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Rhapsody of the Seas itinerary map for May 2, 2026 (7 nights)
7 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · San Juan, Puerto Rico
Royal CaribbeanRhapsody of the Seas

Rhapsody of the Seas
May 2, 2026

7-Night Southern Caribbean aboard Rhapsody of the Seas · Departing May 2, 2026 from the Port of San Juan, Puerto Rico.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Rhapsody of the Seas departs from San Juan, Puerto Rico on Saturday, May 2, 2026 and returns on Saturday, May 9th. May weather across this route averages 87°/75°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.8 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
6.8OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 68% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
7
night cruise
Sat → Sat
02
San Juan
departure port
Puerto Rico
03
6
port stops
Caribbean
04
1
sea day
Day 7
// 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 Saturday, May 2, 2026 from San Juan, Puerto Rico for a 7-night Southern Caribbean cruise. This itinerary includes 6 unique port stops and 1 day at sea. May weather across the route averages 87°F highs and 75°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 6.8 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 2, 2026 Roll Call

7 SAVED THIS SAILING
daveatsea
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jt2026
@jt2026
rick47
@rick47
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@mike_t
MeganV
@MeganV
wave_jamie
@wave_jamie
greg.harrison
@greg.harrison
// 7 CRUISERS · LOCKED

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Rhapsody of the Seas May 2, 2026 Price & Tracking

RHAPSODY OF THE SEAS·MAY 2, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Rhapsody of the Seas cruise ship departing May 2, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,207 ($173 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $756 ($108 per night), this represents a recent increase of 60%.

Rhapsody of the Seas cruise departing May 2, 2026 — 7-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,207 ($173 per night). Average price: $756.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $755
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Rhapsody of the Seas · May 2, 2026
$1,207
$173 per night · 7 nights
↑
60% above average
Avg $755

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMAY 2, 2026
The Rhapsody of the Seas sails on May 2, 2026 for a 7 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan Roundtrip) (San Juan Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of San Juan, Puerto Rico at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of San Juan, Puerto Rico on May 9th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Rhapsody of the Seas will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 day at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Rhapsody of the Seas
MAY 2, 2026
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7 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · SAN JUAN
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan Roundtrip) Port List

Rhapsody of the Seas·May 2, 2026
San Juan, Puerto Rico — Day 1 of Rhapsody of the Seas May 2, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·MAY 2

San Juan

Puerto Rico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
6:00 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
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas — Day 2 of Rhapsody of the Seas May 2, 2026 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
SUNDAY·MAY 3

Charlotte Amalie

St. Thomas
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, offers docking at Havensight Port. Travelers explore Blackbeard’s Castle and Magens Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at Coki Beach. Local markets sell callaloo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pirate history and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes fungi, a Virgin Islands favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Charlotte Amalie’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and cultural landmarks, making St. Thomas an engaging destination.

MAY FORECAST
81°F avg · Avg
Tortola, British Virgin Islands — Day 3 of Rhapsody of the Seas May 2, 2026 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
MONDAY·MAY 4

Tortola

British Virgin Islands
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

Tortola, British Virgin Islands, offers docking at Road Town Port. Travelers explore Sage Mountain and Cane Garden Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at The Baths. Local markets sell painkillers. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic hills and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes roti, a BVI favorite. Souvenirs, like shell 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. Tortola’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and marine adventures, making Tortola an engaging destination for exploration.

MAY FORECAST
81°F avg · Avg
St. John's, Antigua — Day 4 of Rhapsody of the Seas May 2, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·MAY 5

St. John's

Antigua
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

St. John’s, Antigua, offers docking at St. John’s Port. Travelers explore Nelson’s Dockyard and Shirley Heights. Excursions include snorkeling at Cades Reef. Local markets sell fungi. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial docks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes pepperpot, an Antiguan 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. St. John’s vibrant charm offers a lively Antiguan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic dockyards and scenic beaches, making St. John’s an engaging destination for exploration.

MAY FORECAST
81°F avg · Avg
Philipsburg, St. Maarten — Day 5 of Rhapsody of the Seas May 2, 2026 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
WEDNESDAY·MAY 6

Philipsburg

St. Maarten
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

Philipsburg, St. Maarten, offers docking at Philipsburg Port. Travelers explore Front Street and Maho Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Cupecoy Bay. Local markets sell guavaberry liqueur. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures plane landings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Maarten favorite. Souvenirs, like Dutch 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. Philipsburg’s vibrant charm offers a lively stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of bustling markets and scenic beaches, making Philipsburg an engaging destination for exploration.

MAY FORECAST
81°F avg · Avg
Roseau, Dominica — Day 6 of Rhapsody of the Seas May 2, 2026 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·MAY 7

Roseau

Dominica
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 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
// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Rhapsody of the Seas·May 2, 2026
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 2, 2026 Excursions

Rhapsody of the Seas·May 2, 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

7 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 68% of all cruises
6.8/10 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

Charlotte Amalie 🌍

St. Thomas · U. S. Virgin IslandsCAUTION

Travelers should stay vigilant in Charlotte Amalie, avoiding isolated areas and being cautious in crowded spots to minimize crime risks.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Tortola 🇻🇬

British Virgin Islands · British Virgin IslandsMODERATE

Tortola is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant and exercise caution, especially after dark.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

St. John's 🌍

Antigua · AntiguaMODERATE

St. John's is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance is advised due to potential petty theft and risks in certain neighborhoods after dark.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Philipsburg 🌍

St. Maarten · Netherlands AntillesMODERATE

Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

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
// 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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