15 Night Panama Canal - Westbound (Tampa To Los Angeles)
Radiance of the Seas
Radiance of the Seas
April 19, 2025
15 Night Panama Canal - Westbound

Radiance of the Seas - 4/19/2025

The April 19, 2025 cruise on the Radiance of the Seas departs from Tampa, Florida. On this 15 Night Panama Canal - Westbound (Tampa To Los Angeles) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Radiance of the Seas sets sail on Saturday, Apr 19th and returns on Sunday, May 4th.

Cruise Length
15
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Tampa
Florida
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
8

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Radiance of the Seas cruise ship departing April 19, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $911 ($61 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,631 ($109 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 44%.

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Inside Cabin
$911
44%
vs Avg $1,631

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Radiance of the Seas - April 19, 2025 - 15 Nights

DayDatePort
1Apr 19thTampa, Florida
2Apr 20thAt Sea
3Apr 21stGeorge Town, Grand Cayman
4Apr 22ndAt Sea
5Apr 23rdCartagena, Colombia
6Apr 24thColon, Panama
7Apr 25thPanama Canal Transit
8Apr 26thAt Sea
9Apr 27thAt Sea
10Apr 28thPuerto Quetzal, Guatemala
11Apr 29thAt Sea
12Apr 30thAt Sea
13May 1stPuerto Vallarta, Mexico
14May 2ndAt Sea
15May 3rdAt Sea
16May 4thSan Pedro (Los Angeles), California
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The Radiance of the Seas sails on April 19, 2025 for a 15 Night Panama Canal - Westbound (Tampa To Los Angeles). The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of San Pedro (Los Angeles), California on May 4th at 6:00 AM. During the 16-day journey, the Radiance of the Seas will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 8 days at sea.

Itinerary Safety Score

Based on my 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
65 / 100
safer than 65% of all cruises
65
7
/ 10
Tampa, Florida
Tampa
Tampa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant in higher crime areas and stick to well-trafficked locations.
9
/ 10
George Town, Grand Cayman
George Town
George Town, Grand Cayman, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a strong local law enforcement presence.
6
/ 10
Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena
Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.
5
/ 10
Colon, Panama
Colon
Travelers in Colon, Panama, should stay vigilant against crime, avoid less populated areas, and consider organized tours for safety.
8
/ 10
Panama Canal Transit
Panama Canal
Cruise travelers at the Panama Canal Transit should remain aware of their surroundings while enjoying a secure and managed experience.
5
/ 10
Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
Puerto Quetzal
Travelers should remain vigilant in Puerto Quetzal due to crime risks and are advised to join organized tours for safety.
7
/ 10
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Puerto Vallarta
Travelers should remain vigilant and exercise caution against petty crime, especially outside tourist zones, while visiting Puerto Vallarta.
6
/ 10
San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
San Pedro
San Pedro is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant and avoid certain neighborhoods after dark to minimize risks.

Cruise Ship

Radiance of the Seas Size Infographic

Radiance of the Seas

91 k
tonnage
962 ft
length
2001
year built
1,071
cabins
2,139
passengers
894
crew

RADIANCE OF THE SEAS SIZE

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 (293 meters) in length. Radiance of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Radiance Class. At full capacity, the Radiance of the Seas holds 3,033 passengers. That includes 2,139 cruise vacationers and 894 staff members. The Radiance of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,071.

Radiance of the Seas Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:90,900 GT
  • Length:962 ft (293 m)
  • Beam:106 ft (32 m)
  • Draft:29 ft (9 m)
  • Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
  • Year Built:2001
  • Years Served:2001 - Present
  • Capacity:2,139
  • Crew Members:894
  • Total on Board:3,033
  • Total Staterooms:1,071
  • Flagged Country:Bahamas
  • Ship Cost:350 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Radiance 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 Radiance of the Seas Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
APR 192025
United States
D:4:00 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. (126 words)

Day2
APR 202025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day3
APR 212025
A:8:00 AMD:5:00 PM

George Town, Grand Cayman, offers docking at George Town Port. Travelers explore Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City. Excursions include snorkeling at Coral Gardens. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes conch chowder, a Caymanian favorite. Souvenirs, like turtle 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. George Town’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Cayman stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine adventures, making George Town an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day4
APR 222025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day5
APR 232025
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day6
APR 242025
A:9:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Colón, Panama, offers docking at Colón Port. Travelers explore Gatun Locks and Fort San Lorenzo. Excursions include Emberá village tours. Local markets sell sancocho. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canal locks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance jungle walks. Colón’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Panamanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of canal engineering and indigenous heritage, making Colón an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day7
APR 252025
A:6:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Panama Canal Transit, Panama, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Gatun Locks and Centennial Bridge from the ship. Excursions include canal history tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering marvels and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while binoculars enhance lock viewing. Panama Canal’s industrial allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering feats and scenic waterways, making the Panama Canal an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day8
APR 262025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day9
APR 272025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day10
APR 282025
A:8:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala, offers docking at Puerto Quetzal Port. Travelers explore Antigua’s colonial streets and Pacaya Volcano. Excursions include coffee plantation tours. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cobblestone plazas and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes pepián, a Guatemalan favorite. Souvenirs, like textile crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Puerto Quetzal’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Guatemalan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and scenic volcanoes, making Puerto Quetzal an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day11
APR 292025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day12
APR 302025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day13
MAY 12025
A:8:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, offers docking at Puerto Vallarta Port. Travelers explore Malecón and Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. Excursions include snorkeling at Los Arcos. Local markets sell pozole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful boardwalks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes birria, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like huichol crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Jalisco history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Puerto Vallarta’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and marine adventures, making Puerto Vallarta an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day14
MAY 22025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day15
MAY 32025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day16
MAY 42025
United States
A:6:00 AM

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California, offers docking at San Pedro Port. Travelers explore USS Iowa and Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Excursions visit Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic ships and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes avocado toast, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chumash history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. San Pedro’s maritime charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of naval history and scenic coasts, making San Pedro an engaging destination. (126 words)