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Renaissance

40 upcoming departures  ·  40 itineraries

Renaissance is a 1,100-guest Ambassador Cruise Line cruise ship, in service since 1993. This page lists 40 upcoming departures across 40 itineraries in Caribbean, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.

✓ Adults seeking a smaller ship with extensive public rooms ✓ Travelers who enjoy theatre, live music and organised activities ✓ Guests wanting balcony and suite options on a mid-sized ship
Class Statendam class, also known as S class
Built / Refurb 1993 / 2025
Gross Tonnage 55,575
Guests 1,100
Crew 560
Length 219.3 m
Beam 30.8 m
Decks 9
Cabins 629
Max speed 22.0 kn
Flag Bermuda
Guests per crew 2.0
Space ratio 51

Renaissance at a glance

Ship size

Bigger than 62%

A mid-size ship at 55,575 gross tons — #213 of 566 ships we track. 51 tons of ship per guest.

Best for

  • Adults seeking a smaller ship with extensive public rooms
  • Travelers who enjoy theatre, live music and organised activities
  • Guests wanting balcony and suite options on a mid-sized ship
  • Passengers who value a covered pool and dedicated spa
  • Multigenerational groups on designated Renaissance sailings

Think twice if you want

  • Families wanting dedicated children’s clubs or play facilities
  • Travelers seeking large resort-style water attractions
  • Guests who prefer many included specialty restaurants
  • Passengers wanting a fully all-inclusive drinks and Wi-Fi package

Live Position ● 1 hour ago

Heading to: St John's Antigua

Currently on: Cruise van IJmuiden naar Curaçao (26 nights) — En route to St. John's, Antigua — last stop Ponta Delgada

Ijmuiden → Dunkirk → Leixoes → Ponta Delgada → St. John's, Antigua → Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands → Philipsburg, Saint Maarten → Pointe a Pitre, Guadeloupe → Fort de France, Martinique → Castries, St. Lucia → Kingstown, St. Vincent & the Grenadines → St. George's → Bridgetown, Barbados → Kralendijk, Bonaire → Willemstad, Curacao
Coming up
  1. St. John’s arrives 08:00
  2. Road Town Tortola arrives 08:00
  3. Philipsburg arrives 08:00
16.0 knots

Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.

About Renaissance

Renaissance is a mid-sized Ambassador Cruise Line ship combining classic cruising with a contemporary 2025 refurbishment. With 629 cabins for about 1,100 guests, she offers a more intimate alternative to large resort ships, with a two-deck main restaurant, theatre, covered pool, lounges, spa and multilingual service.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
Ambassador Cruise Line
Builder / shipyard
Fincantieri Cantieri Navali Italiani, Monfalcone, Italy
Registry / flag
Bermuda (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
Call sign
ZCEZ8
IMO number
8919257
MMSI
310805000
Draft
7.9 m
Previous names
Maasdam; Aegean Myth

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

The ship has nine guest decks, eight lifts, a retractable-roof pool, outdoor spaces, a theatre and a panoramic upper-deck lounge. Her moderate size supports a relaxed atmosphere and access to ports that may be unsuitable for larger ships.

For families

Renaissance provides relaxed social activities, quizzes, gameshows, deck events and family-suitable public spaces. It is primarily positioned as an adult-oriented traditional cruise experience rather than a resort ship with extensive children's attractions.

Pools, spa & wellness

The Green Sea Spa offers more than 50 treatments, sauna and steam-room facilities. Guests can also use the fitness centre, wellness classes, swimming pool and outdoor whirlpools.

Accessibility

Wide corridors and multiple lifts provide access between the ship's public areas and accommodation decks. The operator should be consulted for cabin-specific mobility features and individual accessibility requirements.

Environmental features

Renaissance received engine and environmental upgrades intended to bring the ship into IMO Tier III compliance from 2025, aligning it with the Ambassador Group's environmental standards.

Deck plans

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Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it

Deck 8

Grand Restaurant Vatel Chef's Table Océan Bar Rendez-Vous Bar Les Explorateurs Café-Library La Belle Époque Theatre Le Fou Chantant Piano Bar Louchébèm Grill Lotus Pan Asian Salon Renaissance Salon Hector B. Shopping Galleria Boutique Duty-Free Boutique Maison Renaissance La Traboule Grand Foyer Future Cruises

Cabins & suites

CategoryTypeSizeBalconyDecks
Inside CabinThe operator publishes an approximate size of 15–17 square metres. Inside — — 5, 6
Ocean View CabinThe operator publishes an approximate size of 17–19 square metres; some cabins have portholes. Oceanview — — 4, 5, 6, 9
Balcony CabinThe operator publishes an approximate cabin size of 20–23 square metres and describes these cabins as having furnished private balconies. Balcony — — 6, 9, 10
SuiteThe operator groups Suites and De-Luxe Suites at approximately 45–55 square metres. Suite — — 10

Dining, bars & venues

9 included 5 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.

Dining

Grand Restaurant Vatel Included
Deck 7–8
The two-deck main restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Belle-Île Restaurant Buffet Included
Deck 11
A buffet restaurant beside the pool serving breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner.
Moana Grill Included
Deck 11
A casual poolside grill serving quick meals during the day.
Chef's Table Extra cost
Deck 8
A hosted multi-course dining experience with a galley tour and wine pairing.
Kreole Extra cost
Deck 11
A speciality restaurant serving Caribbean-inspired cuisine.
Louchébèm Grill Extra cost
Deck 8
Lotus Pan Asian Extra cost
Deck 8

Bars & lounges

Massalia Lounge Varies
A midship lounge used for quizzes, gameshows and other light entertainment.
Océan Bar Varies
Deck 8
A bar overlooking the Grand Foyer with live music and panoramic windows.
Rendez-Vous Bar Varies
Deck 8
A central bar and meeting space.
Moana Bar Varies
Deck 11
A bar beside the Moana Pool.
Prado Bar Varies
Deck 10
A bar serving the Prado Pool area.
Les Explorateurs Café-Library Varies
Deck 8
A café-library offering drinks, reading and social activities.
The Lounge
Deck 10
A lounge reserved for suite guests.
Le Panoramique Lounge & Disco Varies
Deck 12
A forward lounge and nightclub with wide views and evening entertainment.
Le Décanteur Wine Bar
Deck 7
Le Fou Chantant Piano Bar
Deck 8

History & sister ships

  1. 1993Entered service, built by Fincantieri Cantieri Navali Italiani, Monfalcone, Italy.
  2. 2023A multi-million-euro refit in Brest, France renewed the cabins, suites, public rooms, exterior areas and technical systems before Renaissance entered service.
  3. 2025A dry-dock programme added environmental and technical upgrades, including work for IMO Tier III compliance.

Where Renaissance sails, month by month

Nov
26
Dec
26
Jan
27
Feb
27
Mar
27
Apr
27
May
27
Jun
27
Jul
27
Aug
27
Sep
27
Oct
27
Caribbean 2 5 6 5 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Departures per month over the next 12 months, from the cruise line's published schedule.

Ports it visits most

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Itineraries & Sailings

21 Nights

Atlantic Horizons and Caribbean Discovery (Heathrow Airport)

Ports of Call
Next: Oct 29, 2028
1 upcoming departure
18 Nights

Atlantic Horizons and Caribbean Discovery (Heathrow Airport)

Ports of Call
Next: Nov 10, 2027
1 upcoming departure
14 Nights

Caribbean Escape - Shores of Paradise (Heathrow Airport)

Ports of Call
Next: Jan 17, 2027
1 upcoming departure
14 Nights

Caribbean Escape - Shores of Paradise (Heathrow Airport)

Ports of Call
Next: Jan 23, 2028
1 upcoming departure
14 Nights

Caribbean Escape - Shores of Paradise (Heathrow Airport)

Ports of Call
Next: Jan 14, 2029
1 upcoming departure
14 Nights

Caribbean Explorer - Tropical Isles (Heathrow Airport)

Ports of Call
Next: Jan 31, 2027
1 upcoming departure
14 Nights

Caribbean Explorer - Tropical Isles (Heathrow Airport)

Ports of Call
Next: Feb 6, 2028
1 upcoming departure
14 Nights

Caribbean Explorer - Tropical Isles (Heathrow Airport)

Ports of Call
Next: Jan 28, 2029
1 upcoming departure
20 Nights

Caribbean Highlights and Atlantic Discovery (Heathrow Airport)

Ports of Call
Next: Mar 19, 2028
1 upcoming departure
All 40 itineraries and their departure dates

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Nov 22, 2026Dec 6, 2026Tropical Treasures (Heathrow Airport)14CaribbeanBook →
Nov 25, 2026Dec 2, 2026Curaçao & Caribbean Pearls7CaribbeanBook →
Dec 2, 2026Dec 16, 2026Curaçao & Caribbean Pearls14CaribbeanBook →
Dec 6, 2026Dec 20, 2026Island Rhythms and Blue Horizons (Heathrow Airport)14CaribbeanBook →
Dec 16, 2026Dec 25, 2026Curaçao & Caribbean Pearls9CaribbeanBook →
Dec 20, 2026Jan 3, 2027Christmas & New Year Caribbean Celebration (Heathrow Airport)14CaribbeanBook →
Dec 25, 2026Jan 8, 2027Curaçao & Caribbean Pearls14CaribbeanBook →
Jan 3, 2027Jan 17, 2027Secrets of the Caribbean (Heathrow Airport)14CaribbeanBook →
Jan 8, 2027Jan 15, 2027Curaçao & Caribbean Pearls7CaribbeanBook →
Jan 15, 2027Jan 27, 2027Curaçao & Caribbean Pearls12CaribbeanBook →
Jan 17, 2027Jan 31, 2027Caribbean Escape - Shores of Paradise (Heathrow Airport)14CaribbeanBook →
Jan 27, 2027Feb 5, 2027Curaçao & Caribbean Pearls9CaribbeanBook →
Jan 31, 2027Feb 14, 2027Caribbean Explorer - Tropical Isles (Heathrow Airport)14CaribbeanBook →
Feb 5, 2027Feb 16, 2027Curaçao & Caribbean Pearls11CaribbeanBook →
Feb 14, 2027Feb 28, 2027Tropical Horizons - A Caribbean Adventure (Heathrow Airport)14CaribbeanBook →
Feb 16, 2027Feb 26, 2027Curaçao & Caribbean Pearls10CaribbeanBook →
Feb 26, 2027Mar 7, 2027Curaçao & Caribbean Pearls9CaribbeanBook →
Feb 28, 2027Mar 14, 2027Jewels of the Caribbean Sea (Heathrow Airport)14CaribbeanBook →
Mar 7, 2027Apr 3, 2027Curaçao & Caribbean Pearls27CaribbeanBook →
Mar 14, 2027Apr 1, 2027Caribbean Highlights and Atlantic Discovery (Heathrow Airport)18CaribbeanBook →
Nov 10, 2027Nov 28, 2027Atlantic Horizons and Caribbean Discovery (Heathrow Airport)18CaribbeanBook →
Nov 28, 2027Dec 12, 2027Tropical Treasures (Heathrow Airport)14CaribbeanBook →
Dec 12, 2027Dec 26, 2027Christmas Caribbean Celebration (Heathrow Airport)14CaribbeanBook →
Dec 26, 2027Jan 9, 2028New Year Caribbean Celebration (Heathrow Airport)14CaribbeanBook →

Showing the next 24 of 40 departures. Every itinerary and its dates are listed under All itineraries above.

Renaissance FAQ

What flag does Renaissance sail under?

Renaissance is registered in Bermuda.

How many passengers does Renaissance hold?

Renaissance carries about 1,100 guests with roughly 560 crew.

How old is Renaissance?

Renaissance entered service in 1993 and was last refurbished in 2025.

How big is Renaissance?

At 55,575 gross tons and 219 m long, Renaissance is a mid-size ship — larger than 62% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.

What dining is included on Renaissance?

Full-board dining includes breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner. Specialty restaurants and the Chef's Table carry additional charges.

Are gratuities included on Renaissance?

Gratuities and service charges depend on the fare or package booked. Otherwise, they are added automatically to the onboard account.

Is Wi-Fi available on Renaissance?

Yes. Wi-Fi packages are available for purchase throughout the ship, including cabins. Some suite fares include a Wi-Fi package.

Are there accessible cabins on Renaissance?

Yes. The operator lists 12 adapted cabins and identifies additional partially accessible cabins on the deck plan. Accessibility features vary by cabin.

Are children allowed on Renaissance?

Children aged 3 to 17 are accepted on Renaissance fly-cruises and designated multigenerational sailings, but the ship has no dedicated children’s facilities.