Serenade of the Seas itinerary map for December 6, 2024 (9 nights)
Serenade of the Seas cruise ship

Serenade of the Seas — December 6, 20249-Night Western Caribbean on Royal Caribbean

This 9-night cruise aboard the Serenade of the Seas departs from Tampa, Florida on Friday, December 6, 2024 and returns on Sunday, Dec 15th. December weather across this route averages 84°/58°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.7 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports. Inside cabins dropped $1,533 on Dec 4.

Cruise Length
9
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Tampa
Florida
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
4

Cruise Price - Serenade of the Seas December 6, 2024

Serenade of the Seas · December 6, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the Serenade of the Seas cruise ship departing December 6, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $513 ($57 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $824 ($92 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 38%.

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Inside
$513
🌊
Oceanview
$1,110
🌅
Balcony
$2,379
👑
Suite
$3,444

Price History – Serenade of the Seas December 6, 2024

inside cabin
Serenade of the Seas
December 6, 2024
$513
38% vs avg: $824

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 9 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip)

Serenade of the Seas · December 6, 2024

The Serenade of the Seas sails on December 6, 2024 for a 9 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Tampa, Florida on Dec 15th at 6:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the Serenade of the Seas will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

9 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip)

  • DEC06
    Tampa, Florida
    Tampa, Florida
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC07
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC08
    George Town, Grand Cayman
    George Town, Grand Cayman
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC09
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC10
    Colon, Panama
    Colon, Panama
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:30 PM
  • DEC11
    Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
    Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC12
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC13
    Cozumel, Mexico
    Cozumel, Mexico
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • DEC14
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC15
    Tampa, Florida
    Tampa, Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 6, 2024 · 9 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip)

Tampa, Florida — Day 1 of Serenade of the Seas December 6, 2024 cruise
Day 1•Friday, Dec 6

Tampa, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 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.

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Day 2 at sea — Serenade of the Seas December 6, 2024 itinerary
Day 2•Saturday, Dec 7

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Serenade of the Seas — featuring Concierge Club, Card Room, Pool Bar & Photo Gallery.

George Town, Grand Cayman — Day 3 of Serenade of the Seas December 6, 2024 cruise
Day 3•Sunday, Dec 8

George Town, Grand Cayman

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 4 at sea — Serenade of the Seas December 6, 2024 itinerary
Day 4•Monday, Dec 9

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Serenade of the Seas — featuring Concierge Club, Card Room, Pool Bar & Photo Gallery.

Colon, Panama — Day 5 of Serenade of the Seas December 6, 2024 cruise
Day 5•Tuesday, Dec 10

Colon, Panama

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:30 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.

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Puerto Limon, Costa Rica — Day 6 of Serenade of the Seas December 6, 2024 cruise
Day 6•Wednesday, Dec 11

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puerto Limon Port. Travelers explore Tortuguero Canals and Veragua Rainforest. Excursions include sloth sanctuary tours. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures jungle canals and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bribri history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest walks. Puerto Limon’s natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic canals, making Puerto Limon an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 7 at sea — Serenade of the Seas December 6, 2024 itinerary
Day 7•Thursday, Dec 12

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Serenade of the Seas — featuring Concierge Club, Card Room, Pool Bar & Photo Gallery.

Cozumel, Mexico — Day 8 of Serenade of the Seas December 6, 2024 cruise
Day 8•Friday, Dec 13

Cozumel, Mexico

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 9 at sea — Serenade of the Seas December 6, 2024 itinerary
Day 9•Saturday, Dec 14

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Serenade of the Seas — featuring Concierge Club, Card Room, Pool Bar & Photo Gallery.

Weather Forecast

Serenade of the Seas - December 6, 2024 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Tampa, Florida

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December

Typical Weather

83°F

Average High

33°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.08in

Daily average

2.6 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank
67 / 100
safer than 67% of all cruises
67
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.
5
/ 10
Colon, Panama
Colon
Travelers in Colon, Panama, should stay vigilant against crime, avoid less populated areas, and consider organized tours for safety.
6
/ 10
Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
Puerto Limon
Travelers to Puerto Limon should stay vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours for a safer experience.
7
/ 10
Cozumel, Mexico
Cozumel
Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.

Cruise Ship

Serenade of the Seas

⚓ Tonnage

90,090

vs avg 162,993

🛠️ Year Built

2,003

vs avg 2,010

📏 Length (ft)

962

vs avg 1,085

👥 Passenger Count

2,143

vs avg 4,184

The Serenade of the Seas has a construction date of 2003 and a total size of 90,090 gross tons. The ship measures 962 feet in length. Serenade of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Radiance class. At full capacity, the Serenade of the Seas holds 2,143 passengers. That includes 1,316 cruise vacationers and 827 staff members. The Serenade of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,073.

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Serenade of the Seas December 6, 2024 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the Serenade of the Seas December 6, 2024 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 9-night route, December averages 84°F highs and 58°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the December 6, 2024 Serenade of the Seas itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.7 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 5 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Serenade of the Seas sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Serenade of the Seas departs Tampa, Florida on Friday, December 6, 2024 at 3:00 PM and returns on Sunday, Dec 15th, 2024 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 9 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Serenade of the Seas sailing on December 6, 2024?▾

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Last Updated: May 20, 2026