Brilliance of the Seas - 12/28/2026
The December 28, 2026 cruise on the Brilliance of the Seas departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 7 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Brilliance of the Seas sets sail on Monday, Dec 28th and returns on Monday, Jan 4th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Brilliance of the Seas cruise ship departing December 28, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,265 ($181 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,275 ($183 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 1%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Brilliance of the Seas - December 28, 2026 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 27th | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida |
| 2 | Dec 28th | At Sea |
| 3 | Dec 30th | Labadee (Cruise Line Private Island) |
| 4 | Dec 31st | Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic |
| 5 | Jan 1st | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
| 6 | Jan 1st | At Sea |
| 7 | Jan 2nd | At Sea |
| 8 | Jan 4th | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida |
The Brilliance of the Seas sails on December 28, 2026 for a 7 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Jan 4th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Brilliance of the Seas will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
Cruise Ship
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.
Cruise Ports
Ft. Lauderdale has 23 miles of beaches, 300 miles of inland waterways and swimming pools galore, but immersing yourself in this city doesn't require a drop of water. Dive into a culture as deep as any ocean, a culture characterized by Seminoles and Broadway shows, golf and whimsical water taxis, fine cuisine and tasty jazz. And just like the horizon here, the list of attractions goes on and on.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Labadee boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean. Kick back in a lounge chair under a thatched canopy. Or go walking for shells along the beaches of white sand. This also a great place to purchase Haitian crafts and paintings from local merchants.
Puerto Plata is located on the northern coast of the Dominican Republic. It is known as the Amber Coast because of its rich deposits of the fossil resin. The province sprawls out over 70 miles of coast, white sand beaches, protected coral reefs, coconut groves, coastal lagoons, and crystalline waters. In the city, you can visit Mt. Isabel de Torres, a national park and botanical garden.
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.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Ft. Lauderdale has 23 miles of beaches, 300 miles of inland waterways and swimming pools galore, but immersing yourself in this city doesn't require a drop of water. Dive into a culture as deep as any ocean, a culture characterized by Seminoles and Broadway shows, golf and whimsical water taxis, fine cuisine and tasty jazz. And just like the horizon here, the list of attractions goes on and on.