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When does the Independence of the Seas sail and return on this itinerary?

The Independence of the Seas departs on April 8th, 2028 and returns 7 nights later.

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Royal CaribbeanIndependence of the Seas

Independence of the Seas
April 8, 2028

7-Night Eastern Caribbean aboard Independence of the Seas · Departing April 8, 2028 from the Port of Miami, Florida.

Interior from$979/ guest

// AT A GLANCE

Independence of the Seas April 8, 2028 Cruise Overview

This 7-night cruise aboard the Independence of the Seas departs from Miami, Florida on Saturday, April 8, 2028 and returns on Saturday, Apr 15th. April weather across this route averages 91°/66°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.3 out of 10 — Miami (6.8), Puerto Plata (6.0), Samana (6.3), San Juan (6.4). Suite cabins rose $449 on Sep 3.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE

CAUTION TIER

Safer than 63% of all cruises

Ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

FULL BREAKDOWN →

night cruise

Sat → Sat

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 April 8, 2028 Roll Call

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// 7 CRUISERS · LOCKED

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Independence of the Seas April 8, 2028 Price & Tracking

INDEPENDENCE OF THE SEAS·APRIL 8, 2028

The graph below tracks historic price of the Independence of the Seas cruise ship departing April 8, 2028. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $979 ($140 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $987 ($141 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 1%.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE

Last 6 months · refreshes daily

This cabin

Avg $986

LIVE RATE

INSIDE CABIN

Independence of the Seas · April 8, 2028

$979

$140 per night · 7 nights

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1% below average

Avg $986 · You save $7

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Independence of the Seas April 8, 2028 — recent price snapshots

Date

Inside

Oceanview

Balcony

Suite

Sep 3, 2026

$979

$1,044

$1,438

$2,590

Sep 1, 2026

$979

$1,044

$1,369

$2,141

Aug 31, 2026

$979

$1,044

$1,360

$2,140

Aug 30, 2026

$972

$1,044

$1,331

$2,088

Aug 28, 2026

$972

$1,044

$1,331

$2,088

Aug 27, 2026

$979

$1,044

$1,438

$2,590

Aug 25, 2026

$972

$1,044

$1,331

$2,088

Aug 24, 2026

$972

$1,088

$1,331

$2,088

Aug 23, 2026

$972

$1,044

$1,331

$2,088

Aug 21, 2026

$748

$837

$1,024

$1,607

// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapAPRIL 8, 2028

The Independence of the Seas sails on April 8, 2028 for a 7 Night Eastern 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 Apr 15th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Independence of the Seas will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE

Independence of the Seas

APRIL 8, 2028

8 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓

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7 NIGHTS · 3 PORTS

ROUND-TRIP · MIAMI

// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) Port List

Independence of the Seas·April 8, 2028

DAY

EMBARKATION

SATURDAY·APR 8

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.

APRIL FORECAST

74°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic — Day 3 of Independence of the Seas April 8, 2028 cruise

DAY

PORT 2

MONDAY·APR 10

Puerto Plata

Dominican Republic

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

8:00 AM

5:00 PM

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, provides docking at Puerto Plata Port. Travelers explore Amber Museum and Mount Isabel de Torres. Excursions include snorkeling at Sosúa Beach. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Puerto Plata’s vibrant charm offers a dynamic Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic beaches, and Caribbean culture, making Puerto Plata an engaging destination for exploration.

APRIL FORECAST

81°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Samana, Dominican Republic — Day 4 of Independence of the Seas April 8, 2028 cruise

DAY

PORT 3

TUESDAY·APR 11

Samana

Dominican Republic

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

8:00 AM

5:00 PM

Samana, Dominican Republic, offers docking at Samana Port. Travelers explore Los Haitises National Park and El Limón Waterfall. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures karst landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like coconut crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance waterfall hikes. Samana’s natural charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of lush parks and marine adventures, making Samana an engaging destination for exploration.

APRIL FORECAST

82°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

San Juan, Puerto Rico — Day 5 of Independence of the Seas April 8, 2028 cruise

DAY

PORT 4

WEDNESDAY·APR 12

San Juan

Puerto Rico

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

8:00 AM

5:00 PM

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.

APRIL FORECAST

81°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Miami, Florida — Day 8 of Independence of the Seas April 8, 2028 cruise

DAY

DISEMBARKATION

SATURDAY·APR 15

Miami

Florida

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

6:00 AM

—

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

APRIL FORECAST

74°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Independence of the Seas·April 8, 2028

APR FORECAST · MIAMI

Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.

Miami port guide

74°

AVG · °F

Mostly sunny days

AVG HIGH

89°

AVG LOW

59°

AVG RAINFALL

3.0"

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.

4 PORTS OF CALL·458 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR

SELECT A PORT

BEST MIAMI SHORE TOURSBest Miami Shore ToursCURATED FROM 205 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT

OF 205

TOP PRODUCT

4.6(3,181)

$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

7 Night Eastern 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

CAUTION TIER

LOWHIGH

Safer than 63% of all cruises

6.3/10 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 BREAKDOWN04 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

Puerto Plata 🇩🇴

Dominican Republic · Dominican RepublicCAUTION

Travelers to Puerto Plata should remain vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours to enhance safety while exploring.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

03

Samana 🇩🇴

Dominican Republic · Dominican RepublicCAUTION

Travelers in Samana should remain vigilant against petty theft and take standard precautions to ensure a safe visit.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

04

San Juan 🇵🇷

Puerto Rico · Puerto RicoCAUTION

Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.

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.

// INSIDE THE FULL SHIP PAGE

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// 09 · CRUISE DIRECTOR

Cruise Director

On duty at sail date·April 8, 2028

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 · APRIL 8, 2028

STARTS

Sep 10, 2025

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// 10 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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