MIAMI, Nov 5 – Royal Caribbean has announced its Summer 2028 Caribbean cruise programme, offering travellers more ways to explore tropical islands and Mexican destinations across 11 ships.
The new lineup will operate from April to October 2028. It includes four Icon Class ships and a range of upgraded onboard experiences, with departures from Florida, Texas, Puerto Rico and the northeastern United States.
The programme will feature popular destinations such as The Bahamas, Mexico, Aruba, Jamaica, the Dominican Republic and Turks and Caicos.
Four Icon Class Ships to Explore the Caribbean
Four Icon Class ships will headline the 2028 programme: Hero of the Seas, Legend of the Seas, Star of the Seas and Icon of the Seas.
Hero of the Seas will begin sailing from Miami in April 2028, offering seven-night Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises.
The ship will feature nine swimming pools, more than 40 dining and drinking options, new cooking classes and family-friendly accommodation. One of its highlights will be the three-storey Ultimate Family Treehouse.
Meanwhile, Legend of the Seas will operate six- and eight-night cruises from Fort Lauderdale. Its itineraries will include Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas, as well as destinations in the Dominican Republic and Aruba.
Star of the Seas will sail from Port Canaveral near Orlando, offering seven-night Eastern and Western Caribbean journeys.
Icon of the Seas will operate from Galveston, Texas, with six- and eight-night Western Caribbean cruises. Passengers can visit Cozumel in Mexico and Roatán in Honduras.
Symphony of the Seas to Introduce New Experiences
Royal Caribbean will also introduce a refreshed experience programme aboard Symphony of the Seas in 2028.
Departing from Miami, the ship will offer six- and eight-night Caribbean cruises. The company plans to reveal more details about its upgraded onboard attractions at a later date.
Passengers can enjoy existing highlights such as the Ultimate Abyss, a 10-storey dry slide, AquaTheater performances and more than 20 dining venues.
Other ships sailing from Florida include Harmony of the Seas and Brilliance of the Seas.
Harmony will depart from Port Canaveral on seven-night cruises, while Brilliance will offer six- and seven-night Western Caribbean trips from Tampa.
More Cruise Options From Puerto Rico and the Northeast
Royal Caribbean is also expanding its cruise choices from Puerto Rico and the northeastern United States.
From San Juan, Enchantment of the Seas will offer seven-night journeys across the Southern Caribbean.
Its destinations will include Tortola in the British Virgin Islands, Antigua, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, Dominica and Barbados.
Travellers departing from Baltimore can choose Vision of the Seas, which will offer five- to nine-night cruises to Bermuda and the Southern Caribbean.
From Cape Liberty, New Jersey, Independence of the Seas will operate four- to nine-night trips covering Canada, New England, Bermuda and the Eastern Caribbean.
Oasis of the Seas will also depart from Cape Liberty, offering seven-night Caribbean cruises for families and holidaymakers.
Popular Private Destinations Remain a Major Attraction
The 2028 programme will continue to feature Royal Caribbean’s private destination, Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas.
Visitors can enjoy 14 waterslides at Thrill Waterpark, relax at the adults-only Hideaway Beach or spend time at the Coco Beach Club.
In Nassau, The Bahamas, passengers can also visit Royal Beach Club Paradise Island.
The beach destination offers swimming pools, beaches, swim-up bars and local food.
These attractions give travellers more choices beyond traditional sightseeing and island excursions.
Summer 2028 Cruises Open for Booking
Royal Caribbean said its Summer 2028 cruise programme was initially made available to members of its Crown & Anchor Society loyalty programme before the wider booking launch.
The new itineraries offer different cruise durations and departure locations, giving families and holidaymakers more flexibility when planning their trips.
Through its expanded fleet and upgraded onboard experiences, Royal Caribbean aims to strengthen its position in the global cruise travel market.
Source : PR NEWSWIRE | Rewritten By Minutesmy
