Royal Caribbean to pay cruisers’ taxes in promotion

Royal Caribbean International launched a novel promotion
geared to bookings made before the April 15 federal income tax deadline.

From April 11 through 15, Royal Caribbean said it would pay
the taxes, port charges and fees associated with bookings on most cruises. Sailings
on Quantum or Anthem of the Seas do not qualify.

The promotion applies to cruises sailing from April 15, 2015,
through March 31, 2016.

Royal Caribbean said U.S. residents could save up to $200
per guest on a six-night or longer Bahamas, Caribbean and roundtrip Europe
itinerary.