Royal Caribbean Halts Haiti Cruise Stops Due to Violence
The cruise line suspends visits to its private resort in Labadee, Haiti, as a precaution amid escalating violence and political instability in the country.
- Royal Caribbean has suspended cruise ship stops to Labadee, Haiti, citing ongoing violence and political uncertainty as the reason.
- The suspension affects several sailings through mid-March, with the company monitoring the situation for further adjustments.
- Labadee is a private resort owned by Royal Caribbean, located far from the major cities where gang violence and civil unrest are concentrated.
- Haiti's Prime Minister Ariel Henry announced his resignation amid the crisis, adding to the political turmoil.
- The U.S. has deployed a Marine anti-terrorism unit to protect its embassy in Port-au-Prince, and citizens are advised to leave Haiti if possible.