Sonesta International Hotels Deepens Caribbean Footprint with New MOD Collection Property in La Romana, Dominican Republic

Sonesta International Hotels has announced a significant expansion of its presence in the Dominican Republic with the execution of a franchise agreement for a new-construction MOD Collection by Sonesta hotel…

Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas Embarks on Maiden Sea Trials as Mega-Ship Era Expands

Royal Caribbean’s newest mega-ship, Legend of the Seas, has successfully completed its initial sea trials, marking a significant milestone in its journey towards entering service. The state-of-the-art vessel, poised to…

Royal Caribbean’s Icon Class Dominance: A Deep Dive into the Cruise Line’s Ambitious Expansion and the Evolving Landscape of Megaship Competition

Royal Caribbean International is not slowing down its ambitious expansion of its groundbreaking Icon Class fleet, announcing plans for two additional megaships, slated for delivery in 2029 and 2030. This…

Royal Caribbean Navigates Geopolitical Headwinds with Strong Demand, Q1 Profits Soar Despite Rising Fuel Costs from Middle East Tensions.

Royal Caribbean Group (RCL) has delivered a robust first-quarter performance, significantly outperforming analyst estimates, buoyed by sustained strong consumer demand for cruise vacations. Despite this impressive operational strength, the company…

Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas Completes Successful Sea Trials Ahead of Mediterranean Debut

Royal Caribbean’s newest Icon-class vessel, the Legend of the Seas, has successfully completed its crucial sea trials, marking a significant milestone in its journey towards its maiden voyage. The colossal…

Royal Caribbean Expands Icon Class Fleet with Two New Megaships, Intensifying "Biggest Ship" Competition

Royal Caribbean International has announced a significant expansion of its groundbreaking Icon Class, with plans for two additional megaships to join its fleet. These yet-to-be-named vessels, scheduled for delivery in…

Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas Completes Crucial Sea Trials as Icon-Class Expansion Continues

Royal Caribbean’s highly anticipated new vessel, Legend of the Seas, has successfully completed its inaugural sea trials, a pivotal milestone in its journey toward joining the ranks of the world’s…

Six Senses Residences Belize Introduces Unprecedented Overwater Living to the Caribbean

The forthcoming Emerald Caye development features expansive two-level residences designed by Studio CABAN. Scheduled to make its grand debut in 2028, Six Senses Residences Belize is poised to redefine luxury…

Paradisus Cancun Unveils Transformative $50 Million Renovation, Redefining Luxury Hospitality in the Mexican Caribbean

Paradisus Cancun, a flagship property within Meliá Hotels International’s premium portfolio, has officially debuted the extensive results of its ambitious $50 million renovation. This significant investment marks a comprehensive transformation…

Royal Caribbean’s Lelepa Beach Club Project Faces Scrutiny Amidst Environmental and Cultural Concerns in Vanuatu

Royal Caribbean is currently navigating a complex landscape of development and community engagement for its proposed Royal Beach Club on Lelepa Island, Vanuatu. While the cruise line has advanced permit…