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The Independence of the Seas departs on May 2nd, 2027 and returns 8 nights later.

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Royal CaribbeanIndependence of the Seas

Independence of the Seas
May 2, 2027

8-Night Southern Caribbean aboard Independence of the Seas · Departing May 2, 2027 from the Port of Miami, Florida.

Interior from$831/ guest

// AT A GLANCE

Independence of the Seas May 2, 2027 Cruise Overview

This 8-night cruise aboard the Independence of the Seas departs from Miami, Florida on Sunday, May 2, 2027 and returns on Monday, May 10th. May weather across this route averages 88°/73°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.0 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports. Suite cabins rose $50 on Sep 1.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE

MODERATE TIER

Safer than 70% of all cruises

Ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

FULL BREAKDOWN →

night cruise

Sun → Mon

Miami

departure port

Florida

port stops

Caribbean

sea days

Day 2

// ON THIS PAGE10 SECTIONS

01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09Cruise director↓10FAQ↓

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Independence of the Seas May 2, 2027 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Independence of the Seas May 2, 2027 Price & Tracking

INDEPENDENCE OF THE SEAS·MAY 2, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Independence of the Seas cruise ship departing May 2, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $831 ($104 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,090 ($137 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 24%.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE

Last 6 months · refreshes daily

This cabin

Avg $1,089

LIVE RATE

INSIDE CABIN

Independence of the Seas · May 2, 2027

$831

$104 per night · 8 nights

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24% below average

Avg $1,089 · You save $258

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Independence of the Seas May 2, 2027 — recent price snapshots

Date

Inside

Oceanview

Balcony

Suite

Sep 1, 2026

$831

$885

$1,249

$2,461

Aug 31, 2026

$831

$885

$1,241

$2,411

Aug 30, 2026

$831

$885

$1,249

$2,400

Aug 28, 2026

$831

$885

$1,249

$2,400

Aug 27, 2026

$831

$885

$1,249

$2,485

Aug 25, 2026

$831

$885

$1,265

$2,400

Aug 23, 2026

$831

$885

$1,265

$2,400

Aug 21, 2026

$680

$808

$974

$1,848

Aug 20, 2026

$831

$885

$1,290

$2,485

Aug 19, 2026

$818

$885

$1,167

$2,461

// 03 · ITINERARY

8 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMAY 2, 2027

The Independence of the Seas sails on May 2, 2027 for a 8 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on May 10th at 6:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Independence of the Seas will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE

Independence of the Seas

MAY 2, 2027

9 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓

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8 NIGHTS · 4 PORTS

ROUND-TRIP · MIAMI

// 04 · PORTS

8 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) Port List

Independence of the Seas·May 2, 2027

DAY

EMBARKATION

SUNDAY·MAY 2

Miami

Florida

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

4:00 PM

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.

MAY FORECAST

79°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Willemstad, Curacao — Day 4 of Independence of the Seas May 2, 2027 cruise

DAY

PORT 3

WEDNESDAY·MAY 5

Willemstad

Curacao

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

8:00 AM

6:00 PM

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.

MAY FORECAST

82°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Oranjestad, Aruba — Day 5 of Independence of the Seas May 2, 2027 cruise

DAY

PORT 4

THURSDAY·MAY 6

Oranjestad

Aruba

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

4:00 PM

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.

MAY FORECAST

82°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic — Day 6 of Independence of the Seas May 2, 2027 cruise

DAY

PORT 5

FRIDAY·MAY 7

Cabo Rojo

Dominican Republic

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

11:00 AM

6:00 PM

Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic, anchors offshore with tenders to Bahía de las Águilas, a remote beach. Travelers snorkel coral reefs with parrotfish. Local markets sell larimar jewelry. Excursions to Jaragua National Park, 30 minutes inland, spot flamingos. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season December to April; taxis 10-20 USD. Dining includes sancocho on board. Souvenirs feature amber pendants. Photography captures turquoise bays.

MAY FORECAST

81°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Nassau, Bahamas — Day 8 of Independence of the Seas May 2, 2027 cruise

DAY

PORT 7

SUNDAY·MAY 9

Nassau

Bahamas

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

8:00 AM

5:00 PM

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.

MAY FORECAST

78°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Miami, Florida — Day 9 of Independence of the Seas May 2, 2027 cruise

DAY

DISEMBARKATION

MONDAY·MAY 10

Miami

Florida

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

6:00 AM

—

Returning to Miami — see Day 1 above for port info.

MAY FORECAST

79°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

// 05 · WEATHER

8 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Independence of the Seas·May 2, 2027

MAY FORECAST · MIAMI

Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.

Miami port guide

79°

AVG · °F

Mostly sunny days

AVG HIGH

89°

AVG LOW

68°

AVG RAINFALL

5.3"

Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo

// YEAR-ROUND AT MIAMI

Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.

AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN

// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Most Popular Miami Shore Excursions

Independent shore excursions in every port on this Independence of the Seas itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.

5 PORTS OF CALL·673 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR

SELECT A PORT

BEST MIAMI SHORE TOURSBest Miami Shore ToursCURATED FROM 203 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT

OF 203

TOP PRODUCT

4.6(3,178)

$42

These are the eight most reviewed. Miami has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.

SEE ALL MIAMI EXCURSIONS

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AFFILIATEPER-CARD ATTRIBUTION

// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

8 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip)

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

LOWHIGH

Safer than 70% of all cruises

7.0/10 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 BREAKDOWN05 PORTS

01

Miami 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

02

Willemstad 🌍

Curacao · Netherlands AntillesSAFE

Willemstad is generally safe for tourists, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and opportunistic crime.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

03

Oranjestad 🌍

Aruba · Netherlands AntillesSAFE

Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

04

Cabo Rojo 🇩🇴

Dominican Republic · Dominican RepublicCAUTION

Cabo Rojo is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant and avoid wandering alone at night to minimize risks.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

05

Nassau 🇧🇸

Bahamas · BahamasCAUTION

Travelers in Nassau should stay vigilant, stick to well-populated areas, and be aware of their surroundings to ensure safety.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Independence of the Seas Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsROYAL CARIBBEAN

Independence of the Seas cruise ship exterior

ROYAL CARIBBEAN · FREEDOM

CHRISTENED

2008

STATEROOMS

1,932

TONNAGE

154,407GT

5.3% BELOW AVG· vs avg 162,993 GT

YEAR BUILT

2008

2 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2010

LENGTH

1,112ft

2.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 1,085 ft

PASSENGER COUNT

3,648cruisers

12.8% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,184 cruisers

// ABOUT THE SHIP

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 in length. Independence of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean's Freedom class. At full capacity, the Independence of the Seas holds 3,648 passengers. That includes 2,208 cruise vacationers and 1,440 staff members. The Independence of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,932.

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// 09 · CRUISE DIRECTOR

Cruise Director

On duty at sail date·May 2, 2027

ON STAGE

CRUISE DIRECTOR · INDEPENDENCE OF THE SEAS

Susan Adams

Susan Adams is a Royal Caribbean cruise director known for her calm leadership style and focus on guest comfort and communication.

CONTRACT

INDEPENDENCE OF THE SEAS

YOUR SAIL · MAY 2, 2027

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// 10 · FAQ

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