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Rhapsody of the Seas itinerary map for April 12, 2026 (6 nights)
Rhapsody of the Seas itinerary map for April 12, 2026 (6 nights)
6 nights · 4 ports
Round-trip · Tampa, Florida
Royal CaribbeanRhapsody of the Seas

Rhapsody of the Seas
April 12, 2026

6-Night Western Caribbean aboard Rhapsody of the Seas · Departing April 12, 2026 from the Port of Tampa, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 6-night cruise aboard the Rhapsody of the Seas departs from Tampa, Florida on Sunday, April 12, 2026 and returns on Saturday, Apr 18th. April weather across this route averages 92°/60°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.3 out of 10 — Tampa (6.9), Cozumel (7.0), Belize City (4.5), Costa Maya (7.0).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
6.3OUT OF 10
CAUTION TIER
Safer than 63% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
6
night cruise
Sun → Sat
02
Tampa
departure port
Florida
03
4
port stops
Caribbean
04
2
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↓

The Rhapsody of the Seas, operated by Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, sets sail on Sunday, April 12, 2026 from Tampa, Florida for a 6-night Western Caribbean cruise. This itinerary includes 4 unique port stops and 2 days at sea. April weather across the route averages 92°F highs and 60°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 6.3 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 April 12, 2026 Roll Call

7 SAVED THIS SAILING
amelia.travels
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@portside_paul
CaptainMom
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rachel_w
@rachel_w
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// 7 CRUISERS · LOCKED

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Rhapsody of the Seas April 12, 2026 Price & Tracking

RHAPSODY OF THE SEAS·APRIL 12, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Rhapsody of the Seas cruise ship departing April 12, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $600 ($100 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $531 ($89 per night), this represents a recent increase of 13%.

Rhapsody of the Seas cruise departing April 12, 2026 — 6-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $600 ($100 per night). Average price: $531.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $512
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Rhapsody of the Seas · April 12, 2026
$600
$100 per night · 6 nights
↑
17% above average
Avg $512

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// 03 · ITINERARY

6 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapAPRIL 12, 2026
The Rhapsody of the Seas sails on April 12, 2026 for a 6 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip) (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 Apr 18th at 7:00 AM. During the 7-day journey, the Rhapsody of the Seas will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Rhapsody of the Seas
APRIL 12, 2026
7 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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6 NIGHTS · 3 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · TAMPA
// 04 · PORTS

6 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip) Port List

Rhapsody of the Seas·April 12, 2026
Tampa, Florida — Day 1 of Rhapsody of the Seas April 12, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SUNDAY·APR 12

Tampa

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
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.

APRIL FORECAST
69°F avg · Avg
Cozumel, Mexico — Day 3 of Rhapsody of the Seas April 12, 2026 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
TUESDAY·APR 14

Cozumel

Mexico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
6:00 PM

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.

APRIL FORECAST
77°F avg · Avg
Belize City, Belize — Day 4 of Rhapsody of the Seas April 12, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
WEDNESDAY·APR 15

Belize City

Belize
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

Belize City, Belize, offers docking at Belize City Port. Travelers explore Altun Ha ruins and Belize Zoo. Excursions include snorkeling at Hol Chan Marine Reserve. Local markets sell fry jacks. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan pyramids and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes rice and beans, a Belizean favorite. Souvenirs, like mahogany 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. Belize City’s cultural allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Belize City an engaging destination.

APRIL FORECAST
83°F avg · Avg
Costa Maya, Mexico — Day 5 of Rhapsody of the Seas April 12, 2026 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
THURSDAY·APR 16

Costa Maya

Mexico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
4:00 PM

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.

APRIL FORECAST
79°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

6 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Rhapsody of the Seas·April 12, 2026
APR FORECAST · TAMPA
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
69°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
94°
AVG LOW
44°
AVG RAINFALL
2.5"
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
69°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Rhapsody of the Seas April 12, 2026 Excursions

Rhapsody of the Seas·April 12, 2026

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.

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

Itinerary Safety Score

6 Night Western Caribbean (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
CAUTION TIER
0OUT OF 100
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

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

Cozumel 🇲🇽

Mexico · MexicoMODERATE

Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Belize City 🇧🇿

Belize · BelizeHIGH CAUTION

Travelers in Belize City should remain vigilant, avoid certain neighborhoods, and use organized excursions for safety.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Costa Maya 🇲🇽

Mexico · MexicoMODERATE

Costa Maya offers a secure cruise port environment, but travelers should remain cautious of petty theft in less populated areas outside.

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.

// INSIDE THE FULL SHIP PAGE
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// 09 · CRUISE DIRECTOR

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On duty at sail date·April 12, 2026
// 10 · FAQ

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