Brilliance of the Seas itinerary map for March 15, 2025 (7 nights)
Brilliance of the Seas cruise ship

Brilliance of the Seas — March 15, 20257-Night Western Caribbean on Royal Caribbean

This 7-night cruise aboard the Brilliance of the Seas departs from New Orleans, Louisiana on Saturday, March 15, 2025 and returns on Saturday, Mar 22nd. March weather across this route averages 85°/53°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.8 out of 10 — New Orleans (5.5), Cozumel (7.0), George Town (8.6), Progreso (6.1).

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
New Orleans
Louisiana
Port Stops
4
Sea Days
3

Cruise Price - Brilliance of the Seas March 15, 2025

Brilliance of the Seas · March 15, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Brilliance of the Seas cruise ship departing March 15, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,096 ($157 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $936 ($134 per night), this represents a recent increase of 17%.

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Inside
$1,096
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Oceanview
$1,718
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Balcony
$2,106
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Suite
$2,609

Price History – Brilliance of the Seas March 15, 2025

inside cabin
Brilliance of the Seas
March 15, 2025
$1,096
17% vs avg: $936

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

Brilliance of the Seas · March 15, 2025

The Brilliance of the Seas sails on March 15, 2025 for a 7 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of New Orleans, Louisiana at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of New Orleans, Louisiana on Mar 22nd at 7:00 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)

  • MAR15
    New Orleans, Louisiana
    New Orleans, Louisiana
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR16
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR17
    Cozumel, Mexico
    Cozumel, Mexico
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR18
    George Town, Grand Cayman
    George Town, Grand Cayman
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAR19
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR20
    Progreso (Merida), Mexico
    Progreso (Merida), Mexico
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR21
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR22
    New Orleans, Louisiana
    New Orleans, Louisiana
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

March 15, 2025 · 7 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip)

New Orleans, Louisiana — Day 1 of Brilliance of the Seas March 15, 2025 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Mar 15

New Orleans, Louisiana

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — Brilliance of the Seas March 15, 2025 itinerary
Day 2•Sunday, Mar 16

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.

Cozumel, Mexico — Day 3 of Brilliance of the Seas March 15, 2025 cruise
Day 3•Monday, Mar 17

Cozumel, Mexico

Arrival: 8:00 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 LinkPort Excursions Link
George Town, Grand Cayman — Day 4 of Brilliance of the Seas March 15, 2025 cruise
Day 4•Tuesday, Mar 18

George Town, Grand Cayman

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

George Town, Grand Cayman, offers docking at George Town Port. Travelers explore Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City. Excursions include snorkeling at Coral Gardens. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes conch chowder, a Caymanian favorite. Souvenirs, like turtle crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. George Town’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Cayman stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine adventures, making George Town an engaging destination.

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Day 5 at sea — Brilliance of the Seas March 15, 2025 itinerary
Day 5•Wednesday, Mar 19

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.

Progreso (Merida), Mexico — Day 6 of Brilliance of the Seas March 15, 2025 cruise
Day 6•Thursday, Mar 20

Progreso (Merida), Mexico

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Progreso (Merida), Mexico, offers docking at Progreso Port with excursions to Merida. Travelers explore Chichen Itza and Merida’s Plaza Grande. Excursions include cenote swimming. Local markets sell cochinita pibil. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan pyramids and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes sopa de lima, a Yucatecan favorite. Souvenirs, like hammocks, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance cenote exploration. Progreso’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic coasts, making Progreso an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 7 at sea — Brilliance of the Seas March 15, 2025 itinerary
Day 7•Friday, Mar 21

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 8 of Brilliance of the Seas March 15, 2025 cruise
Day 8•Saturday, Mar 22

New Orleans, Louisiana

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

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

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Brilliance of the Seas - March 15, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

New Orleans, Louisiana

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March

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

33°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.13in

Daily average

4.1 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
68 / 100
safer than 68% of all cruises
68
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.
7
/ 10
Cozumel, Mexico
Cozumel
Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.
9
/ 10
George Town, Grand Cayman
George Town
George Town, Grand Cayman, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a strong local law enforcement presence.
6
/ 10
Progreso (Merida), Mexico
Progreso
Progreso is generally safe for travelers, but it's crucial to stay vigilant against pickpocketing and scams, especially in crowded areas.

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 March 15, 2025 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the Brilliance of the Seas March 15, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, March averages 85°F highs and 53°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the March 15, 2025 Brilliance of the Seas itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.8 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, with per-port scores of New Orleans 5.5, Cozumel 7.0, George Town 8.6, Progreso 6.1. 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, March 15, 2025 at 4:00 PM and returns on Saturday, Mar 22nd, 2025 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

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