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Mexico Blocks Perfect Day Project After 5 Million Petitions

5/21/2026

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Bárcena Rejects Project

Environment Minister Alicia Bárcena announced on 19 May 2026 that the Perfect Day Mexico project will not be approved.
President Claudia Sheinbaum warned the project could jeopardize the area’s ecological balance and reefs.
A Change.org petition against the development gathered nearly five million signatures, showing broad public opposition.
Royal Caribbean Group said it was disappointed, would respect the decision, and will re-engage stakeholders to pursue jobs and community programs.

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Royal Caribbean Expands

Royal Caribbean linked the Perfect Day Mexico water park, located near the planned Mayan Train route, to its expansion after unveiling the Icon Class ship Hero of the Seas.
Stifel analysts estimate the park could host about 15,000 visitors daily.
Royal Caribbean pledged to discuss thousands of local jobs, essential environmental infrastructure, and to address Greenpeace’s reef warning and owners’ concerns about diverting tourist spending from Mahahual’s small businesses.

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Bárcena Rejects Project

Environment Minister Alicia Bárcena announced on 19 May 2026 that the Perfect Day Mexico project will not be approved.
President Claudia Sheinbaum warned the project could jeopardize the area’s ecological balance and reefs.
A Change.org petition against the development gathered nearly five million signatures, showing broad public opposition.
Royal Caribbean Group said it was disappointed, would respect the decision, and will re-engage stakeholders to pursue jobs and community programs.

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