IAAPA Summit: Latin America, Caribbean 2026

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Get ready for an IAAPA event like no other. In 2026, we invite you to explore the Caribbean aboard one of Royal Caribbean's largest and most modern cruise ships in the world: Wonder of the Seas!

Learn more about the dynamic cruise industry and its incredible synergy with the attractions and entertainment industry to create unforgettable experiences. From water attractions, mini-golf, escape rooms, arcades and ice rinks, to Broadway-style shows and more.

As part of the experience, we will anchor at CocoCay, Royal Caribbean's private island that includes attractions such as a water park, zip lines and a hot air balloon, to take an EDUTour and enjoy the facilities.

We will then anchor in Nassau, where we will take a tour of the Baha Bay water park and then have a presentation and visit the impressive Atlantis Paradise Island tourist development.

More information coming soon!

*Registration will open in September

The cruise departs on April 20th at 4:30 p.m. from Miami, Florida (American visa is required). Boarding process will be from 12 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The disembark process back in Miami will be on April 24th from 6 to 10 a.m.

Region:

Latin America, Caribbean

Event Time: All Day

Venue: In-Person

Location: Cruise & Bahamas

Session Type: Connections

Exclusive experiences included in the Summit

CocoCay

Discover Perfect Day at CocoCay, the Royal Caribbean's private island in the Bahamas, designed with everything the guest needs for an unforgettable vacation day.

On this first stop of the cruise, we'll learn more about the operation of this impressive island on an exclusive EDUTour. Afterward, we'll have free time to enjoy its facilities.

Baha Bay

Inspired by the natural beauty of The Bahamas, Baha Bay is designed to perfectly fuse relaxing island chill with exhilarating fun for the entire family. The luxe waterpark is directly adjacent to the Baha Mar resort.

Get inside this luxury beachfront waterpark from Baha Mar in an exclusive EDUTour, the first stop discovering the wonders of Nassau!

Atlantis Paradise

One mythical resort with five distinct hotels, over 40 restaurants, 3 Michelin starred chefs and of course, an incredible collection of experiences including pools, beaches, water attractions, other themed attractions and live entertainment.

Discover how this resort has positioned itself as one of the most recognized worldwide, as shared by the heads of its various departments in a session packed with learning and networking.

Before going back to the cruise, enjoy the rest of the day in its first-class facilities!

AGENDA

Monday | April 20

12:00 - 3:30pm

Cruise boarding

5:00 - 6:00pm

Welcome Cocktail

6:00 - 7:30pm

Cruise Tour

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