Independence of the Seas itinerary map for May 19, 2027
Independence of the Seas

8 Night Bermuda & Eastern Caribbean on Royal Caribbean Independence of the Seas

May 19, 2027

Independence of the Seas May 19, 2027

The Independence of the Seas May 19, 2027 cruise departs from Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey. On this 8 Night Bermuda & Eastern Caribbean (Cape Liberty Roundtrip) sailing, the Independence of the Seas will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Wednesday, May 19th and returns on Thursday, May 27th, 2027.

Cruise Length
8
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Cape Liberty
New Jersey
Port Stops
3
Sea Days
4
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Independence of the Seas · May 19, 2027

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Independence of the Seas · May 19, 2027

The Independence of the Seas sails on May 19, 2027 for a 8 Night Bermuda & Eastern Caribbean (Cape Liberty Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey on May 27th at 7:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Independence of the Seas will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

8 Night Bermuda & Eastern Caribbean (Cape Liberty Roundtrip)

  • MAY19
    Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey
    Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAY20
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY21
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY22
    Grand Turk Island
    Grand Turk Island
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAY23
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY24
    Royal Naval Dockyard, West End, Bermuda
    Royal Naval Dockyard, West End, Bermuda
    A: 9:00 AM - D: —
  • MAY19
    Royal Naval Dockyard, West End, Bermuda
    Royal Naval Dockyard, West End, Bermuda
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY26
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY27
    Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey
    Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

May 19, 2027 · 8 Night Bermuda & Eastern Caribbean (Cape Liberty Roundtrip)

Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey
Day 1•Wednesday, May 19

Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

Cape Liberty (Bayonne), New Jersey, offers docking at Cape Liberty Port. Travelers explore Statue of Liberty and Manhattan via shuttle. Excursions visit Ellis Island. Local markets sell bagels. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures skyscrapers and Hudson River vistas. Dining onboard includes pastrami sandwiches, a New York favorite. Souvenirs, like Statue of Liberty crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lenape history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Cape Liberty’s urban gateway offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic harbors, making Cape Liberty an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 2•Thursday, May 20

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 3•Friday, May 21

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Grand Turk Island
Day 4•Saturday, May 22

Grand Turk Island

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Grand Turk Island, Turks and Caicos, offers docking at Grand Turk Cruise Center. Travelers explore Cockburn Town and Governor’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Gibbs Cay. Local markets sell conch salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes jerk fish, a Turks and Caicos favorite. Souvenirs, like shell 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. Grand Turk’s coastal charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and marine beauty, making Grand Turk an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 5•Sunday, May 23

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Royal Naval Dockyard, West End, Bermuda
Day 6•Monday, May 24

Royal Naval Dockyard, West End, Bermuda

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: —

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.

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Royal Naval Dockyard, West End, Bermuda
Day 7•Tuesday, May 25

Royal Naval Dockyard, West End, Bermuda

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

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.

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At Sea
Day 8•Wednesday, May 26

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey
Day 9•Thursday, May 27

Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Cape Liberty (Bayonne), New Jersey, offers docking at Cape Liberty Port. Travelers explore Statue of Liberty and Manhattan via shuttle. Excursions visit Ellis Island. Local markets sell bagels. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures skyscrapers and Hudson River vistas. Dining onboard includes pastrami sandwiches, a New York favorite. Souvenirs, like Statue of Liberty crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lenape history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Cape Liberty’s urban gateway offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic harbors, making Cape Liberty an engaging destination.

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Weather Forecast

Independence of the Seas - May 19, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey

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May

Typical Weather

88°F

Average High

33°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.12in

Daily average

3.9 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank
80 / 100
safer than 80% of all cruises
80
7
/ 10
Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey
Cape Liberty
Cape Liberty is a secure port, but travelers should remain vigilant and take standard precautions due to higher crime rates nearby.
8
/ 10
Grand Turk Island
Grand Turk
Grand Turk Island is a safe destination for cruise travelers, featuring a low crime rate and a strong local police presence.
8
/ 10
Royal Naval Dockyard, West End, Bermuda
Royal Naval
The Royal Naval Dockyard is a secure tourist destination with low violent crime, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft.

Cruise Ship

Independence of the Seas

⚓ Tonnage

154,407

vs avg 162,993

🛠️ Year Built

2,008

vs avg 2,010

📏 Length (ft)

1,112

vs avg 1,085

👥 Passenger Count

3,648

vs avg 4,184

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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Cruise Director

On duty at sail date (May 19, 2027)

Susan Adams

Susan Adams

Country: N/A•Start: Sep 10, 2025•End: Current

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

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Independence of the Seas sailing on May 19, 2027?

This is a 8-night cruise itinerary departing from Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey.

What ports does the Independence of the Seas visit on the May 19, 2027 cruise?

This route includes cape-liberty-bayonne-new-jersey, grand-turk-turks-caicos, royal-naval-dockyard-west-end-bermuda.

How many sea days are included on this Independence of the Seas May 19, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 4 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Independence of the Seas sailing on May 19, 2027?

Susan Adams is scheduled as cruise director for this sailing.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Independence of the Seas itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Apr 3, 2026