Rhapsody of the Seas entered service in 1997 as part of Royal Caribbean International's Vision-class fleet. Built by Chantiers de l'Atlantique in Saint-Nazaire, France, this contemporary cruise ship carries 1,020 passengers and a crew of 772 across 12 decks.
The vessel represents the mainstream cruise category, offering a mid-sized option for travelers seeking a balanced cruise experience. With a passenger-to-crew ratio of roughly 1.3 to 1, the ship maintains operational efficiency while delivering service to its guest base.
The Vision-class design reflects late 1990s cruise ship engineering and has been a reliable member of the Royal Caribbean fleet for over two decades.
- Class
- Vision
- Built
- 1997
- Refurbished
- 2025
- Gross Tonnage
- 78,878 GT
- Length
- 279 m
- Beam
- 35 m
- Passengers
- 1,020
- Cabins
- 1,013
- Crew
- 772
- Decks
- 12
- Max Speed
- 22 knots
- Builder
- Chantiers de l'Atlantique Saint-Nazaire, France
- Registry
- Bahamas
- Age
- 29 years old
- Size
- Large
- Space Ratio
- 77.3 GT/pax
- Passenger-to-Crew
- 1.3:1
- Sister Ships
- 3 others in class
- Fleet Rank
- 29th largest of 31
- Typical Cruise
- 7 nights
- Primary Region
- Caribbean (Eastern)
- Next Sailing
- Oct 3, 2026
- Family
- Kids Club on board
🍽️ Dining & Bars
🎭 Entertainment
🏊 Recreation
👨👩👧 Family
🧖 Wellness & Relaxation
📚 Lifestyle
Rhapsody of the Seas prices
Upcoming Rhapsody of the Seas cruises start from $397. The lowest fare we've tracked in the past 90 days was $347. Pick a sailing below, choose your cabin, and we'll email you when the price drops.
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