Freedom of the Seas - 12/27/2025
The December 27, 2025 cruise on the Freedom of the Seas departs from Miami, Florida. On this 9 Night Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day Holiday (Miami Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Freedom of the Seas sets sail on Saturday, Dec 27th and returns on Monday, Jan 5th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Freedom of the Seas cruise ship departing December 27, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,475 ($164 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,384 ($154 per night), this represents a recent increase of 7%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Freedom of the Seas - December 27, 2025 - 9 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 26th | Miami, Florida |
| 2 | Dec 28th | Nassau, Bahamas |
| 3 | Dec 29th | Perfect Day At Coco Cay, Bahamas |
| 4 | Dec 29th | At Sea |
| 5 | Dec 31st | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
| 6 | Jan 1st | St. John's, Antigua |
| 7 | Jan 2nd | Philipsburg, St. Maarten |
| 8 | Jan 2nd | At Sea |
| 9 | Jan 3rd | At Sea |
| 10 | Jan 5th | Miami, Florida |
The Freedom of the Seas sails on December 27, 2025 for a 9 Night Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day Holiday (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 3:30 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Jan 5th at 5:30 AM. During the 10-day journey, the Freedom of the Seas will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 3 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
Freedom of the Seas
FREEDOM OF THE SEAS SIZE
The Freedom of the Seas has a construction date of 2006 and a total size of 154,407 gross tons. The ship measures 1,112 feet (339 meters) in length. Freedom of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Freedom Class. At full capacity, the Freedom of the Seas holds 5,142 passengers. That includes 3,782 cruise vacationers and 1,360 staff members. The Freedom of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,963.
Freedom of the Seas Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:154,407 GT
- Length:1,112 ft (339 m)
- Beam:128 ft (39 m)
- Draft:29 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2006
- Years Served:2006 - Present
- Capacity:3,782
- Crew Members:1,360
- Total on Board:5,142
- Total Staterooms:1,963
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:800 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Freedom 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 Freedom of the Seas Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast. (126 words)
Nassau, Bahamas, offers docking at Prince George Wharf. Travelers explore Atlantis Resort and Straw Market. Excursions include snorkeling at Rose Island. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like straw crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Nassau’s vibrant charm offers a lively Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of resort thrills and cultural markets, making Nassau an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Perfect Day at CocoCay, Bahamas (Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Thrill Waterpark and Chill Island. Excursions include jet skiing and snorkeling. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures water slides and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. CocoCay’s resort allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of thrilling activities and serene beaches, making CocoCay an engaging destination. (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)
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)
Philipsburg, St. Maarten, offers docking at Philipsburg Port. Travelers explore Front Street and Maho Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Cupecoy Bay. Local markets sell guavaberry liqueur. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures plane landings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Maarten favorite. Souvenirs, like Dutch 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. Philipsburg’s vibrant charm offers a lively stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of bustling markets and scenic beaches, making Philipsburg 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!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast. (126 words)