Brilliance of the Seas
Brilliance of the Seas measures 90,090 gross tons and carries 2,142 guests at double occupancy across 12 decks.
What Brilliance of the Seas Is Like
Onboard, she carries Rock climbing wall, Mini-golf, Sports court and Arcade.
On the open decks, her pool deck takes in Main pool and Solarium pool (adults-only, crystal canopy), she carries no water slides and adults have Solarium.
Evenings run through Center Stage (main theatre), Viking Crown Lounge, R Bar, Vintages wine bar and Casino Royale.
Dining on Brilliance of the Seas
Your fare covers the main dining room aboard Brilliance of the Seas.
- Main dining — Main Dining Room (two levels), included
- Windjammer Marketplace — the buffet, included in your fare
- Complimentary casual — Park Café and Solarium Bistro
- Specialty dining, extra cost — Chops Grille, Giovanni’s Table, Izumi and Chef’s Table
What There Is To Do on Brilliance of the Seas
Everything below is confirmed on Brilliance of the Seas herself — not borrowed from her sister ships.
- Rock climbing wall
- Mini-golf
- Sports court
- Arcade
- Center Stage (main theatre)
- Viking Crown Lounge
- R Bar
- Vintages wine bar
- Casino Royale
Brilliance of the Seas is the kind of ship that rewards knowing what you booked. Tell us how you like to travel and we’ll tell you whether she fits.
Who Brilliance of the Seas Suits
Brilliance of the Seas runs supervised youth programmes with their own age bands, so children are in a group of roughly their own age rather than one catch-all room.
Adventure Ocean plus a dedicated teen lounge.
Adults travelling without children have Solarium to retreat to.
- Adventure Ocean – Aquanauts — ages 3-5
- Adventure Ocean – Explorers — ages 6-8
- Adventure Ocean – Voyagers — ages 9-12
- Teen lounge — ages 13-17
Brilliance of the Seas Questions, Answered
What restaurants are on Brilliance of the Seas?
Brilliance of the Seas has specialty restaurants including Chops Grille, Giovanni’s Table, Izumi and Chef’s Table, which carry an extra charge. Her main dining room and the Windjammer Marketplace buffet are included in your fare. Complimentary casual spots include Park Café and Solarium Bistro.
Does Brilliance of the Seas have a water slide?
No. Brilliance of the Seas does not have water slides. Her onboard activities centre on a rock climbing wall, mini-golf and a sports court instead.
Is Brilliance of the Seas good for kids?
Brilliance of the Seas runs supervised youth programmes: Adventure Ocean – Aquanauts (ages 3-5), Adventure Ocean – Explorers (ages 6-8), Adventure Ocean – Voyagers (ages 9-12) and Teen lounge (ages 13-17). Royal Babies & Tots Nursery, ages 6-36 months (drop-off sessions, extra cost).
What's included on Brilliance of the Seas?
Your fare on Brilliance of the Seas includes the main dining room, the Windjammer Marketplace buffet and Park Café and Solarium Bistro. Main-stage entertainment such as Center Stage and Vintages wine bar is included too. Specialty restaurants, spa treatments and some activities cost extra.
What is there to do on Brilliance of the Seas?
Brilliance of the Seas offers a rock climbing wall, mini-golf, a sports court and an arcade. Evening entertainment includes Center Stage and Vintages wine bar.
Does Brilliance of the Seas have an adults-only area?
Yes. Brilliance of the Seas has Solarium.
How many passengers does Brilliance of the Seas hold?
Brilliance of the Seas carries 2,142 guests at double occupancy.
How big is Brilliance of the Seas?
Brilliance of the Seas measures 90,090 gross tons across 12 decks.
How old is Brilliance of the Seas?
Brilliance of the Seas entered service in 2002. She was most recently refurbished in 2013.
What class of ship is Brilliance of the Seas?
Brilliance of the Seas is a Radiance-class ship in the Royal Caribbean International fleet.
How many crew are on Brilliance of the Seas?
Brilliance of the Seas sails with a crew of about 848, serving 2,142 guests.
Which ships are Brilliance of the Seas's sister ships?
Brilliance of the Seas shares her Radiance-class design with Radiance of the Seas, Serenade of the Seas and Jewel of the Seas.
Where does Brilliance of the Seas sail?
Brilliance of the Seas has recently sailed Southern Caribbean and Greek Isles. Itineraries change by season — ask us for her current schedule.
Let’s Plan Your Cruise
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Our planning costs you nothing — the cruise lines pay our commission, so your fare is the same as booking direct. A quote is yours to keep.
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