Brilliance of the Seas itinerary map for May 11, 2026 (7 nights)
Brilliance of the Seas cruise ship

Brilliance of the Seas — May 11, 20267-Night Italy & France on Royal Caribbean

This 7-night cruise aboard the Brilliance of the Seas departs from Barcelona, Spain on Monday, May 11, 2026 and returns on Monday, May 18th. May weather across this route averages 85°/46°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.9 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Barcelona
Spain
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
1

Cruise Price - Brilliance of the Seas May 11, 2026

Brilliance of the Seas · May 11, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Brilliance of the Seas cruise ship departing May 11, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,561 ($223 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,037 ($149 per night), this represents a recent increase of 50%.

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Inside
$1,561
🌊
Oceanview
$1,811
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Balcony
$1,584
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Suite
$6,212

Price History – Brilliance of the Seas May 11, 2026

inside cabin
Brilliance of the Seas
May 11, 2026
$1,561
50% vs avg: $1,037

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 7 Night Italy & France (Barcelona To Ravenna)

Brilliance of the Seas · May 11, 2026

The Brilliance of the Seas sails on May 11, 2026 for a 7 Night Italy & France (Barcelona To Ravenna). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Ravenna, Italy on May 18th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Brilliance of the Seas will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Italy & France (Barcelona To Ravenna)

  • MAY11
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY12
    Toulon, France
    Toulon, France
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY13
    Ajaccio, Corsica
    Ajaccio, Corsica
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY14
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY15
    Naples, Italy
    Naples, Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY16
    Messina, Sicily
    Messina, Sicily
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY18
    Ravenna, Italy
    Ravenna, Italy
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

May 11, 2026 · 7 Night Italy & France (Barcelona To Ravenna)

Barcelona, Spain — Day 1 of Brilliance of the Seas May 11, 2026 cruise
Day 1•Monday, May 11

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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Toulon, France — Day 2 of Brilliance of the Seas May 11, 2026 cruise
Day 2•Tuesday, May 12

Toulon, France

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Toulon, France, offers docking at Toulon Port. Travelers explore Mount Faron and Naval Museum. Excursions visit Hyères’ old town. Local markets sell tapenade. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cable cars and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes bouillabaisse, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance hillside walks. Toulon’s coastal charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of maritime history and scenic harbors, making Toulon an engaging destination for exploring France’s Provence region.

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Ajaccio, Corsica — Day 3 of Brilliance of the Seas May 11, 2026 cruise
Day 3•Wednesday, May 13

Ajaccio, Corsica

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Ajaccio, Corsica, offers docking at Ajaccio Port. Travelers explore Napoleon’s Birthplace and Fesch Museum. Excursions visit Calanques de Piana. Local markets sell brocciu cheese. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic streets and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes civet de sanglier, a Corsican favorite. Souvenirs, like olive wood crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Corsican history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance coastal hikes. Ajaccio’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic cliffs, making Ajaccio an engaging destination for exploration.

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Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy — Day 4 of Brilliance of the Seas May 11, 2026 cruise
Day 4•Thursday, May 14

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, offers docking at Civitavecchia Port with excursions to Rome. Travelers explore Colosseum and Pantheon. Excursions visit Vatican City’s Sistine Chapel. Local markets sell gelato. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes carbonara, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like Murano glass, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Civitavecchia’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Civitavecchia an engaging destination.

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Naples, Italy — Day 5 of Brilliance of the Seas May 11, 2026 cruise
Day 5•Friday, May 15

Naples, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Naples, Italy, offers docking at Naples Port. Travelers explore Pompeii ruins and Royal Palace. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell margherita pizza. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes spaghetti alle vongole, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like cameo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Naples’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic islands, making Naples an engaging destination for exploration.

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Messina, Sicily — Day 6 of Brilliance of the Seas May 11, 2026 cruise
Day 6•Saturday, May 16

Messina, Sicily

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Messina, Sicily, offers docking at Messina Port. Travelers explore Messina Cathedral and Taormina’s Greek Theatre. Excursions visit Mount Etna. Local markets sell arancini. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes pasta alla norma, 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 sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Messina’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic volcanoes, making Messina an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 7 at sea — Brilliance of the Seas May 11, 2026 itinerary
Day 7•Sunday, May 17

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.

Ravenna, Italy — Day 8 of Brilliance of the Seas May 11, 2026 cruise
Day 8•Monday, May 18

Ravenna, Italy

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Ravenna, Italy, offers docking at Ravenna Port. Travelers explore UNESCO-listed Byzantine mosaics and Dante’s tomb. Excursions visit Bologna’s medieval towers. Local markets sell piadina. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for historic tours. Photography captures ancient basilicas and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes tortellini, an Emilia-Romagna favorite. Souvenirs, like mosaic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Byzantine history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance mosaic walks. Ravenna’s artistic heritage offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic mosaics, cultural landmarks, and coastal charm, making Ravenna an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Adriatic heritage.

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Weather Forecast

Brilliance of the Seas - May 11, 2026 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
69 / 100
safer than 69% of all cruises
69
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.
8
/ 10
Toulon, France
Toulon
Toulon is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.
8
/ 10
Ajaccio, Corsica
Ajaccio
Ajaccio is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised in tourist areas during peak season to prevent petty theft.
7
/ 10
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Civitavecchia
Civitavecchia is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas and near attractions.
6
/ 10
Naples, Italy
Naples
Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.
7
/ 10
Messina, Sicily
Messina
Travelers in Messina should stay vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the port and markets.
8
/ 10
Ravenna, Italy
Ravenna
Ravenna is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing.

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 May 11, 2026 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the Brilliance of the Seas May 11, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, May averages 85°F highs and 46°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the May 11, 2026 Brilliance of the Seas itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.9 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 7 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 Barcelona, Spain on Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM and returns on Monday, May 18th, 2026 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

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Last Updated: May 19, 2026