Royal Caribbean Extends Labadee Closure Through 2028
The cruise line has removed Labadee from schedules for nine ships through April 2028.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Cruises
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Royal Caribbean is extending the closure of its private destination, Labadee, through April 2028. This move forces itinerary adjustments for nine different ships across the company fleet.
Why it matters
The extended closure requires Royal Caribbean to reroute thousands of travelers to alternative Caribbean ports, significantly altering vacation plans for many booked guests. The company is actively notifying impacted passengers and updating cruise schedules to accommodate these changes.
Royal Caribbean has extended the closure of Labadee by an additional 10 months, impacting nine ships. Replacement ports for these modified itineraries include Nassau, San Juan, Grand Turk, Amber Cove, Cozumel, and Samana Port.
The players
Royal Caribbean
This global cruise line operates a massive fleet of ships and manages several private island destinations for its passengers.
Allure of the Seas
This large Oasis-class cruise ship is one of the vessels currently experiencing itinerary modifications.
The details
Royal Caribbean has officially notified guests of the changes, replacing scheduled Labadee stops with visits to alternative destinations or additional days at sea. These itinerary modifications affect various sailings, including those on the Allure of the Seas.
Timeline
In July 2026, the company extended cancellations through June 2027.
On July 18, 2027, the Allure of the Seas will visit Nassau instead of Labadee.
On February 6, 2028, the Allure of the Seas will visit San Juan instead of Labadee.
The current closure of Labadee is scheduled to end in April 2028.
Travel Outlook
This extended closure reflects ongoing logistical shifts in the Caribbean cruise market, where operators must pivot rapidly to maintain service continuity. It follows a pattern set by the July 2026 cancellation extension, further pushing back the expected resumption of operations.
Travelers with upcoming bookings should monitor communication from the cruise line regarding specific changes to their departure itinerary and port sequence. Those looking for stability in their travel plans may want to verify their cruise schedule for potential shifts in shore excursions.
The takeaway
Travelers should remain flexible as cruise operators often modify routes to ensure guest access to ports during changing operational conditions. Always check your official booking portal for the most current information if you have travel scheduled through early 2028.
Further reading
For more updates on how global cruise lines manage port access, visit our Cruises section.
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