Labadee canceled

[sandebeach]

Captain just announced on Oasis that Labadee is cancelled fleet-wide

[link99]

Here we go just received this email

 

Due to the evolving situation in Haiti, and in an abundance of caution, we’re temporarily suspending our visits to Labadee for our entire fleet. We continue to monitor and assess the situation with our Global Security & Intelligence Team. We’ll now enjoy a visit to Perfect Day at CocoCay instead of visiting Labadee. We’re sorry for any inconvenience caused by these changes. Nevertheless, we’re excited to take you to a new port! Below, please find our revised Explorer of the Seas March 17th, 2024, itinerary. Day Port of Call Arrive Depart Sun Miami, Florida   4:00 PM Mon Cruising     Tue Falmouth, Jamaica 7:30 AM 4:00 PM Wed Cruising     Thu Perfect Day at CocoCay 7:00 AM 5:00 PM Fri Miami, Florida 6:00 AM   Your Time in Perfect Day at CocoCay There’s a reason we named it Perfect Day at CocoCay – because it’s truly a perfect day! Our chill seekers can sunbathe in a private Overwater Cabana or enjoy a drink at the swim-up bar in the largest freshwater pool in the Caribbean, Oasis Lagoon™! Thrill seekers can bounce, climb and swing their way through the obstacles in Adventure Pool, or take on the tallest slide in North America – Daredevil's Peak®. Whether you’re looking for thrills or simply want to kick back and chill, Perfect Day at CocoCay has you covered!  Shore Excursions Any pre-paid Royal Caribbean International shore excursions booked for Labadee will automatically be refunded to your original form of payment. In the meantime, feel free to browse all the exciting shore excursion options for your sailing in My Royal Cruise to level up your vacation. Thank you for your understanding. We can’t wait to welcome you onboard Explorer of the Seas! Sincerely, Aurora Yera-Rodriguez AVP | Guest Experience Royal Caribbean International

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[JoelinSedona]

Currently on Oasis of the Seas. Just heard our stop in Labadee has been canceled due to safety reasons for tomorrow 03/14. 

[Anton]

We get Grand Turk as a substitute for the Adventure 8 night starting on Friday.  Not exactly an exciting stop but it is what it is.

[sandebeach]

Just now, Anton said:

We get Grand Turk as a substitute for the Adventure 8 night starting on Friday.  Not exactly an exciting stop but it is what it is.

Nice! The water in Grand Turk is so pretty. We get another Sea Day, and that is okay with me. 

[firefly333]

I think they had no choice but to cancel. I've seen a lot of people calling to cancel cruises going there. They wanted a refund and werent going to get it. Now royal can say the ship isnt stopping there, shuts down the refund talk  ... mostly. 

[fla33023]

We're on Indy 3/21 with Labadee 3/23. Guess I'll keep an eye on my email.

[Shannon12]

41 minutes ago, Anton said:

We get Grand Turk as a substitute for the Adventure 8 night starting on Friday.  Not exactly an exciting stop but it is what it is.

Better than the Nassau we got for This Saturday

[Anton]

18 minutes ago, Shannon12 said:

Better than the Nassau we got for This Saturday

Oh, absolutely!  Grand Turk is much more pleasant than Nassau.  I guess I'll wander down the beach to Jack's Shack for some jerk chicken and a rum punch or three.

[link99]

36 minutes ago, fla33023 said:

We're on Indy 3/21 with Labadee 3/23. Guess I'll keep an eye on my email.

Hope you get anything besides Nassau.

[jean87510]

What a shock!!  🤷  A few of us saw this one coming.

[Coralc]

Oh wow. I am surprised that they actually decided to cancel. Although the PM did just resign today, from where he has been stuck in San Juan. 🙄 Thanks for letting everyone know. 

[GOLFER1234]

Good to hear. From the aggressive vendors to the lousy food and lack of lounge chairs, I certainly won't miss it. RCC should have their heads examined for spending the millions on this fake "resort". What the hell would stop a gang from storming the docked ship? And please don't say the security guards who you can't trust as far as you could throw them.

 

Edited March 14 by GOLFER1234

[Engineroom Snipe]

4 minutes ago, rolloman said:

.I think something to be concerned about as a cruise passenger, it is the fact the ships will have to stop and rescue these folks and this will cause separate itinerary alterations. 

 

Weekly postings have occurred for months documenting cruise ships obeying Maritime Laws demanding that they provide rescue at sea for those in distress on international waters.

 

[link99]

True I am fine with the decision. Happy they are taking us to CoCo Cay and not Nassau. Will be there with Anthem. So should not be to crowded.

[Jetdriver787]

It was almost inevitable. Insurers around the world were driving the response! 

[Jetdriver787]

“Out of an abundance of caution!” 👍 the very phrase I predicted the company would use, yesterday. With over $50M sunk into this venue, I honestly feel for the company, but once travel insurers started to baulk at coverage, the writing was already on the wall. It’s been a tough few years for this  industry and hopefully the situation will improve soon, 

Edited March 14 by Jetdriver787

[soremekun]

I'm interested in learning which port will replace Labadee for my June cruise, if things are still crazy at that time.

[Twenty2020]

38 minutes ago, GOLFER1234 said:

Good to hear. From the aggressive vendors to the lousy food and lack of lounge chairs, I certainly won't miss it. RCC should have their heads examined for spending the millions on this fake "resort". What the hell would stop a gang from storming the docked ship? And please don't say the security guards who you can't trust as far as you could throw them.

 

Always enjoyed it. Very pretty spot for a beach day. Never had an issue finding plenty of chairs. Food is nothing great, but whatever. Beer is cold. Vendors are easy to avoid. 

 

I'm 100% positive Royal will be back there... Likely sooner than later. 

Edited March 14 by Twenty2020

[KayReady2Cruise]

Would like to know where Indy is heading for 3/21 cruise

[zanydoc]

And Symphony 23rd

[sandebeach]

Talking to some other passengers on the ship, and they are saying that they think Royal made a good decision for everyone’s safety. We will enjoy our Sea day. 

Edited March 14 by sandebeach

[smokeybandit]

2 hours ago, Anton said:

We get Grand Turk as a substitute for the Adventure 8 night starting on Friday.  Not exactly an exciting stop but it is what it is.

Better than an extra sea day

[Thisguylikestocruise]

1 hour ago, Jetdriver787 said:

“Out of an abundance of caution!” 👍 the very phrase I predicted the company would use, yesterday. With over $50M sunk into this venue, I honestly feel for the company, but once travel insurers started to baulk at coverage, the writing was already on the wall. It’s been a tough few years for this  industry and hopefully the situation will improve soon, 

Hopefully Haiti gets a stable government and citizens can live a safer life. I’m sure cruise ships will return once the gang situation is under control. 

[AandBmom]

I find it fascinating that this post has so few replies. What happened to all the individuals that were saying this would never happen just two days ago?