Royal Caribbean Group Stock Price, News & Analysis

Royal Caribbean (RCL) has announced legendary singer Diana Ross as the godmother of their newest Icon Class ship, Star of the Seas, debuting in August 2025. The ship will sail 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries from Port Canaveral, featuring stops at Perfect Day at CocoCay. Star of the Seas will offer eight distinct neighborhoods with attractions including Category 6 waterpark, seven pools, and entertainment highlights like Back to the Future: The Musical. The ship will feature over 40 dining and drinking venues, including Lincoln Park Supper Club. Diana Ross will participate in a traditional naming ceremony at the ship's AquaTheater. The announcement comes as Royal Caribbean expands its destination lineup, with plans for Royal Beach Club Paradise Island in December 2025, Royal Beach Club Cozumel in 2026, and Perfect Day Mexico in fall 2027.

Celebrity Cruises (RCL) announced a major $250 million investment to modernize its Solstice Series ships, starting with Celebrity Solstice in March 2026. The renovation includes eight new experiences with four new-to-sea spaces and comprehensive upgrades to all 1,479 staterooms. Key additions include the Boulevard Lounge for entertainment, Trattoria Rossa for Italian dining, Fine Cut Steakhouse, and the Sunset Park outdoor oasis.

The modernization features enhanced suite accommodations in The Retreat, new stateroom categories, and refreshed AquaClass rooms with wellness amenities. Celebrity Solstice will offer itineraries in Asia, Australia, Alaska, and a special 110-night Grand Voyage visiting over 55 ports from September to December 2026.

Royal Caribbean (RCL) has unveiled its Ultimate Destination lineup, headlined by Perfect Day Mexico, set to open in fall 2027. The 200-acre destination on Mexico's Caribbean coast will feature seven neighborhoods, including Loco Waterpark with North and South America's tallest waterslide tower at 170 feet, and the world's longest coaster waterslide.

The company also announced three additional destinations: Royal Beach Club Paradise Island (December 2025), Royal Beach Club Cozumel (2026), and Lelepa in the South Pacific (early 2027). Perfect Day Mexico will welcome Western Caribbean itineraries from Galveston, New Orleans, and Florida ports, with bookings available fall 2023. By 2027, 90% of Royal Caribbean's Caribbean vacationers will experience a Perfect Day destination.

Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) has successfully amended and upsized its two unsecured revolving credit facilities, demonstrating strong financial positioning. The key changes include:

- A $2.28 billion increase in commitments, equally split between both facilities, bringing total commitments to $6.35 billion
- Extension of the three-year facility's maturity from October 2026 to October 2030
- The second facility maintains its maturity date of October 2028

CFO Naftali Holtz emphasized that this enhancement reflects the company's strong credit profile and banking relationships, while providing increased financial flexibility to support growth initiatives and shareholder value.

Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) has announced a quarterly dividend payment of $0.75 per common share. The dividend will be paid on July 3, 2025, to shareholders who are recorded as owners of RCL stock at the close of business on June 4, 2025.

Royal Caribbean unveils entertainment and dining experiences for Star of the Seas, launching in August 2025 from Port Canaveral. The ship will feature five signature shows including "Back to the Future: The Musical" from Broadway, and over 40 dining and drinking venues. Key entertainment highlights include new productions like "Create" and "Pirates & Mermaids" at the AquaTheater. The dining lineup introduces Lincoln Park Supper Club, a 1930s Chicago-inspired venue, and three new concepts at AquaDome Market. Star of the Seas will offer 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries, including stops at Perfect Day at CocoCay. From December 2025, guests can visit the new Royal Beach Club Paradise Island in The Bahamas.

Royal Caribbean Group reported strong Q1 2025 results with earnings per share of $2.70 and adjusted EPS of $2.71, surpassing expectations. The company increased its full-year 2025 adjusted EPS guidance to $14.55-$15.55, representing approximately 28% year-over-year growth.

Key Q1 highlights:

• Total revenue: $4.0 billion
• Net Income: $0.7 billion
• Load factor: 109%
• Served 2.2 million guests (9% increase)
• Net Yields up 4.7% as-reported

The company achieved record bookings during WAVE season, with continued strength in April. Notable upcoming launches include Star of the Seas, Celebrity Xcel, and Royal Beach Club Paradise Island. The company's strong financial position was recognized with an upgrade to investment grade by S&P Global Ratings. Liquidity position stands at $4.5 billion, with ongoing share repurchases and debt reduction initiatives.

Celebrity Cruises is enhancing its date night experience with the upcoming Celebrity Xcel, launching in November 2025. The ship introduces the cruise line's first-ever brunch concept at the new al fresco restaurant Bora, featuring Mediterranean-inspired cuisine and panoramic ocean views.

The vessel will offer 32 food and beverage venues and the most extensive entertainment program in Celebrity's fleet, with over 75 resident performers. Entertainment highlights include three new theatre shows, interactive performances at The Club, and various dance parties.

Celebrity Xcel will begin operations from Fort Lauderdale with seven-night Caribbean itineraries, followed by Mediterranean voyages from Barcelona and Athens in Summer 2026. The cruise line is engaging potential guests through 'Dream Makers', a community program where vacationers can influence various aspects of the ship's experiences.

Silversea, a luxury expedition travel brand, has announced details of its new hotel The Cormorant at 55 South in Puerto Williams, Chile, set to open during the 2025/2026 Antarctica season. The 150-room property will be the southernmost hotel on Earth, designed to enhance the Antarctica expedition experience.

The hotel features rooms with forest and Beagle Channel views, incorporating local artisanal elements and panoramic windows. The design emphasizes natural light and connection to Patagonia's landscape through warm wood tones and earthy elements.

The Cormorant will complement Silversea's six-day Antarctica Fly Cruise expeditions, which allow guests to bypass the Drake Passage by air. As a pioneer in luxury expedition cruising since 2008, Silversea offers enriching Antarctic adventures with up to 28 expedition experts, kayak instructors, and high Zodiac-to-guest ratios.