--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 24c9dafe-c624-4c97-848e-393348e1db66 slug: 2315798 voyage_code: ID09D185 cruise_line: Royal Caribbean ship: Independence of the Seas departure_date: return_date: nights: 9 embarkation_port: Miami, Florida disembarkation_port: Miami, Florida starting_price_usd: 553.5 bookable: true last_updated: 2026-07-16T00:52:39Z --- # 9 Night Southern Caribbean Cruise > Royal Caribbean · Independence of the Seas · Nov 6 – 15, 2027   (9 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Royal Caribbean | | **Ship** | Independence of the Seas | | **Duration** | 9 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Miami, Florida | | **Disembarkation Port** | Miami, Florida | | **Starting Price** | 554 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | ID09D185 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Miami, Florida **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM Miami moves to a rhythm all its own – from the sun-drenched beaches to a diverse blend of cultures. Indulge in the glitzy chic of Miami Beach and explore Little Havana’s deep-rooted Cuban heritage. Unwind on Key Biscayne’s serene shorelines, pedal along Ocean Drive or paddle a kayak through Oleta River State Park’s winding mangrove channels. Head to Coconut Grove to take in the bohemian vibe. Tour the Vizcaya estate’s Renaissance-inspired gardens. Miami cruises give guests the opportunity to che... ### Day 2: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 3: Puerto Plata, Dominican Rep **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM Puerto Plata is the Dominican Republic's oldest city in the north and a tourism pioneer. Nestled by the ocean with a mountainous backdrop, the city offers a lively pier, which is known as the Malecon, colourful shops and opulent homes from the 1800s. The city is famous for Parque Independencia (also known as Parque Central), a park fringed by royal palms and Victorian architecture. In Puerto Plata, you can hop on a cable car for sky-high views, take a tour of the local cacao farms and buy some o... ### Day 4: San Juan, Puerto Rico **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM ### Day 5: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 6: Oranjestad, Aruba **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 11:00 PM Welcome to Aruba – or as the locals say, Bon bini. Here Dutch traditions mix with island charm. The capital and port town of Oranjestad, is best known for its colourful Dutch Colonial ‘gingerbread’ houses painted in bright Caribbean hues. While Aruba is only 20 miles from tip to tip, it is packed with incredible contrasts. Cruise to Aruba and go from relaxing in a tropical paradise to trekking rugged desert in no time. The southern coast is one giant photo op – a bustling port town surrounded by... ### Day 7: Willemstad, Curacao **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Curaçao is a treasure trove of cultural attractions, rich history and natural scenery – from desert landscapes and rugged cliffs to 38 spectacular, and mostly secluded, beaches. Sint Anna Bay separates the two sides of the capital of Willemstad. Punda, the original settlement, is a tidy grid filled with shops and unique markets, restaurants and open-air cafes. Not to mention the famous tropicalised Dutch architecture in vibrant hues. Otrobanda (literally, 'the other side') is a maze of narrow st... ### Day 8: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 9: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 10: Miami, Florida **Arrives:** 06:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Miami moves to a rhythm all its own – from the sun-drenched beaches to a diverse blend of cultures. Indulge in the glitzy chic of Miami Beach and explore Little Havana’s deep-rooted Cuban heritage. Unwind on Key Biscayne’s serene shorelines, pedal along Ocean Drive or paddle a kayak through Oleta River State Park’s winding mangrove channels. Head to Coconut Grove to take in the bohemian vibe. Tour the Vizcaya estate’s Renaissance-inspired gardens. Miami cruises give guests the opportunity to che... ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Inside | $554 | | Ocean View | $674 | | Balcony | $984 | | Suite | $1,869 | ## Cabin Options ### Inside Cabins **Interior Stateroom - Guaranteed** (Code: ZI) — From $1,107 Interior Stateroom - Guaranteed **Interior** (Code: 1V) Enjoy your vacation in the perfect space. Beds Two twin beds that convert to Royal King and private bathroom. Stateroom: 160 sq. ft. Size Stateroom: 160 sq. ft **Interior Quad GTY** (Code: ZQ) Interior Quad GTY **Promenade View Interior** (Code: 2T) — From $1,360 Delight in bowed windows overlooking the Royal Promenade. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. Size 169 sq. ft. **Spacious Interior** (Code: 1R) Enjoy your vacation in an expanded space. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed. Two Pullman beds. Size Stateroom: 337 sq. ft. **Spacious Promenade View Interior** (Code: 1Q) Delight in two bowed windows overlooking the Royal Promenade. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed. Two Pullman beds. Size 340 sq. ft. **Interior** (Code: 2V) — From $1,322 Enjoy your vacation in the perfect space. Beds Two twin beds that convert to Royal King and private bathroom. Stateroom: 160 sq. ft. Size Stateroom: 160 sq. ft **Interior** (Code: 3V) Enjoy your vacation in the perfect space. Beds Two twin beds that convert to Royal King and private bathroom. Stateroom: 160 sq. ft. Size Stateroom: 160 sq. ft **Connecting Promenade Interior** (Code: CP) — From $1,397 Delight in bowed windows overlooking the Royal Promenade. ( Up to 2 guests ) Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed Size Stateroom: 169 sq. ft. **Interior** (Code: 4V) — From $1,286 Enjoy your vacation in the perfect space. Beds Two twin beds that convert to Royal King and private bathroom. Stateroom: 160 sq. ft. Size Stateroom: 160 sq. ft ### Outside Cabins **Spacious Ocean View** (Code: 4M) — From $1,651 Have a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed in staterooms. Size 211 sq. ft. **Ocean View** (Code: 2N) — From $1,590 Gaze into the beautiful views from your cozy room. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One Pullman bed in staterooms. Two Pullman beds in staterooms. Size 180 sq. ft. **Spacious Ocean View** (Code: 3M) Have a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. (Up to 4 guests) Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed One double sofa bed in staterooms with up to 4 Size 211 sq. ft. **Spacious Panoramic Ocean View** (Code: 1L) — From $1,873 Marvel the view through a floor to ceiling panoramic window. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed in staterooms. Size Stateroom: 175 sq. ft. **Ocean View** (Code: 3N) Gaze into the beautiful views from your cozy room. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One Pullman bed in staterooms. Two Pullman beds in staterooms. Size 180 sq. ft. **Ocean View - Guaranteed** (Code: YO) — From $1,348 Ocean View - Guaranteed **Ocean View** (Code: 4N) — From $1,549 Gaze into the beautiful views from your cozy room. ( Up to 4 guests ) Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed One Pullman bed in staterooms with up to 3 guests Two Pullman beds in staterooms with up to 4 guests Size 180 sq. ft. **Ultra Spacious Ocean View** (Code: 1K) Have a spectacular view in an immense space with family. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed. Two Pullman beds. Size 351 sq. ft. **Ocean View Quad GTY** (Code: YQ) Ocean View Quad GTY **Ocean View** (Code: 1N) Gaze into the beautiful views from your cozy room. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One Pullman bed in staterooms. Two Pullman beds in staterooms. Size 180 sq. ft. ### Balcony Cabins **Spacious Sunset Balcony** (Code: SG) Spacious Sunset Balcony **Ocean View Balcony** (Code: 5D) Experience a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One Pullman bed in staterooms. One double sofa bed in staterooms . Size Stateroom: 199 sq. ft. Balcony: 53 sq. ft. **Sunset Balcony** (Code: SB) — From $2,768 Sunset Balcony **Ocean View Balcony** (Code: 4D) — From $2,367 Experience a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. (Up to 2 guests) Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed Size Stateroom: 286 sq. ft. Balcony: 53 sq. ft. **Balcony Stateroom - Guaranteed** (Code: XB) — From $1,967 Balcony Stateroom - Guaranteed **Spacious Ocean View Balcony** (Code: 3B) Immerse yourself in a gorgeous view for a memorable vacation. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed in staterooms. Size Stateroom: 214 sq. ft. Balcony: 42 sq. ft. **Connecting Oceanview Balcony** (Code: 4B) — From $2,488 Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area, private balcony and private bathroom. Stateroom: 214 sq. ft. Balcony: 42 sq. ft. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. Size Stateroom: 199 sq. ft. Balcony: 53 sq. ft. **Ocean View Balcony** (Code: 2D) — From $2,428 Experience a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One Pullman bed in staterooms. One double sofa bed in staterooms . Size Stateroom: 199 sq. ft. Balcony: 53 sq. ft. **Ocean View Balcony** (Code: 1D) Experience a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One Pullman bed in staterooms. One double sofa bed in staterooms . Size Stateroom: 199 sq. ft. Balcony: 53 sq. ft. **Ocean View Balcony Quad GTY** (Code: XQ) Ocean View Balcony Quad GTY **Spacious Ocean View Balcony** (Code: 2B) — From $2,548 Immerse yourself in a gorgeous view for a memorable vacation. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed in staterooms. Size Stateroom: 214 sq. ft. Balcony: 42 sq. ft. **Connecting Oceanview Balcony** (Code: CB) — From $2,447 Experience a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. ( Up to 2 guests ) Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed Size Stateroom: 199 sq. ft. Balcony: 53 sq. ft. ### Suite Cabins **Ocean View Panoramic Suite** (Code: VP) Enjoy the view through a wrap around panoramic window with your family. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed One double sofa bed Two Pullman beds. Size Stateroom: 406 sq. ft. **Junior Suite** (Code: J3) — From $4,438 An incredible intimate suite with a great view. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed in staterooms . Size Stateroom: 317 sq. ft. Balcony: 65 sq. ft. **Royal Suite - 1 Bedroom** (Code: RS) — From $13,027 Relish an extraordinary vacation in this luxurious suite. Beds One King bed. One double sofa bed. Size Stateroom: 1,633 sq. ft. Balcony: 249 sq. ft. **Grand Suite - 1 Bedroom** (Code: GS) — From $6,747 Enjoy a comfortable suite and the extra perks. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed. Size Stateroom: 432 sq. ft. Balcony: 89 sq. ft. **Owner's Suite - 1 Bedroom** (Code: OS) — From $7,587 Enjoy the ultimate suite for a perfect vacation. (Up to 5 guests) Beds Queen-size bed One double sofa bed Size Stateroom: 596 sq. ft. Balcony: 204 sq. ft. **Grand Suite - 2 Bedroom** (Code: GT) — From $8,907 Indulge in a comfortable suite and enjoy the extra perks. Beds Two sets of two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed in staterooms. Two Pullman beds in staterooms. Size Stateroom: 616 sq. ft. Balcony: 208 sq. ft. **Suite - Guaranteed** (Code: WS) — From $3,738 Suite - Guaranteed **Sunset Junior Suite** (Code: JT) — From $4,386 Sunset Junior Suite ## Ship Information ### Independence of the Seas Sailing unforgettable getaways from the Sunshine State. This is a firm 'no' to FOMO. Independence of the Seas is giving the Caribbean an injection of new adventures on getaways. Launch yourself into a virtual world on the Sky Pad bungee trampoline experience. Go head to head in a glow-in-the-dark laser tag clash in Battle for Planet Z. Score an awesome time and game-changing grub at Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade. And onshore keep the adventure going strong at a private destination that’s the ultimate blend of thrill and chill – Perfect Day at CocoCay. Come and Seek the Royal Caribbean. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 3,634 | | Crew | 1,360 | | Gross Tonnage | 160,000.0 | | Length | 1,112.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 1,815 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Entertainment - **Suite Lounge**: Welcome to the most elevated spot for indulging in your favorite eats and libations. Reserved exclusively for guests of Grand Suite-level accommodatio... - **Aquanauts**: Bubbling science experiments. Dino-sized secrets just waiting to be uncovered. Adventurers ages 3 - 5 are engaged and entertained any time of day in t... - **Outdoor Film Nights**: Why watch a film inside? Lounge on the pool deck with an ocean breeze, the moon and film stars on a grand scale. The 20.4 m2 film screen presents newl... - **Typhoon and Cyclone**: Grab your bravest friend and challenge them to a test of speed. The ride of your life awaits on twin racers Typhoon℠ and Cyclone℠ — part of The Perfec... - **Wine Tasting**: This is how aficionados are made. Join us for a deep dive into vintages and varieties during an exciting wine tasting class featuring some of the most... ### Food and Drink - **Johnny Rockets**: Johnny Rockets serves up burgers, shakes, fries and fun in a cool retro atmosphere. Since 1986, this diner’s focus is on all American fare including f... - **Chef's Table**: Welcome to Chef’s Table, the most exclusive and elevated dining experience on our fleet. Join an intimate group of fellow foodies on a private epicure... - **Vintages**: Whether it’s malbec, merlot, riesling or pinot grigio, you’re sure to find all your beloved reds or whites at Vintages wine bar. From France to Califo... - **Fish & Ships**: Savor delicious fare at Fish & Ships℠, a seaside seafood spot that’s just steps from the pool. No need to hop across the pond for a basket of freshly ... - **Solarium Bar**: Relaxation can be thirsty work. While you're soaking up the vibe at the adults-only Solarium, grab a refreshment from the Solarium Bar, where friendly... ### Recreational - **Learn a Language**: Immerse yourself in the language of the locals with foreign language lessons onboard. Learn greetings, phrases and questions so you can enjoy chatting... - **Guest Lectures**: From stargazing to meditation, and a ton of topics in between, you'll hear experts from different fields give insights and offer new perspectives duri... - **Guest Entertainers**: Royal Caribbean® steps up the stage presence even more with specially invited guest performers who join our full-time roster of musicians, comedians, ... ### Fitness - **Fitness Classes**: Start a healthy new habit or keep your fitness routine on track. VitalitySM Fitness Center© has an array of the most popular training classes includin... - **Pickleball**: Introducing pickleball at sea. Whether you’re a total beginner or pickleball pro, grab a paddle and take on America’s fastest-growing new sport — it’s... - **Table Tennis**: Get ready for a table tennis tournament unlike any other. Come solo or pair up for a back-and-forth battle at sea. ### Relaxation - **Whirlpools**: Discover a different type of hot spot. Each Royal Caribbean® ship has multiple whirlpools. Find the warm and bubbly whirlpool that's calling your name... - **Spa & Fitness Center**: Emerge renewed, relaxed and rejuvenated at the Vitality℠ Spa. Professional spa products from acclaimed brands such as Elemis®, bliss®, La Thérapie and... ### Other - **Shopping**: Shop the biggest designer names and onboard exclusives, all at prices you won’t find on land. Swiss timepieces, liquor, fine jewelry, beauty and high ... ## Ports of Call ### Miami, Florida *Coordinates: 25.7891, -80.204* Miami moves to a rhythm all its own – from the sun-drenched beaches to a diverse blend of cultures. Indulge in the glitzy chic of Miami Beach and explore Little Havana’s deep-rooted Cuban heritage. Unwind on Key Biscayne’s serene shorelines, pedal along Ocean Drive or paddle a kayak through Oleta River State Park’s winding mangrove channels. Head to Coconut Grove to take in the bohemian vibe. Tour... ### Puerto Plata, Dominican Rep *Coordinates: 19.8009, -70.69* Puerto Plata is the Dominican Republic's oldest city in the north and a tourism pioneer. Nestled by the ocean with a mountainous backdrop, the city offers a lively pier, which is known as the Malecon, colourful shops and opulent homes from the 1800s. The city is famous for Parque Independencia (also known as Parque Central), a park fringed by royal palms and Victorian architecture. In Puerto Plata... ### San Juan, Puerto Rico *Coordinates: 18.4665, -66.1183* ### Oranjestad, Aruba *Coordinates: 12.519, -70.037* Welcome to Aruba – or as the locals say, Bon bini. Here Dutch traditions mix with island charm. The capital and port town of Oranjestad, is best known for its colourful Dutch Colonial ‘gingerbread’ houses painted in bright Caribbean hues. While Aruba is only 20 miles from tip to tip, it is packed with incredible contrasts. Cruise to Aruba and go from relaxing in a tropical paradise to trekking rug... ### Willemstad, Curacao *Coordinates: 12.1167, -68.9333* Curaçao is a treasure trove of cultural attractions, rich history and natural scenery – from desert landscapes and rugged cliffs to 38 spectacular, and mostly secluded, beaches. Sint Anna Bay separates the two sides of the capital of Willemstad. Punda, the original settlement, is a tidy grid filled with shops and unique markets, restaurants and open-air cafes. Not to mention the famous tropicalise... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2315798 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2315798 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2315798.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2315798/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/royal-caribbean/independence-of-the-seas/other/59453.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-07-16 00:52:39 UTC