1800 121 187 Connect with our cruise experts
Radiance of the Seas
Last refurbished
2016
Last refurbished
Passengers
2146
Passengers
Ports Visited
35
Ports visited
Cruises from $138 per day
$138
From Price per day
Total Gross Tonnage of Radiance of the Seas
90,090
Gross Tonnage

Radiance of the Seas Cruises

4.2
(from 439 verified customers)

Radiance of the Seas entered service in 2001 at 90,090 GT, was refurbished in 2016, and carries 2112 passengers. Radiance of the Seas’ most striking feature is the nearly three acres of exterior glass employed in its design - including glass elevators that span 12 decks giving ocean views. From every public space you are likely to see the seascape wherever you turn your head.The ship is family-friendly, with large facilities for children and teens. It caters for large conferences, Wi-Fi ship wide, wheelchair access, and also couples wishing to tie the knot in the wedding chapel. Though large, the ship offers a good passenger space ratio. Décor throughout is warm and attractive and you’ll need good walking shoes to become familiar with the many public spaces.

Ship Specification

Maiden voyage: 2001
Number of decks: 10
Tonnage: 90090
Cabins: 1070
Passengers: 2146
Number of crew: 858
Image of Radiance of the Seas

Current Cruise Deals

  • Royal Caribbean Buy One Get up to 60% off the Second Guest

    Royal Caribbean Buy One Get up to 60% off the Second Guest

    Book a select sailing and receive:
    • Buy one guest, get up to 60% off the second guest*
    • 50% reduced deposits on local sailings*
    • Kids sail from $59 per person per day only on local sailings (sailing as guest 3 and 4)*
    • Kids pay taxes and fees only on international sailings (sailing as guest 3 and 4)*
    • The above savings are already included in the displayed pricing
    • Cruise only - including all main meals, entertainment and more*

    Terms & Conditions apply.

    View Campaign

Radiance of the Seas Next 5 Departures

Showing Next 5 Departures - View All

Onboard Experience

  • Dining

    • Dining on the Radiance of the Seas
    • Dining on the Radiance of the Seas
    • Dining on the Radiance of the Seas
    • Dining on the Radiance of the Seas

    For the Main Dining Room, spread over two levels, select from three dining choices before cruising: fixed seating at the same table nightly, at either early or late sitting; open-seated My Time Dining (with pre-paid gratuities) at a flexible time; and early sitting My Family Time Dining that allows children aged 3 to 11 years to leave for their Adventure Ocean kids club. Menus feature healthy, vegetarian and kosher options. Special dietary needs can be catered for by giving advanced notice.

    Read more

    Menus change daily throughout the cruise. Evening dress is casual or smart casual. Expect one to three formal evenings in the Main Dining Room during your cruise. Other complimentary eating options include buffet-style Windjammers Café, Park Café, and 24-hour room service. Specialty dining (with a cover charge) can be booked for Chops Grille steakhouse, Izumi Asian-fusion cuisine, Giovanni’s Table Italian restaurant, Samba Grill Brazilian Steakhouse, and Rita’s Cantina for Mexican fare. The Mystery Dinner Theatre combines your meal with theatre drama and intrigue. Join up to 14 guests at the Chef’s Table for a five course gourmet menu with selected wines. Reserve Vini d’Italia for a seasonal menu complemented by fine wines. Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream is the place to go for ice-cream and frozen drinks, and fast snacks are available at Boardwalk Dog House.

    Read less
  • Bars

    • Bar on the Radiance of the Seas
    • Bar on the Radiance of the Seas

    Café Latte-tudes serves specialty coffees and sweets. In all, the ship has 16 bars, clubs and lounges.

  • Entertainment

    • Entertainment on the Radiance of the Seas
    • Entertainment on the Radiance of the Seas

    A signature feature of RCI vessels is a Broadway-style production in the Main Theatre. A second entertainment centre is the Colony Club, with its music, dancing, comedy and cabaret shows. Live music features around the pool, in the main dining room, and in many lounges, bars and specialty venues. There are always parties and parades to join.

  • Activities

    • Activities on the Radiance of the Seas
    • Activities on the Radiance of the Seas
    • Activities on the Radiance of the Seas
    • Activities on the Radiance of the Seas

    Try your hand at gaming in Casino Royale. Alternatively, just stroll around and shop duty-free, or for a quiet time retire to the Library/Card Room or Internet Café. On-shore excursions and explorations can be pre-booked or arranged on board. Choose from a range of classes and seminars to bring out your creativity and expand your knowledge. Activities include use of the outdoor sports deck, mini-golf course, golf simulators, three whirlpools, billiards & pool tables, and a basketball court.

    Read more

    The Solarium is exclusively for adults. And every RCI ship has a rock-climbing wall.

    Read less
  • Health & Fitness

    • Fitness on the Radiance of the Seas
    • Fitness on the Radiance of the Seas

    The Vitality Spa and Fitness Center is fully equipped and runs a variety of beauty services and fitness classes.

  • Kids

    • Kids activities on the Radiance of the Seas
    • Kids activities on the Radiance of the Seas
    • Kids activities on the Radiance of the Seas

    Youngsters will love Adventure Beach pool and slide. Teens have their own lounge areas and disco, video game arcade, and the Adventure Ocean youth programmes that cater for all ages.

  • Inclusions

    • Activities - organised & individual
    • All main meals on-board
    • Anytime or fixed sittings, & multi-venue dining
    • Bridge director on select cruises
    • Coffee, tea, iced water, lemonade 24 hrs
    • Cruise Director & all English speaking staff
    • Entertainment - live music and/or shows, movies
    • In-cabin dining at no charge
    • Infant crèche, kids clubs & teen programs
    • Ship-shore-ship transfers
    • Special needs requests & service animals allowed
    • Use of ship facilities - indoor & outdoor

Customer cruise ship ratings

Radiance of the Seas has an average of 4.2 Stars based on 439 Guest Reviews

  • Overall
    4.2
  • Cabin
    4.2
  • Dining
    4.4
  • Entertainment
    3.9
  • Service
    4.6

Destination & Ports

Visited Ports

Highlights

  • Radiance of the Seas is your epic edge of the map escape. Linger longer in the Last Frontier, wander the world down under or seize the South Sea breeze. It’s roads less traveled and high seas splendor in one unparalleled, unforgettable adventure.

  • Start your day at the Bottomless Galley Brunch with a glass of champagne and a side of stunning scenery as you sail through misty fjords. Gaze at glaciers while unwinding in one of the Solarium’s steamy whirlpools. And discover endless ways to seize the day on deck between adventures in port, from wine tasting and world class dining to movie nights under the stars.

  • Redefining the cruising experience one room at a time. The staterooms are an alluring escape from the non-stop action the cruise ships are known for. From the spectacular views to the deluxe amenities, a stay with us is like nothing at sea.

Cabins

Staterooms come in four main categories and 19 grades, with variations based on guests’ needs: Suite/Deluxe Staterooms, Balcony Staterooms, Outside Staterooms and Interior Staterooms. When selecting accommodation consider the view, the level of privacy, and location near to or far from activity areas. All staterooms come with private bathroom, vanity area, hair dryer, interactive television and phone. Many cabins are family-friendly with up to four additional bunk beds, and interconnecting rooms. There are no single cabins, and many are wheelchair-accessible.

In-cabin service and dining is available 24-hours. Travel in style with a selection of five categories of Suites, which are especially good for families needing more space, and may include complimentary concierge service. Suites come with priority check-in, most have multiple rooms and balconies, and depending on the suite you may have whirlpool tub, baby grand piano and an entertainment area, and accommodate up to eight guests. The stateroom’s television enables guests to request room service, to book show tickets, shore excursions, movies and specialty dining, and keep track of their onboard account. Smoking is not permitted inside any stateroom and any stateroom balcony. Cigarette, cigar, e-cigarette and pipe smoking is permitted in designated outdoor areas.king is only permitted on private ocean view balconies of balcony/suite staterooms.)

Read More
  • Inside

    Inside on the Radiance of the Seas Inside on the Radiance of the Seas

    Cabin Types

    1V, 2V, 3V, 4V, 2W, ZI, ZQ

    Average Cabin Size – 12.8 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

  • Oceanview

    Oceanview on the Radiance of the Seas Oceanview on the Radiance of the Seas

    Cabin Types

    CO, 4M, 1P, 2P, 3P, 4P, 1K, 1N, 2N, 3N, 4N, YO, YQ, 5N

    Average Cabin Size – 19.5 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Size: 170 sq. ft. Experience a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. Up to 2 guests. Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed.

  • Balcony

    Balcony on the Radiance of the Seas Balcony on the Radiance of the Seas

    Cabin Types

    CB, 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G, 1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 1B, 2B, 3B, 4B, 1D, 2D, 3D, 4D, 5D, XS, XB, XQ

    Average Cabin Size – 16.9 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 4.6 m2

  • Suite

    Suite on the Radiance of the Seas Suite on the Radiance of the Seas

    Cabin Types

    OT, RS, OS, GS, J3, WS

    Average Cabin Size – 49.7 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 10.6 m2

    Size approx: 584 sq. ft. Balcony: 151 sq. ft. Enjoy the ultimate suite for a perfect vacation with family and friends. Up to 8 guests. Two sets of two twins beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed. Two Pullman beds. Two bathrooms (master bathroom with tub).

Radiance of the Seas Deck Plans

Legend

  • Stateroom with Sofa Bed
  • Stateroom has 3rd Pullman bed
  • Stateroom has 3rd & 4th Pullman bed
  • Connecting Staterooms
  • Stateroom with Sofa Bed & 3rd Pullman bed
  • Stateroom has 4 additional Pullman beds
  • Stateroom opens only on the starboard side
  • Indicates door location
  • Sofa Bed Eligible
  • Stateroom has an obstructed view
  • Wheelchair accessible stateroom

Radiance of the Seas Cruise Calendar

Date Title Departs Prices From
28 Dec 2024 Western Caribbean Holiday Cruise Tampa $3057
04 Jan 2025 Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise Tampa $1532
11 Jan 2025 Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise Tampa $1458
18 Jan 2025 Western Caribbean Cruise Tampa $1321
25 Jan 2025 Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise Tampa $1209
01 Feb 2025 Western Caribbean Cruise Tampa $1780
08 Feb 2025 Western Caribbean Cruise Tampa $1917
15 Feb 2025 Western Caribbean Cruise Tampa $2339
22 Feb 2025 Western Caribbean Cruise Tampa $1681
01 Mar 2025 Western Caribbean Cruise Tampa $1610
08 Mar 2025 Western Caribbean Cruise Tampa $1455
15 Mar 2025 Western Caribbean Cruise Tampa $1805
22 Mar 2025 Western Caribbean Cruise Tampa $1722
29 Mar 2025 Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise Tampa $1651
05 Apr 2025 Western Caribbean Cruise Tampa $1601
12 Apr 2025 Western Caribbean Cruise Tampa $1851
19 Apr 2025 Panama Canal Cruise Tampa $2572
04 May 2025 Pacific Coastal Cruise Los Angeles $905
09 May 2025 Alaska Adventure Cruise Vancouver $3649
16 May 2025 Northbound Alaska & Hubbard Glacier Vancouver $1327
23 May 2025 Southbound Alaska & Hubbard Glacier Anchorage (Seward) $1293
30 May 2025 Northbound Alaska & Hubbard Glacier Vancouver $1511
06 Jun 2025 Southbound Alaska & Hubbard Glacier Anchorage (Seward) $1477
13 Jun 2025 Northbound Alaska & Hubbard Glacier Vancouver $5711
20 Jun 2025 Southbound Alaska & Hubbard Glacier Anchorage (Seward) $1681
27 Jun 2025 Northbound Alaska & Hubbard Glacier Vancouver $1959
04 Jul 2025 Southbound Alaska & Hubbard Glacier Anchorage (Seward) $1419
11 Jul 2025 Northbound Alaska & Hubbard Glacier Vancouver $1761
18 Jul 2025 Southbound Alaska & Hubbard Glacier Anchorage (Seward) $1444
25 Jul 2025 Northbound Alaska & Hubbard Glacier Vancouver $1566
01 Aug 2025 Southbound Alaska & Hubbard Glacier Anchorage (Seward) $1442
08 Aug 2025 Northbound Alaska & Hubbard Glacier Vancouver $0
15 Aug 2025 Southbound Alaska & Hubbard Glacier Anchorage (Seward) $1503
22 Aug 2025 Northbound Alaska & Hubbard Glacier Vancouver $1423
29 Aug 2025 Southbound Alaska & Hubbard Glacier Anchorage (Seward) $1275
05 Sep 2025 Northbound Alaska & Hubbard Glacier Vancouver $1298
12 Sep 2025 Southbound Alaska & Hubbard Glacier Anchorage (Seward) $1416
19 Sep 2025 Alaska Adventure Cruise Vancouver $1759
26 Sep 2025 8 Night Pacific Coastal Cruise Vancouver $1458
04 Oct 2025 16 Night Panama Canal Cruise San Diego $0
20 Oct 2025 4 Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise Fort Lauderdale $690
24 Oct 2025 3 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $704
27 Oct 2025 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise Fort Lauderdale $781
31 Oct 2025 3 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise Fort Lauderdale $819
03 Nov 2025 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise Fort Lauderdale $838
07 Nov 2025 3 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $754
10 Nov 2025 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise Fort Lauderdale $834
14 Nov 2025 3 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $749
17 Nov 2025 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise Fort Lauderdale $845
21 Nov 2025 3 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $719
24 Nov 2025 4 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $877
28 Nov 2025 3 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $838
01 Dec 2025 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise Fort Lauderdale $816
05 Dec 2025 3 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $745
08 Dec 2025 4 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $808
12 Dec 2025 3 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $761
15 Dec 2025 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise Fort Lauderdale $832
19 Dec 2025 3 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $912
22 Dec 2025 4 Night Bahamas Getaway Holiday Fort Lauderdale $1073
26 Dec 2025 3 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $1043
29 Dec 2025 4 Night Bahamas Getaway Holiday Fort Lauderdale $1166
02 Jan 2026 3 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $763
05 Jan 2026 4 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $656
09 Jan 2026 3 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $619
12 Jan 2026 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise Fort Lauderdale $662
16 Jan 2026 4 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $695
14 Feb 2026 6 Night Western Caribbean Cruise Fort Lauderdale $827
20 Feb 2026 3 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $711
23 Feb 2026 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise Fort Lauderdale $804
27 Feb 2026 3 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $636
02 Mar 2026 4 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $702
06 Mar 2026 3 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $672
09 Mar 2026 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise Fort Lauderdale $715
13 Mar 2026 3 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $638
16 Mar 2026 4 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $802
20 Mar 2026 3 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $682
23 Mar 2026 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise Fort Lauderdale $784
27 Mar 2026 3 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $724
30 Mar 2026 4 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $720
03 Apr 2026 3 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise Fort Lauderdale $846
06 Apr 2026 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise Fort Lauderdale $766
10 Apr 2026 3 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise Fort Lauderdale $755
13 Apr 2026 4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise Fort Lauderdale $730
17 Apr 2026 Fort Lauderdale $0

Get expert advice from the same dedicated consultant at every stage.

Save with exclusive offers and deals on the best cruise lines.

100% family owned and operated and based in Australia for over 20 years.

Subscribe