ROYAL CARIBBEAN INTERNATIONALPASSENGER STATISTICS FOR 2025 Who Is Sailing?MAJOR GLOBAL DESTINATIONS Where Does Royal Caribbean Take Its Passengers?MEET THE FLEET 29 Ships, One Royal Experience2025 SOURCE MARKETS Where Do Royal Caribbean Passengers Come From?STRATEGIC DECISIONS How Royal Caribbean Shapes the Future of Cruising PUBLISHED 2026WHERE THE SEA TAKES YOU Passengers • Destinations • Cruise Experiences
ABOUT ROYALABOUT ROYAL CARIBBEANCARIBBEAN ABOUT ROYAL CARIBBEANWHERE IT ALL BEGAN 1969 marked the beginning of Royal Caribbean International, founded with a vision to create a new kind of cruise vacation. Its first ship, Song of Norway, entered service in 1970. THE FOUNDERS Royal Caribbean was established by three Norwegian shipping companies: ANDERS WILHELMSEN & COMPANY I.M. SKAUGEN & COMPANY GOTAAS LARSEN WHAT IS ROYAL CARIBBEAN? Royal Caribbean International is a major global cruise line and a leading brand of Royal Caribbean Group. It is known for creating experience-focused vacations that bring together travel, entertainment, adventure, and relaxation at sea. COMPANY MISSION “DELIVER THE BEST VACATIONS RESPONSIBLY.” This mission of Royal Caribbean Group reflects its commitment to creating memorable vacation experiences while operating responsibly. VISION & PURPOSE Royal Caribbean's direction centers on redefining the vacation experience through innovation, exceptional service, and responsible growth. Through SEA the Future, the company focuses on: SUSTAINING THE PLANET ENERGIZING COMMUNITIES ACCELERATING INNOVATION WHAT ROYAL CARIBBEAN STANDS FOR INNOVATION Pushing the boundaries of cruise experiences. ADVENTURE Creating exciting experiences for travelers. ENTERTAINMENT Making the journey engaging and memorable. FAMILY Creating experiences for different generations. POSITION IN THE CRUISE INDUSTRY Royal Caribbean is recognized as one of the world's leading cruise brands, with a strong reputation for innovation and experience-focused cruising. Its parent company, Royal Caribbean Group, is one of the world's largest cruise companies and includes Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea. ROYAL CARIBBEAN TODAY 31 SHIPS 270+ DESTINATIONS 200+ PORTS WORLDWIDE 80+ COUNTRIES 100M+ GUESTS SAILED Category 6 Waterpark AquaTheater FlowRider Central Park
Royal Railway – Utopia StationICON OF THE SEASIcon ClassIcon of the Seas is Royal Caribbean’s first Icon Class ship, created as a complete family vacation at sea. It combines thrilling attractions, relaxing spaces, entertainment, dining, and family-friendly experiences in one destination. From record-breaking waterslides to innovative pools and neighborhoods, the ship offers something for every member of the family.STAR OF THE SEASIcon ClassCategory 6 WaterparkCrown’s EdgeAquaDomeSurfsideStar of the Seas is positioned by Royal Caribbean as “The World’s Best Family Vacation,” bringing together larger-than-life thrills, non-stop chill, entertainment, dining, and family bonding. It sails weeklong Caribbean getaways from Port Canaveral, with every sailing including a stop at Perfect Day at CocoCay.The PearlThe HideawayCentral ParkCategory 6 WaterparkOasis ClassUtopia of the Seas is Royal Caribbean’s sixth Oasis Class ship, introduced in 2024 as “The World’s Biggest Weekend.” Designed for short 3- and 4- night getaways, it combines thrilling activities, unique dining, entertainment, relaxation, and visits to Perfect Day at CocoCay. Its standout experiences turn a short cruise into a complete weekend escape.Quantum ClassUltimate AbyssPesky ParrotAquaTheaterSpectrum of the Seas is Royal Caribbean’s first Quantum Ultra Class ship, combining cutting-edge technology, thrilling adventures, family experiences, and Asian-inspired dining with elevated luxury accommodations.North Star®RipCord by iFLY®Bionic Bar®Ultimate Family SuitUTOPIA OF THE SEASSPECTRUM OF THE SEAS
RECOVERY Passenger volumes rebounded strongly after 2020. GROWTH 2025 recorded the highest quarterly levels in the period shown. STRONG DEMAND Passenger volumes remained above 2.2 million in every quarter of 2025. PASSENGER STATISTICS FOR 2025 PASSENGER TREND | 2019–2025PASSENGER TREND | 2019–2025 Royal Caribbean Group's passenger numbers show the sharp decline during the 2020 cruise suspension, followed by a strong recovery from 2021 onward. By 2025, quarterly passenger volumes reached their highest levels in the period shown. Presented by Royal Caribbean Group LINE CHART — QUARTERLY PASSENGER FIGURES, 2019–20252025 HIGHLIGHT9.45 MILLIONTOTAL PASSENGERS IN 20252025 maintained strong passenger volumes, with the highest quarter recorded in Q4 at 2,484,241 passengers.Source: Royal Caribbean GroupWHAT THE NUMBERS SHOW37.2 MILLIONOCEAN-GOING CRUISERS GLOBALLYThe global figure highlights the strength and resilience of the cruise industry, with millions of travelers continuing to choose ocean cruising in 2025.Source: Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA)
