Symphony of the Seas - 12/30/2023
The December 30, 2023 cruise on the Symphony of the Seas departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 8 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Symphony of the Seas sets sail on Saturday, Dec 30th and returns on Sunday, Jan 7th.
Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Symphony of the Seas - December 30, 2023 - 8 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 29th | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida |
| 2 | Dec 30th | At Sea |
| 3 | Dec 31st | At Sea |
| 4 | Jan 2nd | Basseterre, St. Kitts |
| 5 | Jan 3rd | Philipsburg, St. Maarten |
| 6 | Jan 4th | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
| 7 | Jan 5th | Labadee (Cruise Line Private Island) |
| 8 | Jan 5th | At Sea |
| 9 | Jan 7th | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida |
The Symphony of the Seas sails on December 30, 2023 for a 8 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 3:30 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Jan 7th at 6:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Symphony of the Seas will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
Cruise Ship
Symphony of the Seas
SYMPHONY OF THE SEAS SIZE
The Symphony of the Seas has a construction date of 2018 and a total size of 228,081 gross tons. The ship measures 1,188 feet (362 meters) in length. Symphony of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Oasis Class. At full capacity, the Symphony of the Seas holds 7,718 passengers. That includes 5,518 cruise vacationers and 2,200 staff members. The Symphony of the Seas total number of staterooms is 2,790.
Symphony of the Seas Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:228,081 GT
- Length:1,188 ft (362 m)
- Beam:137 ft (42 m)
- Draft:31 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2018
- Years Served:2018 - Present
- Capacity:5,518
- Crew Members:2,200
- Total on Board:7,718
- Total Staterooms:2,790
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:1,350 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Symphony 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 Symphony of the Seas Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, offers docking at Port Everglades. Travelers explore Las Olas Boulevard and Everglades tours. Excursions include airboat rides. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canals and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, 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. Fort Lauderdale’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and natural adventures, making Fort Lauderdale 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!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
Labadee, Haiti (Cruise Line Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Dragon’s Breath Zipline and Amiga Island. Excursions include snorkeling at Nellie’s Beach. Local markets sell djon djon. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures lush hills and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes griot, a Haitian favorite. Souvenirs, like wooden crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Labadee’s resort allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of adventure activities and scenic beaches, making Labadee an engaging destination for relaxation. (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!
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, offers docking at Port Everglades. Travelers explore Las Olas Boulevard and Everglades tours. Excursions include airboat rides. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canals and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, 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. Fort Lauderdale’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and natural adventures, making Fort Lauderdale an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)