Quick answer (featured snippet)
Q: Is Celebrity still calling at Labadee in 2026?
A: No — Celebrity’s advisory shows Labadee calls removed through 2026 on many itineraries; check your booking for updated ports. Celebrity Cruises
What changed & why this matters
Celebrity Cruises (part of Royal Caribbean Group) has been rolling out itinerary modifications that remove Labadee, Haiti from a growing list of Caribbean sailings — including dates deep into early–spring 2026. The official “Itinerary Modifications” page lists affected departures by ship and date, and the accompanying guest letters confirm the port swap and how refunds for pre-booked activities are handled. Celebrity Cruises+3Celebrity Cruises+3Celebrity Cruises+3
Sister brand Royal Caribbean International has separately extended its own pause on Labadee calls through spring 2026, citing safety and security considerations — a key signal that the wider brand family does not expect near-term returns to Labadee. Florida Today+2Travel + Leisure+2
Proof it’s real: examples from Celebrity’s own updates
- Celebrity Apex – Nov 15, 2025: Labadee canceled; Grand Turk added. Letter also states automatic refunds for any pre-paid Celebrity shore excursions tied to the canceled port. Celebrity Cruises
- Celebrity Apex – Jan 10, 2026: Labadee canceled; George Town (Grand Cayman) and Cozumel added. Auto-refunds reiterated. Celebrity Cruises
- Celebrity Apex – Feb 7, 2026: Labadee canceled; Grand Cayman and Cozumel added. Auto-refunds reiterated. Celebrity Cruises
- Celebrity Beyond – Aug 17, 2025: Labadee canceled; Grand Turk added on an itinerary that already included Perfect Day at CocoCay. Auto-refunds reiterated. Celebrity Cruises
You can browse the rolling list of modified sailings (which includes multiple Apex departures into April 2026) on Celebrity’s official Itinerary Modifications hub. Celebrity Cruises
Typical substitutions you’ll see
Based on Celebrity’s guest letters and the modified-sailings hub, the most common swaps have been:
- Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos) Celebrity Cruises+1
- George Town (Grand Cayman) and Cozumel (Mexico) Celebrity Cruises+1
- Occasional Nassau or an added sea day, depending on operations (varies by sailing; watch your specific letter/booking). (General practice across lines when a Caribbean port drops.)
- Select itineraries may also feature Perfect Day at CocoCay — Celebrity now advertises calls there, and some updated Beyond itineraries still include it. Celebrity Cruises+1
Refunds, comps & what actually happens to your money
Pre-paid Celebrity shore excursions for Labadee (including cabanas) are automatically refunded to your original form of payment when the port is canceled. You’ll see that spelled out in the guest letters. Celebrity Cruises+2Celebrity Cruises+2
Cruise fare: When a port is replaced with a comparable call (e.g., Grand Turk), lines typically don’t adjust base cruise fare — the standard cruise contract allows itinerary changes. Independent coverage explains that compensation isn’t guaranteed when ports change, though lines often refund impacted tours and adjust any unused port taxes/fees. Always check your own Guest Ticket Contract. The Points Guy+1
Timing note: Celebrity’s letters also warn that, while they re-tool your itinerary, your booking may be temporarily unavailable in the app/online for up to five business days. Celebrity Cruises
What to do if your sailing lost Labadee
- Open your specific guest letter (link in your email or in the Itinerary Modifications page) to see the replacement port and updated arrival/departure times. Celebrity Cruises
- Check your Cruise Planner / app after the temporary blackout window to confirm refunds posted and to book new excursions for the substitute port. Celebrity Cruises
- Re-plan your day ashore:
- Grand Turk: compact beach day near port; snorkeling, lighthouse, Governor’s Beach. Celebrity Cruises
- Grand Cayman: Stingray City, beach clubs, foodie stops; tendering required. (See our Bahamas Tender vs Dock guide for accessibility logic that also applies to Cayman-style tenders.) /bahamas-tender-vs-dock-accessibility-2025-26/
- Cozumel: beach clubs (day passes), reefs, Chankanaab, or mainland ruins via ferry. Celebrity Cruises
- Perfect Day at CocoCay (if included): consider Thrill Waterpark or cabanas; Celebrity now sells itineraries that call there. Celebrity Cruises
- Watch sister-brand signals: Royal Caribbean International’s pause runs into spring 2026, so don’t bank on Labadee coming back suddenly. Florida Today+1
- Value check: If your sea days increased, revisit packages with our tools (e.g., /drinks-gratuities-calculator/).
Planning alternatives (you still want a “private beach” vibe)
- Perfect Day at CocoCay vs. Celebration Key: If your trip now leans Bahamas, compare Royal’s private options with Carnival’s new build-out to understand what’s included, price points, and crowd flow. /royal-beach-club-vs-celebration-key-guide/
- Royal Beach Club (Nassau) day pass (Dec 2025+) may appear on some Bahamas-heavy routes. If your revised sailing hits Nassau, watch for day-pass inventory and mobility details in our guide. (Brand-owned, capacity-managed beach day; book early.)
- Cozumel & Grand Cayman day-pass strategy: Many beach clubs sell à la carte passes; book early on peak weeks.
Are Royal Caribbean sailings affected the same way?
Largely yes. RCI publicly extended its Labadee suspension into spring 2026; several reports confirm the longer pause following the initial 2024/2025 suspensions. Expect similar Grand Turk / Bahamas / DR / Cayman substitutions or an extra sea day, driven by berth and operational constraints. Travel + Leisure+1
FAQs
1) What if I booked a Labadee cabana or excursion?
If you purchased Celebrity-operated Labadee tours (including cabanas), they are automatically refunded to your original form of payment when the port drops. Check your Cruise Planner and credit card statements; rebook for your new port once options appear. Celebrity Cruises
2) Will Celebrity substitute Perfect Day at CocoCay instead?
Sometimes. Celebrity now includes Perfect Day at CocoCay on select itineraries, and some modified Beyond sailings still feature it while swapping Labadee for Grand Turk. Substitutions depend on ship/berth availability. Celebrity Cruises+1
3) Are Royal Caribbean brand ships affected, too?
Yes. Royal Caribbean International has extended its Labadee pause through spring 2026; monitor RCI’s travel notices and your booking for port swaps or added sea days. Travel + Leisure+1
4) Do I get money back if a port is changed?
You’ll typically receive refunds for canceled, pre-paid ship-run excursions and any unused port taxes/fees. There’s no guaranteed fare compensation when an alternate port is provided — that’s standard across cruise ticket contracts. The Points Guy
5) My booking disappeared from the app — is that normal?
Yes. Celebrity’s guest letters note your booking can be temporarily unavailable for up to five business days while the itinerary is retooled. Try again after that window. Celebrity Cruises
Announcement vs. Effective dates (context)
- Announcement cadence: Celebrity is posting rolling Modified Sailings and guest letters throughout 2024–2025. Celebrity Cruises
- Effective period: The changes impact late-2025 and extend into 2026, as shown on Celebrity Apex and Beyond examples above. Celebrity Cruises+2Celebrity Cruises+2
