Labadee, Haiti Cruise Walkaround Tour

[@JM-ev8wt]

My wife and I was there 3 years ago and we truly fell in love with Labadee. We are going there with my in-laws there in December.

[@markrichards6863]

This is my favorite cruise line, private resort, better than anything I've seen in the Bahamas. I love the bay side beach, with crystal clear water. It's a really beautiful spot.

[@runlolarun8930]

Wow Haiti is so beautiful when it's cared for.

[@MrAllmightyCornholioz]

This is a tourist area. As a private company, they have no obligations to help their own citizens in poverty.

[@myrthanormil9447]

Yes, this is my country! Haiti is beautiful and Labadee is a paradise. Thank you for this great video describing a day in Labadee!

[@Valdiant]

Have you been to Labadee?

[@ryanm4013]

Absolutely the best Labadee video out there. Thanks again Matt for all that you do to help us fellow cruisers out. I’ve learned so much from your videos!

[@gwcrispi]

We just got off Oasis that stopped here. My wife rented one of the cabana things in Columbus Cove. Best money we spent. The staff brought us our drinks so we never waited at the bar and we were real close to that dining area. Absolutely the best way to spend a day at the beach. Oh, the view of the ship was nice too.

[@camiemetelus6455]

No matter what I loved ❤ ♥ 💗 💕 my country Haiti so much

[@MarkSchmaling]

Great Video Matt. The only comment that I could think of is that Labadee has the Hottest Sun in the Caribbean. Keep reapplying that sun screen.

[@LadyJ84]

We were apprehensive about this port when we booked, after seeing your video…..we are really looking forward to it!!! Thank you so much for the tour!!!

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mariepolynice9171]

Stop listening to the racist u.s media, it's Hillary Clinton and the democrats missions to destroy Haiti 🇭🇹, trump 2024

[@TeaWithTay]

How was it ???

[@Eric-id8nu]

Do they really eat cats and dogs?

[@emoney1340]

@@Eric-id8nuno

[@Mary-io1mb]

That zipline looks like so much fun😆👍@ 6:43 love to relax and catch up on some reading in hammocks. Cool looking hammocks.

[@zutropolazutropola4449]

Great video! This is certainly the best in depth Labadee video out there. I love the variety of things to do including the artisan market. It seems like you can get food, drinks, the beach, and some of the culture in one place!

[@maries7058]

Been to Labadee many times before and never knew about the ferry! Nice to know about the walking paths too, thanks Matt!

[@misty1tl]

This totally changed my mind about an itinerary I was looking at. I like how you highlight the alternative water park experience.

[@safari79]

Same!!

[@zach2992]

Very happy to have this. Going to Labadee in November with some people who have never been, so I'm glad I can give them the lay of the land.

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Glad this video is helpful!

[@angelique7250]

So am I. I'm going November 27th

[@tchalymonestime7292]

Wow, that’s a very nice video of labadee. We really need a big pool with bar on it in labadee. They got a lot of place to add a big pool, labadee is huge! Thanks for the video.

[@chuckdill3567]

I've been on dozens of RCCL shore excursions and one of the very best was THE WALKING TOUR OF LABADEE. Highly recommend it

[@chuckdill3567]

I agree

[@stephkurdi1203]

Love love love!!! Labadee & Coco Cay are gonna be must stops on the cruise I book. GREAT VIDEO

[@toomaskleine]

hey matt, Tom here. we are currently on the Granduer , enjoying the carib. My wife and I signed up for the World Cruise, the ASIA 87 day section, EXCITED!!! Tom

[@jamescoeling3660]

This is the first video of this place I’ve seen. We’re going there at the end of may. Thanks I appreciate this video!!!

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Welcome!!

[@nikkitrenary6945]

Thank you for doing all these video tours. We're going on Harmony of the seas in September. I'm so excited to see all these places. I had no idea there was so much to do.

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

You are so welcome!

[@jeftenytadec4758]

Mom

[@skeletor9121]

Now that Royal Caribbean has opened Labadee back up, hoping it helps the Haitian people somewhat after all the turmoil they’ve experienced over the past several years.

[@bugwar5545]

Well, at least a few of them will have part time jobs thanks to the tourists. As for the turmoil, good luck with improving that.

[@raaid85]

the only thing that can save haiti is US not overthrowing our leaders when and installing puppet regimes

[@bugwar5545]

@@raaid85 So you are implying that Haiti will save itself only if no one intervenes?

[@raaid85]

@@bugwar5545 haiti has had great leadwrs like aristide in the past. US overthrew thwm and inatalled puppet dictators in place. qhy dont u look uo who papa doc and baby doc duvalier r

[@laurenl4570]

it’s closed again lol

[@josephineshearer7691]

This is the best video of Labadee ever. You really showed me what I can do on the peninsula. My itinerary is set!

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Glad it was helpful!

[@txpatriotgirl]

We visited Labadee in February on the Jewel of the Seas, and I had low expectations of this stop. But, I loved it! There aren't many videos out there of this port that are as bright and pretty as this one, but luckily you had great weather. We did too and found this to be the best beach day. The Zip Line is expensive, but it was worth it, and we had never done a zip line before.

[@Aniexo_]

Why did you have low expectations.?.

[@primeninja9]

@@Aniexo_ racism and false depictions of Haiti

[@Lewis-fr9mu]

@@primeninja9 Haitian isn't a race

[@primeninja9]

@@Lewis-fr9mu never said it was they’re Taino and African

[@Lewis-fr9mu]

@@primeninja9 then how is it racism

[@jodura3363]

Beautiful. So beautiful. Just beautiful.

[@austinsvidz]

Thank you for doing a labadee tour! Literally yesterday I was searching for a labadee video to send my mom about our future cruise on Harmony! Your channel was the first place I looked; alas, no video. Then you come out with one today 😂 almost perfect timing

[@micheleteleky1099]

Much improvement from 6 years ago. Nice to see and would love to go back

[@FraserAtSea]

This place just looks absolutely stunning!

[@NezukoChan6366]

I have been there on a President's Cruise and did a B2B. I am totally shock 😮 that Labadee is a whole peninsula. I only seen the area where Billie Ocean at the Beach Bash and where locals performed on the island. Wow! I got to go back and Explored. Thanks so much for sharing this 411‼️💯😎

[@JanvierArland]

HAYTI chérie 🇭🇹✊🏿

[@msmiah85]

😊wow, this is beautiful. Gorgeous part of Haiti 🇭🇹

[@sjockieawise94]

I will be there Christmas eve 2023. Super excited

[@danstock9865]

Stopping here in Feb '24. Thanks, it was informative.

[@mrkyeg]

Thanks for this in-depth look at Labadee, makes me even more excited for my cruise in several months!

[@Meatkleenex]

my family is going on a cruise and this is the first stop and i was nervous because iv never been out of the U.S. and this video made me feel more at ease about going to a place iv only heard bad things about

[@mariepolynice9171]

Im glad you've stated, know that the us wants to destroy Haiti sooo bad, the us media is part of the evil axis, please stop believe in the media

[@MerryShai]

Went to Labadee in 2019 & it really was just a beach day, we really liked seeing the local artisans & their work. The one thing is it was just really hot lol I couldn't stay on the beach for too long. I didn't walk around too much though, if we decide to go back then I'll try to do more.

[@cynthiabills5517]

Wonderful tour. Nice to know what to expect.

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@robertfromlifewithfavor]

Thanks Matt, we will be here in about 1 hour. Perfect timing and a great video.

[@cynthiavazquez8044]

Thanks so much for this- have never been there and really didn't know what to expect. Really appreciate all you do!

[@lurdesvieira7141]

Uma Linda Ilha privada. Lá estive num cruzeiro da Royal Caribeen. Love .❤❤❤❤👍

[@YouCanDoItKaren]

Matt, you are wonderful 👏at RC videos and answering questions. I really appreciate it; I am an experienced cruiser 🛳 but next week I will be on my first RC cruise...and your channel has been invaluable!

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Really glad this was helpful!

[@dawnboyd1784]

We had an over water cabana. We originally purchased a beach cabana and were upgraded as the original location we being used for a staff party. It was beautiful but if you have any mobility problems it won’t be easy to get into the water.

[@Lilcharleyy]

How much was it to rent it?

[@dawnboyd1784]

@@Lilcharleyy It was 4 years ago so it was much less expensive. I want to say $250

[@stevemeyer.makesmyhearthea4638]

Has a great time excellent weather. No complaints here. Recommend

[@margaret6527]

Thank you for this. Never been to Labadee but it looks like I might like it better than Coco Cay (can I say that out loud?). I'm not really a pool/lay around on the beach person. The walking trails look like something I would love as well as the alpine coaster. Can't wait to get there and explore for myself.

[@bugwar5545]

Yep. Makes me wonder if there will be time for it all.

[@malloryjines5050]

Be careful about getting too far away from the main area. Like they say, it’s a peninsula, NOT and island and there is a fence separating this area from the rest of Haiti. There are some sketchy individuals there that try to get you into their shops. We were there right before Covid. Food was blah, flies all over it. Beach area is beautiful but we decided there was more to do on the ship.

[@bgregg55]

I loved Labadee. I wish RC had a 7 day cruise that just went & stayed there. There's more than enough to see & do & we weren't impressed by Cozumel or Falmouth.

[@Fancesca]

Absolutely stunning! Matt, thank you for showing us more ways to enjoy our visit in Labadee, Haiti.

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@joemock2314]

Thanx so much! I don't recall liking Labadee (I am NOT a "relax in the sun guy") but this looks so different! Looking forward to my next visit!

[@gelotunc]

Thanks for the video, Matt! I’m visiting Labadee in January on Wonder. It’ll be my first RC cruise & my first time to Labadee. I can’t wait to go!

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

You’ll have a great time!

[@princeman9341]

Welcome to Labadee Haiti

[@bugwar5545]

Thanks. This tour of the area improved my outlook.

[@ss_sailaway]

Wow! So many improvements since we went in like 2008! Thanks Matt👍🏽👍🏽

[@coolestafrican1444]

Very interesting there’s also Labadi beach in Ghana west Africa

[@winwithjames8833]

As a Haitian we have had Haitian KZbinrs visited your Labadi in Gahna to show us around.

[@pepiyoutamericapromo]

Good job my friend's 🔥🔥🇭🇹🇭🇹💯

[@danielvecera4608]

"It's not an island it's a peninsula but I digress. To get on the island..." 🤣

[@ernstpierre7021]

he met the island of hisponoula

[@Taniere]

😂😂😂

[@MsPrettymamii]

I just took a cruise there a week ago. As a Haitian American, I was very disappointed at the fact that they did not serve Haitian food!!! I inquired about why Haitian food wasn’t served or an option. I was told that considering Haitian food consist of spices that most people’s stomach may not agree with- the cruise line opt to have it as an option but yet, they were serving jerk chicken 🤨. Make it make sense?!

[@Tee_Sheikh]

Going there next year. Hopefully it will be a good experience.

[@dominiquetoussaint1455]

Merci!

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Thank you so much!

[@nailahshae3043]

wow! You have sealed the deal for me!!! thanks for all the quality information

[@Joesomeness]

Looks awesome. I also mase a drinking game out of this video, every time he says Labadee…..drink!

[@tonycioffi3038]

Thanks Matt, great tour!! I can't wait to head back to Labadee!!

[@karenmartell7019]

Thanks Matt- will be there in less than 3 weeks so thanks for this thorough review!!!

[@chriscarley]

Especially after my visit to CocoCay this past January, I was very curious about Labadee. It looks like a great mix of developed and natural areas. Great video. I can't wait to book a cruise and visit!

[@JACKXMusic]

Which one is better?

[@bearbullcruising6427]

Thanks Matt for the tour I had an interesting time there, I was using a mobility scooter and pretty much got around OK but I felt that when I got back to the food area I was ignored and not helped to find out more about what food choices were available and where to park my scooter or no it seem like there was no one to help me that but other than that it was just beautiful out there thanks again for the tour

[@AH23323]

Thank you! This video is great! I will be booking my cruise!

[@brendachung6127]

Thanks Matt for this video. Heading to Labadee for the 1st time in August. This video gives so much information.

[@JosephDubois1]

Really Beautiful & Highly Impressive! 🏆🥇

[@btaylor6434]

Received an email a few days ago RC won't be stopping there in early May.

[@marcdonaldsainvilus735]

I like Haïti so because I'm Haïtien I like this video

[@yvanagauthier5984]

It’s a shame that they are offering same old foods like hot dogs and burgers instead of introducing the people to great Haitian food. That’s a missed opportunity.

[@teresa978]

Very detailed video thank you.

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Glad you liked it!

[@Happy_HIbiscus]

I was there 5 years ago🎉😊

[@AronRoss72]

Thanks for this Matt. I will be in Labadee for the first time this November. Thinking of not breaking on the coaster. I am a bit of a thrill seeKer z

[@JROD-413]

Was here in early August 2022, love the Lab-a-doozie 😎 🍹 lol

[@tmmtqoe]

I know it's been two years, but RCCL tells us they're now going back to Labadee. We love that island! Going 2/2025. Any safety concerns nowadays about the walking trails?

[@MissDrama247]

I find your videos amazingly helpful. Thank you!

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Thank you so much

[@luisamarte5057]

Thanks very well oriented video, best I have watch, beautiful place.

[@Mrcruisefever1]

I wish they more ships go here on the eastern Caribbean trips / Southern Caribbean to Aruba , Curaçao ( instead of perfect day Coco Cay )

[@margaretthompson6391]

Couple of questions: 1. Can you leave labadee and visit Haiti? 2. What happens to the uneaten food at the end of the day? Is it donated to a local community?

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

1. No, 2. There are rules about unused food that I’m not privy to.

[@olidieuvarilus1388]

Labadee is Haiti

[@essenceofsoul27]

@@olidieuvarilus1388 I'm pretty sure they meant can you visit other parts of Haiti or do you have to stay within the confines of the resort

[@YungPlumber1]

Best video of the subject by far

[@mastertechGaming94]

I was just there I want to go back!

[@carolyn7365]

Can't wait to see it for myself

[@StarWarrior91]

Just booked a 2024 cruise that stops here. Can’t wait to try the zip line and alpine coaster. Are all the shuttles and ferrys included?

[@dimnguyen3513]

Departure port from where please? Or how I can't search to book a cruise to go here? Thanks

[@BrianAlt]

Miss my Labadee!

[@shauavshahga9345]

Narrator: it’s not an island, it’s a peninsula. Also the narrator: to get on the island…

[@littlebecomesmuch3114]

So no Haitian food 😒why wouldn’t they have Haitian food

[@mssophied1295]

At least have banan and griot…

[@everythingberline6060]

Are you serious? That’s the only I’m going to be honest. Lambi, fry plantain, grilled fish, pistache griye, griot, tablet Koko ye, fresko😩😢

[@nateloveladysworld1997]

Because its a resort island run by RC .

[@ninafernando2289]

I know right.....wow!! They need to fix this

[@icu4life240]

Quite sure they do you would have to go the market area for that type of food

[@bozenajencek]

Video is nice; it shows lovely places to go...

[@Cowgirlfrom_Hell]

Going there on my first cruise in the heart of summer so I know I’ll be dying 😂 this is a pretty informative video though so thanks!

[@Tatyana_2373]

Beautiful

[@chip12891]

Thanks for this video I'm going to labadee next January

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@mssophied1295]

I’m going Feb 2023!! Hope you have fun 🤩

[@noramarti]

Thanks for this, Matt. I'm going on a cruise tomorrow on Vision of the Seas and was really planning to stay on board on Labadee day. Now maybe I'll venture out on some of the walking trails and go directly to the crafts market (I forget what it's called) and will totally avoid the one where the vendors are so aggressive (you called them friendly, whatever).

[@jeftenytadec4758]

Hi Nora

[@Garrison2592]

Excellent video! So informative!

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@michael111781]

Any idea how many times Matt said Labadee. I would bet close to 1000 times 😂😂

[@SLEEP_WELL347]

I am going on vacation to Haiti, is it possible to visit Labadee while I'm in Haiti?

[@ronpompilus4910]

I think you can go to Labadee, but you cannot enter the part leased by Royal Caribbean

[@Abegweit111]

Thank you for this., Very informative. I must say that I'm not impressed with the glitz. We were there before all the 'improvements' and enjoyed our beach day very much - even with the short rain shower! We booked a guided tour (is that still available? I think maybe not) We learned about different kinds of voodoo, Columbus, exploitation, colonization, slavery, and much more. We also learned about the RCL lease of the bay what it means to the town of Labadee. Our tour was to have been only an hour but our little group had so many questions, we kept our guide much longer. He didn't seem to mind; pleased that there were some that were truly interested. We spent a little time on the beach and shopping for locally made crafts. Something that I found very interesting, is that evening, back on board, we chatted with some fellow passengers who said that they thought the stop at Labadee was a waste of time. 'Really?' We then asked if they knew some of the things we learned. "No" they said. I realized that they had no interest in learning about any of those things. The 'new' Labadee and all the fun things to do is all most people are interested in. So, realizing that we are in a minority, we accept the fact that Labadie Haiti is not for us.

[@lawjones2177]

Matt, Labadee looks like just what a Caribbean vacation should be. I couldn't imagine wanting anything more ,except mabey a week or two more time to do it all. Well there's always next year ! Q: How long did it take you to see and do it all ? PS thank you for including the map .

[@TheMusicalheaven]

“It’s not an island” “ anyway, to get on the island” 😂

[@daniellekathleen5425]

Looks amazing

[@matthewlucas7078]

Hi Matt. When you exit the ship, can you walk directly to Nellie's Beach or Columbus cove or do you have to walk around adrenaline Beach in the north to get there?

[@lisettsanchez2534]

Where do you book the excursion like the zip lining ?

[@chrisfee2973]

I do not see the dragons breath zip line on the excursions for labadee on our cruise in feb 2024 on symphony of the seas

[@PrincessArchley]

Thank you!!