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Rhapsody of the Seas

Royal Caribbean International
114 upcoming departures  ·  71 itineraries

Rhapsody of the Seas is a 2,416-guest Royal Caribbean International cruise ship, in service since 1997. This page lists 114 upcoming departures across 71 itineraries in Mediterranean, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.

✓ Travelers who prefer a smaller ship with traditional public spaces ✓ Families wanting supervised children’s and teen facilities ✓ Guests who value a broad suite selection
71 itineraries · from $369 ● Where is it now?
Class Vision Class
Built / Refurb 1997 / 2012
Gross Tonnage 78,878
Guests 2,416
Crew 772
Length 279.0 m
Beam 32.2 m
Decks 11
Cabins 1,020
Max speed 22.0 kn
Flag Bahamas
Guests per crew 3.1
Space ratio 33

Rhapsody of the Seas at a glance

Ship size

Bigger than 69%

A mid-size ship at 78,878 gross tons — #175 of 566 ships we track. 33 tons of ship per guest.

Best for

  • Travelers who prefer a smaller ship with traditional public spaces
  • Families wanting supervised children’s and teen facilities
  • Guests who value a broad suite selection
  • Cruisers who enjoy pools, theater shows and classic lounges
  • Active travelers seeking a climbing wall and fitness center

Think twice if you want

  • Travelers seeking large modern waterparks
  • Guests wanting many balcony cabins across several decks
  • Cruisers who prefer extensive late-night entertainment options
  • Passengers seeking numerous complimentary specialty restaurants
  • Travelers wanting newer ship technology and attractions

Live Position ● 28 minutes ago

Heading to: San Juan

Currently on: 7 Nights Southern Caribbean Cruise (7 nights) — En route to Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas — last stop San Juan, Puerto Rico

San Juan, Puerto Rico → Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas → St. Croix, U.S.V.I. → Philipsburg, St. Maarten → St. Johns, Antigua → Roseau, Dominica → San Juan, Puerto Rico
Coming up
  1. Charlotte Amalie arrives 08:00 AM
  2. St. Croix arrives 08:00 AM
  3. Philipsburg arrives 08:00 AM
9.0 knots

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

About Rhapsody of the Seas

Rhapsody of the Seas is a mid-sized Vision-class cruise ship delivered in 1997 and refurbished in 2012. With roughly 78,878 gross tons, 11 guest decks, and capacity for up to 2,416 guests, it offers a more intimate alternative to Royal Caribbean’s newer megaships. Passengers will find a rock-climbing wall, pool areas, Casino Royale, Broadway-style entertainment, a solarium, specialty dining, and family facilities. Its smaller scale can make navigation easier while retaining many signature Royal Caribbean experiences.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
Royal Caribbean International
Builder / shipyard
Chantiers de l’Atlantique, Saint-Nazaire, France
Registry / flag
Bahamas (formerly The Bahamas; confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
Call sign
C6UA2
IMO number
9116864
MMSI
311805000
Draft
7.9 m

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

The ship features a 40-foot rock-climbing wall, outdoor movie screen, solarium, pool areas, Casino Royale, and Broadway-style shows.

For families

Family facilities include Adventure Ocean youth programming, a Royal Babies and Tots Nursery, an arcade, pools, whirlpools, and the rock-climbing wall.

Pools, spa & wellness

Wellness facilities include the Vitality Spa and Fitness Center, solarium, jogging track, pools, and whirlpools.

Accessibility

Accessible staterooms and accessible public facilities are available; guests should confirm current arrangements directly with Royal Caribbean before sailing.

Deck plans

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

Deck 6

Cafe Latte-Tudes Chops Grille Crown Lounge Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen Schooner Bar Shall We Dance Lounge Broadway Melodies Theatre Upper Level Centrum Shops Photo Shop Photo Gallery Art Gallery Loyalty Desk Centrum Balcony Conference Center

Full deck-by-deck guide →

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

Cabins & suites

CategoryTypeCabinsSizeBalconySleepsDecks
InteriorIncludes 1V, 2V, 3V and 4V booking codes; some accessible rooms are larger. Inside 407 135-174 sq ft — 4 2, 3, 4, 7, 8
Ocean ViewIncludes 1N, 2N, 3N, 4N and CO booking codes; some accessible rooms are larger. Oceanview — 126-255 sq ft — 4 2, 3, 4, 8
Ultra Spacious Ocean ViewBooking code 1K. Oceanview 6 233 sq ft — 6 2, 3, 4
Spacious Ocean ViewBooking code 1M. Oceanview — 193 sq ft — 4 8

Compare all 11 cabin categories →

Dining, bars & venues

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

Dining

Chef's Table Extra cost
Deck 4
A reservation-only specialty dining experience with a set multi-course menu.
Edelweiss Dining Room Included
Deck 4–5
The ship's main dining room occupies two decks.
Cafe Latte-Tudes Extra cost
Deck 6
A specialty coffee and snack venue.
Chops Grille Extra cost
Deck 6
A reservation-oriented specialty steakhouse.
Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen Extra cost
Deck 6
A specialty Italian restaurant.
Park Cafe Included
Deck 9
A casual cafe serving light meals and snacks.
Windjammer Cafe Included
Deck 9
The ship's casual buffet restaurant.
Izumi Hibachi & Sushi Extra cost
Deck 12
A specialty Japanese restaurant offering sushi and hibachi dining.

Bars & lounges

R Bar Varies
Deck 4
A cocktail bar located near the central public areas.
Crown Lounge
Deck 6
A lounge used for drinks and scheduled social activities.
Schooner Bar Varies
Deck 6
A piano bar and lounge.
Concierge Club
Deck 11
A suite guest lounge with concierge access.
Viking Crown Lounge Varies
Deck 11
An elevated lounge and bar with panoramic views.

All 29 venues, including pools, spa and entertainment →

History & sister ships

  1. 1997Entered service, built by Chantiers de l’Atlantique, Saint-Nazaire, France.
  2. 2012A major dry-dock refurbishment added cabins, an outdoor movie screen, new dining areas and a nursery.
  3. 2016A later retrofit was completed, but the available ship-specific source does not detail the changes.
  4. 2019Routine dry-dock work included maintenance, cosmetic improvements and technology upgrades without major reconfiguration.

Other Vision Class ships

Grandeur of the Seas Royal Caribbean International · 1996 Vision of the Seas Royal Caribbean International · 1998

Where Rhapsody of the Seas 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
Mediterranean 0 0 0 0 0 1 4 4 5 4 4 5
Caribbean 4 4 5 4 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0
From / night $66 $180 $75 $79 $108 $92 $102 $99 $96 $122 0 $96

Departures per month over the next 12 months, from the cruise line's published schedule. Lowest advertised fare per night is in April 2028 (prices change; check when booking).

Ports it visits most

Piraeus63× Santorini53× San Juan41× St. Croix38× Philipsburg36× Mykonos35× Charlotte Amalie31× Kusadasi31× Alexandria30× St. John’s30× Barcelona24× Rhodes22×

Explore This Ship

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Itineraries & Sailings

10 Nights

10 Nights Caribbean Cruise

Caribbean
From $1,079 · $108/night
Ports of Call
San Juan, Puerto Rico, Tortola, B.V.I., Philipsburg, St. Maarten, St. Johns, Antigua +5 more
Next: Mar 6, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Western Europe Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,165 · $117/night
Ports of Call
Lisbon, Portugal, Madeira (Funchal), Portugal, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands +4 more
Next: Jan 5, 2029
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,104 · $110/night
Ports of Call
Athens (Piraeus), Greece, Rhodes, Greece, Alexandria, Egypt, Heraklion (Iraklion), Crete +2 more
Next: Dec 14, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,208 · $121/night
Ports of Call
Athens (Piraeus), Greece, Mykonos, Greece, Santorini, Greece, Alexandria, Egypt +2 more
Next: Apr 20, 2029
1 upcoming departure
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11 Nights

11 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,989 · $181/night
Ports of Call
Barcelona, Spain, Florence/Pisa(Laspezia)Italy, Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy, Amalfi Coast (Salerno), Italy +6 more
Next: May 3, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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11 Nights

11 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,142 · $104/night
Ports of Call
Barcelona, Spain, Melilla, Spain, Tangier, Morocco, Casablanca, Morocco +4 more
Next: Nov 13, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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11 Nights

11 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,309 · $119/night
Ports of Call
Barcelona, Spain, Sicily (Palermo), Italy, Alexandria, Egypt, Limassol, Cyprus +3 more
Next: Jan 15, 2029
1 upcoming departure
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11 Nights

11 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,269 · $115/night
Ports of Call
Barcelona, Spain, Sicily (Palermo), Italy, Alexandria, Egypt, Rhodes, Greece +3 more
Next: Apr 9, 2029
1 upcoming departure
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11 Nights

11 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,390 · $126/night
Ports of Call
Barcelona, Spain, Casablanca, Morocco, Tangier, Morocco, Lanzarote, Canary Islands +4 more
Next: Mar 19, 2029
1 upcoming departure
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All 71 itineraries and their departure dates

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Nov 7, 2026Nov 14, 20267 Nights Southern Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Nov 14, 2026Nov 21, 20267 Nights Southern Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Nov 21, 2026Nov 28, 2026Southern Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Nov 28, 2026Dec 5, 20267 Nights Southern Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Dec 5, 2026Dec 12, 2026Southern Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Dec 12, 2026Dec 19, 2026Southern Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Dec 19, 2026Dec 26, 2026Southern Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Dec 26, 2026Jan 2, 20277 Nights Southern Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Jan 2, 2027Jan 9, 2027Southern Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Jan 9, 2027Jan 16, 20277 Nights Southern Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Jan 16, 2027Jan 23, 2027Southern Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Jan 23, 2027Jan 30, 2027Southern Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Jan 30, 2027Feb 6, 20277 Nights Southern Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Feb 6, 2027Feb 13, 2027Southern Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Feb 13, 2027Feb 20, 20277 Nights Southern Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Feb 20, 2027Feb 27, 2027Southern Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Feb 27, 2027Mar 6, 2027Southern Caribbean Cruise7CaribbeanBook →
Mar 6, 2027Mar 16, 202710 Nights Caribbean Cruise10CaribbeanBook →
Apr 15, 2027Apr 19, 20274 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise4CaribbeanBook →
Apr 19, 2027May 3, 202714 Nights Transatlantic Cruise14MediterraneanBook →
May 3, 2027May 14, 202711 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise11MediterraneanBook →
May 14, 2027May 21, 20277-Night Mediterranean from Athens via Mykonos, Ephesus, Istanbul & Santorini7MediterraneanBook →
May 21, 2027May 28, 20277 Nights Eastern Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
May 28, 2027Jun 4, 20277 Nights Eastern Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →

Showing the next 24 of 114 departures. Every itinerary and its dates are listed under All itineraries above.

Rhapsody of the Seas FAQ

What flag does Rhapsody of the Seas sail under?

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

How many passengers does Rhapsody of the Seas hold?

Rhapsody of the Seas carries about 2,416 guests with roughly 772 crew.

How old is Rhapsody of the Seas?

Rhapsody of the Seas entered service in 1997 and was last refurbished in 2012.

How big is Rhapsody of the Seas?

At 78,878 gross tons and 279 m long, Rhapsody of the Seas is a mid-size ship — larger than 69% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.

What is the dress code on Rhapsody of the Seas?

Royal Caribbean uses casual, smart-casual and Dress Your Best evening guidance. Bare feet are not permitted in venues, and tank tops are not permitted in the Main Dining Room or specialty restaurants at dinner.

Which dining venues are included in the fare?

Edelweiss Dining Room, Windjammer Cafe, Park Cafe and the ship's included poolside food options are covered by the standard fare. Chops Grille, Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen, Chef's Table, Izumi Hibachi & Sushi and Cafe Latte-Tudes are not fully included.

How are gratuities handled?

Guests may prepay gratuities or have a daily gratuity applied to the onboard account. Additional gratuities are generally added to beverages, specialty dining, spa services and some other purchases.

Is Wi-Fi included on Rhapsody of the Seas?

Standard cruise fares do not generally include the VOOM internet package. Internet access is sold separately, with limited exceptions tied to certain suite benefits or promotions.

Does the ship have accessible cabins and facilities?

Yes. Accessible staterooms are distributed among several interior, ocean-view, balcony and suite categories. Guests should request accessibility arrangements before sailing because accessible features and locations vary by cabin.

What facilities are available for children and teenagers?

Rhapsody of the Seas has Adventure Ocean, a Nursery, a Teen Center and an Arcade. Adventure Ocean provides supervised age-group programming, while nursery services and arcade games may involve additional charges.