Royal Caribbean Cruises .(US:RCL) Bei Jing Shang Bao·2026-01-22 16:14Core Insights - Royal Caribbean officially announced its deployment plan for the "Spectrum of the Seas" cruise line from May 2026 to April 2027, focusing on new destinations and flexible travel options for Chinese tourists [1] Group 1: Deployment Plan - The 2026-2027 China homeport cruise plan includes a new destination, Yeosu, South Korea, and features a "Great Loop" deep-dive cruise during the National Day holiday in 2026, catering to family vacations and flexible leisure travel [1] - The "Spectrum of the Seas" will be deployed year-round in the Chinese market, with Shanghai and Hong Kong as core homeports, offering diverse itinerary designs and destination combinations to meet the vacation needs of Chinese tourists [1] Group 2: Destination Expansion - Starting in May 2026, Royal Caribbean will introduce Yeosu as a new destination, enhancing the richness of its South Korean cruise offerings [1] - During the National Day holiday in 2026, the "Spectrum of the Seas" will create a "Great Loop" itinerary connecting three popular destinations: Incheon, Jeju, and Busan, showcasing urban, cultural, and island scenery [1] Group 3: Operational Timeline - The "Spectrum of the Seas" is set to arrive in Hong Kong on November 1, 2026, to commence homeport operations and will return to Shanghai on January 19, 2027, indicating a strong commitment to the Chinese market [1]