The Caribbean is projected t make up 40pc of the world’s cruise capacity in 2024.
Caribbean capacity has been steadily increasing since the post-pandemic restart, with record numbers seen for the second consecutive year in 2024.
Royal Caribbean International, with the addition of three ships to its Caribbean fleet, will become the largest operator in the region this year.
The new Icon of the Seas, the world’s largest cruise ship with a capacity of 5,610 guests, launched year-round service from Miami in January, leading Royal Caribbean International to take over the largest operator title from Carnival Cruise Line. Other major cruise lines contributing to the positive trend in the Caribbean include MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Oceania Cruises, Virgin Voyages, and Margaritaville at Sea.
