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Rhapsody of the Seas itinerary map for May 16, 2025 (8 nights)
8 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · San Juan, Puerto Rico
Royal CaribbeanRhapsody of the Seas

Rhapsody of the Seas
May 16, 2025

8-Night Southern Caribbean aboard Rhapsody of the Seas · Departing May 16, 2025 from the Port of San Juan, Puerto Rico.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 8-night cruise aboard the Rhapsody of the Seas departs from San Juan, Puerto Rico on Friday, May 16, 2025 and returns on Saturday, May 24th. May weather across this route averages 87°/76°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.4 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports. Inside cabins rose $1 on May 16.

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
8
night cruise
Fri → Sat
02
San Juan
departure port
Puerto Rico
03
6
port stops
Caribbean
04
2
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS
01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

The Rhapsody of the Seas, operated by Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, sets sail on Friday, May 16, 2025 from San Juan, Puerto Rico for a 8-night Southern Caribbean cruise. This itinerary includes 6 unique port stops and 2 days at sea. May weather across the route averages 87°F highs and 76°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.4 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Rhapsody of the Seas sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Rhapsody of the Seas May 16, 2025 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Rhapsody of the Seas May 16, 2025 Price & Tracking

RHAPSODY OF THE SEAS·MAY 16, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Rhapsody of the Seas cruise ship departing May 16, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $682 ($86 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,033 ($130 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 34%.

Rhapsody of the Seas cruise departing May 16, 2025 — 8-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $682 ($86 per night). Average price: $1,033.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,032
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Rhapsody of the Seas · May 16, 2025
$682
$86 per night · 8 nights
↓
34% below average
Avg $1,032 · You save $350

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// 03 · ITINERARY

8 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMAY 16, 2025
The Rhapsody of the Seas sails on May 16, 2025 for a 8 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan Roundtrip) (San Juan Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of San Juan, Puerto Rico at 8:00 PM and will return to the port of San Juan, Puerto Rico on May 24th at 7:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Rhapsody of the Seas will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Rhapsody of the Seas
MAY 16, 2025
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8 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · SAN JUAN
// 04 · PORTS

8 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan Roundtrip) Port List

Rhapsody of the Seas·May 16, 2025
San Juan, Puerto Rico — Day 1 of Rhapsody of the Seas May 16, 2025 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
FRIDAY·MAY 16

San Juan

Puerto Rico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
8:00 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.

MAY FORECAST
82°F avg · Avg
Oranjestad, Aruba — Day 3 of Rhapsody of the Seas May 16, 2025 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
SUNDAY·MAY 18

Oranjestad

Aruba
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
11:00 PM

Oranjestad, Aruba, offers docking at Oranjestad Port. Travelers explore Arikok National Park and California Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Baby Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cacti landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes funchi, an Aruban favorite. Souvenirs, like aloe crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Oranjestad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Aruban stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural parks and scenic beaches, making Oranjestad an engaging destination for exploration.

MAY FORECAST
82°F avg · Avg
Kralendijk, Bonaire — Day 4 of Rhapsody of the Seas May 16, 2025 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
MONDAY·MAY 19

Kralendijk

Bonaire
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Kralendijk, Bonaire, offers docking at Kralendijk Port. Travelers explore Washington Slagbaai Park and Klein Bonaire. Excursions include snorkeling at Bari Reef. Local markets sell kadushi soup. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures flamingos and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes keshi yena, a Bonairean favorite. Souvenirs, like salt crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Kralendijk’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Bonairean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine biodiversity and scenic islands, making Kralendijk an engaging destination for exploration.

MAY FORECAST
82°F avg · Avg
Willemstad, Curacao — Day 5 of Rhapsody of the Seas May 16, 2025 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
TUESDAY·MAY 20

Willemstad

Curacao
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
6:00 PM

Willemstad, Curaçao, offers docking at Willemstad Port. Travelers explore Queen Emma Bridge and Punda’s colorful buildings. Excursions include snorkeling at Tugboat Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Dutch architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes stobá, a Curaçaoan favorite. Souvenirs, like blue curaçao crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Antillean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Willemstad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Curaçaoan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and marine adventures, making Willemstad an engaging destination for exploration.

MAY FORECAST
82°F avg · Avg
Roseau, Dominica — Day 7 of Rhapsody of the Seas May 16, 2025 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
THURSDAY·MAY 22

Roseau

Dominica
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Roseau, Dominica, offers docking at Roseau Port. Travelers explore Trafalgar Falls and Morne Trois Pitons. Excursions include snorkeling at Champagne Reef. Local markets sell callaloo soup. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rainforests and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes mountain chicken, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like basket crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance waterfall hikes. Roseau’s natural charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of lush rainforests and marine adventures, making Roseau an engaging destination for exploration.

MAY FORECAST
81°F avg · Avg
Basseterre, St. Kitts — Day 8 of Rhapsody of the Seas May 16, 2025 cruise
DAY
8
PORT 7
FRIDAY·MAY 23

Basseterre

St. Kitts
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Basseterre, St. Kitts, offers docking at Port Zante. Travelers explore Brimstone Hill Fortress and Romney Manor. Excursions include snorkeling at Shitten Bay. Local markets sell johnnycakes. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes goat water, a St. Kitts favorite. Souvenirs, like batik crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Basseterre’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO fortresses and scenic beaches, making Basseterre an engaging destination for exploration.

MAY FORECAST
81°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

8 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Rhapsody of the Seas·May 16, 2025
MAY FORECAST · SAN JUAN
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
82°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
91°
AVG LOW
73°
AVG RAINFALL
5.1"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT SAN JUAN
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
82°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Rhapsody of the Seas May 16, 2025 Excursions

Rhapsody of the Seas·May 16, 2025

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 Rhapsody of the Seas itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

8 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan 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 BREAKDOWN06 PORTS
01

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
02

Oranjestad 🌍

Aruba · Netherlands AntillesSAFE

Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Kralendijk 🌍

Bonaire · Netherlands AntillesMODERATE

Kralendijk is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and secure belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Willemstad 🌍

Curacao · Netherlands AntillesSAFE

Willemstad is generally safe for tourists, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and opportunistic crime.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Roseau 🌍

Dominica · DominicaMODERATE

Roseau is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's important to stay vigilant in crowded areas and secure your valuables.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Basseterre 🌍

St. Kitts · St Kitts And NevisMODERATE

Basseterre is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's wise to stay vigilant against petty theft and avoid poorly lit areas at night.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Rhapsody of the Seas Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsROYAL CARIBBEAN
Rhapsody of the Seas
ROYAL CARIBBEAN · VISION
CHRISTENED
1997
STATEROOMS
1,020
TONNAGE
78,491GT
51.8% BELOW AVG· vs avg 162,993 GT
YEAR BUILT
1997
13 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2010
LENGTH
915ft
15.7% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,085 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,040cruisers
51.2% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,184 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Rhapsody of the Seas has a construction date of 1997 and a total size of 78,491 gross tons. The ship measures 915 feet in length. Rhapsody of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean's Vision class. At full capacity, the Rhapsody of the Seas holds 2,040 passengers. That includes 1,268 cruise vacationers and 772 staff members. The Rhapsody of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,020.

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