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Royal Caribbean adds two early Hero of the Seas cruises

The August 2027 departures from PortMiami include seven-night and three-night itineraries featuring Perfect Day at CocoCay.

Crystal plans to add five accommodations during a dry dock, with the new suites scheduled to enter service in May 2028.

The Okinawa facility is expected to enter service by March 2028 and accommodate ships of up to 220,000 gross tonnes under its project plan.

The Monaco-based naval architect says the time has come to convert offshore vessels, with platform supply vessels central to his vision.