Name: 9 Night Southern Caribbean Cruise
Brand: Royal Caribbean International
SKU: 118638
Price: 533 USD
Availability: InStock

Explore and book Royal Caribbean International 9 Night Southern Caribbean Cruise on the Freedom of the Seas departing from Miami, Florida on Oct 22, 2026 and ending in Port of Oranjestad, Aruba, Caribbean on Oct 31, 2026 Sail to Nassau, Bahamas, Miami, Florida, Willemstad, Curacao, Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic, Port of Oranjestad, Aruba, Caribbean

Miami, Florida

Big Sale

The cruise capital of the world, Miami is where Caribbean journeys often begin or end. Beyond its port, it boasts vibrant neighborhoods like Little Havana, the art deco charm of South Beach, and a nightlife that’s second to none.

Nassau, Bahamas

The bustling capital of the Bahamas, Nassau offers colonial charm, lively markets, and azure waters. Whether exploring historic forts or relaxing on pristine beaches, cruisers find a blend of history and paradise.

Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic

Cabo Rojo is a remote coastal gem on the southwestern tip of the Dominican Republic, known for its pristine beaches, turquoise waters, and rugged limestone cliffs. The area is part of the Pedernales province and offers access to nearby natural attractions like Bahía de las Águilas, a protected beach within Jaragua National Park. Visitors come here for tranquil swimming, snorkeling, and birdwatching in untouched surroundings. Its seclusion makes it ideal for those seeking off-the-beaten-path Caribbean beauty.

Willemstad, Curacao

Characterized by colorful Dutch architecture and a lively port scene, Willemstad provides a unique blend of Caribbean warmth and European flair. Its coral reefs and historic districts make it a standout in the Caribbean.

Port of Oranjestad, Aruba, Caribbean

Drop anchor at the Port of Oranjestad, the vibrant capital of Aruba. Known for its Dutch colonial architecture, colorful markets, and lively nightlife, Oranjestad promises an eclectic mix of culture and fun. Just a short distance away, pristine beaches and turquoise waters beckon visitors to indulge in water sports and sunbathing.

9 Night Southern Caribbean Cruise

Bahamas

Caribbean

North America

Bring your competitive spirit to the sports court for high-energy basketball and volleyball games with a spectacular ocean backdrop. It’s the perfect spot for a friendly match or a serious game, energized by the vast sea around you.


Sports Court

Enjoy classic and modern games at the Royal Caribbean Arcade. Flee ghosts, save deep space, or start a dance revolution in this nostalgic, fun-filled space.



Arcade

Experience the thrill of Casino Royale℠, your onboard Vegas, offering a vast selection of games and the chance to learn the ropes or compete in sea tournaments.

Casino

Catch the perfect wave on the 40-foot-long FlowRider surf simulator. With 30,000 gallons of rushing water, you can carve like a pro or just try to stay upright while friends cheer you on from the stadium seating.



FlowRider

Master the art of elegance with folding artistry, where guests learn to fold napkins and towels into decorative shapes, mirroring the professional touches that add a magical flair to their staterooms and dining experiences.

Folding Artistry

Enrich your mind and spirit with the Guest Lecture series, offering insights from experts across various fields, from stargazing to meditation—a unique opportunity to expand horizons, though a fee may apply.

Guest Lectures

Dive into new cultures through onboard foreign language lessons, enabling delightful interactions with locals by mastering essential greetings and phrases.

Learn A Language

Engage with the vibrant world of art at sea with onboard art auctions, featuring a curated selection of works and the excitement of live bidding, complemented by a champagne toast for a truly sophisticated adventure.

Art Auctions

Dive into the heart of Royal Caribbean International’s cruise operations with an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour. Discover the culinary magic in the kitchens, the precision in the Engine Control Room, and enjoy privileged access to the Bridge.

All Access Tour

Discover the art of jewelry making with expert-led workshops, where you can learn new techniques and work with a variety of beads and stones to create your own unique pieces. It's a perfect blend of creativity and skill, suitable for all ages.

Jewelry Making

In a frozen future Earth, two clans, the Yetis and Snowshifters, battle for survival. Engage in an epic glow-in-the-dark laser tag faceoff to claim the mythical Crystal City and its sustaining inner light.



Laser Tag: Clash For The Crystal City

Experience a dazzling display of ice-skating artistry set to a captivating blend of classic and contemporary hits. With spins, flips, and mesmerizing stunts, guests will find themselves both enchanted by the performances and moving to the rhythm at FreedomICE.com.

FreedomICE.com

There’s no need to study for this class — just bring your creativity and your sweet tooth. Armed with plenty of icing and sprinkles, your instructor will teach you how to turn freshly-baked cupcakes into masterpieces that are as dazzling as they are delicious.

Cupcake Class

Unwind with unexpected delights as figure eights on the ice rink cap off your sunny day at sea. Complimentary ice skating is a standard thrill onboard, inviting enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels to showcase their moves on the ice.

Ice Skating

Discover the vibrant world of art with Park West Gallery, the largest art dealer globally, offering an unparalleled arts program during your vacation. Toast with the Park West Art Team at onboard events, where they'll introduce you to unforgettable contemporary and classic artists. Explore the ship's gallery for that perfect artwork to take home, or dive into Park West's E-Gallery, featuring over 10,000 works. 

Art Collection

Dive into the rhythm of the sea with dance classes on Royal Caribbean, where every step on the dance floor enhances your cruise experience.

Dance Classes

Discover a quiet haven in this well-equipped Library and Card Room, where bookworms can dive into a diverse selection of genres, and gaming enthusiasts can showcase their skills at card and board tables.

Library Card and Room

Join the Captain for a special welcome reception, where you can mingle with fellow guests and capture memories with the Captain.

Captains Welcome Aboard Reception

Reach new heights on the Rock Climbing Wall, offering stunning views forty feet above deck. This complimentary activity welcomes climbers of all skill levels, no reservations required, making it a must-try for every adventurer.

Rock Climbing Wall

Turn your memories into something beautiful with a vacation scrapbook. Learn how to build themed pages with textured borders, cutouts and embellishments.

Scrapbooking

Dive into the depths with exclusive PADI® scuba courses on Royal Caribbean. Join certified instructors and explore the underwater world while earning your dive certification right onboard (fees apply).

Scuba Certification

Indulge in a shopping spree without leaving the ship, where you'll find everything from designer brands to onboard exclusives, all tax and duty-free. Enjoy special savings and a price match guarantee on a wide range of goods.

Shopping

Splashaway Bay aqua park offers colorful waterslides, water cannons, fountains, and whirlpools for endless fun. Perfect for tots, tweens, and their parents, it's a water adventure for the whole family.




Splashaway Bay

Challenge friends and family to a round of mini golf with ocean views as your backdrop—it's fun, breezy, and completely free to play anytime. No reservations needed, just grab a club and go.



Mini Golf

Explore culinary secrets with an exclusive behind-the-scenes galley tour led by the Chef, followed by a sumptuous brunch complete with unlimited sparkling wine, for an indulgence that marries education with elegance.

Sip, Tour, Brunch

Unleash your inner sushi chef and create a Far East feast with this hands-on sushi-making experience—because the best way to enjoy your meal is when you've made it yourself.

Sushi Making Class

Experience adrenaline-fueled fun with your adventure squad on The Perfect Storm waterslides. Challenge each other on a 10-story plummet and race to the base on The Ultimate Abyss, the longest dry slide at sea.



The Perfect Storm

Prepare for an adrenaline rush like no other as you challenge your bravest friend to a high-speed race on Typhoon℠ and Cyclone℠, the most daring waterslides at sea. Enjoy thrilling twists with breathtaking sea views on these heart-pounding slides that will keep your adrenaline soaring.



Typhoon and Cyclone

Dive into the excitement of themed nights and parties, where guests can don masquerade masks or togas and enjoy an evening filled with mystery, history, and non-stop fun, promising memorable moments for every taste and generation.

Theme Nights

Experience the ultimate party under the stars on the Pool Deck with a DJ spinning club anthems and dance classics. Sip on refreshing drinks to keep you energized all night long.

Pool Parties

Challenge yourself or team up for spirited table tennis tournaments at sea, where the excitement never ends and the competition thrills.

Table Tennis

Embark on a vinicultural journey with our wine tasting classes, featuring rare vintages exclusive to Royal Caribbean®. This event promises an educational exploration into the world of wines, perfect for budding connoisseurs seeking to refine their palate.

Wine Tasting

Casino Royale’s non-smoking venue provides a clean-air environment with slots and table games included as part of the cruise experience. Entry is complimentary, though gaming costs apply, making it an inviting option for those who prefer smoke-free play.

Casino Royale Non-Smoking

The main Casino Royale offers a lively gaming atmosphere with designated smoking areas, featuring slots, table games, and more. Entry is complimentary, with standard charges applying for gameplay.

Casino Royale (Smoking-Permitted)

The Viking Crown Lounge® embodies the essence of sophisticated leisure and vibrant nightlife aboard Royal Caribbean cruises. Perched high above the ocean, its floor-to-ceiling windows offer breathtaking panoramic views, making it an ideal place for sunset cocktails. As evening turns to night, it transforms into a lively entertainment hub with live music, dancing, and a pulsating atmosphere.

Viking Crown Lounge

Immerse yourself in the swanky ambiance of R Bar, where vintage-inspired cocktails meet sophisticated charm, offering a timeless experience with classic libations like dry gin martinis, old fashioners, and expertly crafted gin and tonics.



R Bar

Enjoy game-day favorites and icy-cold draughts at Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade. Catch your home team on dozens of screens or challenge friends in the arcade while savoring a signature burger or the five-scoop Touchdown Sundae.


Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade 

Swap your usual drink for The Lime & Coconut signature cocktail and admire the stunning ocean views.



The Lime and Coconut

Enjoy exclusive privileges in the Crown Lounge, a sanctuary for Diamond, Diamond Plus, and Pinnacle Club Crown & Anchor® Society members, offering concierge access, complimentary continental breakfast, and cocktails during happy hour.

Crown Lounge (Diamond & Pinnacle Exclusive)

Live it up with a Lavender Daiquiri at Schooner Bar. It’s as good as it sounds, in a lively nautical-themed setting.



Schooner Bar

Relaxation can be thirsty work, so refresh yourself at the Solarium Bar. Enjoy wine, beer, cocktails, and tropical drinks in the adults-only Solarium.



Solarium Bar

Exclusively for guests of Grand Suite-level accommodations and above, the Suite Lounge offers complimentary continental breakfast and evening drinks. Indulge in your favorite eats and libations in this elevated, private spot.


Suite Lounge (Suite & Pinnacle Exclusive)

Experience the lively atmosphere of an authentic English pub onboard, with a diverse selection of beers, UK-themed cocktails, and spirited performances that transport you to the heart of London, promising a taste of British charm at sea.

English Pub

Nighttime sizzles at Boleros, a Latin hot spot with nonstop Spanish rhythms. Enjoy after-dinner drinks and dance to live bands playing salsa, cumbia, merengue, and samba for a fiery night out.



Boleros

Enjoy expertly seasoned cuts at Chops Grille, Royal Caribbean’s signature steakhouse. Indulge in juicy steaks, fresh seafood, and sumptuous desserts in a classic Chicago-style atmosphere.




Chops Grille

Satisfy your craving for fresh-made Mexican favorites at El Loco Fresh. Enjoy delicious burritos, tacos, and salsas that are simply irresistible.



El Loco Fresh

Giovanni's Italian Kitchen brings the heart of Italy to the seas every day. Savor Old World classics like veal meatballs, ossobuco, and pappardelle with radicchio cream, all while enjoying the lively ambiance and a hand-tossed pizza with bubbling mozzarella. A curated wine list ensures the perfect Italian pairing for an unforgettable dining experience.

Giovanni's Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar

Indulge in an elevated Asian-inspired dining experience at Izumi Hibachi & Sushi. From fresh sushi to teppanyaki cooked right at your table, savor a variety of delectable dishes while expert chefs create each course before your eyes.







Izumi Hibachi & Sushi

Step back in time to the 1950s at Johnny Rockets, where jukeboxes play at every table. Enjoy all-American favorites like burgers, fries, and shakes in a classic diner setting.



Johnny Rockets

Dive into a culinary journey at the Leonardo, Isaac and Galileo Dining Room. From Jamaica to Jaipur, guests can explore diverse flavors with a constantly evolving menu. Start the day with a delightful brunch and mimosas, and by evening, revel in a world-class dining experience, course by course. 

Leonardo Dining Room

Experience authentic New York-style pizza at Sorrento’s, offering traditional favorites and creative rotating options like Hawaiian and Pizza Florentine.



Sorrento's Pizza

The Windjammer offers a diverse array of global dishes, all complimentary, from freshly pressed paninis to flaky pastries and customized omelets. Enjoy a wide selection of hearty mains that satisfy any craving, ensuring a delightful dining experience at any time.

Windjammer

Grab coffee, snacks, pastries, and sandwiches 24/7 at Café Promenade. Perfect for late-night cravings and prime people-watching in the Royal Promenade.



Cafe Promenade

Ice cream by the pool is now even sweeter at Sprinkles, featuring a new sprinkles bar. Enjoy vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry ice cream with a variety of fun toppings.



Sprinkles

Enjoy movies under the stars on the pool deck with an ocean breeze and a 220 square foot screen. Watch first-run movies, live sports, and more on select ships.



Outdoor Movie Nights

Transform your evening into a thrilling whodunit adventure with Mystery Dinner Theater. Engage in a captivating theatrical experience, complete with laughter and suspense, while indulging in a sumptuous multi-course meal and fine wines in one of the specialty restaurants. This exclusive event, available on select sailings, requires early reservation due to limited availability.

Mystery Dinner Theater

Every night onboard is a chance to let loose without a cover charge. Explore diverse venues catering to various moods—try salsa dancing, heat up the dance floor at nightclubs with DJ mixmasters, enjoy live acoustic tunes at the pub, or embrace nostalgia at a Schooner Bar piano singalong or karaoke.

Night Life

Boleros beckons with its vibrant Latin lounge atmosphere, whether you prefer your rum and tequila neat or mixed into a refreshing mojito or margarita. It's the perfect spot for a pre-dinner cocktail or a post-dinner salsa dance.

Salsa Dancing

Whether you fell in love with iconic shows like La Cage Aux Folles, mesmerizing choreography by legends like Bob Fosse, or renowned composers like Andrew Lloyd Webber, there's something for everyone on 42nd Street and the Great White Way. Just look for the Marquee and get ready for some real showstoppers.

Marquee

Begin your evening with a lively Latin fiesta, featuring a crash course in basic dance moves followed by a vibrant competition to the rhythms of a live Latin band. It's a blend of learning, dancing, and spirited competition.

Latin Fiesta

Unleash your inner dancer with Latin dance classes. Whether you're a beginner or an enthusiast, learn salsa, merengue, bachata, and cha-cha from experienced instructors. It's not just a class, it's your ticket to confidently shine on any dance floor.

Latin Dance Classes

Experience the joy of live pop-up performances in the pubs, enhancing your night with a lively atmosphere. Savor your favorite imports while being entertained, perfect for a merry evening onboard.

Pub Performances

Challenge your gaming skills in Love & Marriage, Battle of the Sexes, and the adults-only Quest, where you can choose to be a star or a spectator, and have a blast collaborating with others or strategizing on your own.





Game Shows

Enjoy the enchanting theater performances aboard our ships with a full orchestra setting the stage. A delightful experience awaits, with venues, performers, and events varying by ship.

Live Orchestra

Set the tone for your evening with live music on deck. From cover bands to Latin and live jazz, our world-class musicians offer a diverse musical journey every night across the fleet.

Live Bands

Don your white attire and join the Pool Deck for a night of Dancing Under the Stars, where a live DJ sets the rhythm for an unforgettable evening of music and dance beneath the open sky.

Dancing Under The Stars

Experience an unparalleled blend of entertainment on Royal Caribbean® cruises as specially invited guest performers join the daily lineup of musicians, comedians, dancers, jugglers, and magicians, ensuring a captivating stage presence that leaves audiences in awe.

Guest Entertainers

Cruising with little ones is a breeze with Royal Caribbean’s Babies & Tots program, offering a nurturing environment filled with fun and educational activities, all under the watchful eyes of the trained youth staff.

Babies and Tots Programs

Embark on a journey of creativity and wonder with the Explorers program, designed for 6-8 year olds. Engage in exciting science experiments, arts and crafts, and star in your own performances, all while enjoying themed parties and ice cream dance parties.

Explorers (6-8)

Step into a thrilling, futuristic arena where guests team up to navigate a frozen wasteland, encountering Yetis and Snow shifters. It's more than just a game; it's an epic glow-in-the-dark adventure where you'll compete for the fate of the Crystal City.

Clash For The Crystal City

For teens aged 13 to 17, this exclusive new space offers the perfect blend of freedom and fun onboard. With a secret speakeasy entrance leading to a gaming lounge, music, movies, and chill spots, plus an outdoor patio for sun or stars, it's the ultimate teen hangout.

Teen Spaces

Unleash the imagination of young adventurers in the Aquanauts group, where science and discovery collide for children aged 3-5. Explore bubbling experiments and dinosaur secrets in a world of fun and learning.

Aquanauts (3-5)

Voyagers aged 9-12 can immerse themselves in endless fun and competition, from sports tournaments to talent shows. Engage in scavenger hunts and video game showdowns, creating unforgettable memories onboard.

Voyagers (9-12)

Keep the kids happy, and parents will be delighted! The award-winning Adventure Ocean® Youth Program offers Aquanauts for ages 3-5, Explorers for 6-8 year old with themed parties, and Voyagers for 9-11 year old—a thrilling learning adventure.

Adventure Ocean

Renew and relax at the Vitality Spa, offering advanced services with professional products from Elemis, bliss, and more. Enjoy massages, facials, acupuncture, and medi-spa treatments, plus a salon for hair and nail services. Additional fees may apply.



Spa and Fitness Center

The adults-only Solarium on Utopia of the Seas is a tranquil retreat featuring pools, whirlpools, in-water loungers, and panoramic ocean views. Relax with a dedicated bar, daybeds, and the Solarium Bistro restaurant.



Solarium

Tucked away in the heart of the ship, the jogging track offers both fitness enthusiasts and casual walkers a serene escape. It's a surprisingly pleasant spot for a morning jog or an evening stroll, blending exercise with enjoyment.

Jogging Track

Discover a sanctuary of wellness at the Vitality Spa, offering a range of treatments from massages to medi-spa solutions, using premium brands for an unparalleled relaxation and rejuvenation experience.


Vitality Spa

Start a healthy new habit or keep your fitness routine on track at Vitality Fitness Center. Enjoy popular classes like yoga, Pilates, spinning, and sculpting, led by trained instructors. Note: Some classes require a fee.



Fitness Classes

The amplified Freedom of the Seas, refurbished in 2020, provides an engaging blend of activities and relaxation. Guests can enjoy the thrill of innovative slides and the FlowRider surf simulator, or relax in the newly designed pool area and quiet spaces like the Solarium pool and Vintages wine bar. The ship offers a diverse culinary experience, from casual bites at El Loco Fresh to upscale dining in specialty restaurants like Chops steakhouse and Giovanni's Kitchen, complemented by personalized service throughout.

Royal Caribbean International

Playmaker's

Vintages

Star Lounge

Royal Suite

Owner's Suite - 1 BR

Grand Suite - 1 BR

Grand Suite - 2 BR

Panoramic Suite (No Balcony)

Freedom of the Seas

Paradise awaits you on the western side of the island, where you can spend your free time soaking up the sun and sea, and then indulging in a tasty island feast.

Ahoy matey! Board an authentic pirate ship and travel back in time as your pirate crew acts out exciting tales during an interactive pirate show

Cast your worries away as you sail to the private tropical oasis of Blue Lagoon Island and enjoy a small-group swim with dolphins, plus free time at the beach and a Bahamian lunch served beachside. Admire picturesque Caribbean scenes on a 30- to 40-minute double-decker ferry ride to Blue Lagoon Island. Engage in a 25-minute interactive swim with bottlenose dolphins, learning the behaviors of these highly intelligent and friendly marine mammals. Alongside expert trainers, you will get to know the dolphins up close and personal. With approximately two hours of free time on the island, you can unwind or get in the aquatic action as you please. Sunbathe on white sands, swim in the calm warm lagoon waters or nap in a hammock (based on availability) under shady palms. Your private island beach day package also includes lunch, complete with the choice of a grilled sandwich or barbecue chicken, peas and rice, vegetarian options, plus a salad bar and a choice of fruit punch, lemonade or iced tea. This tour offers the best of the Bahamas, private island style

During your adventure tour, you will be chauffeured by a qualified tour guide in a customized, open-air, stretched Jeep Wrangler. Enjoy your unique vehicle as you become immersed in culture, history, ecology, and the pulse of Nassau

This fascinating semi-submarine tour will submerge you into the waters of the Bahamas for an amazing view of its underwater world. You’ll have opportunities to capture photos of magnificent scenes above and below the sea. Relax on a comfortable powered catamaran, and listen as your guide provides informative and entertaining narration about the history of the Bahamas as you cruise along Nassau’s harbor. The vessel rides past the beautiful Paradise and Blue Lagoon Islands. You’ll spot magnificent private homes seated along the coastline. You may even catch a glimpse of the homes of the rich and famous. The ride stops at the underwater marine park. Here you will transfer to the SeaWorld Explorer, a semi-submarine that sits five feet beneath the ocean’s surface. Your vessel will explore the waters of Athol Island and visit three magnificent coral reefs. Look out the interior windows and watch as schools of tropical fish float into the “Sea Gardens” and greet you by floating up to the vessel’s glass panels. Get your cameras ready as the Captain entices even more marine species, like sea turtles and sharks, to reveal themselves during a feeding session. Your knowledgeable guide shares facts about the fish you observe

Embark on an exhilarating guided airboat ride through Miami’s remote “River of Grass” before being conveniently escorted to the airport for your flight. Skim across the brown waters of the Everglades, an expansive network of sawgrass marshes and tropical wetlands, where you might spot wading birds, fish and sunning American alligators during your journey. Spend a dynamic day exploring one of America’s largest national parks before you are transferred to the airport for your flight.

Embark on an exhilarating guided airboat ride through Miami’s remote “River of Grass” before being conveniently escorted to the airport for your flight. Skim across the brown waters of the Everglades, an expansive network of sawgrass marshes and tropical wetlands, where you might spot wading birds, fish and sunning American alligators during your journey. Spend a dynamic day exploring one of America’s largest national parks before you are transferred to the airport for your flight. MI43

Enjoy a narrated bus tour and see how Miami became the cosmopolitan mecca of fashion, entertainment, and beauty with its bustling streets and unique flair. Hop On or Hop off at over 8 locations throughout the city, including Miami Beach, restaurants, shopping centers, and attractions. You’ll enjoy fantastic views of all of the city’s neighborhoods on an open-air double-decker bus, including the typical Cuban flavor of Little Havana, which infuses the city with Latin culture. MIAB

Uncover the vibrant heart of Miami on a journey that takes you from the legendary shores of South Beach and the soul-stirring vibes of Little Havana to the vibrant art of Wynwood.

Non-alcoholic beverage package	$12.99 - $38
Alcoholic beverage package	$63 - $89
Gratuities	$18 - $20.50
Wi-fi internet access	$16 - $20
Specialty dining	Varies
Spa packages & shore excursions	Varies

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9 Night Southern Caribbean Cruise

9 Night Southern Caribbean Cruise

Cruise highlights

Itinerary

Shore excursions

Amenities

About the ship

Freedom of the Seas

Included in your fare

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9 Night Southern Caribbean Cruise

9 Night Southern Caribbean Cruise

Cruise highlights

Itinerary

Shore excursions

Amenities

About the ship

Freedom of the Seas

Included in your fare

Add-ons

Flights & hotels

Flights

Hotels

Departure info