A days-long search on the Caribbean island of St. Kitts ended in tragedy after authorities located the body of Wang Zyuan, a 33-year-old Chinese national who went missing while hiking Mount Liamuiga.

The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) confirmed that Wang was found deceased on June 1, by one of the search teams after disappearing on a hiking trail on May 27. According to ship tracking websites the only Royal Caibbean vessel on May 25 was Rhapsody of the Seas.

Passengers aboard Ovation of the Seas staged protests at guest services after the ship canceled its scenic visit to Hubbard Glacier during the current Alaska voyage.

Video and social media posts shared online showed groups of passengers chanting “We Want Hubbard” after the last-minute itinerary change was announced by the captain.

Sports fans sailing on Royal Caribbean cruise ships will be able to follow one of the world’s biggest sporting events while at sea.

Guests currently sailing aboard the Symphony of the Seas have received a notice reminding passengers about the rules for decorating stateroom doors during the voyage. The letter, sent to guests during the current voyage, outlined several restrictions aimed at keeping decorations safe and respectful for everyone onboard.

Royal Caribbean International has officially opened its first Royal Beach Club in Europe, bringing a new shore experience to the Greek island of Santorini.

Royal Caribbean is increasingly turning to advanced robotics to enhance both guest entertainment and onboard operations, without replacing crew members.

Harmony of the Seas is hitting a six-week pause, but only to come back even stronger.

Harmony of the Seas is going out of service today in Barcelona, marking the start of a major shipyard stay that will reshape parts of the guest experience ahead of a busy summer season.

Fresh off a transatlantic crossing, guests are disembarking in Spain as the ship prepares for several weeks in dry dock. During this time, the vessel will be handed over to engineers, technicians, and contractors, while only essential crew and shipyard personnel remain onboard.

Royal Caribbean International is continuing its heartwarming onboard tradition with the introduction of a new “Chief Dog Officer” for its upcoming ship, Legend of the Seas.

The newest recruit, Skipper, a Golden Retriever born in early 2026, will join the ship for its debut season, bringing companionship and joy to both guests and crew.

Royal Caribbean International is already looking beyond its upcoming newbuilds, officially announcing Hero of the Seas as the fourth ship in its groundbreaking Icon Class.

Set to debut in August 2027 from Miami, the new vessel will build on the success of its sister ships—including Icon of the Seas—with even more attractions, larger venues, and expanded experiences aimed at families and multi-generational travelers.

A routine cruise day turned into a tense emergency aboard Oasis of the Seas after a reported man overboard incident forced the ship to turn around and launch a full-scale search—only for the captain to later reveal it was all a prank.