WATCH: Royal Caribbean’s Lelepa private destination is coming in October 2027 – here’s all the info
Royal Caribbean has announced the opening dates for Lelepa, as well as what to expect at the new private destination. The destination will open from October 2027 and the first sailings that visit Lelepa can be booked from March 19. Read through to see what is and isn't included, what amenities there are and look at photos and videos of what the new destination will look like.
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