Radiance of the Seas
Radiance of the Seas is a contemporary cruise ship operated by Royal Caribbean International that entered service in 2001. Built by Meyer Werft in Papenburg, Germany, this 13-deck vessel carries 2,501 passengers and a crew of 859.
As part of Royal Caribbean's Radiance class, the ship represents the mainstream cruise line's approach to mid-sized ocean cruising. With nearly 2,500 guests aboard, Radiance of the Seas balances the energy of larger ships with accessible pricing typical of contemporary cruise lines.
The ship remains a fixture in Royal Caribbean's fleet, offering itineraries that appeal to a broad range of cruisers seeking quality accommodations and onboard activities at a moderate price point.
- Class
- Radiance
- Built
- 2001
- Refurbished
- 2026
- Gross Tonnage
- 90,090 GT
- Length
- 293 m
- Beam
- 39 m
- Passengers
- 2,501
- Cabins
- 1,061
- Crew
- 859
- Decks
- 13
- Max Speed
- 25 knots
- Builder
- Meyer Werft, Papenburg, Germany
- Registry
- Bahamas
- Age
- 25 years old
- Size
- Large
- Space Ratio
- 36.0 GT/pax
- Passenger-to-Crew
- 2.9:1
- Sister Ships
- 3 others in class
- Fleet Rank
- 24th largest of 31
- Typical Cruise
- 5 nights
- Primary Region
- Mexico & Central America
- Next Sailing
- Oct 1, 2026
- Family
- Kids Club on board
🍽️ Dining & Bars
🎭 Entertainment
🏊 Recreation
👨👩👧 Family
🧖 Wellness & Relaxation
📚 Lifestyle
Radiance of the Seas prices
Upcoming Radiance of the Seas cruises start from $383. The lowest fare we've tracked in the past 90 days was $309. Pick a sailing below, choose your cabin, and we'll email you when the price drops.
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