Royal Caribbean Independence Of The Seas

About this ship

Independence of the Seas, part of Royal Caribbean's Freedom class, accommodates approximately 3,634 passengers. It's renowned for its thrilling onboard experiences, including the FlowRider surf simulator and the Royal Promenade, making it ideal for families and adventure-seekers. A standout feature is the onboard ice-skating rink, offering unique entertainment options.

Southern Caribbean • 10 nights • Departs Oct. 29, 2026

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Units: Imperial Metric

Cruise Weather Brief

Day 1

Thursday Oct. 29, 2026

Cape Liberty, Bayonne, New Jersey

Weather forecast available on Oct. 14, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Oct. 22, 2026 for free users.

Other ships at location: none

3,634 total passengers

Day 2

Sea Day

Friday Oct. 30, 2026

At Sea: Cape Liberty, Bayonne, New Jersey → Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic

Weather forecast available on Oct. 15, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Oct. 23, 2026 for free users.

Day 3

Sea Day

Saturday Oct. 31, 2026

At Sea: Cape Liberty, Bayonne, New Jersey → Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic

Weather forecast available on Oct. 16, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Oct. 24, 2026 for free users.

Day 4

Sea Day

Sunday Nov. 1, 2026

At Sea: Cape Liberty, Bayonne, New Jersey → Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic

Weather forecast available on Oct. 17, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Oct. 25, 2026 for free users.

Day 5

Monday Nov. 2, 2026

Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic

Weather forecast available on Oct. 18, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Oct. 26, 2026 for free users.

Other ships at location: Holland America ms Nieuw Amsterdam

5,740 total passengers

Day 6

Tuesday Nov. 3, 2026

Oranjestad, Aruba

Port Guide

Weather forecast available on Oct. 19, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Oct. 27, 2026 for free users.

Other ships at location: Virgin Voyages Valiant Lady

6,404 total passengers

Day 7

Wednesday Nov. 4, 2026

Willemstad, Curaçao, Curaçao

Port Guide

Weather forecast available on Oct. 20, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Oct. 28, 2026 for free users.

Other ships at location: Celebrity Silhouette

6,520 total passengers

Day 8

Sea Day

Thursday Nov. 5, 2026

At Sea: Willemstad, Curaçao, Curaçao → Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Weather forecast available on Oct. 21, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Oct. 29, 2026 for free users.

Day 9

Friday Nov. 6, 2026

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Port Guide

Weather forecast available on Oct. 22, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Oct. 30, 2026 for free users.

Other ships at location: none

3,634 total passengers

Day 10

Sea Day

Saturday Nov. 7, 2026

At Sea: Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic → Miami, Florida

Weather forecast available on Oct. 23, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Oct. 31, 2026 for free users.

Day 11

Sunday Nov. 8, 2026

Miami, Florida

Port Guide

Weather forecast available on Oct. 24, 2026 for Cruise Outlook Premium users and on Nov. 1, 2026 for free users.

Other ships at location: Carnival Magic, Carnival Celebration, Royal Caribbean Allure Of The Seas, Norwegian Aqua, Celebrity Xcel, Virgin Voyages Resilient Lady

27,864 total passengers

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