Royal Caribbean’s ‘Perfect Day at CocoCay’ in the Bahamas is the cruise giant’s top-rated destination of the hundreds its ships visit around the world. Now Royal Caribbean Group is expanding the concept to Mexico’s Caribbean coast.
Beginning in 2027, Royal Caribbean Group ships will dock at Mahahual on the Costa Maya in the southern end of Quintana Roo to enjoy what the company is calling “a slice of paradise that combines Royal Caribbean’s adrenaline-pumping thrills and ways to chill with the vibrancy and beauty of Mexico.”
“Perfect Day at CocoCay has been a gamechanger for both our guests and our business,” said Jason Liberty, president and CEO, Royal Caribbean Group. “With travellers prioritizing unique experiences and destinations driving their booking decisions, we’re excited to expand our Perfect Day Collection by creating Perfect Day Mexico to super serve guests who want to explore the Western Caribbean.”
Royal Caribbean’s Adventure of the Seas at CocoCay. (photo via Royal Caribbean International) (Photo Credit: Royal Caribbean Media License)
Details on the new destination will be revealed over the coming months. But Royal Caribbean is promising “an unparalleled lineup of experiences and locally inspired twists across the design, flavours and spirit.” It says highlights will include an all-new waterpark; “jaw-dropping pools and beaches,” restaurants, bars, music and more.
“Since the introduction of Perfect Day at CocoCay in 2019, our top-rated destination, the memories made by millions have paved the way for the unbelievable experience that will be Perfect Day Mexico,” said Michael Bayley, president and CEO, Royal Caribbean International.
“Destinations are a big part of why families and adventurers vacation with Royal Caribbean, and in collaboration with Mexico’s state of Quintana Roo, we are unlocking new and unparalleled ways to make memories in a destination known and loved for its natural beauty, warm culture and prime location. We look forward to revealing more soon.”
Along with Royal Beach Club Cozumel, the recently announced beach experience in Cozumel, Mexico, that opens in 2026, Perfect Day Mexico will be a hallmark of Royal Caribbean vacations in the western Caribbean.
Hideaway Beach at Perfect Day at CocoCay (Photo Credit: Sarah Kuta)
The line says the new Perfect Day will also be a modern, sustainable destination that advances Royal Caribbean’s longstanding partnership with the local government and community to continue bringing vacationers from around the world to Mexico well into the future. The development aligns with parent company Royal Caribbean Group’s ‘SEA the Future’ commitment to deliver the best vacation experiences responsibly by sustaining the planet, energizing communities and accelerating innovation.
“We are very excited that Royal Caribbean has decided to invest in Mahahual, a land of opportunity and hard-working people,” said Mara Lezama, governor of the state of Quintana Roo. “I am sure that guests will be marvelled by the beauties that southern Quintana Roo has to offer but most importantly, the kindness of our people.”