Brilliance of the Seas - 1/17/2027
The January 17, 2027 cruise on the Brilliance of the Seas departs from San Juan, Puerto Rico. On this 7 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Brilliance of the Seas sets sail on Sunday, Jan 17th and returns on Sunday, Jan 24th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Brilliance of the Seas cruise ship departing January 17, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $825 ($118 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $750 ($108 per night), this represents a recent increase of 10%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Brilliance of the Seas - January 17, 2027 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jan 16th | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
| 2 | Jan 18th | Tortola, British Virgin Islands |
| 3 | Jan 19th | St. John's, Antigua |
| 4 | Jan 20th | Fort-De-France, Martinique |
| 5 | Jan 21st | Kingstown, St. Vincent |
| 6 | Jan 22nd | Basseterre, St. Kitts |
| 7 | Jan 22nd | At Sea |
| 8 | Jan 24th | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
The Brilliance of the Seas sails on January 17, 2027 for a 7 Night Southern Caribbean (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 Jan 24th 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.
Itinerary Safety Score
Based on my 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.
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
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
Fort-de-France, Martinique, offers docking at Fort-de-France Port. Travelers explore Fort St. Louis and Balata Gardens. Excursions include snorkeling at Anse Dufour. Local markets sell accras. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes colombo, a Martinican favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Fort-de-France’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Martinican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and scenic gardens, making Fort-de-France an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Kingstown, St. Vincent, has docking at Kingstown Port. Travelers explore Fort Charlotte’s views and botanical gardens. Excursions snorkel Bequia’s reefs. Local markets sell breadfruit. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather. Photography captures Caribbean shores and colonial forts. Dining onboard includes callaloo, a local soup. Souvenirs, like spice necklaces, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Caribbean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Kingstown’s vibrant charm offers a lively St. Vincent stop, blending culture with coastal beauty.
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. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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. (126 words)