Freedom of the Seas | Best 1st Time Cruise

Freedom of the Seas Cruise Ship, Aerial View

There’s a reason why this ship is a reigning champ among both fans and first-timers.

Freedom of the Seas® is all about breaking expectations and taking adventure to new levels. Not only is it a long-standing favorite among cruise enthusiasts — it also won a Cruise Critic Cruiser’s Choice Award as the best cruise ship for first timers. Sailing from vibrant San Juan, Puerto Rico, this is your ticket to all the greatest hits of the Southern Caribbean.

OVERVIEW

VACATION MODE: ON

If you’re on the lookout for adventure, your ship’s come in. Freedom of the Seas® goes way beyond the typical getaway, taking you to stunning Southern Caribbean shores while offering you the best thrills at sea. From taming waves on the FlowRider® surf simulator to snorkeling off the coasts of St. Maarten and Curacao, this is your boldest vacation yet.

GO ALL OUT FOR ADVENTURE

Lace up your ice skates and hit the rink or soak up the tropical heat on the pool deck. Hang ten on the FlowRider® surf simulator or race to new heights on the Rock Climbing Wall. No matter what’s on your itinerary for the day, you’re bound to make some epic memories.

EXPLORE ONBOARD ACTIVITIES

Guacamole and Tortilla Chips at Sabor Mexican Restaurant

TREAT YOUR TASTE BUDS

Feast on rustic Tuscan specialties at Giovanni’s Table, RSVP for a fiesta of fresh flavors at Sabor Modern Mexican or indulge your plus-one in a private epicurean experience at Chef’s Table. Whatever you’re craving, there’s a world of delicious dining options to choose from onboard.

EXPLORE ONBOARD DINING

STUNNING SIGHTS, UNFORGETTABLE NIGHTS

Fancy a classic cocktail with a splash of nostalgia? Head to R Bar. Prefer your pinots and chardonnays from far-off places? Discover your new favorite label at Vintages. And if you’re down for a little bit of magic and mystery, settle in for a spectacular story onstage in the original production Once Upon a Time.

EXPLORE BARS & NIGHTLIFE

CHOOSE YOUR MIX

OF ISLAND HITS

Whether it’s Aruba’s dramatic landscapes and Curacao’s coral reefs that top your bucket list, or St. Lucia’s emerald forests and Antigua’s pristine beaches, Freedom of the Seas® has a Southern Caribbean itinerary for you.

WANDER FARTHER SOUTH

Located just north of South America’s coast, enchanting Aruba and picture-perfect Curacao are well worth the journey across the Caribbean Sea. Itineraries that highlight these two southern gems also stop at either St. Maarten or St. Thomas.

Antigua, Guatemala with Agua Volcano in the Background

EXPLORE THE SOUTHEAST

Another option for your Southern Caribbean voyage includes iconic wonders along the southeastern edge of the Caribbean Sea, like Barbados’ colorful colonial streets, Antigua’s breathtaking beaches and the lush landscapes of St. Lucia.