Royal Caribbean Cruise Loses Three Ports as Hurricane Simon Forces Major Itinerary Changes

Hurricane Simon Forces Voyager of the Seas to Cancel Multiple Ports and Visit Cabo San Lucas Twice

The ship's eight-night Mexican Riviera cruise, which departed Los Angeles on 8th October 2026, has undergone two itinerary revisions.

The ship will now visit Cabo San Lucas twice instead of calling at several originally scheduled destinations.

What Has Changed?

• Catalina Island: Cancelled.

• Mazatlán: Cancelled.

• Puerto Vallarta: Cancelled following deteriorating weather conditions.

• Cabo San Lucas: A second visit is scheduled for 13 October, from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.

• Return to Los Angeles: Still expected on 16 October.

This means passengers will visit just one destination twice during their eight-night cruise. Puerto Vallarta's port authority has also confirmed the cancellation of the ship's scheduled visit.

Royal Caribbean Offers Compensation

Royal Caribbean is providing onboard credit based on cabin category:

Interior and ocean view $50 per stateroom

Balcony $100 per stateroom

Suite $250 per stateroom

Additional third and fourth guests receive $25 each.

Passengers are also being offered a 20% discount on shore excursions during the second Cabo San Lucas visit.

Pre-booked Royal Caribbean excursions for cancelled ports will be refunded.

Cruising Donna who is now on the ship received a letter by Royal Caribbean

Why Is This Happening?

Hurricane Simon has caused significant disruption along Mexico's Pacific coastline.

The US National Hurricane Center reported dangerous winds and flooding conditions on 12th October, with the storm threatening coastal communities and maritime operations.

Royal Caribbean reportedly decided that visiting Puerto Vallarta would not be safe under the forecast conditions. National Hurricane Center