Grandeur of the Seas
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Grandeur of the Seas

Passengers
2,446
Tonnage
73,817 GT
Built
1996
Length
279m
Decks
11
Crew
760

Where is Grandeur of the Seas today?

Thursday, November 12, 2026

At sea, heading to Colon

On day 6 of a 7-night Southern Caribbean cruise from Colon (Nov 7 to 14).

Between Curacao and Colon. Position estimated from scheduled times.

Next: Colon, Panama, Sat Nov 14 arriving 7:00 AM.

Scheduled position from Royal Caribbean International's published itinerary, not live tracking. Ports can change for weather. Updated daily.

Next departure, Sat Nov 14: 10 nights from $1,217

Upcoming Grandeur of the Seas cruises from $607 per person. See upcoming sailings ↓

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Current cruise, day by day

7-night Southern Caribbean cruise, Colon round trip

Nov 7 to 14, 2026 · Cartagena, Aruba and Curacao. The last 6 nights are also sold on their own as a 6-night cruise from Nov 8.

Date
Port
Sat Nov 7
Colon, Panama
Departs 4:00 PM
Sun Nov 8
Cartagena, Colombia
9:00 AM to 6:00 PM · 6-night guests board
Mon Nov 9
At sea
Tue Nov 10
Aruba
8:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Wed Nov 11
Curacao
8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thu Nov 12
At seaToday
Fri Nov 13
At sea
Sat Nov 14
Colon, Panama
Arrives 7:00 AM

Where Grandeur of the Seas sails, month by month

Grandeur of the Seas sails from San Juan from May to November 2027, Colon from December 2026 to April 2027 and Cartagena from December 2026 to April 2027 on 7-night cruises. From December 2026 to November 2027 its most frequent stops are St. Maarten (Philipsburg, 31 calls), St. Croix (30) and Aruba (18).

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 Grandeur of the Seas sailings with prices.

Grandeur of the Seas at a glance

Grandeur of the Seas is a Royal Caribbean International cruise ship in the Vision class. It entered service in 1996 (30 years ago) and was last refurbished in 2012. It carries 2,446 passengers and 760 crew, about 3.2 passengers per crew member. At 73,817 gross tons and 279 m (915 ft) long, it is a large ship with 11 decks and 997 cabins. It was built by Kværner Masa-Yards Hietalahti shipyard, Helsinki, Finland and sails under the flag of the Bahamas.

About this ship

Grandeur of the Seas is a Vision-class ship that entered service with Royal Caribbean International in 1996. Built at the Kværner Masa-Yards Hietalahti shipyard in Helsinki, Finland, this contemporary cruise ship carries 2,446 passengers and 760 crew members across 11 decks.

The vessel was refurbished in 2012, giving the ship updated accommodations and amenities while maintaining the classic design of Royal Caribbean's Vision-class fleet. With a moderate passenger capacity, Grandeur of the Seas provides a balance between onboard activity and accessibility to ports of call.

The ship is registered in Nassau, Bahamas, and continues to operate as a mainstream option for cruisers seeking a well-established vessel with a proven track record.

Grandeur of the Seas specs

Class
Vision
Built
1996
Refurbished
2012
Gross Tonnage
73,817 GT
Length
279 m
Passengers
2,446
Cabins
997
Crew
760
Decks
11
Builder
Kværner Masa-Yards Hietalahti shipyard, Helsinki, Finland
Flag
Bahamas
Quick facts
Age
30 years old
Size
Large
Space Ratio
30.2 GT/pax
Passenger-to-Crew
3.2:1
Sister Ships
3 others in class
Fleet Rank
31st largest of 31
Typical Cruise
7 nights
Primary Region
Caribbean (Southern)
Next Sailing
Nov 14, 2026
Family
Kids Club on board
Amenities

🍽️ Dining & Bars

BuffetSteakhouseSushi BarCoffee ShopIce Cream BarSpecialty Restaurant

🎭 Entertainment

TheaterPiano BarNight ClubCasinoOutdoor Cinema

🏊 Recreation

PoolHot TubRock Climbing WallMini GolfBasketball CourtJogging Track

👨‍👩‍👧 Family

Kids ClubTeen LoungeNurseryVideo ArcadeYouth Programs

🧖 Wellness & Relaxation

SpaFitness CenterSolarium

📚 Lifestyle

LibraryArt Gallery

Grandeur of the Seas FAQ

Where is Grandeur of the Seas right now?

According to Royal Caribbean International's published itinerary, Grandeur of the Seas is at sea today (Thursday, November 12, 2026), between Curacao and Colon, Panama, on day 6 of a 7-night Southern Caribbean cruise from Colon. It returns to Colon on November 14. This is the scheduled position, not live tracking.

Where does Grandeur of the Seas sail from?

Based on our listings as of November 12, 2026, Grandeur of the Seas sails from San Juan, Puerto Rico from May to November 2027, Colon, Panama from December 2026 to April 2027 and Cartagena, Colombia from December 2026 to April 2027 on 7-night cruises.

What ports does Grandeur of the Seas visit?

Based on our listings as of November 12, 2026, Grandeur of the Seas calls most often at St. Maarten (Philipsburg, 31 calls), St. Croix, US Virgin Islands (30), Aruba (18), St. Lucia (17) and St. Thomas (Charlotte Amalie), USVI (16), counting calls from December 2026 to November 2027. Its sailings in that period visit 15 ports in all.

How many passengers does Grandeur of the Seas carry?

Grandeur of the Seas carries 2,446 passengers in 997 cabins. It has 760 crew, about 3.2 passengers per crew member.

When was Grandeur of the Seas built and how old is it?

Grandeur of the Seas entered service in 1996, so it is 30 years old. It was last refurbished in 2012.

How big is Grandeur of the Seas?

Grandeur of the Seas is 73,817 gross tons and 279 m (915 ft) long, with 11 decks. That makes it a large ship.

How many crew work on Grandeur of the Seas?

Grandeur of the Seas has 760 crew.

What class of ship is Grandeur of the Seas?

Grandeur of the Seas belongs to the Vision class, which has 3 other ships we track.

Which cruise line operates Grandeur of the Seas?

Grandeur of the Seas is operated by Royal Caribbean International.

Where was Grandeur of the Seas built?

Grandeur of the Seas was built by Kværner Masa-Yards Hietalahti shipyard, Helsinki, Finland.

How much does a cruise on Grandeur of the Seas cost?

The cheapest upcoming Grandeur of the Seas cruise we track starts from $607. Fares change daily, so set a price alert on a sailing to be emailed when it drops.

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Grandeur of the Seas prices

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