Royal Caribbean International President and CEO Michael Bayley offered cruisers a Christmas message of hope and gratitude.
Christmas and New Years is right around the corner, and Mr. Bayley sent an email to Crown and Anchor Society guests to wish them a good holiday season that centers on two common themes.
Mr. Bayley believes the words "hopeful" and "grateful" are key phrases that apply to what has happened this year.
First and foremost, Mr. Bayley thanked past cruisers for their loyalty to the cruise line that has served as motivation for the company, "your encouragement and enthusiasm for cruising has kept us going."
Of course, everyone wants to know when cruises might actually restart and the "hopeful" nature of his message spoke to the New Year's resolution that Mr. Bayley says Royal Caribbean is committed to seeing through, "We are hopeful for the future of Royal Caribbean International."
Your confidence in us, along with the hard work of our employees and partners around the world, will soon get us back to what we love to do. Cruising the oceans of the world and having your smiling faces onboard again is one New Year's resolution we plan to keep."
The email sent to guests includes a special video message from Royal Caribbean's cruise ship captains and crew ambassadors.
"They miss being onboard with you even more this time of year — so they’ve put together a special video with their best wishes."
Lastly, Royal Caribbean shared the recipe for a holiday cocktail they think will be great to enjoy this year, the cranberry margarita.
The recipe combines a Thanksgiving staple—cranberry—with the sweetness of honey to create a refreshing and vibrant drink.
Ingredients:
- 2 ounces tequila
- 3/4-ounce fresh lime juice
- 2 teaspoons cranberry sauce or jam
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Brown sugar-rimmed martini glass
- Lime wheel as garnish
Directions:
- Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker and shake vigorously.
- Strain into the sugar-rimmed glass, then top with a lime and enjoy!
