Murders, kidnappings and terrorism: The picture postcard Caribbean islands now a no-go for American tourists

By JAMES CIRRONE, US NEWS REPORTER

There are at least three Caribbean islands American tourists are being steered away from due to crime and terrorism spiraling out of control.

Most recently, Royal Caribbean announced on Wednesday that its ships would no longer visit its private beach in Haiti until at least April 2026.

Previously many ships that left from various ports in Florida would stop in Labadee, where Royal Caribbean has a 260-acre resort on the northern coast of Haiti. The area is known for its white sand beaches, coral reefs and jungle-covered hilltops.

The cruise line cited growing safety concerns tied to the country's worsening political instability.

The cancellation affects dozens of upcoming itineraries, but the company noted that it is in the process of notifying affected customers.

This decision from Royal Caribbean follows the US State Department's Level 4: Do Not Travel advisory for Haiti, which was reissued in July 2025.

The bulletin warns travelers of 'kidnapping, crime, terrorist activity, civil unrest, and limited health care'.

'Crimes involving firearms are common in Haiti. They include robbery, carjackings, sexual assault, and kidnappings for ransom. Do not travel to Haiti for any reason,' it continued.

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