Brilliance of the Seas
Where is Brilliance of the Seas today?
At sea, heading to Kings Wharf
On day 11 of a 14-night cruise from Barcelona to Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) (Nov 2 to 16).
Between Ponta Delgada and Kings Wharf. Position estimated from scheduled times.
Next: Kings Wharf, Bermuda, tomorrow 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM · then Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Mon Nov 16, arriving 5:00 AM.
Scheduled position from Royal Caribbean International's published itinerary, not live tracking. Ports can change for weather. Updated daily.
Next departure, Mon Nov 16: 4 nights from $200
Upcoming Brilliance of the Seas cruises from $180 per person. See upcoming sailings ↓
Current cruise, day by day
14-night cruise, Barcelona to Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades)
Nov 2 to 16, 2026 · 5 ports of call.
Where Brilliance of the Seas sails, month by month
Brilliance of the Seas sails from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) from December 2026 to April 2027, Ravenna from May to October 2027 and Tampa in November 2027 on 3-, 4- and 7-night cruises. From December 2026 to November 2027 its most frequent stops are Nassau (32 calls), Athens (Piraeus, 24) and Santorini (Thira, 24). It also has longer sailings of 8 and 15 nights in April 2027 and November 2027.
- Dec 2026Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) · 7 sailings3, 4, 7 nightsSee sailings →
- Jan 2027Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) · 8 sailings3, 4 nightsSee sailings →
- Feb 2027Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) · 8 sailings3, 4 nightsSee sailings →
- Mar 2027Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) · 9 sailings3, 4 nightsSee sailings →
- Apr 2027Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) · 7 sailings3, 4, 15 nightsSee sailings →
- May 2027Ravenna · 4 sailings7 nightsSee sailings →
- Jun 2027Ravenna · 4 sailings7 nightsSee sailings →
- Jul 2027Ravenna · 5 sailings7 nightsSee sailings →
- Aug 2027Ravenna · 4 sailings7 nightsSee sailings →
- Sep 2027Ravenna · 4 sailings7 nightsSee sailings →
- Oct 2027Ravenna · 5 sailings7 nightsSee sailings →
- Nov 2027Tampa · 3 sailings7, 8, 15 nightsSee sailings →
Counts cover December 2026 to November 2027 from our listings (a port call is one port on one day). Royal Caribbean International may add sailings later. Each month opens that month's Brilliance of the Seas sailings with prices.
Brilliance of the Seas at a glance
Brilliance of the Seas is a Royal Caribbean International cruise ship in the Radiance class. It entered service in 2002 (24 years ago) and was last refurbished in 2025. It carries 2,140 passengers and 848 crew, about 2.5 passengers per crew member. At 90,090 gross tons and 292 m (958 ft) long, it is a large ship with 12 decks and 1,075 cabins. It was built by Meyer Werft, (Papenburg, Germany) and sails under the flag of the Bahamas.
Brilliance of the Seas is a contemporary cruise ship that entered service in 2002 as part of Royal Caribbean International's Vision-class fleet. Built by Meyer Werft in Papenburg, Germany, the ship carries 2,140 passengers and a crew of 848 across 12 decks.
Registered in Nassau, Bahamas, Brilliance of the Seas represents the mainstream cruising segment and offers a mid-size vessel option for travelers seeking a balance between onboard amenities and a more manageable ship environment.
The ship's design accommodates a comfortable passenger-to-crew ratio typical of its class, allowing for both social spaces and quieter areas throughout the vessel.
Brilliance of the Seas specs
- Class
- Radiance
- Built
- 2002
- Refurbished
- 2025
- Gross Tonnage
- 90,090 GT
- Length
- 292 m
- Passengers
- 2,140
- Cabins
- 1,075
- Crew
- 848
- Decks
- 12
- Builder
- Meyer Werft, (Papenburg, Germany)
- Flag
- Bahamas
- Age
- 24 years old
- Size
- Large
- Space Ratio
- 42.1 GT/pax
- Passenger-to-Crew
- 2.5:1
- Sister Ships
- 3 others in class
- Fleet Rank
- 24th largest of 31
- Typical Cruise
- 7 nights
- Primary Region
- Bahamas
- Next Sailing
- Nov 16, 2026
- Family
- Kids Club on board
🍽️ Dining & Bars
🎭 Entertainment
🏊 Recreation
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🧖 Wellness & Relaxation
📚 Lifestyle
Brilliance of the Seas FAQ
Where is Brilliance of the Seas right now?
According to Royal Caribbean International's published itinerary, Brilliance of the Seas is at sea today (Thursday, November 12, 2026), between Ponta Delgada, Azores, Portugal and Kings Wharf, Bermuda, on day 11 of a 14-night cruise from Barcelona to Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades). Tomorrow it calls at Kings Wharf, Bermuda, and it ends in Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) on November 16. This is the scheduled position, not live tracking.
Where does Brilliance of the Seas sail from?
Based on our listings as of November 12, 2026, Brilliance of the Seas sails from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida from December 2026 to April 2027, Ravenna, Italy from May to October 2027 and Tampa, Florida in November 2027 on 3-, 4- and 7-night cruises.
What ports does Brilliance of the Seas visit?
Based on our listings as of November 12, 2026, Brilliance of the Seas calls most often at Nassau, Bahamas (32 calls), Athens (Piraeus), Greece (24), Santorini (Thira), Greece (24), Split, Croatia (24) and Freeport, Bahamas (24), counting calls from December 2026 to November 2027. Its sailings in that period visit 37 ports in all.
How many passengers does Brilliance of the Seas carry?
Brilliance of the Seas carries 2,140 passengers in 1,075 cabins. It has 848 crew, about 2.5 passengers per crew member.
When was Brilliance of the Seas built and how old is it?
Brilliance of the Seas entered service in 2002, so it is 24 years old. It was last refurbished in 2025.
How big is Brilliance of the Seas?
Brilliance of the Seas is 90,090 gross tons and 292 m (958 ft) long, with 12 decks. That makes it a large ship.
How many crew work on Brilliance of the Seas?
Brilliance of the Seas has 848 crew.
What class of ship is Brilliance of the Seas?
Brilliance of the Seas belongs to the Radiance class, which has 3 other ships we track.
Which cruise line operates Brilliance of the Seas?
Brilliance of the Seas is operated by Royal Caribbean International.
Where was Brilliance of the Seas built?
Brilliance of the Seas was built by Meyer Werft, (Papenburg, Germany).
How much does a cruise on Brilliance of the Seas cost?
The cheapest upcoming Brilliance of the Seas cruise we track starts from $180. Fares change daily, so set a price alert on a sailing to be emailed when it drops.
Brilliance of the Seas prices
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