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Brilliance of the Seas itinerary map for March 30, 2024 (7 nights)
Brilliance of the Seas itinerary map for March 30, 2024 (7 nights)
7 nights · 5 ports
Round-trip · Tampa, Florida
Royal CaribbeanBrilliance of the Seas

Brilliance of the Seas
March 30, 2024

7-Night Western Caribbean Holiday aboard Brilliance of the Seas · Departing March 30, 2024 from the Port of Tampa, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Brilliance of the Seas departs from Tampa, Florida on Saturday, March 30, 2024 and returns on Saturday, Apr 6th. March weather across this route averages 90°/58°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.4 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
6.4OUT OF 10
CAUTION TIER
Safer than 64% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
7
night cruise
Sat → Sat
02
Tampa
departure port
Florida
03
5
port stops
Holiday
04
2
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS
01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

The Brilliance of the Seas, operated by Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, March 30, 2024 from Tampa, Florida for a 7-night Western Caribbean Holiday cruise. This itinerary includes 5 unique port stops and 2 days at sea. March weather across the route averages 90°F highs and 58°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 6.4 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Brilliance of the Seas sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Brilliance of the Seas March 30, 2024 Roll Call

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Western Caribbean Holiday (Tampa Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMARCH 30, 2024
The Brilliance of the Seas sails on March 30, 2024 for a 7 Night Western Caribbean Holiday (Tampa Roundtrip) (Tampa Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Tampa, Florida on Apr 6th at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Brilliance of the Seas will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Brilliance of the Seas
MARCH 30, 2024
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7 NIGHTS · 4 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · TAMPA
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Western Caribbean Holiday (Tampa Roundtrip) Port List

Brilliance of the Seas·March 30, 2024
Tampa, Florida — Day 1 of Brilliance of the Seas March 30, 2024 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·MAR 30

Tampa

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
4:00 PM

Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration.

MARCH FORECAST
65°F avg · Avg
Costa Maya, Mexico — Day 3 of Brilliance of the Seas March 30, 2024 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
MONDAY·APR 1

Costa Maya

Mexico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

Costa Maya, Mexico, offers docking at Costa Maya Port. Travelers explore Chacchoben ruins and Bacalar Lagoon. Excursions include snorkeling at Mahahual Reef. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan temples and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cochinita pibil, a Yucatecan favorite. Souvenirs, like woven crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Costa Maya’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic lagoons, making Costa Maya an engaging destination for exploration.

MARCH FORECAST
79°F avg · Avg
Coxen Hole, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras — Day 4 of Brilliance of the Seas March 30, 2024 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·APR 2

Coxen Hole

Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

Coxen Hole, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras, offers docking at Coxen Hole Port. Travelers explore West Bay Beach and Gumbalimba Park. Excursions include snorkeling at Mesoamerican Reef. Local markets sell baleadas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sopa de caracol, a Honduran favorite. Souvenirs, like mahogany crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Garifuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Coxen Hole’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Honduran stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of beaches and marine adventures, making Coxen Hole an engaging destination.

MARCH FORECAST
81°F avg · Avg
Belize City, Belize — Day 5 of Brilliance of the Seas March 30, 2024 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
WEDNESDAY·APR 3

Belize City

Belize
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
4:00 PM

Belize City, Belize, offers docking at Belize City Port. Travelers explore Altun Ha ruins and Belize Zoo. Excursions include snorkeling at Hol Chan Marine Reserve. Local markets sell fry jacks. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan pyramids and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes rice and beans, a Belizean favorite. Souvenirs, like mahogany crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Belize City’s cultural allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Belize City an engaging destination.

MARCH FORECAST
83°F avg · Avg
Cozumel, Mexico — Day 6 of Brilliance of the Seas March 30, 2024 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·APR 4

Cozumel

Mexico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Cozumel, Mexico, offers docking at Cozumel Port. Travelers explore Chankanaab Park and San Gervasio ruins. Excursions include snorkeling at Palancar Reef. Local markets sell tacos. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like Mayan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cozumel’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Cozumel an engaging destination for exploration.

MARCH FORECAST
77°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Western Caribbean Holiday (Tampa Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Brilliance of the Seas·March 30, 2024
MAR FORECAST · TAMPA
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
65°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
91°
AVG LOW
38°
AVG RAINFALL
2.9"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT TAMPA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
65°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Brilliance of the Seas March 30, 2024 Excursions

Brilliance of the Seas·March 30, 2024

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Brilliance of the Seas itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Western Caribbean Holiday (Tampa Roundtrip)

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
CAUTION TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 64% of all cruises
6.4/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN05 PORTS
01

Tampa 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Tampa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant in higher crime areas and stick to well-trafficked locations.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Costa Maya 🇲🇽

Mexico · MexicoMODERATE

Costa Maya offers a secure cruise port environment, but travelers should remain cautious of petty theft in less populated areas outside.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Coxen Hole 🇭🇳

Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras · HondurasMODERATE

Coxen Hole is generally safe for tourists, but caution is advised at night due to moderate crime, including theft and scams.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Belize City 🇧🇿

Belize · BelizeHIGH CAUTION

Travelers in Belize City should remain vigilant, avoid certain neighborhoods, and use organized excursions for safety.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Cozumel 🇲🇽

Mexico · MexicoMODERATE

Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Brilliance of the Seas Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsROYAL CARIBBEAN
Brilliance of the Seas
ROYAL CARIBBEAN · RADIANCE
CHRISTENED
2002
STATEROOMS
1,074
TONNAGE
90,090GT
44.7% BELOW AVG· vs avg 162,993 GT
YEAR BUILT
2002
8 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2010
LENGTH
962ft
11.3% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,085 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,145cruisers
48.7% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,184 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Brilliance of the Seas has a construction date of 2002 and a total size of 90,090 gross tons. The ship measures 962 feet in length. Brilliance of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean's Radiance class. At full capacity, the Brilliance of the Seas holds 2,145 passengers. That includes 1,297 cruise vacationers and 848 staff members. The Brilliance of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,074.

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