Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd operates one of the world's largest cruise fleets, with 69 ships serving more than 1,000 destinations across all seven continents. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Miami, Florida, the company manages three wholly owned cruise brands - Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea Cruises - alongside a 50% stake in TUI Cruises.
The group's technical capabilities span ship design and naval architecture, where it has pioneered record-breaking vessel innovations, alongside cruise operations, hospitality management, and private destination development. The company is expanding its portfolio of private beach clubs and island destinations from three to eight locations by 2028, while preparing to enter river cruising through Celebrity River Cruises in 2027.
Sustainability underpins the company's strategy through its SEA the Future framework, which guides efforts to sustain the planet, energise communities, and accelerate innovation. The workforce represents over 130 nationalities, reflecting its global operational footprint and scale. Royal Caribbean was named to Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies 2026 list.