Royal Caribbean’s $600M Investment Transforms Mahahual

The Royal Caribbean Group has announced a $600 million investment in Mahahual, a move that is expected to stimulate economic growth and development in rural communities. The investment will enable the creation of new tourist experiences, fostering shared prosperity within the local economy.

This significant investment will unlock Mahahual's potential by improving infrastructure, enhancing services, and raising the quality of offerings. The Governor, Mara Lezama Espinosa, expressed her satisfaction with the investment, emphasizing the importance of sustainable growth that benefits the local population.

Governor Mara Lezama said, "We are thrilled about this new investment in the state, which builds on other recent investments made by the consortium, such as the Royal Beach Club in Cozumel last year. The redevelopment of the Mahahual cruise port will transform this beautiful Caribbean destination and reaffirm our commitment to sustainability and community well-being."

She further explained that the New Era of the Mexican Caribbean is inspired by a model of responsible development, environmentally friendly, and community-led. This approach is exemplified in destinations like Maya Ka'an. Michael Bayley, president and CEO of Royal Caribbean International, announced the investment via a digital connection. He stated that the project, Perfect Day Mexico, aims to transform the destination experience and elevate Quintana Roo as a modern and sustainable tourist benchmark.

The project aligns with the State Development Plan and is part of the New Agreement for the Well-being and Development of Quintana Roo promoted by Governor Mara Lezama. The project will strengthen tourist infrastructure, improve quality, and reaffirm the consortium's confidence in Mahahual's tourist potential and commitment to the local community.

The project will be developed in collaboration with the State Agency for Strategic Projects and the University of Quintana Roo, ensuring that social and community impacts are prioritized. The investment is expected to create over 1,000 jobs between 2025 and 2027, and nearly 1,000 direct jobs to operate the new tourist experience.

A direct connection to Limones station is also planned, facilitating access to the Maya Train and promoting visits to destinations throughout the state. This reinforces the strategy in the new Era of Tourism in the Mexican Caribbean.