Grandeur of the Seas - 8/25/2024
The August 25, 2024 cruise on the Grandeur of the Seas departs from Tampa, Florida. On this 13 Night Southern Caribbean Repositioning (Tampa To Boston) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Grandeur of the Seas sets sail on Sunday, Aug 25th and returns on Saturday, Sep 7th.
Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Grandeur of the Seas - August 25, 2024 - 13 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aug 25th | Tampa, Florida |
| 2 | Aug 26th | At Sea |
| 3 | Aug 27th | George Town, Grand Cayman |
| 4 | Aug 28th | At Sea |
| 5 | Aug 29th | Oranjestad, Aruba |
| 6 | Aug 30th | Willemstad, Curacao |
| 7 | Aug 31st | Kralendijk, Bonaire |
| 8 | Sep 1st | At Sea |
| 9 | Sep 2nd | Labadee (Cruise Line Private Island) |
| 10 | Sep 3rd | At Sea |
| 11 | Sep 4th | At Sea |
| 12 | Sep 5th | Royal Naval Dockyard, West End, Bermuda |
| 13 | Sep 6th | At Sea |
| 14 | Sep 7th | Boston, Massachusetts |
The Grandeur of the Seas sails on August 25, 2024 for a 13 Night Southern Caribbean Repositioning (Tampa To Boston). The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Boston, Massachusetts on Sep 7th at 7:00 AM. During the 14-day journey, the Grandeur of the Seas will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 6 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
Grandeur of the Seas
GRANDEUR OF THE SEAS SIZE
The Grandeur of the Seas has a construction date of 1996 and a total size of 73,817 gross tons. The ship measures 916 feet (279 meters) in length. Grandeur of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Vision Class. At full capacity, the Grandeur of the Seas holds 2,752 passengers. That includes 1,992 cruise vacationers and 760 staff members. The Grandeur of the Seas total number of staterooms is 996.
Grandeur of the Seas Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:73,817 GT
- Length:916 ft (279 m)
- Beam:105 ft (32 m)
- Draft:28 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:1996
- Years Served:1996 - Present
- Capacity:1,992
- Crew Members:760
- Total on Board:2,752
- Total Staterooms:996
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:300 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Grandeur 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 Grandeur of the Seas Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, 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. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa 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!
George Town, Grand Cayman, offers docking at George Town Port. Travelers explore Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City. Excursions include snorkeling at Coral Gardens. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes conch chowder, a Caymanian favorite. Souvenirs, like turtle crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. George Town’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Cayman stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine adventures, making George Town 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!
Oranjestad, Aruba, offers docking at Oranjestad Port. Travelers explore Arikok National Park and California Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Baby Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cacti landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes funchi, an Aruban favorite. Souvenirs, like aloe 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. Oranjestad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Aruban stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural parks and scenic beaches, making Oranjestad an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Willemstad, Curaçao, offers docking at Willemstad Port. Travelers explore Queen Emma Bridge and Punda’s colorful buildings. Excursions include snorkeling at Tugboat Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Dutch architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes stobá, a Curaçaoan favorite. Souvenirs, like blue curaçao crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Antillean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Willemstad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Curaçaoan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and marine adventures, making Willemstad an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Kralendijk, Bonaire, offers docking at Kralendijk Port. Travelers explore Washington Slagbaai Park and Klein Bonaire. Excursions include snorkeling at Bari Reef. Local markets sell kadushi soup. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures flamingos and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes keshi yena, a Bonairean favorite. Souvenirs, like salt 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. Kralendijk’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Bonairean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine biodiversity and scenic islands, making Kralendijk 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!
Labadee, Haiti (Cruise Line Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Dragon’s Breath Zipline and Amiga Island. Excursions include snorkeling at Nellie’s Beach. Local markets sell djon djon. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures lush hills and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes griot, a Haitian favorite. Souvenirs, like wooden crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Labadee’s resort allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of adventure activities and scenic beaches, making Labadee an engaging destination for relaxation. (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!
Royal Naval Dockyard, West End, Bermuda, offers docking at King’s Wharf. Travelers explore Fort Scaur and Maritime Museum. Excursions include snorkeling at Church Bay. Local markets sell fish chowder. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial docks and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes spiny lobster, a Bermudian favorite. Souvenirs, like cedar crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bermuda Triangle history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Dockyard’s maritime charm offers a vibrant Bermudian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and scenic beaches, making Dockyard 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!
Boston, Massachusetts, offers docking at Black Falcon Terminal. Travelers explore Freedom Trail and Boston Common. Excursions visit Salem’s Witch Museum. Local markets sell clam chowder. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures colonial landmarks and Charles River vistas. Dining onboard includes lobster rolls, a New England favorite. Souvenirs, like patriot crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Revolutionary history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Boston’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic trails and scenic harbors, making Boston an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)