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Radiance of the Seas

Royal Caribbean International
23 upcoming departures  ·  23 itineraries

Radiance of the Seas is a 2,466-guest Royal Caribbean International cruise ship, in service since 2001. This page lists 23 upcoming departures across 23 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.

✓ Travelers wanting a mid-sized ship with varied dining ✓ Families with supervised kids and teen facilities ✓ Passengers who enjoy traditional theater and lounge entertainment
23 itineraries · from $261 ● Where is it now?
Class Radiance
Built / Refurb 2001 / 2016
Gross Tonnage 90,090
Guests 2,466
Crew 894
Length 293.2 m
Beam 32.2 m
Decks 13
Cabins 1,071
Max speed 25.0 kn
Flag Bahamas
Guests per crew 2.8
Space ratio 37

Radiance of the Seas at a glance

Ship size

Bigger than 71%

A mid-size ship at 90,090 gross tons — #157 of 565 ships we track. 37 tons of ship per guest.

Best for

  • Travelers wanting a mid-sized ship with varied dining
  • Families with supervised kids and teen facilities
  • Passengers who enjoy traditional theater and lounge entertainment
  • Cruisers seeking indoor pool access in a glass-roof Solarium
  • Guests who prefer many balcony and suite choices

Think twice if you want

  • Travelers seeking waterslides or a FlowRider
  • Passengers wanting a large resort-style ship layout
  • Guests prioritizing extensive complimentary specialty dining
  • Travelers who want a broad selection of single cabins
  • Cruisers seeking a quiet ship without nightlife venues

Live Position ● 39 minutes ago

Heading to: CZM MX

Currently on: 4 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise (4 nights) — Currently at Cozumel, Mexico

Tampa, Florida → Cozumel, Mexico → Tampa, Florida
Coming up
  1. Tampa arrives 07:00 AM end of cruise
0.0 knots Moored

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

About Radiance of the Seas

Radiance of the Seas is a 90,090-gross-ton Radiance-class ship built for scenic cruising, with extensive glass, ocean-facing elevators, and a 10-story Centrum. The ship accommodates up to 2,466 guests, including 1,071 staterooms, and offers a smaller-ship atmosphere with Royal Caribbean staples such as a rock-climbing wall, mini-golf, pools, a Solarium, Adventure Ocean, and multiple dining and entertainment venues. Its design is particularly well suited to destinations where panoramic views are a major part of the experience.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
Royal Caribbean International
Builder / shipyard
Meyer Werft, Papenburg, Germany
Registry / flag
Bahamas (formerly The Bahamas; confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
Call sign
C6SE7
IMO number
9195195
MMSI
311319000
Draft
8.0 m

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

The ship features extensive glass, ocean-facing glass elevators, a 10-story Centrum, a rock-climbing wall, mini-golf, a sports court, pools, a Solarium, and an outdoor movie screen.

For families

Family facilities include Adventure Ocean, Adventure Beach, a teen disco, an arcade, mini-golf, pools, a sports court, and a rock-climbing wall.

Pools, spa & wellness

Wellness facilities include the adults-oriented Solarium, Vitality Spa, fitness center, pools, whirlpools, and a jogging track.

Accessibility

Accessible staterooms and public areas are available; passengers should consult Royal Caribbean before booking for ship-specific mobility, hearing, or visual-access requirements.

Environmental features

The ship uses Royal Caribbean’s fleetwide environmental and waste-management programs, but no ship-specific sustainability specification was identified in the reviewed sources.

Deck plans

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

Deck 12

Sky Bar Adventure Ocean Adventure Beach Optix Teen Disco Arcade Sports Court Samba Grill ShipShape Center Running Track Loyalty Desk Nursery Kids' Pool Sports Deck

Full deck-by-deck guide →

View the official Radiance of the Seas deck plans from Royal Caribbean International →

Cabins & suites

Inside 23% Studio (solo) 0% Oceanview 23% Balcony 48% Suite 6%
CategoryTypeCabinsSizeBalconySleepsDecks
InteriorIncludes Royal Caribbean interior categories 1V, 2V, 3V, 4V and 6V. Inside 240 165 sq ft — 4 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10
Studio InteriorCategory 2W single-occupancy staterooms. Studio (solo) 3 110 sq ft — 1 4
OceanviewIncludes oceanview categories 1N, 2N, 3N and 8N; Deck 2 rooms have porthole windows. Oceanview 235 170 sq ft — 4 2, 3, 4, 7, 8
Ultra Spacious OceanviewCategory 1K family oceanview staterooms. Oceanview 6 320 sq ft — 6 7, 8

Compare all 11 cabin categories →

Dining, bars & venues

19 included 8 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.

Dining

Dining Room Included
Deck 4–5
Two-level main dining room serving included sit-down meals.
Cafe Latte-tudes Extra cost
Deck 5
Specialty coffee and pastry venue in the Centrum.
Chops Grille Extra cost
Deck 6
Specialty steakhouse serving dinner.
Giovanni's Table Extra cost
Deck 6
Specialty Italian restaurant offering lunch on sea days and dinner.
Chef's Table Extra cost
Deck 6
Reservation-only private dining experience with a multi-course menu.
Park Cafe Included
Deck 11
Casual cafe serving sandwiches, salads and light meals.
Windjammer Included
Deck 11
Included buffet restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating.
Boardwalk Dog House Included
Deck 11
Casual counter serving hot dogs and sausages.
Izumi Extra cost
Deck 11
Specialty Japanese restaurant serving sushi and hibachi-style dishes.
Samba Grill Extra cost
Deck 12
Specialty Brazilian steakhouse serving churrascaria-style dinner.

Bars & lounges

Lobby Bar Varies
Deck 4
Atrium bar serving drinks beside the Centrum.
Quill & Compass Varies
Deck 6
English-style pub serving drinks and separately priced pub food.
Champagne Bar Varies
Deck 6
Bar specializing in champagne and other drinks.
Schooner Bar Varies
Deck 6
Piano bar with cocktails, live music and trivia.
Jakarta Lounge Varies
Deck 6
Lounge with seating for cards, board games and drinks.
Singapore Sling's Varies
Deck 6
Aft cocktail lounge with large windows.
Solarium Bar Varies
Bar serving the adults-only Solarium.
Pool Bar Varies
Outdoor bar serving the main pool area.
Sky Bar Varies
Deck 12
Outdoor bar overlooking the pool deck.
Diamond Club Included
Restricted-access lounge for eligible loyalty-program members.
Concierge Club Included
Deck 13
Restricted-access lounge for eligible suite and loyalty-program guests.
Viking Crown Lounge Varies
Deck 13
Observation lounge and evening dance venue.
Starquest Varies
Deck 13
Nightclub with a dance floor and DJ programming.

All 39 venues, including pools, spa and entertainment →

History & sister ships

  1. 2001Entered service, built by Meyer Werft, Papenburg, Germany.
  2. 2011A major revitalization added new dining and lounge venues, a nursery, a poolside movie screen, stateroom upgrades and additional staterooms.
  3. 2016A dry-dock refresh redesigned the Vitality spa and refreshed the pool deck.
  4. 2026A routine dry dock included hull inspections and interior refresh work.

Other Radiance ships

Enchantment of the Seas Royal Caribbean International · 1997 Jewel of the Seas Royal Caribbean International · 2004

Where Radiance of the Seas sails, month by month

Oct
26		 Nov
26		 Dec
26		 Jan
27		 Feb
27		 Mar
27		 Apr
27		 May
27		 Jun
27		 Jul
27		 Aug
27		 Sep
27
Caribbean 2 4 3 3 2 2 3 0 0 0 0 0
From / night $68 $70 $128 $93 $88 $83 $82 0 0 0 0 0

Departures per month over the next 12 months, from the cruise line's published schedule. Lowest advertised fare per night is in November 2027 (prices change; check when booking).

Ports it visits most

Tampa23× Costa Maya22× Cozumel20× Roatan14× Belize City8× George Town6× Cococay1× Progreso1×

Explore This Ship

Jump from Radiance of the Seas sailings into the broader destination network with cruise line and region hub pages.

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Itineraries & Sailings

4 Nights

4-Night Caribbean from Tampa via Puerto Costa Maya

Caribbean
From $261 · $65/night
Ports of Call
Tampa, Florida, Puerto Costa Maya, Mexico
Next: Nov 18, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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5 Nights

5 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise

Caribbean
From $484 · $97/night
Ports of Call
Tampa, Florida, Yucatan (Progreso), Mexico, Cozumel, Mexico
Next: Nov 22, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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5 Nights

5 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise

Caribbean
From $459 · $92/night
Ports of Call
Tampa, Florida, Cozumel, Mexico, Puerto Costa Maya, Mexico
Next: Oct 24, 2026
1 upcoming departure
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5 Nights

5 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise

Caribbean
From $341 · $68/night
Ports of Call
Tampa, Florida, Puerto Costa Maya, Mexico, Cozumel, Mexico
Next: Oct 19, 2026
1 upcoming departure
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6 Nights

6 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise

Caribbean
From $555 · $93/night
Ports of Call
Tampa, Florida, Puerto Costa Maya, Mexico, Roatan, Honduras, Cozumel, Mexico
Next: Jan 17, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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6 Nights

6 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise

Caribbean
From $565 · $94/night
Ports of Call
Tampa, Florida, Cozumel, Mexico, Belize City, Belize, Puerto Costa Maya, Mexico
Next: Mar 20, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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6 Nights

6 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise

Caribbean
From $655 · $109/night
Ports of Call
Tampa, Florida, Roatan, Honduras, Puerto Costa Maya, Mexico, Cozumel, Mexico
Next: Apr 11, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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6 Nights

6 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise

Caribbean
From $1,065 · $178/night
Ports of Call
Tampa, Florida, Puerto Costa Maya, Mexico, Roatan, Honduras, Cozumel, Mexico
Next: Dec 24, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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7 Nights

7 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise

Caribbean
From $759 · $108/night
Ports of Call
Tampa, Florida, Cozumel, Mexico, Puerto Costa Maya, Mexico, Belize City, Belize
Next: Jan 30, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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All 23 itineraries and their departure dates

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Oct 19, 2026Oct 24, 20265 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Oct 24, 2026Oct 29, 20265 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Nov 7, 2026Nov 14, 20267 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Nov 14, 2026Nov 21, 20267 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Nov 21, 2026Nov 28, 20267 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Nov 28, 2026Dec 5, 20267 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Dec 5, 2026Dec 12, 20267 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Dec 19, 2026Dec 26, 20267 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Dec 26, 2026Jan 2, 20277 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Jan 9, 2027Jan 17, 20278 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise8CaribbeanBook →
Jan 17, 2027Jan 23, 20276 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise6CaribbeanBook →
Jan 30, 2027Feb 6, 20277 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Feb 6, 2027Feb 14, 20278 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise8CaribbeanBook →
Feb 27, 2027Mar 6, 20277 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Mar 20, 2027Mar 26, 20276 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise6CaribbeanBook →
Mar 26, 2027Apr 3, 20278 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise8CaribbeanBook →
Apr 3, 2027Apr 11, 20278 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise8CaribbeanBook →
Apr 11, 2027Apr 17, 20276 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise6CaribbeanBook →
Apr 25, 2027May 3, 20278 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise8CaribbeanBook →
Nov 6, 2027Nov 13, 20277 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Nov 18, 2027Nov 22, 20274-Night Caribbean from Tampa via Puerto Costa Maya4CaribbeanBook →
Nov 22, 2027Nov 27, 20275 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Dec 24, 2027Dec 30, 20276 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise6CaribbeanBook →

Radiance of the Seas FAQ

What flag does Radiance of the Seas sail under?

Radiance of the Seas is registered in Bahamas. Some older references still list The Bahamas.

How many passengers does Radiance of the Seas hold?

Radiance of the Seas carries about 2,466 guests with roughly 894 crew.

How old is Radiance of the Seas?

Radiance of the Seas entered service in 2001 and was last refurbished in 2016.

How big is Radiance of the Seas?

At 90,090 gross tons and 293 m long, Radiance of the Seas is a mid-size ship — larger than 71% of the 565 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.

What dining is included on Radiance of the Seas?

The main Dining Room, Windjammer, Park Cafe and Boardwalk Dog House are included in the standard fare. Specialty venues such as Chops Grille, Giovanni's Table, Izumi, Samba Grill, Chef's Table and Cafe Latte-tudes generally cost extra.

What is the dress code on Radiance of the Seas?

Dress varies by venue and evening. Casual clothing is accepted in casual dining areas, while the main dining room may have formal or dressier evening recommendations on designated nights.

Are gratuities added on Radiance of the Seas?

Royal Caribbean normally adds a daily service gratuity to each guest's onboard account, subject to the line's current terms and any prepayment or adjustment rules.

Is Wi-Fi available on Radiance of the Seas?

The ship has VOOM Wi-Fi powered by Starlink. Internet access is available through purchased packages, with connection quality and availability potentially varying at sea.

Does Radiance of the Seas have accessible cabins and facilities?

Accessible staterooms are available in several categories, including interior, oceanview, balcony and junior suite accommodations. Guests should request accessibility assistance and an appropriate stateroom before booking.

What children's facilities are available?

Adventure Ocean provides supervised age-group programming, while Adventure Beach, Optix Teen Disco and an arcade provide additional youth spaces. A Royal Babies & Tots Nursery is also listed for younger children and may charge a separate fee.