Radiance of the Seas - 9/21/2026
The September 21, 2026 cruise on the Radiance of the Seas departs from Tampa, Florida. On this 5 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Radiance of the Seas sets sail on Monday, Sep 21st and returns on Saturday, Sep 26th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Radiance of the Seas cruise ship departing September 21, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $478 ($96 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $488 ($98 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 2%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Radiance of the Seas - September 21, 2026 - 5 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sep 21st | Tampa, Florida |
| 2 | Sep 22nd | At Sea |
| 3 | Sep 23rd | Costa Maya, Mexico |
| 4 | Sep 24th | Cozumel, Mexico |
| 5 | Sep 25th | At Sea |
| 6 | Sep 26th | Tampa, Florida |
The Radiance of the Seas sails on September 21, 2026 for a 5 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Tampa, Florida on Sep 26th at 7:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Radiance of the Seas will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
Cruise Ship
Radiance of the Seas
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
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)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Costa Maya, Mexico, offers docking at Costa Maya Port. Travelers explore Chacchoben ruins and Bacalar Lagoon. Excursions include snorkeling at Mahahual Reef. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan temples and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cochinita pibil, a Yucatecan favorite. Souvenirs, like woven crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Costa Maya’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic lagoons, making Costa Maya an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Cozumel, Mexico, offers docking at Cozumel Port. Travelers explore Chankanaab Park and San Gervasio ruins. Excursions include snorkeling at Palancar Reef. Local markets sell tacos. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like Mayan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cozumel’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Cozumel an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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)