The Royal Caribbean Group has signed an agreement with Goldbelt Incorporated to build a cruise port in Juneau, the companies announced in a joint press release. According to the statement, the new port aims to strengthen the infrastructure of the Alaskan town while improving traffic congestion and enhancing the

Royal Caribbean Group has teamed with Goldbelt Incorporated, an Alaska Native Corporation, to explore co-developing a new port in Juneau, aimed at strengthening the city's infrastructure while improving traffic congestion downtown and enhancing the local and visitor experience.

Goldbelt and Royal Caribbean are planning a port on the far side of Douglas Island, avoiding tourist congestion at Juneau’s waterfront.

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Royal Caribbean aims to show its commitment to addressing Juneau's community concerns and frustrations with a new port far from downtown.

The cruise line has outlined plans for more Icon- and Oasis-Class ships, but that's not the only move it has in store.