The upcoming 2026-2027 Caribbean season from Royal Caribbean is shaping up to be one of the biggest ever. The cruise line just dropped its lineup for the 2027-2028 season, and once again the Caribbean is the star of the show. Thirteen ships will spend the year hopping between the Western, Eastern, and Southern Caribbean, including some of the most popular ships in the fleet.
What makes the announcement especially exciting is just how many ships will be sailing from Florida. Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Port Canaveral, and Tampa will be absolutely packed with Royal Caribbean ships. But Florida is not the only place to board a ship. Several cruise-friendly ports beyond the Sunshine State will also welcome Royal ships that explore the Caribbean in fresh ways.
Below is an easy breakdown of what is sailing where.
Fort Lauderdale
- Legend of the Seas – Beginning November 2027, the new Legend of the Seas returns from Europe and jumps right into 6 and 8 night Southern and Western Caribbean sailings. Expect Perfect Day at CocoCay, Royal Beach Club Cozumel, Cabo Rojo, and ports like Willemstad. Onboard, guests will have the largest waterpark at sea, tons of dining options, and a brand new production of “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.”
- Allure of the Seas – Starting May 2027, Allure spends the summer in Fort Lauderdale running 6 and 8 night Western and Southern itineraries that include Perfect Day at CocoCay, Curacao, Falmouth, and more before moving to Miami later in the year.
- Oasis of the Seas – Returning in November 2027 after a summer up north, Oasis will offer quick 3 and 4 night sailings to Nassau and Perfect Day at CocoCay.
- Explorer of the Seas – Also beginning in November 2027, Explorer jumps into 6 to 8 night Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises that pack in stops at CocoCay, Falmouth, Puerto Plata, and more.
- Jewel of the Seas – Jewel takes on the ultimate weekend escape role from April through November 2027 with back to back 3 and 4 night trips to CocoCay and Nassau.
Miami
- Allure of the Seas – After summer in Fort Lauderdale, Allure arrives in Miami in November 2027 for 7 night Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises.
- Freedom of the Seas – Beginning April 2027, Freedom becomes a Miami regular with 4, 5, 7, and even 9 night Caribbean itineraries. Expect everything from Aruba and Curacao to CocoCay and Nassau.
- Independence of the Seas – Starting November 2027, Independence offers a mix of 4 to 8 night adventures that include St. Thomas, Grand Cayman, and Royal Beach Clubs in both Nassau and Cozumel.
Port Canaveral (Orlando)
- Adventure of the Seas – Adventure returns for both summer and winter 2027 with 4, 5, and 9 night itineraries that mix Perfect Day at CocoCay with visits to Royal Beach Clubs in Nassau and Cozumel.
Tampa
- Enchantment of the Seas – Starting April 2027, Enchantment runs 5 and 7 night Western Caribbean itineraries to Costa Maya and Cozumel. When November rolls around, the schedule shifts to shorter 4 and 5 night options.
- Brilliance of the Seas – Beginning November 2027, Brilliance offers 7 night warm weather escapes to Roatan, Costa Maya, Cozumel, Belize City, and other Western Caribbean favorites.
Not Sailing From Florida? Royal Caribbean Still Has You Covered
Plenty of Royal Caribbean ships will homeport outside Florida while still delivering Caribbean itineraries.
San Juan, Puerto Rico
- Grandeur of the Seas – From May 2027, Grandeur runs 7 night Southern Caribbean sailings to Tortola, St. Maarten, St. Lucia, and other postcard perfect islands. In December, Grandeur shifts to Colon and Cartagena, taking guests to the ABC islands.
- Rhapsody of the Seas – Starting November 2027, Rhapsody spends winter and spring in San Juan with 6 to 8 night cruises to St. Croix, Antigua, Castries, Basseterre, and other stunning destinations.
New Orleans
- Mariner of the Seas – Mariner returns from Europe and calls New Orleans home for the winter and spring. Expect 6 to 9 night Western Caribbean itineraries to Belize, Roatan, and Cozumel. Royal Beach Club Cozumel will be a highlight for many cruisers once it opens.
Colon, Panama and Cartagena, Colombia
- Grandeur of the Seas – Starting December 2027, Grandeur mixes things up with 7 night ABC island sailings between Colon and Cartagena. Think colorful Dutch inspired towns, sunny beaches, and warm year round weather.
Across the entire lineup, cruisers can expect a mix of Perfect Day at CocoCay visits, stops at the new Royal Beach Clubs in Paradise Island and Cozumel, and itineraries that feature Port Samana in the Dominican Republic, which is quickly becoming a guest favorite.
Plus, the highly anticipated Perfect Day Mexico is still on the way, expected to open in late 2027 with a confirmed date coming next year.