RCL - Leadership updates

MIAMI, Feb. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE:RCL) today announced the appointment of Christopher J. Wiernicki, former Chairman & CEO, American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Wiernicki brings more than four decades of commercial, government and international experience in marine and offshore design, along with operations, infrastructure and safety management, ports and bunkering, digitalization, cyber security, and clean energy transition expertise.During his fourteen-year tenure at the helm of ABS, a global leader

 Experience the Mediterranean like never before in Summer 2026, as Celebrity Xcel erases the line between ship and shore with The Bazaar, a first-of-its-kind destination immersion experience. MIAMI, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrity Xcel offers guests the chance to continue exploring the destinations they travel to long after the ship has left port at the transformative venue, The Bazaar. As Celebrity Xcel sails to Europe this summer, guests will immerse themselves in four new festivals that bring the sights, sounds, flavors and traditions of the Mediterranean along for the ride.   

With unforgettable new shows in The Theatre, immersive new dance parties, interactive activities, live music and unexpected surprises throughout the day, guests will find entertainment options to match every mood.  MIAMI, Oct. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- When Celebrity Xcel sets sail in November, guests will be immersed in all-new entertainment experiences, featuring the most resident performers delivering the greatest variety ever offered by the vacation brand. With three brand-new theatre productions, two interactive club shows, music experiences, elevated high-energy dance parties, interactive activities and endless surprises in between, every moment onboard is designed to spark connection a

Secure Priority Booking Access to be among the first to book a 2027 inaugural season vacation on Europe's iconic Danube and Rhine rivers MIAMI, Aug. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Be among the first to experience Celebrity River Cruises, as Priority Booking Access opens at 9 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. Guests who place a fully refundable $500 deposit will receive early access to book a 2027 sailing ahead of the general public and be among the first to receive the highly anticipated itinerary and stateroom details. "We are excited to offer guests the chance to experien

With a career spanning more than 35 years, Sparacino joins from Four Seasons Resorts and will lead the evolution of Silversea's award-winning culinary program MIAMI, Aug. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Silversea, the leading experiential luxury and expedition travel brand, has announced the appointment of Gianluca Sparacino as its new Global Head of Food and Beverage, effective August 18, 2025. A dynamic hospitality leader and culinary strategist, Sparacino brings deep experience across the finest epicurean destinations and luxury hospitality brands, along with strategic leadership to Silversea's innovative culinary and beverage program.  

MIAMI, June 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE:RCL) today announced that Richard Fain, Chair of the Board of Directors since 1988 and a visionary leader whose contributions helped shape the modern cruise industry, will be stepping down from his role as Chairman in Q4 2025. Fain will remain as a Director on the Board. Jason Liberty, Royal Caribbean Group President and CEO since January 3, 2022, was elected by the Board of Directors to succeed Fain as Chairman and CEO and will assume the role in Q4 2025. Additionally, John Brock, a member of the Board of Directo

Diana Ross will take center stage as the godmother of the ultimate family vacation coming August 2025 MIAMI, June 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The ultimate family vacation is getting ready to set sail, and a star-studded godmother is leading the way. Royal Caribbean has announced musical icon Diana Ross as the official godmother of Star of the Seas when the revolutionary Icon Class ship debuts August 2025. With her music inspiring generations of families, Ms. Ross will take the stage to welcome the newest family vacation sailing from Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida, and visiting the top-rated Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas.

'Date Night, All Day Long' with Celebrity Cruises' first ever brunch concept at al fresco venue, Bora, and enhanced all-day entertainment and nightlife offerings.  MIAMI, April 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- When it comes to couples' escapes, Celebrity Cruises has it covered. Celebrity Xcel®, the cruise line's newest elevated vacation experience, will give date night an upgrade by offering more variety than ever before to make couples getaways even more unforgettable. From Celebrity's first ever brunch offering at new al fresco restaurant, Bora; to the most expansive entertainment offering across Celebrity's fleet including new theatre and club shows, dance parties, and endless activities in betwe

Travelers can experience a variety of exciting four-to-14-night vacations on the state-of-the-art ship, which will cruise from Southampton from April through October.  MIAMI, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Back by popular demand for her second summer season from Southampton, Celebrity Cruises®' award-winning ship, Celebrity Apex® is offering itineraries to stunning destinations in 2025, from Northern Europe to Ibiza and the Canary Islands, including the premium cruise line's first ever Presidents' Cruise sailing in the Norwegian Fjords. "Guests told us how much they loved the

The brand new, ever-transforming space blends four unique festivals, alluring entertainment, experiential culinary offerings, and non-stop activities to bring destinations to guests like never before. MIAMI, Feb. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A transformational experience awaits on Celebrity Xcel. Introducing The Bazaar, a brand-new multi-level, multi-sensory space unlike anything else at sea. The new experience will be an epicenter of excitement on board and will introduce authentic experiences that extend guests' time "on shore" to enjoy destinations in an unconventional way. Offering non-stop exploration, The Bazaar invites guests to get swept away in the sights, sounds, flavors, and traditions

In an industry first, cruisers will help make key decisions across culinary, entertainment and interior design to finalize Celebrity Xcel, the cruise line's newest billion-dollar ship.  MIAMI, Jan. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrity Cruises is inviting vacationers worldwide to create their dream vacation experience on Celebrity Xcel® with Xcel 'Dream MakersSM.' Open to all who wish to join, this global community will test, try and vote on new experiences. Their selections will launch on Celebrity Xcel in November 2025 for vacationers to enjoy, further elevating the fifth ship in the cruise line's award-winning Edge® Series into a class of its own.

Advances Ongoing Commitment to Refreshment and Strong Corporate Governance Biumi Brings More Than 40 Years of Senior Financial, Operational and Board Experience Hilliard M. Eure III Retires From the Board MarineMax, Inc. (NYSE:HZO), the world's largest recreational boat, yacht and superyacht services Company, today announced the appointment of Bonnie S. Biumi to its Board of Directors, effective September 1, 2024. Ms. Biumi, 62, will also serve as chair of the Audit Committee, replacing Hilliard M. Eure III, who simultaneously will retire from the Board after 20 years of service. Ms. Biumi brings more than 40 years of public accounting and operational leadership experience across di

MIAMI, Aug. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) announced today that it has signed an agreement with Finnish shipbuilder Meyer Turku to order a fourth Icon Class ship for delivery to Royal Caribbean International in 2027. The agreement also includes options to build a fifth and sixth Icon Class ship.  "Building on the incredible momentum and market response to the launch of Icon of the Seas and the excitement for its sister ship, Star of the Seas, coming in 2025, we're thrilled to join with Meyer Turku once again to expand our roster of Icon Class ships

The GRAMMY-winning singer and songwriter and Utopia's godmother marked the milestone ahead of the ultimate short getaway's July 19 debut in Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida MIAMI, July 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Royal Caribbean International and GRAMMY-winning singer and songwriter Meghan Trainor rang in the vacation of celebrations, Utopia of the Seas, with a blowout summer party in Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida. Trainor, the godmother of the new vacation, marked the introduction of the ultimate short getaway in an official naming event on board with more than 4,000 partygoers, the legendary Rev Run and DJ Ruckus at the turntables, Royal Caribbean crew members and executives and more. Th

The GRAMMY-winning artist is revealed as godmother of the newest vacation, and fans have a chance to celebrate with her in concert through an exclusive giveaway, starting Friday, July 5 MIAMI, July 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The invitation of the summer is here: Royal Caribbean International and GRAMMY-winning artist Meghan Trainor are hosting the ultimate party and concert – and 52 fans have the chance to join the festivities. The world's largest cruise line has named the singer and songwriter godmother of the new Utopia of the Seas, the ultimate short getaway bringing weekend energy to every day of the week, and the duo will celebrate with an exclusive 3-night celebration starting July 15. Be

University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science's Rescue a Reef coral restoration program celebrates World Oceans Day with a new coral restoration site creating over a thousand coral colonies MIAMI, June 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This World Oceans Day, Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE:RCL) is celebrating the oceans it sails by partnering with Inter Miami CF to sponsor six months' worth of coral restoration expeditions with Rescue a Reef. The citizen science program run by the University of Miami Rosenstiel School will help provide meaningful, hands-on opportunities for local South Florida communities to contribute to coral gardening and reef restoration. The collabo

The Most Decorated Fútbol Player in History Will Welcome the World's Best Family Vacation at an Exclusive Celebration in January 2024 MIAMI, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- An iconic kickoff is set to mark the start of a new era of vacations when Royal Caribbean International's revolutionary Icon of the Seas debuts January 2024. The world's largest cruise line has revealed sports icon Lionel Messi is the official Icon of Icon of the Seas. As the Icon of the first-of-its-kind combination of every vacation, the most decorated fútbol player in history will welcome the new ship at an exclusive naming celebration in Miami.

MIAMI, March 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE:RCL) announced the appointment of Rebecca Yeung, corporate vice president, operations science and advanced technology at FedEx Corporation (NYSE:FDX), to its Board of Directors, effective March 15, 2023. "Ms. Yeung brings a valuable combination of skills to our board, as she is well-versed in technology, digitization and business strategy," said Richard D. Fain, Chairman of the Board, Royal Caribbean Group. "We're excited to welcome Rebecca Yeung to the Board of Directors as we continue to deliver the wor

MIAMI, Feb. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE:RCL) today announced the appointment of Governor Michael O. Leavitt, three-time elected governor of Utah and former Secretary of Health and Human Services during President George W. Bush's administration, to its Board of Directors. "Governor Leavitt's leadership of the Healthy Sail Panel and tireless work to synthesize cross-disciplinary expertise into safety guidelines for the entire cruise industry led directly to our successful return to sail amid the COVID-19 pandemic," said Richard Fain, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Royal Caribbean Group. "His knowledge and experience in finding solutions to public health issues 

MIAMI, Dec. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) today announced the appointment of Amy C. McPherson, former president and managing director of Europe for Marriott International, to its Board of Directors. Her appointment was effective as of December 21, 2020. "I am honored to welcome Amy to our board of directors," said Richard D. Fain, Royal Caribbean Group's chairman and CEO. "Her many years of involvement in the growth of the travel industry, as well as her deep experience in the development of international markets, will be a valuable addition to the board." McPherson spent more than 30 years in leadership roles at Marriott International, including 10 years of s