Travel and hospitality
June 18, 2018
Royal Caribbean made a $1 billion investment in Silversea Cruises. Image credit: Silversea Cruises
By Danny Parisi
Cruise line Royal Caribbean has made a significant investment into the luxury travel market by acquiring a majority stake in Silversea Cruises, a smaller but more upscale brand.
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