Cruise travelers who had planned to visit Labadee, Royal Caribbean’s exclusive beach destination on Haiti’s northern coast, are facing cancellations due to escalating unrest in the region. The cruise line announced that all scheduled stops at Labadee are temporarily suspended to ensure the safety of its guests.
In a recent statement, Royal Caribbean emphasized that the `temporary pause` is a precautionary measure in light of ongoing riots and political instability in Haiti. “Out of an abundance of caution, we are temporarily pausing our upcoming visits to Labadee. We have already communicated with guests directly,” the cruise line informed Travel + Leisure.
This is not the first time Royal Caribbean has halted trips to Labadee; a similar suspension occurred last summer for the same reasons related to guest safety and community security.
Travelers affected by these cancellations will have their itineraries adjusted, with the cruise line promising alternate destinations, though specifics will vary based on the sailing schedule. For more details on how these changes may affect travel plans, guests can visit USA Today.
The exact timeline for when Labadee will be reinstated as a destination remains uncertain. Concerns about safety are heightened by a recent `Travel Advisory` issued by the Canadian government. They have advised against all travel to Haiti, citing risks such as kidnappings, gang violence, and civil unrest. This advisory was issued on April 4, 2025, further complicating plans for any travel to the region.
Despite Labadee being physically separated by high security fencing from the mainland, the proximity to the unrest has raised alarms. Royal Caribbean continues to prioritize guest safety, proactively adjusting itineraries in response to on-the-ground conditions.
