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Brilliance of the Seas itinerary map for May 8, 2027 (7 nights)
Brilliance of the Seas itinerary map for May 8, 2027 (7 nights)
7 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Barcelona, Spain
Royal CaribbeanBrilliance of the Seas

Brilliance of the Seas
May 8, 2027

7-Night Italy & Croatia aboard Brilliance of the Seas · Departing May 8, 2027 from the Port of Barcelona, Spain.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Brilliance of the Seas departs from Barcelona, Spain on Saturday, May 8, 2027 and returns on Saturday, May 15th. May weather across this route averages 84°/45°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.2 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.2OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 72% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
7
night cruise
Sat → Sat
02
Barcelona
departure port
Spain
03
6
port stops
Italy
04
2
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

The Brilliance of the Seas, operated by Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, May 8, 2027 from Barcelona, Spain for a 7-night Italy & Croatia cruise. This itinerary includes 6 unique port stops and 2 days at sea. May weather across the route averages 84°F highs and 45°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.2 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $770, with daily price tracking available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Brilliance of the Seas sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Brilliance of the Seas May 8, 2027 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Brilliance of the Seas May 8, 2027 Price & Tracking

BRILLIANCE OF THE SEAS·MAY 8, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Brilliance of the Seas cruise ship departing May 8, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $770 ($110 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $951 ($136 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 19%.

Brilliance of the Seas cruise departing May 8, 20277-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $770 ($110 per night). Average price: $951.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $950
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Brilliance of the Seas · May 8, 2027
$770
$110 per night · 7 nights
19% below average
Avg $950 · You save $180

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Italy & Croatia (Barcelona To Ravenna) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMAY 8, 2027
The Brilliance of the Seas sails on May 8, 2027 for a 7 Night Italy & Croatia (Barcelona To Ravenna) (Barcelona Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Ravenna, Italy on May 15th at 5:30 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Brilliance of the Seas will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Brilliance of the Seas
MAY 8, 2027
8 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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7 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · BARCELONA
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Italy & Croatia (Barcelona To Ravenna) Port List

Brilliance of the Seas·May 8, 2027
Barcelona, Spain — Day 1 of Brilliance of the Seas May 8, 2027 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·MAY 8

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.

La Spezia, Italy — Day 3 of Brilliance of the Seas May 8, 2027 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
MONDAY·MAY 10

La Spezia

Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
7:00 PM

La Spezia, Italy, offers docking at La Spezia Port. Travelers explore Cinque Terre villages and Porto Venere. Excursions visit Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Local markets sell focaccia. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful villages and Ligurian vistas. Dining onboard includes pesto pasta, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ligurian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance village hikes. La Spezia’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO villages and scenic coasts, making La Spezia an engaging destination.

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy — Day 4 of Brilliance of the Seas May 8, 2027 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·MAY 11

Civitavecchia (Rome)

Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
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.

Salerno (naples), Italy — Day 5 of Brilliance of the Seas May 8, 2027 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
WEDNESDAY·MAY 12

Salerno (naples)

Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
6:00 PM

Salerno (Naples), Italy, offers docking at Salerno Port with excursions to Naples. Travelers explore Pompeii’s ruins and Amalfi Coast villages. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell limoncello. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes pizza margherita, a Neapolitan favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Salerno’s historic allure offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and coastal beauty, making Salerno an engaging gateway to Naples.

Zadar, Croatia — Day 7 of Brilliance of the Seas May 8, 2027 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
FRIDAY·MAY 14

Zadar

Croatia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
10:00 AM
7:00 PM

Zadar, Croatia, offers docking at Zadar Port. Travelers explore Sea Organ and St. Donatus Church. Excursions visit Plitvice Lakes. Local markets sell maraschino liqueur. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures acoustic art and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes pašticada, a Croatian favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dalmatian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance lake hikes. Zadar’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Croatian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of unique installations and scenic lakes, making Zadar an engaging destination for exploring Croatia’s Adriatic coast.

Ravenna, Italy — Day 8 of Brilliance of the Seas May 8, 2027 cruise
DAY
8
DISEMBARKATION
SATURDAY·MAY 15

Ravenna

Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
5:30 AM

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.

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Italy & Croatia (Barcelona To Ravenna) Weather Forecast

Brilliance of the Seas·May 8, 2027
MAY FORECAST · BARCELONA
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
64°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
90°
AVG LOW
38°
AVG RAINFALL
1.9"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT BARCELONA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
64°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Brilliance of the Seas May 8, 2027 Excursions

Brilliance of the Seas·May 8, 2027

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.

// BROWSE BY PORT
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Browse shore excursions for each port on this Brilliance of the Seas itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Italy & Croatia (Barcelona To Ravenna)

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 AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 72% of all cruises
7.2/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN06 PORTS
01

Barcelona 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

La Spezia 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

La Spezia is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Civitavecchia (Rome) 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Civitavecchia is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas and near attractions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Salerno (naples) 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Travelers in Salerno should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and certain neighborhoods.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Zadar 🇭🇷

Croatia · CroatiaSAFE

Zadar is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Ravenna 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Ravenna is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Brilliance of the Seas Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsROYAL CARIBBEAN
Brilliance of the Seas
ROYAL CARIBBEAN · RADIANCE
CHRISTENED
2002
STATEROOMS
1,074
TONNAGE
90,090GT
44.7% BELOW AVG· vs avg 162,993 GT
YEAR BUILT
2002
8 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2010
LENGTH
962ft
11.3% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,085 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,145cruisers
48.7% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,184 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

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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// 09 · FAQ

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  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $770 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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