Royal Caribbean Continues to Lead the Vacation Industry Securing Several Travel Awards in 2026

Royal Caribbean has had a stellar year in 2026, sweeping a wide range of prestigious travel awards across ships, destinations, and brand recognition.

Brand Awards
- Southern Living’s South’s Best 2026: Ranked #1 Best Cruise Line after surveying 17,000 travelers.
- The Points Guy Awards: Won Best Cruise Line for Families and Best Cruise Line Loyalty Program.
- Newsweek Reader’s Choice Awards: Four ships — Star, Symphony, Oasis, and Anthem of the Seas — took the top four spots for Best Cruise Ships for Families 2026.
- Travel Weekly Globe Travel Awards: Named Best Mainstream Ocean Cruise Company for the 19th consecutive year.
- Cruise Excellence Awards: Won Best Ship in the Mediterranean (Allure of the Seas), Best Entertainment, and Best Brand Recognition by Travel Agencies.
- TTG China Travel Awards: Recognized as Best Cruise Operator in China.

Ship Awards
- Star of the Seas: Crowned Best Cruise Overall in the inaugural PureWow Travel Awards.
- Featured on Condé Nast Traveler’s Hot List 2026 as one of the best new cruises worldwide.
- Praised for innovations like Infinite Balcony staterooms, seven pools, and entertainment such as Back to the Future: The Musical.

Exclusive Destination Awards
- Royal Beach Club Paradise Island (Nassau, Bahamas): Highlighted in Women’s Health Travel Awards 2026 for “reset-worthy cruises,” offering both lively party vibes and serene relaxation.

Global Reach
Royal Caribbean continues to expand with itineraries across 300+ destinations in 80 countries, including standout experiences at Perfect Day CocoCay in The Bahamas and new Royal Beach Clubs in Paradise Island and Santorini. Future plans include deeper journeys in East Asia starting in 2027.