Brilliance of the Seas itinerary map for September 28, 2024 (14 nights)
Brilliance of the Seas cruise ship

Brilliance of the Seas — September 28, 202414-Night Panama Canal - Eastbound on Royal Caribbean

This 14-night cruise aboard the Brilliance of the Seas departs from San Pedro (Los Angeles), California on Saturday, September 28, 2024 and returns on Saturday, Oct 12th. September weather across this route averages 90°/68°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.4 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports. Balcony cabins dropped $1,401 on Sep 25.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
San Pedro
California
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
8

Cruise Price - Brilliance of the Seas September 28, 2024

Brilliance of the Seas · September 28, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the Brilliance of the Seas cruise ship departing September 28, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,240 ($89 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,241 ($89 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.

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Inside
$1,240
🌊
Oceanview
$1,995
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Balcony
$2,560
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Suite
$5,429

Price History – Brilliance of the Seas September 28, 2024

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Brilliance of the Seas
September 28, 2024
$1,240
0% vs avg: $1,241

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 14 Night Panama Canal - Eastbound (Los Angeles To New Orleans)

Brilliance of the Seas · September 28, 2024

The Brilliance of the Seas sails on September 28, 2024 for a 14 Night Panama Canal - Eastbound (Los Angeles To New Orleans). The ship will depart the port of San Pedro (Los Angeles), California at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of New Orleans, Louisiana on Oct 12th at 7:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the Brilliance of the Seas will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 8 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Panama Canal - Eastbound (Los Angeles To New Orleans)

  • SEP28
    San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
    San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP30
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    A: 12:30 PM - D: 8:00 PM
  • OCT01
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT02
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT03
    Huatulco, Mexico
    Huatulco, Mexico
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • OCT04
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT05
    Puntarenas, Costa Rica
    Puntarenas, Costa Rica
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • OCT06
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT07
    Panama Canal Transit
    Panama Canal Transit
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT08
    Cartagena, Colombia
    Cartagena, Colombia
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT09
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT10
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT12
    New Orleans, Louisiana
    New Orleans, Louisiana
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

September 28, 2024 · 14 Night Panama Canal - Eastbound (Los Angeles To New Orleans)

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California — Day 1 of Brilliance of the Seas September 28, 2024 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Sep 28

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California, offers docking at San Pedro Port. Travelers explore USS Iowa and Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Excursions visit Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic ships and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes avocado toast, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chumash history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. San Pedro’s maritime charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of naval history and scenic coasts, making San Pedro an engaging destination.

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Day 2 at sea — Brilliance of the Seas September 28, 2024 itinerary
Day 2•Sunday, Sep 29

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Brilliance of the Seas — featuring Concierge Club, Card Room, The Colony Club & Photo Gallery.

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico — Day 3 of Brilliance of the Seas September 28, 2024 cruise
Day 3•Monday, Sep 30

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Arrival: 12:30 PM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, offers docking at Cabo San Lucas Port. Travelers explore El Arco and Lover’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Santa Maria Cove. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rock formations and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cabo San Lucas’ coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and marine adventures, making Cabo an engaging destination.

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Day 4 at sea — Brilliance of the Seas September 28, 2024 itinerary
Day 4•Tuesday, Oct 1

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Brilliance of the Seas — featuring Concierge Club, Card Room, The Colony Club & Photo Gallery.

Day 5 at sea — Brilliance of the Seas September 28, 2024 itinerary
Day 5•Wednesday, Oct 2

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Brilliance of the Seas — featuring Concierge Club, Card Room, The Colony Club & Photo Gallery.

Huatulco, Mexico — Day 6 of Brilliance of the Seas September 28, 2024 cruise
Day 6•Thursday, Oct 3

Huatulco, Mexico

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Huatulco, Mexico, offers docking at Huatulco Port. Travelers explore Santa Cruz Bay and La Crucecita. Excursions include snorkeling at Maguey Bay. Local markets sell mole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pristine beaches and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes tlayudas, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like alebrije crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Zapotec history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Huatulco’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic bays and cultural villages, making Huatulco an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 7 at sea — Brilliance of the Seas September 28, 2024 itinerary
Day 7•Friday, Oct 4

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Brilliance of the Seas — featuring Concierge Club, Card Room, The Colony Club & Photo Gallery.

Puntarenas, Costa Rica — Day 8 of Brilliance of the Seas September 28, 2024 cruise
Day 8•Saturday, Oct 5

Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Puntarenas, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puntarenas Port. Travelers explore Paseo de los Turistas and Carara National Park. Excursions include zip-lining in Monteverde. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures mangroves and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tico history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest hikes. Puntarenas’ natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic coasts, making Puntarenas an engaging destination.

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Day 9 at sea — Brilliance of the Seas September 28, 2024 itinerary
Day 9•Sunday, Oct 6

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Brilliance of the Seas — featuring Concierge Club, Card Room, The Colony Club & Photo Gallery.

Panama Canal Transit — Day 10 of Brilliance of the Seas September 28, 2024 cruise
Day 10•Monday, Oct 7

Panama Canal Transit

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Panama Canal Transit, Panama, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Gatun Locks and Centennial Bridge from the ship. Excursions include canal history tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering marvels and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while binoculars enhance lock viewing. Panama Canal’s industrial allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering feats and scenic waterways, making the Panama Canal an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Cartagena, Colombia — Day 11 of Brilliance of the Seas September 28, 2024 cruise
Day 11•Tuesday, Oct 8

Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 12 at sea — Brilliance of the Seas September 28, 2024 itinerary
Day 12•Wednesday, Oct 9

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Brilliance of the Seas — featuring Concierge Club, Card Room, The Colony Club & Photo Gallery.

Day 13 at sea — Brilliance of the Seas September 28, 2024 itinerary
Day 13•Thursday, Oct 10

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Brilliance of the Seas — featuring Concierge Club, Card Room, The Colony Club & Photo Gallery.

Day 14 at sea — Brilliance of the Seas September 28, 2024 itinerary
Day 14•Friday, Oct 11

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Brilliance of the Seas — featuring Concierge Club, Card Room, The Colony Club & Photo Gallery.

New Orleans, Louisiana — Day 15 of Brilliance of the Seas September 28, 2024 cruise
Day 15•Saturday, Oct 12

New Orleans, Louisiana

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

New Orleans, Louisiana, offers docking at New Orleans Port. Travelers explore French Quarter and Garden District. Excursions include swamp tours in Honey Island. Local markets sell beignets. The peak season, February to May, brings mild weather for river tours. Photography captures jazz streets and Mississippi vistas. Dining onboard includes gumbo, a Cajun favorite. Souvenirs, like Mardi Gras crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. New Orleans’ cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and lively music, making New Orleans an engaging destination.

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Weather Forecast

Brilliance of the Seas - September 28, 2024 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California

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September

Typical Weather

91°F

Average High

59°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.00in

Daily average

0.1 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank
64 / 100
safer than 64% of all cruises
64
6
/ 10
San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
San Pedro
San Pedro is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant and avoid certain neighborhoods after dark to minimize risks.
7
/ 10
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Cabo San Lucas
While generally safe, travelers should remain vigilant in Cabo San Lucas, avoiding displaying valuables and staying in well-populated areas.
7
/ 10
Huatulco, Mexico
Huatulco
Huatulco is generally safe for cruise travelers, but staying vigilant and securing belongings is advised due to potential petty theft.
6
/ 10
Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Puntarenas
Travelers in Puntarenas should stay vigilant against petty crime and consider organized tours for added safety and enjoyment.
8
/ 10
Panama Canal Transit
Panama Canal
Cruise travelers at the Panama Canal Transit should remain aware of their surroundings while enjoying a secure and managed experience.
6
/ 10
Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena
Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.
6
/ 10
New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans
Travelers in New Orleans should remain vigilant and cautious, especially outside tourist areas and after dark, due to higher crime rates.

Cruise Ship

Brilliance of the Seas

⚓ Tonnage

90,090

vs avg 162,993

🛠️ Year Built

2,002

vs avg 2,010

📏 Length (ft)

962

vs avg 1,085

👥 Passenger Count

2,145

vs avg 4,184

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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Brilliance of the Seas September 28, 2024 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the Brilliance of the Seas September 28, 2024 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 14-night route, September averages 90°F highs and 68°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the September 28, 2024 Brilliance of the Seas itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.4 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 7 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Brilliance of the Seas sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Brilliance of the Seas departs San Pedro (Los Angeles), California on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 5:00 PM and returns on Saturday, Oct 12th, 2024 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 14 nights.

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