Radiance of the Seas
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Radiance of the Seas in Juneau, Alaska · Photo: Fletcher6, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
About Radiance of the Seas
Radiance of the Seas is a Royal Caribbean International cruise ship of the Radiance class, in service since 2001. She measures 90,090 gross tons and carries 2,143 guests with a crew of 859. She sails Caribbean itineraries. We rate her 4.0 out of 5.
Radiance of the Seas, delivered in March 2001, is the lead ship of the Radiance class, four Meyer Werft-built ships powered by gas turbines and sized to fit the Panama Canal. The class is known for large areas of glass, glass elevators facing the sea and more than 700 balcony cabins, and Radiance was the first cruise ship with gyroscopically stabilized pool tables. She also has a rock-climbing wall, mini golf and about ten places to eat. She sails Western Caribbean cruises year-round from Tampa, Florida.
Ship facts
- Guests
- 2,143
- Crew 859 · 1:2.5
- Entered service
- 2001
- Refitted 2011
- Length
- 293 m
- Longer than 76% of 575 ships
- Decks
- 13
Radiance of the Seas is bigger than 62% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruise Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 73%. At 42.0 gross tons per guest she is roomier than 66% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.
Ratings
- Cabins
- 4/5, fleet average 4.2
- Dining
- 3/5, fleet average 3.0
- Entertainment
- 5/5, fleet average 4.9
- Service
- 4/5, fleet average 4.0
- Pools & decks
- 4/5, fleet average 4.0
- Value
- 4/5, fleet average 4.0
Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews. Ticks mark the Royal Caribbean International fleet average across 30 rated ships in service.
Sister ships: Radiance class
Radiance of the Seas is one of 4 Radiance class ships. Jewel of the Seas (2004), Serenade of the Seas (2003) and Brilliance of the Seas (2002) are in service.
| Ship | Year | Gross tons | Guests | Space | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radiance of the Seas this ship | 2001 | 4.0/5 | |||
| Jewel of the Seas | 2004 | 4.0/5 | |||
| Serenade of the Seas | 2003 | 4.0/5 | |||
| Brilliance of the Seas | 2002 | 4.0/5 |
Official deck plans
Photos
Radiance of the Seas in Juneau, AlaskaPhoto: Fletcher6, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Where she sails
Home port: Tampa, Florida.
Flying in for your cruise?
Radiance of the Seas sails from Tampa, Florida. The airport is Tampa International (TPA), with 3 lounges to wait in before you board.
- American Airlines Admirals ClubTPA Airside F4.2 ★
- Delta Sky ClubTPA Airside E3.6 ★
- International Club LoungeTPA Airside F3.6 ★
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Radiance of the Seas?
Radiance of the Seas is operated by Royal Caribbean International and belongs to its Radiance class.
What are Radiance of the Seas' sister ships?
Radiance of the Seas is one of 4 Radiance class ships. Jewel of the Seas (2004), Serenade of the Seas (2003) and Brilliance of the Seas (2002) are in service.
How big is Radiance of the Seas?
Radiance of the Seas measures 90,090 gross tons and 293 metres in length, with 13 decks.
How does Radiance of the Seas compare in size with other cruise ships?
Radiance of the Seas is bigger than 62% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruise Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 73%. At 42.0 gross tons per guest she is roomier than 66% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.
How crowded does Radiance of the Seas feel?
Radiance of the Seas has a passenger space ratio of 42.0: 90,090 gross tons for 2,143 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Radiance of the Seas feels comfortable for her size.
How many passengers does Radiance of the Seas carry?
Radiance of the Seas carries 2,143 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 859 (about 2.5 guests per crew member).
When did Radiance of the Seas enter service?
Radiance of the Seas entered service in 2001 and was last refurbished in 2011.
Where does Radiance of the Seas sail?
Radiance of the Seas sails Caribbean itineraries. Her home port is Tampa, Florida.
Which airport should I fly into for Radiance of the Seas?
Radiance of the Seas sails from Tampa, Florida. Fly into Tampa International (TPA), which has 3 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for Radiance of the Seas?
Royal Caribbean International publishes the deck plans for Radiance of the Seas; this page links to Deck plans.
How is Radiance of the Seas rated?
Cruise Frog rates Radiance of the Seas 4.0 out of 5 overall, the average of 6 editorial scores. She scores best on entertainment (5/5) and lowest on dining (3/5).
Traveller reviews
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