Popular cruise line's giant beach park blocked by Mexico after local backlash erupts
Mexican officials have rejected Royal Caribbean's proposal to build a large water park along the Caribbean coastline due to local backlash. Over 4.8 million residents signed a petition against the project, citing environmental concerns. The cruise line expressed disappointment but stated it respects the decision of Mexico's environmental authorities.
- ▪Mexican officials announced the rejection of Royal Caribbean's beach park proposal after significant local opposition.
- ▪Critics argued that the development would threaten the fragile ecosystem and the character of the coastal community of Mahahual.
- ▪Royal Caribbean's spokesperson stated they respect the decision and emphasized the importance of protecting the area.
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Cruises Popular cruise line's giant beach park blocked by Mexico after local backlash erupts Cruise line said it's 'disappointed' but 'respects' decision after over 4.8 million angry residents signed petition By Jessica Mekles Fox News Published May 20, 2026 8:18pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Cruise ship staff accidentally ruins surprise engagement A cruise ship proposal took an awkward turn when the wait staff accidentally announced the engagement before it happened.
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