Reporter Shares Experience of First Solo Cruise
A Business Insider reporter documented her experiences and lessons learned while sailing solo on her first cruise aboard Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas.
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A Business Insider reporter documented her experiences and lessons learned while sailing solo on her first cruise aboard Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas.
Key highlights from Royal Caribbean Cruises' first-quarter earnings call have been released, detailing the company's financial performance and outlook.

Air France-KLM and Royal Caribbean have both revised down their 2026 financial forecasts, citing significant increases in fuel costs. Air France-KLM anticipates a $2.4 billion rise in its fuel bill, leading to reduced capacity growth projections.
Royal Caribbean Cruises announced it has lifted its profit guidance for the year, following better-than-expected earnings results for the first quarter.

Royal Caribbean is facing backlash from passengers who claim the cruise line failed to disclose the closure of water slides on its Icon of the Seas and Star of the Seas ships before booking.
Shares of both Norwegian Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean Group experienced a notable increase on Friday.

Cyprus has strengthened its ties with Royal Caribbean Group as the cruise ship 'Navigator of the Seas' was registered under the Cyprus flag, marking the second vessel from the group to do so.
Shares of major cruise line operators, including Carnival, Royal Caribbean, and Norwegian Cruise Line, experienced a significant surge today. The increase is attributed to specific positive market developments impacting the sector.
Royal Caribbean (RCL) and Bank of America have partnered to launch new tri-branded Visa cards, offering benefits to cruise enthusiasts.
A Business Insider reporter recounted her first cruise experience aboard Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas, detailing 10 mistakes she made that negatively impacted her voyage.
Jim Cramer has expressed a preference for Viking Holdings as an investment over cruise line competitors Carnival Corporation and Royal Caribbean.
An analysis explores whether Royal Caribbean stock has the potential to generate significant wealth for investors, earning it the title of a 'millionaire-maker' stock.

Royal Caribbean has abruptly canceled 20 'Freedom of the Seas' voyages scheduled for 2027, redeploying the ship to Southampton and offering affected guests refunds or alternative sailings.
Royal Caribbean Cruises has achieved top growth factor grades among S&P consumer discretionary holdings, indicating strong performance metrics.
An analysis compares Royal Caribbean and Viking Holdings to determine which cruise line stock is a better investment opportunity right now.
Royal Caribbean has reportedly made a quiet decision regarding its ships, which was a direct response to customer demands.
Royal Caribbean Cruises announced a dividend of $1.50 per share.

Apple announced record quarterly earnings, surpassing expectations despite ongoing supply chain disruptions. CEO Tim Cook highlighted strong demand for new iPhones and discussed future growth opportunities, including in India.
Royal Caribbean forecasts its 2026 adjusted earnings per share to be between $17.10 and $17.50, acknowledging headwinds from fuel costs and Mediterranean demand.
Royal Caribbean reported a recovery in cruise demand, noting that customers are less concerned about geopolitical events like those involving Iran. However, the company also flagged that higher fuel costs are impacting its operations.
Royal Caribbean's stock saw a boost following the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, with Barchart data providing further analysis on potential next steps for investors.

Several major stocks experienced significant movements during midday trading, including Royal Caribbean, Exxon Mobil, Critical Metals, and Netflix. These companies were among those posting the largest shifts in their stock prices.

The Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU and the European Parliament have reached a provisional agreement on a new regulation to address the impact of global steel overcapacity on the European market.
An earnings preview outlines expectations for Royal Caribbean Cruises' upcoming financial report.

The key artery of world trade is reopening for civilian traffic after weeks of tension.
This article discusses potential trading strategies and unusual options activity in Royal Caribbean stock, influenced by headlines concerning the Strait of Hormuz.

Royal Caribbean's new vessel, 'Hero of the Seas,' is set to challenge its sister ship for the title of the world's largest cruise ship, promising to be bigger, more colorful, and more entertaining when it launches in summer 2027.

Indigenous community leaders in Vanuatu have voiced concerns over Royal Caribbean's plans to build a resort for cruise tourists, citing incomplete environmental impact assessments and potential harm to fragile ecosystems.
Shares of Royal Caribbean Group (RCL) were sold off following a period of strong performance, as the company's growth outlook appears to be weakening.
Despite achieving record bookings, Royal Caribbean is grappling with an escalating fuel problem, posing a challenge to its operational efficiency and profitability.
Royal Caribbean's stock experienced a 6% drop, impacting other cruise stocks, as rising oil prices created an 'oil shock' for the industry.
Business Insider's reporter shares her packing list for a seven-night cruise on Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas. Joey Hadden/Business Insider I packed for a seven-night Caribbean cruise with…
Royal Caribbean has taken action following a protest that occurred at the Costa Maya cruise port.
Financial commentator Jim Cramer shared his latest insights and opinions on a range of company stocks, including positive remarks on Royal Caribbean and Bloom Energy, and a change of mind regarding Meta. He also commented on Reddit, Carrier Global, GE Healthcare, Seagate, Sandisk, and Microsoft.
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. released its summary for the first quarter 2026 earnings call, reporting on its financial results.
This article explores the reasons behind the recent significant increase in Royal Caribbean's stock price.

Royal Caribbean has confirmed an order for two additional Icon-class cruise ships from the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland. This expands their fleet with more of the giant cruise liners.
Investors are advised to consider Royal Caribbean as a potential investment opportunity.
A Business Insider reporter recounted her first solo cruise experience on Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas, detailing six unexpected aspects of the trip. Her journey was full of surprises, from room pricing to onboard amenities.

The Deputy Ministry of Shipping of Cyprus announced the registration of Royal Caribbean Group's cruise ship 'Navigator of the Seas' in the Cypriot registry, strengthening cooperation with the international cruise giant.
Investors are questioning whether to pursue the current rally in Royal Caribbean stock, indicating significant market interest in the cruise line's performance.

Royal Caribbean's new "Ultimate Family Treehouse" suite on the Hero of the Seas is being sold for over $200,000 a week, leading to significant online discussion and debate among cruise enthusiasts.
An analysis comparing Royal Caribbean and Carnival cruise lines indicates that Royal Caribbean holds a distinct edge in profitability.

Royal Caribbean has introduced the 'Hero of the Seas,' the fourth vessel in its Icon Class series, which is set to begin voyages from Miami in August 2027.

Royal Caribbean's Icon and Star of the Seas are implementing a significant change by adding exterior doors to connecting rooms to mitigate common passenger complaints about noise.
Wall Street professionals are expressing a strong positive outlook, anticipating significant upside potential for Royal Caribbean stock.
Royal Caribbean has abruptly canceled 20 cruises, following closely after Carnival's cancellation of 11 sailings, according to reports.
An analysis examines whether Royal Caribbean Cruises stock (RCL) is currently outperforming the broader Consumer Cyclical sector, providing insights into its market position.
Market sentiments for Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) weakened after the company issued disappointing guidance.
Several travel and leisure companies, including Lindblad Expeditions, MakeMyTrip, Royal Caribbean, Travel + Leisure, Norwegian Cruise Line, Expedia, and Booking Holdings, have received updated price targets and ratings from various financial analysts.