NEW YORK, NEW YORK — Royal Caribbean International President and CEO Michael Bayley publicly recognized Alex Ojeda during the company’s destination reveal event in New York City, highlighting his contributions to the design of waterpark experiences at Perfect Day Mexico.
Addressing the audience, Bayley invited Ojeda and his team to stand and acknowledged the firsthand knowledge Alex brought to the project through his travels to waterparks around the world.
“Alex has been incredibly helpful in helping us, work with us in designing these experiences,” Bayley said.
Bringing the Rider’s Perspective into Design
Ojeda was engaged by Royal Caribbean to provide input on the waterpark’s design, contributing to discussions about slide experiences, guest experience, and how the attractions work together across the park.
His involvement builds on years of experiencing and documenting waterparks internationally. That work provides a perspective grounded in riding the attractions firsthand: understanding anticipation, pacing, shared experiences, and the details that make a ride memorable.
During the reveal, Bayley emphasized Ojeda’s understanding of what makes waterparks work for different audiences, including children, teenagers, and families.
An Ambitious Vision for Perfect Day Mexico
Royal Caribbean’s May 2025 announcement introduced plans for Perfect Day Mexico on Mexico’s Caribbean coast, with Loco Waterpark as a centerpiece. The announced plans included more than 30 waterslides, the tallest waterslide tower in the Americas, and a mile-plus lazy river. At the reveal, the destination was slated to debut in fall 2027.
For Ojeda, who was born in Mexico, contributing to a destination designed to celebrate Mexican culture added a personal connection to the work.
From Sharing Experiences to Helping Shape Them
The acknowledgment marked a milestone in Ojeda’s relationship with Royal Caribbean, extending his involvement from creating content about its experiences to contributing during their development.
For Ojeda Media Group, the moment reflects the industry knowledge behind its founder’s work and the value of understanding attractions from both the guest’s perspective and the conversations behind their creation.
Thank you to Michael Bayley and the Royal Caribbean team for the opportunity to contribute to the project and for recognizing Alex and his team during the reveal.
About Ojeda Media Group
Ojeda Media Group is a marketing agency founded by creator and entrepreneur Alex Ojeda. The company specializes in social media strategy, content production, and ongoing social media management for waterparks and attractions.
Media inquiries: alex@alexojedamedia.com
