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Richard D. Fain
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
procedures we have in place to protect the millions of guests and crew members who sail with us each
year. While certain high-profile situations have received extensive media coverage, much of which has
been based on inaccurate or misleading information, incidences of crime onboard our ships remain
extremely rare. Nonetheless, even one occurrence is too many, so we continue to assess and refine our
policies and practices.
Winston Churchill once said, “Truth is incontrovertible, malice may attack it and ignorance may deride
it, but, in the end, there it is.” Since last summer, when the media spotlight first turned in our direction,
I am proud to say that our shipboard and shoreside employees responded with honor, integrity and
compassion as they helped set the record straight and resolutely stood by the truth.
Remaining Mindful of Changing Demographics As I said at the beginning of this letter, 2005 was an
extraordinary year. But, as much as things have changed over the past 35 years, one thing has not: the
dedication of our workforce. This is a company led and staffed by people who love what they do, who
understand our guests and who share in a proud history. They are people who are committed to keeping
our amenities and service offerings relevant to new times and changing guest demographics and desires.
I thank them for their innovative ideas and their determination to see them through.
I also thank the members of our Board of Directors for their keen insight, sound counsel and unwavering
vision. I thank you, too, for your continued support of Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises.
Sincerely
Richard D. Fain
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
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