Royal Caribbean has recently revised the itineraries for several of its cruise routes, removing stops in Labadee, Haiti. Labadee, a private beach resort operated exclusively by the cruise line, has long been a popular destination for passengers.
The decision comes in response to escalating safety concerns in Haiti, including rising crime rates, gang violence, and ongoing political instability. The U.S. Department of State has issued a Level 4 travel advisory for the country - the highest alert level - warning travelers: “Do not travel to Haiti due to kidnapping, crime, civil unrest, and limited healthcare availability.
