Labadee

Haiti: All hands on deck, not business as usual

by Charlie Leocha on January 28, 2010

Editor’s note: We have had plenty of comments about Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines’ (RCCL) decision to go forward on schedule with visits to Labadee. Ned Levi came forward with a story supporting the efforts. Janice Hough offered her thoughts on the issue. Now, we hear from a non-profit the Center for Responsible Travel (CREST), that disagrees with RCCL’s decision to go forward with their stops in Labadee.

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Should we be drinking pina coladas on Royal Caribbean’s beaches in Haiti

by Janice Hough on January 20, 2010

Another of our bloggers, Janice Hough, has her perspective on RCCL’s decision to continue port calls to Ladabee and its pristine beach. While many travel companies create their own worst public relations messes, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line has found themselves in a difficult situation this week. And there isn’t a simple solution to please everyone. [...]

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