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Radiance of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International

Radiance of the Seas

Family Fun & Adventure Families Couples Multigenerational

Year Built

2001

Passengers

2,112

Tonnage

90,090 GT

Decks

12

About the Ship

Radiance of the Seas

Radiance of the Seas is the lead ship of her class, featuring extensive use of glass for natural lighting, a billiards room with self-leveling pool tables, and a relaxing adults-only solarium.

Ship Highlights

  • Mid-size ship balancing space and intimacy

Dining Experience

From casual poolside bites to world-class specialty restaurants, Royal Caribbean offers an impressive range of dining options. Complimentary venues include the elegant main dining room and the expansive Windjammer buffet, while specialty options feature favorites like Chops Grille steakhouse and Jamie's Italian.

Entertainment & Activities

Royal Caribbean is known for Broadway-caliber shows, ice skating performances, and aqua theater diving spectacles. Ships feature the signature FlowRider surf simulator, rock climbing walls, and the North Star observation capsule on Quantum-class vessels.

Staterooms & Suites

Staterooms range from cozy interior cabins to sprawling multi-room suites. Balcony staterooms offer private ocean views, while the Royal Suite Class provides butler service, exclusive dining, and private lounge access. Radiance of the Seas accommodates up to 2,112 guests.

Good to Know

This mid-size ship strikes a great balance between amenities and an uncrowded atmosphere. Consider a drink package or specialty dining package if you plan to dine outside the complimentary venues regularly.

Specifications

Ship Details

Cruise Line
Royal Caribbean International
Year Built
2001
Passenger Capacity
2,112
Gross Tonnage
90,090 GT
Length
293.2m
Speed
25.0 knots
Crew
858
Decks
12
Registry
Bahamas

Visual Journey

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Sailing Schedule

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Guest Experiences

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What cruise travelers are saying about Radiance of the Seas.

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"Our experience on Radiance of the Seas was absolutely incredible. The ship is beautiful and well-maintained, and the ports of call were amazing. We booked all our excursions through Vacation Booker and saved a fortune compared to the cruise line prices."
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Michael K.

Royal Caribbean International | Jan 2026
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"This was our third cruise on Radiance of the Seas and it never disappoints. The staff is wonderful and the itinerary was perfect. We used Vacation Booker for a private snorkeling tour that was the highlight of the entire trip."
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Diana P.

Royal Caribbean International | Nov 2025
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"First-time cruisers and we chose Radiance of the Seas. The ship exceeded all expectations. We loved how easy it was to book our shore excursions in advance, and the return-to-ship guarantee gave us total peace of mind."
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Alex W.

Royal Caribbean International | Dec 2025
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