Rhapsody of the Seas
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Rhapsody of the Seas

Passengers
1,020
Tonnage
78,878 GT
Built
1997
Length
279m
Decks
12
Crew
772

Where is Rhapsody of the Seas today?

Thursday, November 12, 2026

In Roseau, Dominica

In port 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time, on day 6 of a 7-night Eastern Caribbean cruise from San Juan (Nov 7 to 14).

Next: San Juan, Puerto Rico, Sat Nov 14 arriving 6:00 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: 7 nights from $598

Upcoming Rhapsody of the Seas cruises from $381 per person. See upcoming sailings ↓

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Current cruise, day by day

7-night Eastern Caribbean cruise, San Juan round trip

Nov 7 to 14, 2026 · 5 ports of call.

Date
Port
Sat Nov 7
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Departs 6:00 PM
Sun Nov 8
St. Thomas (Charlotte Amalie), USVI
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Mon Nov 9
St. Croix, US Virgin Islands
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tue Nov 10
St. Maarten (Philipsburg)
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Wed Nov 11
Antigua (St. John's)
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thu Nov 12
Roseau, DominicaToday
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Fri Nov 13
At sea
Sat Nov 14
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Arrives 6:00 AM

Where Rhapsody of the Seas sails, month by month

Rhapsody of the Seas sails from Athens (Piraeus) from May to November 2027, San Juan from December 2026 to March 2027 and in November 2027 and Miami in April 2027 on 7-night cruises. From December 2026 to November 2027 its most frequent stops are Santorini (Thira, 23 calls), Ephesus (Kusadasi, 19) and Mykonos (18). It also has longer sailings of 8, 10, 11 and 14 nights from March to May 2027 and in November 2027.

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 Rhapsody of the Seas sailings with prices.

Rhapsody of the Seas at a glance

Rhapsody of the Seas is a Royal Caribbean International cruise ship in the Vision class. It entered service in 1997 (29 years ago) and was last refurbished in 2025. It carries 1,020 passengers and 772 crew, about 1.3 passengers per crew member. At 78,878 gross tons and 279 m (915 ft) long, it is a large ship with 12 decks and 1,013 cabins. It was built by Chantiers de l'Atlantique Saint-Nazaire, France and sails under the flag of the Bahamas.

About this ship

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.

Rhapsody of the Seas specs

Class
Vision
Built
1997
Refurbished
2025
Gross Tonnage
78,878 GT
Length
279 m
Passengers
1,020
Cabins
1,013
Crew
772
Decks
12
Builder
Chantiers de l'Atlantique Saint-Nazaire, France
Flag
Bahamas
Quick facts
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
Mediterranean (Eastern)
Next Sailing
Nov 14, 2026
Family
Kids Club on board
Amenities

🍽️ Dining & Bars

BuffetSteakhouseSushi BarCoffee ShopSpecialty Restaurant

🎭 Entertainment

TheaterPiano BarNight ClubCasinoOutdoor Cinema

🏊 Recreation

PoolHot TubRock Climbing WallBasketball CourtJogging Track

👨‍👩‍👧 Family

Kids ClubTeen LoungeNurseryVideo ArcadeYouth Programs

🧖 Wellness & Relaxation

SpaFitness Center

📚 Lifestyle

Art GalleryShopping

Rhapsody of the Seas FAQ

Where is Rhapsody of the Seas right now?

According to Royal Caribbean International's published itinerary, Rhapsody of the Seas is scheduled to be in Roseau, Dominica today (Thursday, November 12, 2026), from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, on day 6 of a 7-night Eastern Caribbean cruise from San Juan. It returns to San Juan on November 14. This is the scheduled position, not live tracking.

Where does Rhapsody of the Seas sail from?

Based on our listings as of November 12, 2026, Rhapsody of the Seas sails from Athens (Piraeus), Greece from May to November 2027, San Juan, Puerto Rico from December 2026 to March 2027 and in November 2027 and Miami, Florida in April 2027 on 7-night cruises.

What ports does Rhapsody of the Seas visit?

Based on our listings as of November 12, 2026, Rhapsody of the Seas calls most often at Santorini (Thira), Greece (23 calls), Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey (19), Mykonos, Greece (18), Cairo (Alexandria), Egypt (16) and Antigua (St. John's, 15), counting calls from December 2026 to November 2027. Its sailings in that period visit 35 ports in all.

How many passengers does Rhapsody of the Seas carry?

Rhapsody of the Seas carries 1,020 passengers in 1,013 cabins. It has 772 crew, about 1.3 passengers per crew member.

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

Rhapsody of the Seas entered service in 1997, so it is 29 years old. It was last refurbished in 2025.

How big is Rhapsody of the Seas?

Rhapsody of the Seas is 78,878 gross tons and 279 m (915 ft) long, with 12 decks. That makes it a large ship.

How many crew work on Rhapsody of the Seas?

Rhapsody of the Seas has 772 crew.

What class of ship is Rhapsody of the Seas?

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

Which cruise line operates Rhapsody of the Seas?

Rhapsody of the Seas is operated by Royal Caribbean International.

Where was Rhapsody of the Seas built?

Rhapsody of the Seas was built by Chantiers de l'Atlantique Saint-Nazaire, France.

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

The cheapest upcoming Rhapsody of the Seas cruise we track starts from $381. Fares change daily, so set a price alert on a sailing to be emailed when it drops.

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Rhapsody of the Seas prices

Upcoming Rhapsody of the Seas cruises start from $381. The lowest fare we've tracked in the past 90 days was $353. Pick a sailing below, choose your cabin, and we'll email you when the price drops.

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