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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Erin Keller

Travelers frustrated as Royal Caribbean cancels summer cruises

Royal Caribbean Cruises Carnival
  • Royal Caribbean canceled over 20 Freedom of the Seas sailings scheduled for summer 2027, impacting itineraries to the Bahamas, Dominican Republic, Aruba and Curaçao.
  • The cancellations stem from the decision to redeploy Freedom of the Seas to Southampton, England, for the 2027 season due to ongoing itinerary planning and broader fleet considerations.
  • Affected Royal Caribbean passengers, many expressing frustration, are being offered alternative cruises on other ships, full refunds and reimbursement for prepaid amenities.
  • Days before Royal Caribbean's announcement, Carnival Cruise Line canceled 11 voyages aboard its Carnival Firenze ship, scheduled between October 12 and November 16, 2026.
  • Carnival cited changes to itinerary plans for its cancellations and is offering affected guests rebooking options with fare protection and onboard credits, or full refunds.

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Royal Caribbean suddenly cuts 20 cruises just days after Carnival canceled 11 sailings, report says

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