The Independent Has Contacted Royal Caribbean for Comment

The affected cruises were originally scheduled to depart from Los Angeles and visit ports in Mexico, the cruise line told People this week. The changes stem from Royal Caribbean's expansion in the Asia-Pacific region for the 2027-28 season. "Royal Caribbean is committed to providing the best vacation experiences.

This process includes making updates to itineraries, as necessary, to accommodate scheduling, port agreements, and other operational considerations, the cruise line told People. Guests and travel partners who booked the affected voyages have been contacted directly about the changes and available options, according to the outlet. The Independent has contacted Royal Caribbean for comment.

The Navigator of the Seas will operate in Asia year-round from October 2026 through October 2027, offering shorter two- to five-night cruises around Southeast Asia with destinations in countries including Vietnam, Malaysia and Thailand. The ship will also offer a longer 12-night voyage from Tokyo to Singapore. Royal Caribbean opened bookings for these itineraries on Tuesday.

"Deployment planning is dynamic and regularly reviewed based on demand, capacity requirements, and broader fleet considerations, a Royal Caribbean spokesperson told The Independent at the time. Affected guests could reportedly switch to another Royal Caribbean trip, move to select ships, or receive a full refund, including prepaid add-ons, if no suitable alternative was available, according to the unofficial Royal Caribbean Blog and The Travel at the time.