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Brilliance of the Seas itinerary map for April 5, 2026 (7 nights)
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7 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · San Juan, Puerto Rico
Royal CaribbeanBrilliance of the Seas

Brilliance of the Seas
April 5, 2026

7-Night Southern Caribbean aboard Brilliance of the Seas · Departing April 5, 2026 from the Port of San Juan, Puerto Rico.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Brilliance of the Seas departs from San Juan, Puerto Rico on Sunday, April 5, 2026 and returns on Sunday, Apr 12th. April weather across this route averages 86°/74°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.8 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
6.8OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 68% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
7
night cruise
Sun → Sun
02
San Juan
departure port
Puerto Rico
03
6
port stops
Caribbean
04
1
sea day
Day 7
// ON THIS PAGE10 SECTIONS
01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09Cruise director↓10FAQ↓

The Brilliance of the Seas, operated by Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, sets sail on Sunday, April 5, 2026 from San Juan, Puerto Rico for a 7-night Southern Caribbean cruise. This itinerary includes 6 unique port stops and 1 day at sea. April weather across the route averages 86°F highs and 74°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 6.8 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Brilliance of the Seas sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Brilliance of the Seas April 5, 2026 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Brilliance of the Seas April 5, 2026 Price & Tracking

BRILLIANCE OF THE SEAS·APRIL 5, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Brilliance of the Seas cruise ship departing April 5, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,110 ($159 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $848 ($122 per night), this represents a recent increase of 31%.

Brilliance of the Seas cruise departing April 5, 2026 — 7-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,110 ($159 per night). Average price: $848.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $766
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Brilliance of the Seas · April 5, 2026
$1,110
$159 per night · 7 nights
↑
45% above average
Avg $766

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapAPRIL 5, 2026
The Brilliance of the Seas sails on April 5, 2026 for a 7 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan Roundtrip) (San Juan Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of San Juan, Puerto Rico at 8:00 PM and will return to the port of San Juan, Puerto Rico on Apr 12th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Brilliance of the Seas will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 day at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Brilliance of the Seas
APRIL 5, 2026
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7 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · SAN JUAN
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan Roundtrip) Port List

Brilliance of the Seas·April 5, 2026
San Juan, Puerto Rico — Day 1 of Brilliance of the Seas April 5, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SUNDAY·APR 5

San Juan

Puerto Rico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
8:00 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.

APRIL FORECAST
81°F avg · Avg
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas — Day 2 of Brilliance of the Seas April 5, 2026 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
MONDAY·APR 6

Charlotte Amalie

St. Thomas
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, offers docking at Havensight Port. Travelers explore Blackbeard’s Castle and Magens Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at Coki Beach. Local markets sell callaloo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pirate history and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes fungi, a Virgin Islands favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Charlotte Amalie’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and cultural landmarks, making St. Thomas an engaging destination.

APRIL FORECAST
80°F avg · Avg
Tortola, British Virgin Islands — Day 3 of Brilliance of the Seas April 5, 2026 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
TUESDAY·APR 7

Tortola

British Virgin Islands
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Tortola, British Virgin Islands, offers docking at Road Town Port. Travelers explore Sage Mountain and Cane Garden Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at The Baths. Local markets sell painkillers. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic hills and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes roti, a BVI favorite. Souvenirs, like shell 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. Tortola’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and marine adventures, making Tortola an engaging destination for exploration.

APRIL FORECAST
80°F avg · Avg
Basseterre, St. Kitts — Day 4 of Brilliance of the Seas April 5, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
WEDNESDAY·APR 8

Basseterre

St. Kitts
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Basseterre, St. Kitts, offers docking at Port Zante. Travelers explore Brimstone Hill Fortress and Romney Manor. Excursions include snorkeling at Shitten Bay. Local markets sell johnnycakes. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes goat water, a St. Kitts favorite. Souvenirs, like batik crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Basseterre’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO fortresses and scenic beaches, making Basseterre an engaging destination for exploration.

APRIL FORECAST
79°F avg · Avg
St. John's, Antigua — Day 5 of Brilliance of the Seas April 5, 2026 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
THURSDAY·APR 9

St. John's

Antigua
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

St. John’s, Antigua, offers docking at St. John’s Port. Travelers explore Nelson’s Dockyard and Shirley Heights. Excursions include snorkeling at Cades Reef. Local markets sell fungi. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial docks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes pepperpot, an Antiguan favorite. Souvenirs, like batik crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. St. John’s vibrant charm offers a lively Antiguan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic dockyards and scenic beaches, making St. John’s an engaging destination for exploration.

APRIL FORECAST
80°F avg · Avg
Castries, St. Lucia — Day 6 of Brilliance of the Seas April 5, 2026 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
FRIDAY·APR 10

Castries

St. Lucia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Castries, St. Lucia, offers docking at Castries Port. Travelers explore Pigeon Island and Sulphur Springs. Excursions include snorkeling at Anse Chastanet. Local markets sell green fig salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Piton peaks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Lucian favorite. Souvenirs, like cocoa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Castries’ vibrant charm offers a lively St. Lucian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Castries an engaging destination for exploration.

APRIL FORECAST
81°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Brilliance of the Seas·April 5, 2026
APR FORECAST · SAN JUAN
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
81°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
91°
AVG LOW
71°
AVG RAINFALL
3.0"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT SAN JUAN
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
81°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Brilliance of the Seas April 5, 2026 Excursions

Brilliance of the Seas·April 5, 2026

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.

// BROWSE BY PORT
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Brilliance of the Seas itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan Roundtrip)

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 AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 68% of all cruises
6.8/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN06 PORTS
01

San Juan 🇵🇷

Puerto Rico · Puerto RicoCAUTION

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

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Charlotte Amalie 🌍

St. Thomas · U. S. Virgin IslandsCAUTION

Travelers should stay vigilant in Charlotte Amalie, avoiding isolated areas and being cautious in crowded spots to minimize crime risks.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Tortola 🇻🇬

British Virgin Islands · British Virgin IslandsMODERATE

Tortola is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant and exercise caution, especially after dark.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Basseterre 🌍

St. Kitts · St Kitts And NevisMODERATE

Basseterre is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's wise to stay vigilant against petty theft and avoid poorly lit areas at night.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

St. John's 🌍

Antigua · AntiguaMODERATE

St. John's is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance is advised due to potential petty theft and risks in certain neighborhoods after dark.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Castries 🌍

St. Lucia · St LuciaMODERATE

Castries is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and protect belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Brilliance of the Seas Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsROYAL CARIBBEAN
Brilliance of the Seas
ROYAL CARIBBEAN · RADIANCE
CHRISTENED
2002
STATEROOMS
1,074
TONNAGE
90,090GT
44.7% BELOW AVG· vs avg 162,993 GT
YEAR BUILT
2002
8 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2010
LENGTH
962ft
11.3% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,085 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,145cruisers
48.7% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,184 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

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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// 09 · CRUISE DIRECTOR

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// 10 · FAQ

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