Mexico ruins Royal Caribbean’s massive ‘Perfect Day’ water park over environmental outrage
Mexican authorities have halted Royal Caribbean's plans for a large water park in Mahahual due to environmental concerns. The project faced significant opposition from local residents and environmental groups, who warned about its potential impact on marine life and local businesses. Royal Caribbean expressed disappointment but stated it respects the decision and remains hopeful for future investments in Mexico.
- ▪Mexican authorities shut down Royal Caribbean's water park project after environmental concerns were raised.
- ▪The project was expected to attract 15,000 visitors daily and included various attractions like pools and waterslides.
- ▪Public opposition included a Change.org petition that garnered over 4 million signatures against the project.
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World News Mexico ruins Royal Caribbean’s massive ‘Perfect Day’ water park over environmental outrage By Anna Young Published May 20, 2026, 11:40 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Mexican authorities shut down Royal Caribbean’s plans to build a massive Caribbean coast water park after outraged residents raised alarms over the project’s environmental impact. The cruise titan is now pulling plans for its exclusive “Perfect Day Mexico” destination in Mahahual, a Mexican seaside village, after environmental groups warned the sprawling 200-acre haven could flood the area with tourists, pack the beaches and threaten marine life near a vital coral reef.
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