Brilliance of the Seas - December 20, 2026
The December 20, 2026 cruise on the Brilliance of the Seas departs from San Juan, Puerto Rico. On this 7 Night Southern Caribbean Holiday (San Juan Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Brilliance of the Seas sets sail on Sunday, Dec 20th and returns on Sunday, Dec 27th.
December 20, 2026
Dec 20th - Dec 27th
Brilliance of the Seas
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line
7 Night Southern Caribbean Holiday
from San Juan, Puerto Rico
Brilliance of the Seas
BRILLIANCE OF THE SEAS SIZE
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 (293 meters) in length. Brilliance of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Radiance Class. At full capacity, the Brilliance of the Seas holds 2,993 passengers. That includes 2,145 cruise vacationers and 848 staff members. The Brilliance of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,074.
Brilliance of the Seas Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:90,090 GT
- Length:962 ft (293 m)
- Beam:106 ft (32 m)
- Draft:29 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2002
- Years Served:2002-Present
- Capacity:2,145
- Crew Members:848
- Total on Board:2,993
- Total Staterooms:1,074
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:350 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Brilliance of the Seas age and stats vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Brilliance of the Seas Deck Plans.
Itinerary
Brilliance of the Seas - December 20, 2026 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 19th | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
| 2 | Dec 21st | Tortola, British Virgin Islands |
| 3 | Dec 22nd | St. John's, Antigua |
| 4 | Dec 23rd | Roseau, Dominica |
| 5 | Dec 24th | Frederiksted, St. Croix, U.S.V.I. |
| 6 | Dec 24th | At Sea |
| 7 | Dec 26th | Basseterre, St. Kitts |
| 8 | Dec 27th | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
Cruise Itinerary
The Brilliance of the Seas sails on December 20, 2026 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 27th at 5:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Brilliance of the Seas will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.
The fortress of El Morro guards the harbor against long-gone Sir Francis Drake and his British privateers. The colorful streets of Old San Juan retain the Latin flavor of its seafaring past, when this was the heart of the Spanish Main. Sample the fiery rum made here, or indulge in an icy treat made from fresh tropical fruit and enjoy the Caribbean atmosphere.
Originally established as a British settlement in the 17th century, Antigua certified its independence in 1981. Today, it is a vastly popular oasis, famed for its spectacular climate and 366 pristine beaches. St. John's is a splendid jewel on this tropical crown, boasting lush greenery and limitless recreation options. Take a hiking safari and be dazzled by the sights of the island at 1200 feet.
Tiny and charming, Roseau offers visitors an intimate look at the nation of Dominica. Stroll past the houses on Castle Street, marked by quaint tin roofs and gingerbread fretwork. Tour the Dominican Museum and the plentiful shops in Post Office Square. Pose for scenic nautical photos in front of the Bay Front Sea Wall. Enjoy the chattering antics of native parrots at the local bird sanctuary.
Intricate history and endless fun in the sun are just part of the magic of St. Croix. The largest of the Virgin Islands, St. Croix boasts everything from rolling sugar plantations to rainforest hiking expeditions. Frederiksted is best known as the site of spellbinding Buck Island National Park, where you can take a guided underwater tour of brilliantly colored coral reefs and exotic sea life.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
This fertile isle is a land of rain forests, tropical flowers, and abundant sugar cane. After a stroll around the charming colonial streets and shops of the capital, Basseterre, tour the island or visit Brimstone Hill Fort, an impressive construction that is one of the wonders of the Caribbean world.
The fortress of El Morro guards the harbor against long-gone Sir Francis Drake and his British privateers. The colorful streets of Old San Juan retain the Latin flavor of its seafaring past, when this was the heart of the Spanish Main. Sample the fiery rum made here, or indulge in an icy treat made from fresh tropical fruit and enjoy the Caribbean atmosphere.