Brilliance of the Seas itinerary map for February 22, 2025 (7 nights)

Brilliance of the Seas — February 22, 20257-Night Western Caribbean on Royal Caribbean

This 7-night cruise aboard the Brilliance of the Seas departs from New Orleans, Louisiana on Saturday, February 22, 2025 and returns on Saturday, Mar 1st. February weather across this route averages 84°/52°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.0 out of 10 — New Orleans (5.5), Cozumel (7.0), Costa Maya (7.0), Belize City (4.5).

Cruise Length

Night Cruise

Departure Port

New Orleans

Louisiana

Port Stops

Sea Days

Cruise Itinerary Map - 7 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip)

Brilliance of the Seas · February 22, 2025

The Brilliance of the Seas sails on February 22, 2025 for a 7 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of New Orleans, Louisiana at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of New Orleans, Louisiana on Mar 1st at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Brilliance of the Seas will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip)

FEB22
New Orleans, Louisiana
A: — - D: 3:00 PM
FEB23
At Sea
A: — - D: —
FEB24
Cozumel, Mexico
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
FEB25
Costa Maya, Mexico
A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
FEB26
Belize City, Belize
A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
FEB27
At Sea
A: — - D: —
FEB28
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAR01
New Orleans, Louisiana
A: 6:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

February 22, 2025 · 7 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip)

Day 1•Saturday, Feb 22

New Orleans, Louisiana

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

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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Day 2•Sunday, Feb 23

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Day 3•Monday, Feb 24

Cozumel, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 4•Tuesday, Feb 25

Costa Maya, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 5•Wednesday, Feb 26

Belize City, Belize

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 6•Thursday, Feb 27

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Day 7•Friday, Feb 28

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Day 8•Saturday, Mar 1

New Orleans, Louisiana

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to New Orleans, Louisiana — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Brilliance of the Seas - February 22, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

New Orleans, Louisiana

🌦️

February

Typical Weather

78°F

Average High

32°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.15in

Daily average

4.2 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

60 / 100

safer than 60% of all cruises

/ 10

New Orleans

Travelers in New Orleans should remain vigilant and cautious, especially outside tourist areas and after dark, due to higher crime rates.

/ 10

Cozumel

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

/ 10

Costa Maya

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

/ 10

Belize City

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

Cruise Ship

⚓ 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 February 22, 2025 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the Brilliance of the Seas February 22, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, February averages 84°F highs and 52°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the February 22, 2025 Brilliance of the Seas itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.0 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, with per-port scores of New Orleans 5.5, Cozumel 7.0, Costa Maya 7.0, Belize City 4.5. 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 New Orleans, Louisiana on Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 3:00 PM and returns on Saturday, Mar 1st, 2025 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Brilliance of the Seas sailing on February 22, 2025?▾

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