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Hawaiian Cruises on Royal Caribbean

Royal Caribbean has one-way cruises between Australia and Hawaii. It is a great cruise line for families and active people, and is relatively inexpensive.

The Ovation of the Seas is the Royal Caribbean ship that sails to and from the Hawaiian Islands. The Ovation features a North Star scenic ride, FlowRider surfing simulator, rock climbing wall, RipCord skydiving simulator, Bionic Bar, and Adventure Ocean youth facilities.

15-night Hawaii cruise on Royal Caribbean Quantum of the Seas. One-way cruise from Brisbane (Australia) to Honolulu (Hawaii). Visit Moorea, Raiatea and Tahiti. • 2024 departure: April 4.

17-night Hawaii cruise on Royal Caribbean Brilliance of the Seas. One-way cruise from Sydney (Australia) to Honolulu (Hawaii). Visit Bay of Islands (New Zealand), Tauranga (New Zealand), Raiatea, Tahiti and Moorea. • 2024 departure: April 12.

18-night Hawaii cruise on Royal Caribbean Ovation of the Seas. One-way cruise from Sydney (Australia) to Honolulu (Hawaii). Visit Bay of Islands (New Zealand), Auckland (New Zealand), Moorea, Tahiti and Raiatea. • 2024 departure: April 13.

10-night Hawaii cruise on Royal Caribbean Quantum of the Seas. One-way cruise from Honolulu (Hawaii) to Vancouver (Canada). Visit Maui (Hawaii) and Kona (Hawaii). • 2024 departure: April 19.

8-night Hawaii cruise on Royal Caribbean Brilliance of the Seas. One-way cruise from Honolulu (Hawaii) to Vancouver (Canada). Visit Maui (Hawaii) and Kona (Hawaii). • 2024 departure: April 28.

9-night Hawaii cruise on Royal Caribbean Ovation of the Seas. One-way cruise from Honolulu (Hawaii) to Vancouver (Canada). Visit Maui (Hawaii) and Kona (Hawaii). • 2024 departure: April 30.

10-night Hawaii cruise on Royal Caribbean Brilliance of the Seas. One-way cruise from Vancouver (Canada) to Honolulu (Hawaii). Visit Hilo (Hawaii), Kauai (Hawaii), Kona (Hawaii) and Maui (Hawaii). • 2024 departure: September 22.

13-night Hawaii cruise on Royal Caribbean Quantum of the Seas. One-way cruise from Vancouver (Canada) to Honolulu (Hawaii). Visit Victoria (Canada), Seattle (Washington), San Francisco (California) and Maui (Hawaii). • 2024 departure: October 1.

9-night Hawaii cruise on Royal Caribbean Ovation of the Seas. One-way cruise from Vancouver (Canada) to Honolulu (Hawaii). Visit Maui (Hawaii) and Napali coast (Hawaii)(cruising). • 2024 departure: October 4.

9-night Hawaii cruise on Royal Caribbean Ovation of the Seas. One-way cruise from Honolulu (Hawaii) to Vancouver (Canada). Visit Napali Coast (Hawaii) and Maui (Hawaii). • 2025 departure: April 29.

The 8 best Hawaii cruises in 2024 and 2025

C ruising the Hawaiian Islands offers U.S. travelers an immersive South Pacific escape with all the comforts of home. In fact, the Aloha State is in many ways an ideal cruise destination. It has year-round sunny weather, four main islands featuring varied topographies — including sandy beaches, cascading waterfalls, volcanic mountains and vibrant green valleys — and a wide array of land- and water-based activities.

The main caveat? Hawaii cruise options are somewhat limited — just a fraction of what's available in the Caribbean — and many itineraries involve multiday crossings from the West Coast. Only one cruise line offers Hawaii itineraries throughout the year; most others visit during specific months or when repositioning ships in spring and fall.

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Norwegian Cruise Line's 7-night Inter-island Hawaii

For travelers who want more aloha time than the typical eight-hour port call allows, Norwegian Cruise Line has a solution. Its 2,186-passenger Pride of America lets vacationers sample four Hawaiian islands over seven days, with overnights in Maui and Kauai, plus port calls on both Hilo and Kona on the island of Hawaii. In total, this itinerary offers nearly 100 hours of shore time.

Pride of America sails round-trip from Honolulu every Saturday year-round. As a U.S.-flagged ship, it's the only large vessel permitted to sail this way. Not only do you skip the long Pacific crossing that most cruise ships do to reach Hawaii, but passports are not required for U.S. citizens, and you can tack on pre- or post-cruise stays on Oahu.

The overnights on Maui and Kauai also mean it's possible to try several of Hawaii's signature experiences that most port calls don't allow. Passengers can catch dusk or dawn from atop Maui's massive 10,023-foot dormant volcano with sunrise and sunset excursions to the Haleakala Crater. And with the ship in port all night on Kauai, guests who want to enjoy traditional Hawaiian cuisine, music and hula performances can book the Luau Kalamaku for a fun evening out.

Pride of America, which has been cruising Hawaii since 2005, doesn't have the onboard thrills (race track, virtual-reality gaming, waterslides) of Norwegian's newer ships , but that's okay because the islands, not the ship, are your main destination. Its American-themed decor celebrates U.S. cities in a vibrant, and at times, kitschy way, but a 2021 refurbishment left its cabins and public spaces feeling refreshed.

Many of Norwegian's specialty dining venues (which incur a surcharge) are on board, including Cagney's Steakhouse, Le Bistro (here, it's Jefferson's Bistro), Moderno Churrascaria and Teppanyaki.

Who should go: Anyone seeking a convenient way to island-hop — and see a lot of Hawaii — by making the most of the generous shore time with a combination of independent exploration and shore excursions. Most sailings attract couples ages 50 and older, although summer and holiday sailings have plenty of families on board.

Related: Best time to cruise Hawaii

UnCruise Adventures' 7-night Hawaiian Seascapes

Cruisers seeking a less traditional, more carefree Hawaii experience can have it from November to April aboard UnCruise Adventures ' 36-passenger Safari Explorer. The seven-night Hawaiian Seascapes itinerary, which begins either on Molokai or the island of Hawaii, is an unconventional one designed for those who enjoy going off the beaten path in an intimate and more authentic setting. U.S. passports aren't required to sail.

UnCruise visits four islands — Maui and Lanai plus Molokai and Hawaii — and focuses on not only their striking landscapes and underwater beauty but also the cultural traditions, cuisine and music of the Hawaiian people. On Molokai, where there's not a single traffic light and the lifestyle is slow-paced, passengers get a chance to "talk story" with locals and enjoy a pa'ina (feast) and evening jam session. Lanai activities range from snorkel, paddleboard and kayak excursions to off-road adventures exploring the privately owned island's dramatic sea cliffs, red rock formations and vast fields once filled with Dole pineapples.

Most UnCruise sailings are during Maui's humpback whale season, so sightings while cruising off the coast of Maui are possible. You might also catch glimpses of dolphins and sea turtles. A "Captain's Choice" day is a wild card determined by the weather, marine life in the area and other factors, while the final two days are spent exploring the Big Island of Hawaii — including a hike up Hualalai volcano and a skiff ride along the rugged coast.

Constructed in 1998, Safari Explorer was designed with adventure itineraries in mind (in summer the U.S.-flagged ship repositions to Alaska). Its size allows it to navigate areas larger ships can't reach, which in Hawaii means bays and coves ideal for snorkeling or watersports.

With such a small number of passengers aboard, guests get to know each other — and Safari Explorer's friendly and knowledgeable crew — quite well. Passengers come together over meals featuring locally sourced ingredients, and as all UnCruise fares include unlimited wines, spirits and microbrews, shipmates can raise a glass without worrying who's buying a round. It all lends itself to an exclusive yet utterly relaxed week of cruising.

Who should go: The ship's laid-back onboard vibe paired with its land- and water-based activities make the Hawaiian Seascapes itinerary ideal for active travelers seeking a nature-focused itinerary — although cruise fares (which start around $5,900 per person) are among the priciest for a Hawaii cruise.

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Holland America's 17-night Circle Hawaii

Travelers who have more than two weeks to spare and who prefer to arrive in Hawaii via ship rather than an airplane can do so on Holland America 's 17-night Circle Hawaii itinerary. They'd better also love sea days because crossing the Pacific from San Diego or Vancouver to Honolulu and back requires 10 days.

That means passengers enjoy five or six days in Hawaii on Kauai, Oahu, Maui and the island of Hawaii. Some itineraries stay in select ports overnight. Cruises departing from San Diego also call on Ensenada, Mexico. With either departure port, passports will be required.

The itinerary is offered in 2024 and 2025 on the 2,650-passenger Koningsdam and 1,432-passenger Zaandam.

Travelers with more time on their hands can also visit Hawaii as part of longer Pacific island cruises with Holland America. Koningsdam will sail a 35-night Hawaii, Tahiti & Marquesas itinerary in 2025 that combines visits to four Hawaiian islands with calls on five islands in French Polynesia and Fanning Island, Kiribati (and 20 sea days).

Related: Holland America unveils epic cruise to Hawaii and Alaska for 2025

Zaandam will also sail 51- to 56-night Tales of the South Pacific itineraries that visit multiple islands in Hawaii and French Polynesia along with ports in the Cook Islands, American Samoa and Fiji.

Holland America is popular with cruisers ages 60 and older, many of them retired, who have time to enjoy longer itineraries on ships that offer good value with a focus on culinary and musical enjoyment. Two of Koningsdam's most popular venues are its live entertainment area with three venues — B.B. King's Blues Club (for Memphis-style rhythm and blues), Billboard Onboard (for chart-topping hits played by a live pianist) and Rolling Stone Rock Room (for a live band playing classic rock), and World Stage, a theater with a 270-degree screen used for both special BBC Earth in Concert and theatrical productions.

Onboard specialty dining options (at an added cost) include Pinnacle Grill for steaks and seafood, Tamarind for Pan-Asian cuisine and Rudi's Sel de Mer for French Brasserie specialties and seafood.

Who should go: Mature travelers who prefer not to fly and who enjoy a more traditional cruise experience. They should also love sea days as much (or even more so) than port exploration.

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Princess Cruises' 15- or 16-night Hawaiian Islands

Princess Cruises is also a good option for longer sailings. The cruise line offers numerous round-trip itineraries to Hawaii from Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in the fall and winter.

The majority of sailings are aboard the 3,080-passenger Crown Princess and Ruby Princess from San Francisco, and the 2,600-passenger Grand Princess and 3,080-passenger Emerald Princess from Los Angeles.

Ships are in port for nine to 11 hours in Hawaii (Hilo), Kauai and Maui and for 16 hours in Oahu. Itineraries include a stop in Ensenada, Mexico (so passports are required), plus nine or 10 sea days.

The ships feature many of Princess' popular dining venues, including Alfredo's Pizzeria (a sit-down venue serving personal-size pizzas), Crown Grill for steaks and Sabatini's Italian Trattoria. There's plenty of outdoor space for soaking up the sun — including an adults-only sun deck — and a dazzling Piazza for enjoying cocktails, gelato and pop-up street performers.

Fans of Princess' Movies Under the Stars poolside screenings (with free popcorn) and Discovery at SEA enrichment programming will have ample time to enjoy these perks on a Hawaii sailing.

Who should go: These sailings will appeal to couples or groups of friends who prefer to have a wide choice of sailing dates, can take the time to enjoy a leisurely Pacific crossing and appreciate Princess' focus on quality cuisine and a sun deck designed for relaxation rather than thrills.

Related: Best Hawaii cruise shore excursions

Celebrity's 9- to 12-night Hawaii Cruise

Travelers seeking modern interior decor on a ship designed with couples in mind can visit Hawaii aboard Celebrity Cruises ' 2,852-passenger Celebrity Solstice or 2,918-passenger Celebrity Edge on itineraries ranging from nine to 13 nights — but only if the timing is right. That's because the line offers only two sailings per ship each year (in spring and fall) as the ships reposition between Alaska and destinations in the Pacific. The itineraries are one-way (Vancouver to Honolulu or vice versa) with passports required.

These cruises call on three ports on two islands: Honolulu (Oahu) and Hilo and Kona (Hawaii), with one or two overnights in port and 10 hours ashore on one-day visits. All include five days in a row at sea. Since the itineraries either begin or end in Honolulu, there's also a chance for some pre- or post-cruise exploration.

Sea days offer opportunities to enjoy the chic, grown-up ambience and amenities aboard these ships. Each vessel offers multiple complimentary and extra-fee specialty restaurants. Celebrity Solstice features Tuscan Grille for Italian specialties and steak and Murano for modern French cuisine, while Celebrity Edge offers the whimsical Le Petit Chef and the international Eden Restaurant.

Celebrity's signature Martini Bar and many other onboard watering holes keep the grown-up vibe going day and night. Choose cruise fares that include alcohol and Wi-Fi, or pay a lower rate and pay for your drinks as you go.

Who should go: The slightly shorter one-way sailings and the ships' contemporary ambience make these itineraries ideal for couples and groups of friends seeking a relaxing escape — especially Gen Xers in their 40s and 50s, who are Celebrity's target market.

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Carnival's 14- or 15-night Hawaii from Los Angeles

If fun is your cruise mantra, the "Fun Ship" brand Carnival Cruise Line offers a handful of round-trip sailings to Hawaii from Los Angeles (Long Beach) aboard the 2,984-passenger Carnival Radiance. Like other roundtrips from the West Coast, these itineraries spend just five days in Hawaii, offering eight to 14 hours of shore time in ports on four islands: Maui, Kauai, Oahu and Hawaii. Along with enjoying eight sea days, guests will also call on Ensenada, Mexico, so passports are required.

Carnival Radiance first sailed under that name in 2021, but it's not a new ship. Before an epic makeover, it sailed for the cruise line as Carnival Victory. Ship features include many of Carnival's signature complimentary and extra-fee dining venues, including Guy's Burger Joint and Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse, BlueIguana Cantina, Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse and Bonsai Sushi Express.

Additional guest favorite destinations on board include the RedFrog Pub, Alchemy Bar and WaterWorks aquapark. Expect high-voltage theater shows from Playlist Productions at night and poolside interactive contests by day.

Who should go: Socially inclined cruisers who love Carnival's emphasis on onboard fun and can appreciate a colorful ship with a lively ambience and lots of day and evening activities.

Related: Best Hawaii cruise tips for getting the most from your island-hopping trip

Royal Caribbean's 9- to 13-night Hawaii Cruises

A megaship cruise experience to Hawaii is available, too — with pricing that's quite affordable. Royal Caribbean cruises there on two vessels in one of its newer classes of ships: the 4,180-passenger Quantum of the Seas and Ovation of the Seas.

All are one-way cruises just before or after the Alaska cruise season (so late April or early October) between Oahu and Vancouver (or vice versa). The ships call on two Hawaiian islands and spend four or five days in a row at sea. Passports are required since these itineraries begin or end in Vancouver.

Ovation of the Seas and Quantum of the Seas feature a mix of thrills for all ages. These include RipCord by iFly simulated sky diving, FlowRider simulated surfing, bumper car racing in the SeaPlex indoor activity complex and the North Star sightseeing capsule, which ascends 300 feet above the top deck for 360-degree views.

Both ships also offer 14 dining venues, including the innovative Wonderland, Jamie's Italian by Jamie Oliver and kid-favorite Dog House, as well as bar options that include Schooner Bar for by-request piano tunes, Boleros for mojitos and merengue and Bionic Bar for drinks poured by robotic bartenders. Entertainment includes live cover bands in the Music Hall and multimedia music and dance performances in Two70.

Who should go: Cruisers who love a big ship with a wide array of dining choices, all kinds of evening entertainment and plenty of exciting activities to pass the time on sea days. Quantum-class ships are great for families, but the sail dates might not work for those with school-age kids.

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Viking's 16-night Hawaiian Islands Sojourn

For a guaranteed adults-only sailing in a relaxed, boutique-style setting, upscale cruise line Viking also offers round-trip Hawaii cruises from Los Angeles in late 2024 and early 2025 on its 930-passenger Viking Neptune.

What sets Viking apart from most of the other lines offering Hawaii cruises is that it includes a free shore excursion in every port. These include a highlights tour of Honolulu and Pearl Harbor on Oahu and a visit to a scenic waterfall and the Kilohana sugar plantation on Kauai. Additional excursions can be booked at an extra charge.

The 16-night Hawaiian Islands Sojourn sailings visit four islands — Hawaii (Hilo), Oahu, Kauai and Maui — and like other round-trip sailings from the West Coast include 10 sea days and a call on Ensenada, Mexico, so passports are required.

Viking Neptune will also do 32-night Grand Hawaii and Polynesia sailings round-trip from Los Angeles in late 2024 and early 2025 that visit four islands in Hawaii and four in French Polynesia.

The ship, which debuted in 2022, features sleek Scandinavian-inspired decor, a soothing spa with a complimentary thermal area, an aft infinity pool and hot tub, a panoramic Explorer's Lounge and five onboard restaurants. Specialty restaurant Manfredi's serves an extensive menu of Italian specialties, while The Chef's Table offers rotating five-course themed menus, including Asian, French and California-inspired.

In addition to the free shore excursions, pricing includes complimentary wine or beer with lunch and dinner, specialty dining at no extra charge, crew gratuities and transfers.

Who should go: Couples who prefer the quieter ambience of a ship that doesn't allow anyone under 18 onboard, doesn't have a casino and offers presentations by regional experts that enhance immersion into local culture. Viking cruisers are generally over age 55.

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• April 5, 2024

Royal Caribbean International’s fleet is getting ready to the summer season, with several vessels starting repositioning voyages this month.

Cruise Industry News tracked down the location and the itineraries of all the company’s vessels as of April 5, 2024:

Utopia of the Seas Year Built: 2024 Capacity: 5,714 guests Location: St. Nazaire, France

In final stages of construction , the Utopia of the Seas is scheduled to enter in July. The seventh ship in Royal Caribbean’s Oasis Class series, the 5,714-guest vessel will offer short cruises to the Bahamas departing from Port Canaveral.

Icon of the Seas Year Built: 2023 Capacity: 5,610 guests Location: Western Caribbean

Currently the largest cruise ship in the world, the Icon of the Seas is offering week-long cruises to the Caribbean. Sailing from PortMiami on a year-round basis, the 250,000-ton vessel visits popular ports in the region, such as Cozumel, Perfect Day at CocoCay and St. Thomas.

Wonder of the Seas Year Built: 2022 Capacity: 5,448 guests Location: Eastern Caribbean

The Wonder of the Seas continues to depart from Port Canaveral on a year-round basis. Sailing to the Caribbean and the Bahamas, the 2022-built vessel offers seven-night cruises that also visit the Bahamas and features ports of call in Mexico, Honduras, St. Thomas and more.

Odyssey of the Seas Year Built: 2021 Capacity: 4,100 guests Location: Eastern Caribbean

Currently sailing from Port Everglades, the Odyssey of the Seas is concluding its winter program in the Caribbean. In late April, the Quantum-Class ship is set to offer a 14-night transatlantic crossing ahead of a summer season in the Mediterranean.

Spectrum of the Seas Year Built: 2019 Capacity: 4,100 guests Location: Singapore

The Spectrum of the Seas is currently undergoing a drydock in Singapore . After completing routine work and maintenance, the 2019-built is scheduled to sail to China, marking Royal Caribbean International’s return to that market.

Symphony of the Seas Year Built: 2018 Capacity: 5,400 guests Location: Western Caribbean

Operating out of Port Everglades, the Symphony of the Seas is offering six- to eight-night itineraries to the Caribbean. This week, the Oasis-Class ship is offering a six-night cruise to the Western Caribbean and the Bahamas that includes stops in Nassau, CocoCay and Jamaica.

Ovation of the Seas Year Built: 2016 Capacity: 4,100 guests Location: South Pacific

One of three Royal Caribbean ships in the region, the Ovation of the Seas is offering cruises to Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific departing from Sydney. In mid-April, the 2016-built vessel is scheduled to offer a repositioning cruise to Hawaii ahead of a summer program in Alaska.

Harmony of the Seas Year Built: 2016 Capacity: 5,400 guests Location: Western Caribbean

Sailing from the Port of Galveston on a year-round basis, the Harmony of the Seas offer seven-night cruises to the Western Caribbean. In addition to three full days at sea, the ship’s regular itinerary features calls in Cozumel, Costa Maya and Roatán.

Anthem of the Seas Year Built: 2015 Capacity: 4,100 guests Location: U.S. East Coast

The Anthem of the Seas is currently wrapping up a winter program in the U.S. East Coast. Before setting sail on a repositioning cruise to Europe in late April, the vessel offers a series of a seven-night cruises departing from the New York City that features visits to the Bahamas and Florida.

Quantum of the Seas Year Built: 2014 Capacity: 4,100 guests Location: South Pacific

After departing from Brisbane earlier this week, the Quantum of the Seas is offering a repositioning cruise to Hawaii. In Australia for the winter, the 4,100-guest ship is scheduled to spend the upcoming summer cruising in Alaska and Canada.

Allure of the Seas Year Built: 2010 Capacity: 5,400 guests Location: The Bahamas

The Allure of the Seas is presently offering short cruises to the Bahamas. Sailing from Port Canaveral, the vessel offers three- and four-night itineraries to Nassau, in addition to Royal Caribbean’s private island destination in the region, Perfect Day at CocoCay.

Oasis of the Seas Year Built: 2009 Capacity: 5,400 guests Location: Western Caribbean

The Oasis of the Seas continues to offer week-long cruises to the Caribbean departing from PortMiami through the end of the month. On April 21, the vessel embarks on a trans-Atlantic crossing to Europe ahead of a summer program in the Western Mediterranean.

Independence of the Seas Year Built: 2008 Capacity: 3,600 guests Location: Western Caribbean

The Independence of the Seas is offering four- and five-night cruises to the Caribbean. Departing from PortMiami, the ship’s itineraries feature destinations in Jamaica, the Dominican Republic and the Caymans, as well as the Bahamas.

  Liberty of the Seas Year Built: 2007 Capacity: 3,600 guests Location: Eastern Caribbean

The Liberty of the Seas is currently offering short cruises to the Bahamas and the Caribbean departing from Fort Lauderdale. In May, the 2007-built ship is scheduled to reposition to the New York region for a series of cruises to Bermuda, the Bahamas and Canada.

Freedom of the Seas Year Built: 2006 Capacity: 3,600 guests Location: Miami, Florida

The Freedom of the Seas offers short cruises to the Bahamas departing from Miami. The ship’s regular schedule features three- and four-night voyages to Nassau and Royal Caribbean’s private island destination Perfect Day at CocoCay.

Jewel of the Seas Year Built: 2004 Capacity: 2,100 guests Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida

The Jewel of the Seas is in Port Everglades today to kick off a trans-Atlantic crossing to Southampton, England. Starting in late April, the Radiance-Class ship offers a series of cruises to Northern Europe, the British Isles, Iceland and Scandinavia departing from Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Mariner of the Seas Year Built: 2003 Capacity: 3,100 guests Location: The Bahamas

Before repositioning to Galveston in early May, the Mariner of the Seas continues to offer different itineraries departing from its homeport in Port Canaveral. The ship’s program features four- and five-night cruises to the Bahamas and the Caribbean visiting Cozumel, CocoCay, Nassau and more.

Serenade of the Seas Year Built: 2003 Capacity: 2,100 guests Location: Far East

The Serenade of the Seas continues to offer Royal Caribbean International’s first ever world cruise. Now on its second segment , the 274-night voyage is visiting destinations in Asia and the South Pacific, including China, Japan, South Korea and Vietnam.

Navigator of the Seas Year Built: 2002 Capacity: 3,100 guests Location: West Coast

Sailing from Los Angeles on a year-round basis, the Navigator of the Seas offers three- to seven-night cruises to the Mexican Riviera, California and Baja Mexico. In April, the ship’s itineraries feature visits to Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlán, Puerto Vallarta, Catalina Island and Ensenada.

Brilliance of the Seas Year Built: 2002 Capacity: 2,100 guests Location: South Pacific

After experiencing a technical issue in late March , the Brilliance of the Seas resumed service in Australia this month. Completing a winter season in the region, the 2002-built vessel is scheduled to embark on a repositioning cruise to North America on April 12.

Adventure of the Seas Year Built: 2001 Capacity: 3,100 guests Location: Eastern Caribbean

The Adventure of the Seas is offering six- and eight-night cruises to the Caribbean and the Bahamas departing from Port Canaveral. This week, the 2001-built vessel is sailing to St. Thomas, St. Croix and Puerto Plata as part of an eight-night cruise to the Eastern Caribbean.

Radiance of the Seas Year Built: 2001 Capacity: 2,100 guests Location: Western Caribbean

After undergoing a routine drydock in March , the Radiance of the Seas resumed its winter schedule in Tampa. On April 8, the ship is set to kick off a 14-night repositioning cruise to the West Coast ahead of a summer season in Alaska and Canada.

Explorer of the Seas Year Built: 2000 Capacity: 3,100 guests Location: Eastern Caribbean

Set to reposition to Europe for the summer, the Explorer of the Seas continues to offer cruises departing from Miami through late April. The ship’s schedule includes a series of five- and nine-night itineraries to Western and Eastern Caribbean featuring visits to St. Thomas, Grenada, Jamaica and more.

Voyager of the Seas Year Built: 1999 Capacity: 3,100 guests Location: Western Caribbean

The Voyager of the Seas offers four- and five-night itineraries to the Western Caribbean departing from the Port of Galveston. The short getaway cruises feature visits to two destinations in Mexico: Cozumel and Costa Maya.

Vision of the Seas Year Built: 1998 Capacity: 2,000 guests Location: U.S. East Coast

With the port of Baltimore closed , the Vision of the Seas is set to reposition to Norfolk for its upcoming departures. Previously sailing from Maryland on a year-round basis, the 1998-built vessel offers a series of cruises to Bermuda and the Bahamas.

Rhapsody of the Seas Year Built: 1997 Capacity: 2,100 guests Location: Southern Caribbean

The Rhapsody of the Seas is presently wrapping up a winter program in Latin America before repositioning to San Juan. Starting in late April, the Vision-Class ship is set to offer a series of cruises to the Southern Caribbean departing from Puerto Rico.

Enchantment of the Seas Year Built: 1997 Capacity: 2,250 guests Location: Western Caribbean

Continuing its year-round schedule of cruises out of Tampa, the Enchantment of the Seas is presently offering seven-night itineraries to the Western Caribbean. Sailing every Saturday, the cruises feature visits to Cozumel, Costa Maya, Belize City and Roatán.

Grandeur of the Seas Year Built: 1996 Capacity: 1,950 guests Location: Freeport, Bahamas

The Grandeur of the Seas is currently undergoing a drydock in Freeport, the Bahamas. The 1996-built vessel is scheduled to resume service in late April, kicking off a schedule of summer cruises departing from Tampa Bay.

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An American cruise passenger, who was recently diagnosed with dementia, vanished while he was on vacation with his family in Mexico

Edmond Bradley Solomon III, a 66-year-old South Carolina resident, had taken the trip down to the Caribbean on Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas and had planned to spend the day at port in Cozumel, Mexico, according to WCBD-TV .

The former VA critical care nurse had disappeared minutes after getting off the ship at the Caribbean port last week.

Solomon, who goes by Brad, was recently diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, a group of diseases caused by progressive nerve cell loss that affects a person’s behavior and not memory.

“He sometimes says odd things and behaves erratically — or oddly — because he’s just doing what he knows how to do,” Solomon’s daughter Savanah Miller told the outlet. “He can’t process the same way you or I can.”

Solomon and his wife Mimi disembarked from the ship around 1:30 p.m. on April 3 and stopped for a restroom break before leaving the terminal when the nightmare unfolded.

“When my stepmom, Mimi, came out, he wasn’t there,” Miller said. “She thought he might still be in the bathroom so she waited for him for a few minutes. He didn’t come out.”

A family member with the couple had gone into the bathroom to check on Solomon but discovered he wasn’t there.

Solomon was reported missing just after 8 p.m. Wednesday and a search and rescue operation was launched at 9 p.m., according to local agency Cozumel Civil Protection.

During the search, local police received a call from a taxi driver who claimed to have picked up a tourist matching Solomon’s description at around 2:30 p.m. and was asked to drop the American off at a road with beach access, according to Mexico News Daily, citing authorities.

The taxi driver allegedly said Solomon had paid for the ride using his watch because he claimed he didn’t have any money.

Photos captured search and rescue efforts unfolding in wooded areas during the day and night.

“The search focused on the vicinity of Isla de la Pasión and all the beaches and businesses in the northern hotel zone were visited, without success,” a statement from the Civil Protection read.

Local police said Solomon had a necklace with a GPS, which only works when within 33 feet of his wife’s phone, and was last seen wearing a white t-shirt, grey shorts, dark sunglasses and a blue hat.

Solomon was reportedly spotted later Wednesday evening along the road of Isla de la Pasión in Cozumel.

“The Public Security Directorate reported that Mr. Solomon was possibly wandering around the urban area.”

The distressed daughter didn’t learn about her father’s disappearance until the next morning.

“I got the call about 5:30 in the morning and I just froze,” Miller said. “I didn’t even know how to process this information.”

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Miller and other family members had planned to travel down to Mexico to be with Mimi and help with the search for her father.

“I’m really looking forward to having Mimi by my side and being able to give my dad a hug again,” Miller told WCBD.

Miller and her cousins spent Saturday searching the city with her family and were told of several possible sightings of her father throughout the day.

She was told her father could be staying hydrated and using the bathroom at local churches.

“He is lost and scared. He cannot show or process emotions like a healthy person would,” Miller said in a post on Facebook.

A GoFundMe was set up with an original goal of $5,000 to help support the family. It has surpassed the mark and was at over $16,000 Sunday morning.

Solomon and his wife were nurses in the Charleston area, where he worked as a critical care nurse at  Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center where Mimi has continued working.

“He liked to be with the people that he loved…he was always making sure that we were safe and we were cared for no matter who it was,” Miller told the outlet. “He’s always been a fixer and someone who’s just drawn to helping other people.”

The couple had boarded the Icon of the Seas, the World’s largest cruise ship on March 30 in Miami, Florida and made stops in Costa Maya, Mexico and Roatan, Honduras before docking in Cozumel around 8 a.m.

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