Brilliance of the Seas itinerary map for December 21, 2025 (7 nights)

Brilliance of the Seas — December 21, 20257-Night Southern Caribbean Holiday on Royal Caribbean

This 7-night cruise aboard the Brilliance of the Seas departs from San Juan, Puerto Rico on Sunday, December 21, 2025 and returns on Sunday, Dec 28th. December weather across this route averages 86°/75°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.4 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports.

Cruise Length

Night Cruise

Departure Port

San Juan

Puerto Rico

Port Stops

Sea Days

Cruise Price - Brilliance of the Seas December 21, 2025

Brilliance of the Seas · December 21, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Brilliance of the Seas cruise ship departing December 21, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,321 ($189 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,016 ($146 per night), this represents a recent increase of 30%.

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Inside

$1,321

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Oceanview

$1,188

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Balcony

$1,336

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Suite

$5,826

Price History – Brilliance of the Seas December 21, 2025

inside cabin

Brilliance of the Seas

December 21, 2025

$1,321

30% vs avg: $1,016

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Brilliance of the Seas December 21, 2025 — recent price snapshots

Date

Inside

Oceanview

Balcony

Suite

Dec 22, 2025

$1,321

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Dec 21, 2025

$1,321

—

Dec 19, 2025

$1,053

—

Dec 18, 2025

$1,053

—

$5,826

Dec 17, 2025

$1,053

—

$5,826

Dec 15, 2025

$1,053

—

Dec 14, 2025

$957

—

Dec 13, 2025

$1,053

—

Dec 11, 2025

$1,166

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$1,336

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Dec 10, 2025

—

$1,336

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 7 Night Southern Caribbean Holiday (San Juan Roundtrip)

Brilliance of the Seas · December 21, 2025

The Brilliance of the Seas sails on December 21, 2025 for a 7 Night Southern Caribbean Holiday (San Juan Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of San Juan, Puerto Rico at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of San Juan, Puerto Rico on Dec 28th at 5:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Brilliance of the Seas will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Southern Caribbean Holiday (San Juan Roundtrip)

DEC21
San Juan, Puerto Rico
A: — - D: 7:00 PM
DEC22
Frederiksted, St. Croix, U.S.V.I.
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
DEC23
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC24
Willemstad, Curacao
A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
DEC25
Oranjestad, Aruba
A: 7:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
DEC26
Kralendijk, Bonaire
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
DEC27
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC28
San Juan, Puerto Rico
A: 5:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

December 21, 2025 · 7 Night Southern Caribbean Holiday (San Juan Roundtrip)

Day 1•Sunday, Dec 21

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Arrival: —•Departure: 7:00 PM

San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 2•Monday, Dec 22

Frederiksted, St. Croix, U.S.V.I.

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Frederiksted, St. Croix, U.S.V.I., offers docking at Frederiksted Port. Travelers explore Fort Frederik and Rainbow Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Buck Island. Local markets sell callaloo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes fungi, a Virgin Islands favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Frederiksted’s coastal charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and scenic beaches, making Frederiksted an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 3•Tuesday, Dec 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 4•Wednesday, Dec 24

Willemstad, Curacao

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Willemstad, Curaçao, offers docking at Willemstad Port. Travelers explore Queen Emma Bridge and Punda’s colorful buildings. Excursions include snorkeling at Tugboat Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Dutch architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes stobá, a Curaçaoan favorite. Souvenirs, like blue curaçao crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Antillean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Willemstad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Curaçaoan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and marine adventures, making Willemstad an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 5•Thursday, Dec 25

Oranjestad, Aruba

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Oranjestad, Aruba, offers docking at Oranjestad Port. Travelers explore Arikok National Park and California Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Baby Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cacti landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes funchi, an Aruban favorite. Souvenirs, like aloe crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Oranjestad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Aruban stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural parks and scenic beaches, making Oranjestad an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 6•Friday, Dec 26

Kralendijk, Bonaire

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Kralendijk, Bonaire, offers docking at Kralendijk Port. Travelers explore Washington Slagbaai Park and Klein Bonaire. Excursions include snorkeling at Bari Reef. Local markets sell kadushi soup. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures flamingos and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes keshi yena, a Bonairean favorite. Souvenirs, like salt crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Kralendijk’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Bonairean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine biodiversity and scenic islands, making Kralendijk an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 7•Saturday, Dec 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 8•Sunday, Dec 28

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to San Juan, Puerto Rico — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Brilliance of the Seas - December 21, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

San Juan, Puerto Rico

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December

Typical Weather

89°F

Average High

71°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.08in

Daily average

2.5 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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.

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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

74 / 100

safer than 74% of all cruises

/ 10

San Juan

Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.

/ 10

Frederiksted

Frederiksted is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in some neighborhoods due to moderate crime levels.

/ 10

Willemstad

Willemstad is generally safe for tourists, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and opportunistic crime.

/ 10

Oranjestad

Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.

/ 10

Kralendijk

Kralendijk is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and secure belongings.

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 December 21, 2025 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the Brilliance of the Seas December 21, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, December averages 86°F highs and 75°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the December 21, 2025 Brilliance of the Seas itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.4 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 5 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 Juan, Puerto Rico on Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM and returns on Sunday, Dec 28th, 2025 at 5:00 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

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

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Last Updated: May 19, 2026