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Royal Caribbean · Radiance Class

Serenade of the Seas

A Radiance-class sister with one of the most varied itinerary calendars at sea, world cruise included.

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Launched
2003
Gross Tonnage
90,090 GT
Passengers
2,490
Decks
12
Home Port
Vancouver, Canada
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Serenade of the Seas is the third Radiance-class ship, launched in 2003, sharing her sisters' signature floor-to-ceiling glass exteriors and mid-sized, glass-forward design. She runs Alaska's Inside Passage and glacier cruising from Vancouver in summer, then repositions to Southern Caribbean sailings from Panama and Colombia reaching the ABC islands (Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao) in winter. She's also one of Royal Caribbean's dedicated world cruise ships, with an Ultimate World Cruise itinerary spanning roughly 274 days and 60 countries.

✦ The standout feature

One of Royal Caribbean's rotating world-cruise ships — Serenade periodically runs the line's Ultimate World Cruise, an itinerary of 270+ days spanning six continents, in addition to her regular Alaska and Caribbean seasonal deployment.

What’s Onboard

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Dining

  • Windjammer Café buffet
  • Chops Grille steakhouse
  • Giovanni's Table Italian
  • Izumi Asian cuisine
  • Main dining room with rotating menus
  • Café Latte-tudes for coffee and pastries
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Pools & Recreation

  • Two outdoor pools and whirlpools
  • Solarium adults-only retreat with retractable roof
  • Rock climbing wall
  • Full-size basketball and volleyball court
  • Jogging track
  • Mini golf course
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Entertainment

  • Main showroom theater productions
  • Colony Club lounge with live music
  • Casino Royale
  • Latitudes observation lounge
  • Art gallery and auctions
  • Cards Room and library
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Cabins

  • Interior, Oceanview, Balcony and Suite categories
  • Floor-to-ceiling glass in most balcony staterooms
  • Royal Suite and Owner's Suite categories
  • Connecting family staterooms
  • Wheelchair-accessible staterooms
  • 1,050+ staterooms across all categories
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Family & Kids

  • Adventure Ocean kids' clubs (6 months–17 years)
  • Teen-only lounge and outdoor deck space
  • Family pool and whirlpools
  • Mini golf and sports court
  • Character breakfasts on select sailings
  • Family shore excursions in Alaska and the Caribbean

Video Tour

Serenade of the Seas — Full Ship Walkthrough Tour & Review

✓ Best for
  • Alaska cruisers wanting scenic glass-walled viewing
  • Southern Caribbean and ABC islands cruisers
  • World cruise travelers seeking an extended itinerary
  • Couples and travelers wanting a mid-sized ship
✗ Not the right fit for

Families wanting Icon- or Oasis-class waterparks and thrill rides — like her Radiance-class sisters, Serenade focuses on scenery and classic cruising over high-adrenaline features.

Typical pricing

7-night Alaska from ~$800/pp (inside) to $2,200+/pp (suite)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Serenade of the Seas sail?
Serenade of the Seas sails Alaska's Inside Passage and glacier routes from Vancouver in summer, then repositions to Southern Caribbean itineraries from Panama and Colombia in winter, reaching Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao.
Does Serenade of the Seas do a world cruise?
Yes — Serenade periodically operates Royal Caribbean's Ultimate World Cruise, an itinerary spanning roughly 274 days, six continents, and around 60 countries, in addition to her standard seasonal deployment.
How is Serenade of the Seas different from Radiance of the Seas?
They're Radiance-class sister ships sharing identical dimensions and the same floor-to-ceiling glass design. The main differences are itinerary and homeport — Radiance splits between Alaska and Australia/New Zealand, while Serenade splits between Alaska and the Southern Caribbean/Panama Canal.
Is Serenade of the Seas a good ship for a first cruise?
Yes, particularly for travelers wanting a classic, mid-sized cruise experience with strong scenic itineraries — she suits Alaska and Southern Caribbean sailings well, though she lacks the waterparks and thrill rides of Royal Caribbean's newest mega-ships.
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