The December 20, 2026 cruise on the Independence of the Seas departs from Miami, Florida. On this 7 Night Western Caribbean Holiday (Miami Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Independence of the Seas sets sail on Sunday, Dec 20th and returns on Sunday, Dec 27th.
Dec 20th - Dec 27th
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line
from Miami, Florida
Cruise Price - Historic & Current
The graph below tracks historic price of the Independence of the Seas cruise ship departing December 20, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,094 ($157 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,102 ($158 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 1%.
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The Independence of the Seas has a construction date of 2008 and a total size of 154,407 gross tons. The ship measures 1,112 feet (339 meters) in length. Independence of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Freedom Class. At full capacity, the Independence of the Seas holds 5,008 passengers. That includes 3,648 cruise vacationers and 1,360 staff members. The Independence of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,932.
To see how this compares, click through to see Independence 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 Independence of the Seas Deck Plans.
Independence of the Seas - December 20, 2026 - 7 Nights
Day | Date | Port |
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1 | Dec 19th | Miami, Florida |
2 | Dec 21st | Bimini, Bahamas |
3 | Dec 21st | At Sea |
4 | Dec 23rd | Ocho Rios, Jamaica |
5 | Dec 24th | George Town, Grand Cayman |
6 | Dec 25th | Falmouth, Jamaica |
7 | Dec 25th | At Sea |
8 | Dec 27th | Miami, Florida |
Cruise Itinerary
The Independence of the Seas sails on December 20, 2026 for a 7 Night Western Caribbean Holiday (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Dec 27th at 5:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Independence of the Seas will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
Explore all that Miami has to offer, from the magnificent Port of Miami, to the world famous Everglades and Biscayne National Parks, historic Coconut Grove, and trendy South Beach. Other attractions include the Miami Seaquarium , Miami MetroZoo, and sports teams the Dolphins, Heat and Marlins. No wonder so many celebrities, such as Gloria Estefan, Madonna and Ricky Martin, call Miami home.
The Bimini Islands are the Western-most islands in the Bahamas. Lying roughly fifty miles due east of Miami, The Biminis are actually two islands separated by a very narrow channel. Head over to the area called Alice Town for some shopping, dining, or live entertainment. Fish are plentiful throughout the reefs that surround the Biminis as are the good times here!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
With its swaying palms, glistening white beaches, and sophisticated resorts, Ocho Rios is a favorite vacation spot. For a splendid view, visit Shaw Park Gardens, overflowing with fragrant flora and refreshing waterfalls, or enjoy a refreshing trek through Dunn's River Falls one of the most celebrated attractions of the Caribbean.
George Town is the capital of the Cayman Islands, and is situated directly on Grand Cayman. Once a center of turtle fishing, the area is now a popular tourist destination. Snorkeling and diving are especially popular, and the opportunity to swim with and feed the giant, graceful stingrays should not be missed. Don't worry--it is said that no one has ever been stung.
Falmouth is the chief town and capital of the parish of Trelawny in Jamaica. It is situated on Jamaica's north coast 18 miles east of Montego Bay. It is noted for being one of the Caribbean's best-preserved Georgian towns. The town was meticulously planned from the start, with wide streets in a regular grid, adequate water supply, and public buildings. It had piped water earlier than New York City.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Explore all that Miami has to offer, from the magnificent Port of Miami, to the world famous Everglades and Biscayne National Parks, historic Coconut Grove, and trendy South Beach. Other attractions include the Miami Seaquarium , Miami MetroZoo, and sports teams the Dolphins, Heat and Marlins. No wonder so many celebrities, such as Gloria Estefan, Madonna and Ricky Martin, call Miami home.