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Royal Caribbean Group reports developments across its global vacation business, including cruise operations, exclusive destinations, and land-based vacation experiences. The company operates Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea, and holds a joint venture interest in TUI Cruises, which operates the Mein Schiff and Hapag-Lloyd brands.
Recurring news for RCL includes earnings releases, guidance updates, dividends and share repurchases, shipbuilding and fleet expansion, itinerary launches, brand-level loyalty programs, co-branded credit cards, and community initiatives through the Royal Caribbean Group Foundation. Company updates also cover demand trends, fuel and cost commentary, joint venture performance, and destination investments across its cruise vacation portfolio.
Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) completed a registered offering of $1.25 billion 4.750% senior unsecured notes due May 15, 2033 and $1.25 billion 5.250% senior unsecured notes due February 27, 2038, raising $2.5 billion.
The company intends to use net proceeds to refinance senior notes maturing in 2026 and to repay existing indebtedness, which may include term loans, aiming to extend maturities and reduce near-term refinancing needs.
Silversea (RCL) unveiled interiors of The Cormorant at 55 South, a 150-room hotel in Puerto Williams, Chile, opening October 2026 to support Silversea's Antarctica Fly Cruise program. Public spaces include a fireplace lounge, Latitude 55 restaurant, Bar Sur, and a boutique; hotel runs seasonally Oct–Mar.
The property anchors direct charter flights to King George Island and offers local activities such as hikes and kayaking to enrich expedition itineraries.
Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) appointed Christopher J. Wiernicki to its Board of Directors, effective February 17, 2026. Wiernicki brings more than four decades of marine and offshore design, digitalization, cyber security, ports, bunkering, and clean energy transition expertise.
He led ABS for 14 years, expanded its consulting and software services, and increased investment in digital platforms and R&D.
Royal Caribbean (NYSE: RCL) priced a registered offering of $1.25 billion 4.750% notes due May 15, 2033 and $1.25 billion 5.250% notes due February 27, 2038. The Notes are expected to issue around Feb 27, 2026, subject to customary closing conditions.
The company intends to use net proceeds to refinance senior notes maturing in 2026 and to repay existing indebtedness, which may include term loans. J.P. Morgan, Morgan Stanley and PNC are lead managers.
Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) on Feb. 12, 2026 commenced a registered public offering of senior unsecured notes.
The company intends to use net proceeds to refinance senior notes maturing in 2026 and to repay existing indebtedness, which may include term loans. The offering is being led by J.P. Morgan, Morgan Stanley and PNC Capital Markets and is being made from an automatic shelf registration effective Feb. 29, 2024.
Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) declared a quarterly dividend of $1.50 per common share, payable April 3, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 6, 2026. The board described the increase as reflecting business strength and momentum across its global vacation portfolio.
Management framed the raise as a commitment to delivering returns while investing in innovations and guest experiences.
Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) reported full-year 2025 results with $17.9B revenue, $4.3B net income ($15.61 EPS) and $7.0B Adjusted EBITDA. Fourth-quarter strength lifted 2025 performance and the company issued 2026 guidance of $17.70–$18.10 Adjusted EPS.
Management cited record WAVE booking weeks, ~two-thirds of 2026 capacity booked, 6.7% capacity growth in 2026, ~$7.2B liquidity, ~$5B expected 2026 capex, and new ship orders including Discovery Class and 10 river ships for Celebrity.
Celebrity River Cruises (RCL) committed to 10 new river ships, expanding its European fleet to 20 vessels by 2031. The company began construction with the first steel cut for Celebrity Compass. 2028 European sailings are open with an 80% increase in destinations, offering over 160 sailings to 50+ destinations.
Launch schedule: Celebrity Compass and Celebrity Seeker in 2027; Celebrity Wanderer, Celebrity Roamer, and Celebrity Boundless in 2028. New itineraries include 24 ports and a Celebrity-first overnight land stay in Bucharest.
Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) agreed with Chantiers de l'Atlantique to build its new Discovery Class ships: two firm orders with options for four more. The first ship is scheduled to debut in 2029 and the second in 2032. The partnership leverages CdA's shipbuilding history and supports Royal Caribbean's multiyear ocean, river and land vacation portfolio, while the orders remain contingent on customary conditions.
Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) announced the inaugural Port Partners business accelerator in Seward, Alaska on Jan. 22, 2026. Fifteen local entrepreneurs were selected for a comprehensive 10-week college-level course at Alaska Vocational Technical Center (AVTEC) taught by Greg Haas.
Participants will receive mentorship from Seward business leaders, be eligible for three University of Alaska college credits, and will pitch to a local panel for a chance to win $20,000 to launch their business. Program partners include AVTEC, University of Alaska system, Seward Small Business Development Center, and the City of Seward.