida, New Orleans, the Caribbean, Texas, California, and the Northeast, and the introduction of ships like Icon of the Seas, Legend of the Seas, and Celebrity Xcel on various routes. These updates describe how the Group’s brands will operate across the Caribbean, Asia, South America, and other regions in future seasons.
Another recurring theme in RCL news is the development of loyalty and guest programs. The company has announced the Points Choice program, which allows guests to earn points across Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea and allocate them to the loyalty program they prefer. This builds on the Status Match program, which recognizes equivalent tier status across the three brands.
Corporate and financial news items for Royal Caribbean Group include dividend declarations, share repurchase authorizations, and public offerings of senior notes to finance new ships and manage existing indebtedness. The Group also reports on destination development partnerships, such as its collaboration with the Virgin Islands Port Authority and Cruise Terminals International to redevelop the Crown Bay District in St. Thomas into a tourism-focused mixed-use area.
This news page aggregates such announcements and related coverage, helping readers follow RCL’s fleet plans, destination projects, loyalty initiatives, and capital markets activity over time.
Celebrity Cruises (NYSE:RCL) has unveiled four new innovative spaces aboard their latest ship, Celebrity Xcel. The new venues include the enhanced Celebrity Pool Club featuring pool valet service and VIP cabanas, the adults-only Attic at The Club arcade lounge, an expanded spa with the first-ever Hydra Room and Vitamin D Deck, and Celebrity's first-ever Flagship store offering customizable merchandise.
The ship will begin its inaugural season from Fort Lauderdale in November 2025, offering 7-night Caribbean itineraries. In Summer 2026, Celebrity Xcel will transition to the Mediterranean, operating 7-to-11-night journeys from Barcelona and Athens.
Royal Caribbean (NYSE:RCL) has opened bookings for its first-ever Royal Beach Club Paradise Island in The Bahamas, set to debut in December 2025. The all-inclusive beach destination will offer various experiences combining Bahamian culture with Royal Caribbean's signature amenities.
The beach club will feature two pristine beaches, three pools, including The Floating Flamingo (world's largest swim-up bar), three beach grills, and 10 bars. Day passes start from $169.99 for adults (21+) with unlimited open bar and dining, and $129.99 for guests 13+ with non-alcoholic drinks and dining. Children aged 4-12 can access for $109.99, while those under 3 enter free.
Premium amenities include the Ultimate Family Cabana (first multi-level cabana), beach and poolside cabanas with personal attendant service, and The Party Deck for group reservations. The destination will be accessible through various sailings from six cities, marking the first of several planned Royal Caribbean beach destinations, including upcoming locations in Cozumel, Lelepa, and Mexico.
Royal Caribbean's (NYSE:RCL) luxury brand Silversea has announced its 2026 Venetian Society Reunion Voyage, a 12-day sailing aboard Silver Shadow. The journey, departing from Nice on June 19th, 2026, will explore iconic Italian destinations including Livorno, Porto Santo Stefano, Rome, Malta, Sicily, and Portofino.
The voyage, hosted by Silversea President Bert Hernandez, offers special perks for Venetian Society members, including a 5% cruise fare discount. The itinerary features over 100 distinct shore experiences, including exclusive culinary adventures through S.A.L.T. programs, wine tastings at historic estates, and authentic cooking classes in Sicily.
Celebrity Cruises (RCL) announced a major $250 million investment to modernize its Solstice Series ships, starting with Celebrity Solstice in March 2026. The renovation includes eight new experiences with four new-to-sea spaces and comprehensive upgrades to all 1,479 staterooms. Key additions include the Boulevard Lounge for entertainment, Trattoria Rossa for Italian dining, Fine Cut Steakhouse, and the Sunset Park outdoor oasis.
The modernization features enhanced suite accommodations in The Retreat, new stateroom categories, and refreshed AquaClass rooms with wellness amenities. Celebrity Solstice will offer itineraries in Asia, Australia, Alaska, and a special 110-night Grand Voyage visiting over 55 ports from September to December 2026.
Royal Caribbean (RCL) has unveiled its Ultimate Destination lineup, headlined by Perfect Day Mexico, set to open in fall 2027. The 200-acre destination on Mexico's Caribbean coast will feature seven neighborhoods, including Loco Waterpark with North and South America's tallest waterslide tower at 170 feet, and the world's longest coaster waterslide.
The company also announced three additional destinations: Royal Beach Club Paradise Island (December 2025), Royal Beach Club Cozumel (2026), and Lelepa in the South Pacific (early 2027). Perfect Day Mexico will welcome Western Caribbean itineraries from Galveston, New Orleans, and Florida ports, with bookings available fall 2023. By 2027, 90% of Royal Caribbean's Caribbean vacationers will experience a Perfect Day destination.
Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) has successfully amended and upsized its two unsecured revolving credit facilities, demonstrating strong financial positioning. The key changes include:
- A $2.28 billion increase in commitments, equally split between both facilities, bringing total commitments to $6.35 billion
- Extension of the three-year facility's maturity from October 2026 to October 2030
- The second facility maintains its maturity date of October 2028
CFO Naftali Holtz emphasized that this enhancement reflects the company's strong credit profile and banking relationships, while providing increased financial flexibility to support growth initiatives and shareholder value.
Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) has announced a quarterly dividend payment of $0.75 per common share. The dividend will be paid on July 3, 2025, to shareholders who are recorded as owners of RCL stock at the close of business on June 4, 2025.
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