Brilliance of the Seas itinerary map for May 21, 2025
Brilliance of the Seas

9 Night Mediterranean Highlights on Royal Caribbean Brilliance of the Seas

May 21, 2025

Brilliance of the Seas May 21, 2025

The Brilliance of the Seas May 21, 2025 cruise departs from Barcelona, Spain. On this 9 Night Mediterranean Highlights (Barcelona To Athens) sailing, the Brilliance of the Seas will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Wednesday, May 21st and returns on Friday, May 30th, 2025.

Cruise Length
9
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Barcelona
Spain
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
2
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Cruise Price

Brilliance of the Seas · May 21, 2025

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Brilliance of the Seas · May 21, 2025

The Brilliance of the Seas sails on May 21, 2025 for a 9 Night Mediterranean Highlights (Barcelona To Athens). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece on May 30th at 5:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the Brilliance of the Seas will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

9 Night Mediterranean Highlights (Barcelona To Athens)

  • MAY21
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY22
    Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
    Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY23
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY24
    Palermo, Sicily
    Palermo, Sicily
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY25
    Valletta, Malta
    Valletta, Malta
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY26
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY27
    Mykonos, Greece
    Mykonos, Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY28
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY29
    Santorini, Greece
    Santorini, Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAY30
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: 5:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

May 21, 2025 · 9 Night Mediterranean Highlights (Barcelona To Athens)

Barcelona, Spain
Day 1•Wednesday, May 21

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region.

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Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
Day 2•Thursday, May 22

Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, offers docking at Palma Port. Travelers explore La Seu Cathedral and Bellver Castle. Excursions visit Valldemossa’s monastery. Local markets sell ensaimada. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Gothic spires and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes sobrasada, a Mallorcan favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Balearic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palma’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palma an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 3•Friday, May 23

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Palermo, Sicily
Day 4•Saturday, May 24

Palermo, Sicily

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Palermo, Sicily, offers docking at Palermo Port. Travelers explore Palermo Cathedral and Norman Palace. Excursions visit Monreale’s mosaics. Local markets sell arancini. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Arab-Norman architecture and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes caponata, a Sicilian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palermo’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palermo an engaging destination for exploring Sicily’s capital.

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Valletta, Malta
Day 5•Sunday, May 25

Valletta, Malta

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Valletta, Malta, offers docking at Valletta Port. Travelers explore St. John’s Co-Cathedral and Upper Barrakka Gardens. Excursions visit Mdina’s medieval walls. Local markets sell pastizzi. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Baroque architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes rabbit stew, a Maltese favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Knights of Malta history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Valletta’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Maltese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic harbors, making Valletta an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 6•Monday, May 26

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Mykonos, Greece
Day 7•Tuesday, May 27

Mykonos, Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Mykonos, Greece, offers docking at Mykonos Port. Travelers explore Little Venice and Mykonos Windmills. Excursions include Delos Island ruins. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures whitewashed streets and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cycladic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance island walks. Mykonos’ picturesque charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ruins and scenic beaches, making Mykonos an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Cyclades.

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Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Day 8•Wednesday, May 28

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey, offers docking at Kusadasi Port with excursions to Ephesus. Travelers explore Ephesus ruins and Artemis Temple. Excursions visit Virgin Mary’s House. Local markets sell baklava. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes kebabs, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenistic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Kusadasi’s historic charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic coasts, making Kusadasi an engaging destination.

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Santorini, Greece
Day 9•Thursday, May 29

Santorini, Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Santorini, Greece, offers docking at Fira Port with tenders to shore. Travelers explore Oia’s blue-domed churches and Thera ruins. Excursions include sailing to Nea Kameni. Local markets sell fava beans. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures caldera views and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like volcanic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance cliff walks. Santorini’s iconic charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning views and ancient ruins, making Santorini an engaging destination.

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Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Day 10•Friday, May 30

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: —

Piraeus (Athens), Greece, offers docking at Piraeus Port with excursions to Athens. Travelers explore Acropolis and Parthenon. Excursions visit Cape Sounion. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Piraeus’ cultural gateway offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Piraeus an engaging destination for exploration.

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Weather Forecast

Brilliance of the Seas - May 21, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Barcelona, Spain

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May

Typical Weather

90°F

Average High

38°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

1.9 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
73 / 100
safer than 73% of all cruises
73
7
/ 10
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona
Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.
7
/ 10
Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
Palma De Mallorc
Palma de Mallorca is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.
6
/ 10
Palermo, Sicily
Palermo
Travelers in Palermo should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, keeping belongings secure and being aware of their surroundings.
8
/ 10
Valletta, Malta
Valletta
Valletta is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the sights.
8
/ 10
Mykonos, Greece
Mykonos
Travelers in Mykonos should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas during peak season.
7
/ 10
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Kusadasi
Kusadasi is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty crime and safeguard personal belongings.
9
/ 10
Santorini, Greece
Santorini
Santorini is safe for travelers, but they should stay vigilant in crowded areas for pickpocketing and be cautious of traffic hazards.
7
/ 10
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Piraeus
Piraeus is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised at night and in crowded areas due to petty theft and potential disruptions.

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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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Brilliance of the Seas sailing on May 21, 2025?

This is a 9-night cruise itinerary departing from Barcelona, Spain.

What ports does the Brilliance of the Seas visit on the May 21, 2025 cruise?

This route includes barcelona-spain, palma-de-mallorca-spain, palermo-sicily, valletta-malta, mykonos-greece, kusadasi-turkey, santorini-greece, athens-greece.

How many sea days are included on this Brilliance of the Seas May 21, 2025 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Brilliance of the Seas sailing on May 21, 2025?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Brilliance of the Seas itinerary?

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Last Updated: Apr 3, 2026