Radiance of the Seas itinerary map for March 2, 2024 (5 nights)
Radiance of the Seas itinerary map for March 2, 2024 (5 nights)
5 nights · 3 ports
Round-trip · Tampa, Florida
Royal CaribbeanRadiance of the Seas

Radiance of the Seas
March 2, 2024

5-Night 6 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day aboard Radiance of the Seas · Departing March 2, 2024 from the Port of Tampa, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 5-night cruise aboard the Radiance of the Seas departs from Tampa, Florida on Saturday, March 2, 2024 and returns on Thursday, Mar 7th. March weather across this route averages 89°/50°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.4 out of 10 — Tampa (6.9), Perfect Day (9.1), Progreso (6.1).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.4OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 74% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
5
night cruise
Sat → Thu
02
Tampa
departure port
Florida
03
3
port stops
Bahamas
04
3
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE07 SECTIONS
03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓
// 03 · ITINERARY

6 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day (Tampa Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMARCH 2, 2024
The Radiance of the Seas sails on March 2, 2024 for a 6 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day (Tampa Roundtrip) (Tampa Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Tampa, Florida on Mar 7th at 6:00 AM. During the 7-day journey, the Radiance of the Seas will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Radiance of the Seas
MARCH 2, 2024
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5 NIGHTS · 2 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · TAMPA
// 04 · PORTS

6 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day (Tampa Roundtrip) Port List

Radiance of the Seas·March 2, 2024
Tampa, Florida — Day 1 of Radiance of the Seas March 2, 2024 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·MAR 2

Tampa

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
3:00 PM

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.

MARCH FORECAST
65°F avg · Avg
Perfect Day At Coco Cay, Bahamas — Day 3 of Radiance of the Seas March 2, 2024 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
MONDAY·MAR 4

Perfect Day At Coco Cay

Bahamas
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
4:00 PM

Perfect Day at CocoCay, Bahamas (Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Thrill Waterpark and Chill Island. Excursions include jet skiing and snorkeling. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures water slides and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell 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. CocoCay’s resort allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of thrilling activities and serene beaches, making CocoCay an engaging destination.

MARCH FORECAST
72°F avg · Avg
Progreso (Merida), Mexico — Day 5 of Radiance of the Seas March 2, 2024 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
WEDNESDAY·MAR 6

Progreso (Merida)

Mexico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:30 AM
5:00 PM

Progreso (Merida), Mexico, offers docking at Progreso Port with excursions to Merida. Travelers explore Chichen Itza and Merida’s Plaza Grande. Excursions include cenote swimming. Local markets sell cochinita pibil. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan pyramids and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes sopa de lima, a Yucatecan favorite. Souvenirs, like hammocks, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance cenote exploration. Progreso’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic coasts, making Progreso an engaging destination.

MARCH FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

6 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day (Tampa Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Radiance of the Seas·March 2, 2024
MAR FORECAST · TAMPA
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
65°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
91°
AVG LOW
38°
AVG RAINFALL
2.9"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT TAMPA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
65°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Radiance of the Seas March 2, 2024 Excursions

Radiance of the Seas·March 2, 2024

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Radiance of the Seas itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
See all Tampa excursions
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

6 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day (Tampa 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
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 74% of all cruises
7.4/10 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 BREAKDOWN03 PORTS
01

Tampa 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Tampa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant in higher crime areas and stick to well-trafficked locations.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Perfect Day At Coco Cay 🇧🇸

Bahamas · BahamasSAFE

The private island in the Bahamas offers a secure environment with strict access control and comprehensive security for cruise travelers.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Progreso (Merida) 🇲🇽

Mexico · MexicoCAUTION

Progreso is generally safe for travelers, but it's crucial to stay vigilant against pickpocketing and scams, especially in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Radiance of the Seas Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsROYAL CARIBBEAN
Radiance of the Seas
ROYAL CARIBBEAN · RADIANCE
CHRISTENED
2001
STATEROOMS
1,071
TONNAGE
90,900GT
44.2% BELOW AVG· vs avg 162,993 GT
YEAR BUILT
2001
9 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2010
LENGTH
962ft
11.3% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,085 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,139cruisers
48.9% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,184 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Radiance of the Seas has a construction date of 2001 and a total size of 90,900 gross tons. The ship measures 962 feet in length. Radiance of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean's Radiance class. At full capacity, the Radiance of the Seas holds 2,139 passengers. That includes 1,245 cruise vacationers and 894 staff members. The Radiance of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,071.

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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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// 09 · FAQ

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