Brilliance of the Seas itinerary map for April 12, 2026
Brilliance of the Seas

7 Night Southern Caribbean on Royal Caribbean Brilliance of the Seas

April 12, 2026

Brilliance of the Seas April 12, 2026

The Brilliance of the Seas April 12, 2026 cruise departs from San Juan, Puerto Rico. On this 7 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan Roundtrip) sailing, the Brilliance of the Seas will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Sunday, Apr 12th and returns on Sunday, Apr 19th, 2026.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
San Juan
Puerto Rico
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
2

Cruise Price

Brilliance of the Seas · April 12, 2026

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Cruise Itinerary Map

Brilliance of the Seas · April 12, 2026

The Brilliance of the Seas sails on April 12, 2026 for a 7 Night Southern Caribbean (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 19th at 6:00 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 (San Juan Roundtrip)

  • APR12
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    A: — - D: 8:00 PM
  • APR13
    Tortola, British Virgin Islands
    Tortola, British Virgin Islands
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • APR14
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR15
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
  • APR16
    Willemstad, Curacao
    Willemstad, Curacao
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • APR17
    Kralendijk, Bonaire
    Kralendijk, Bonaire
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • APR18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR19
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

April 12, 2026 · 7 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan Roundtrip)

San Juan, Puerto Rico
Day 1Sunday, Apr 12

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.

Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Day 2Monday, Apr 13

Tortola, British Virgin Islands

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 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.

At Sea
Day 3Tuesday, Apr 14

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Oranjestad, Aruba
Day 4Wednesday, Apr 15

Oranjestad, Aruba

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 9:00 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.

Willemstad, Curacao
Day 5Thursday, Apr 16

Willemstad, Curacao

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 8:00 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.

Kralendijk, Bonaire
Day 6Friday, Apr 17

Kralendijk, Bonaire

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 6:00 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.

At Sea
Day 7Saturday, Apr 18

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

San Juan, Puerto Rico
Day 8Sunday, Apr 19

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Arrival: 6:00 AMDeparture:

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.

Weather Forecast

Brilliance of the Seas - April 12, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

San Juan, Puerto Rico

April

Typical Weather

91°F

Average High

71°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.10in

Daily average

3.0 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.

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
75 / 100
safer than 75% of all cruises
75
6
/ 10
San Juan, Puerto Rico
San Juan
Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.
7
/ 10
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Tortola
Tortola is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant and exercise caution, especially after dark.
8
/ 10
Oranjestad, Aruba
Oranjestad
Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.
8
/ 10
Willemstad, Curacao
Willemstad
Willemstad is generally safe for tourists, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and opportunistic crime.
8
/ 10
Kralendijk, Bonaire
Kralendijk
Kralendijk is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and secure belongings.

Cruise Ship

Brilliance of the Seas

⚓ Tonnage

90,090

vs avg 160,100

🛠️ Year Built

2,002

vs avg 2,009

📏 Length (ft)

962

vs avg 1,081

👥 Passenger Count

2,145

vs avg 4,070

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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Cruise Director

On duty at sail date (April 12, 2026)

Adam Donaldson

Adam Donaldson

Country: N/AStart: Feb 1, 2026End: Apr 12, 2026

Adam Donaldson is a Royal Caribbean cruise director known for his engaging personality and balanced mix of humor and professionalism.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Brilliance of the Seas sailing on April 12, 2026?

This is a 7-night cruise itinerary departing from San Juan, Puerto Rico.

What ports does the Brilliance of the Seas visit on the April 12, 2026 cruise?

This route includes san-juan-puerto-rico, tortola-british-virgin-islands, oranjestad-aruba, willemstad-curacao, kralendijk-bonaire.

How many sea days are included on this Brilliance of the Seas April 12, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Brilliance of the Seas sailing on April 12, 2026?

Adam Donaldson is scheduled as cruise director for this sailing.

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?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Mar 31, 2026