Eastern Caribbean from Miami with Stay, 8 May 2027 (12 nights)

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Independence of the Seas - Royal Caribbean

Low deposit

Willemstad, Curacao

Hato Caves

Itinerary Map

Aquarium

Grand Turk

Turks and Caicos National Museum

Pillory Beach

New York (Cape Liberty)

Liberty State Park

Liberty Science Center

Oranjestad, Aruba

Butterfly Farm

Museum

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Cruise + Flight + Hotel

8 May 2027 · 12 nights

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Cruise + Flight + Hotel 8 May 2027 · 14 nights

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2 Adults

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Your itinerary

Day 1-2 Pre-cruise
- Day 1
  - Flight departs
    
    8 May 2027
    Departs TBC TBC
    
    Arrives TBC TBC
    
    Flight details for this itinerary are not yet available. We will provide full information, including departure times and airlines, as soon as they are confirmed.
  - Miami Beach Hotel Stay
    
    8 May 2027
    
    Transfers to Hotel Included
    
    3 star hotel
    
    Stay in style at Gale South Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
    
    Originally constructed in 1941, the retro-chic Gale South Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton is an art deco escape in the heart of South Beach, Miami. Reclaimed limestone, period décor and historic photos mingle the past with contemporary luxury throughout our hotel. Just one block from the beach and Lincoln Road, our convenient location is steps from the city's hottest nightlife, shopping, dining and attractions. Walk to a show at The Fillmore Miami Beach or soak up the sun our private beach. Our luxurious guest rooms at Gale South Beach mix modern, resort-style amenities with historic touches so you can unwind in style. Each guest room includes a memory foam mattress, fully stocked mini-bar, 55-inch HDTV, complimentary WiFi, rainfall shower and deluxe bathrobes. For a truly elegant stay, book a suite for additional living area, better views and chic, private outdoor terrace with lounge chairs. Dine indoors or al fresco at our award-winning restaurant, Dolce Italian, featuring freshly made pasta, Neapolitan pizzas, seafood risotto and decadent Veal Milanese. Sip refreshing cocktails and wine while listening to live music at The Regent Cocktail Club or enjoy your food and drinks poolside at The Regent Rooftop with views of the city and the ocean. Our rooftop pool deck allows you to cool off and lounge in the Miami sun.
- Day 2
  - Miami Beach Hotel Stay
    
    9 May 2027
    
    3 star hotel
    
    Stay in style at Gale South Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
    
    Originally constructed in 1941, the retro-chic Gale South Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton is an art deco escape in the heart of South Beach, Miami. Reclaimed limestone, period décor and historic photos mingle the past with contemporary luxury throughout our hotel. Just one block from the beach and Lincoln Road, our convenient location is steps from the city's hottest nightlife, shopping, dining and attractions. Walk to a show at The Fillmore Miami Beach or soak up the sun our private beach. Our luxurious guest rooms at Gale South Beach mix modern, resort-style amenities with historic touches so you can unwind in style. Each guest room includes a memory foam mattress, fully stocked mini-bar, 55-inch HDTV, complimentary WiFi, rainfall shower and deluxe bathrobes. For a truly elegant stay, book a suite for additional living area, better views and chic, private outdoor terrace with lounge chairs. Dine indoors or al fresco at our award-winning restaurant, Dolce Italian, featuring freshly made pasta, Neapolitan pizzas, seafood risotto and decadent Veal Milanese. Sip refreshing cocktails and wine while listening to live music at The Regent Cocktail Club or enjoy your food and drinks poolside at The Regent Rooftop with views of the city and the ocean. Our rooftop pool deck allows you to cool off and lounge in the Miami sun.
Day 3-12 Cruise from Miami to New York (Cape Liberty)
- Day 3
  - Cruise departs from Miami
    
    10 May 2027
    
    Departs at: 4 pm
    
    Transfers to Port Included
    
    Everglades National Park
    
    Miami Beach
    
    Wynwood Walls
    
    Soak up the sun on iconic beaches, explore vibrant art deco districts, and enjoy the lively nightlife in this dynamic Floridian hotspot.
- Day 4
  - At Sea
    
    11 May 2027
- Day 6
  - Oranjestad, Aruba
    
    13 May 2027
    
    Arrives at: 8 am, Departs at: 11 pm (15 hours in port)
    
    Butterfly Farm
    
    Museum
    
    Linear Park
    
    The capital of Aruba, Oranjestad is a unique island due to the Dutch colonial architecture, stunning beaches and the dozens of attractions it has on offer. Situated in the Caribbean sea, it has a bustling marina, with an 18th century fort, lighthouse and more within it. During your time there, you can enjoy wandering its vibrant streets and discovering the local artwork, delicious restaurants and the prominent historical sites that are within easy reach.
- Day 7
  - Willemstad, Curacao
    
    14 May 2027
    
    Arrives at: 8 am, Departs at: 5 pm (9 hours in port)
    
    Hato Caves
    
    Aquarium
    
    Mambo Beach
    
    Wander through colourful Dutch colonial buildings, visit charming markets, and relax on the beautiful beaches of this vibrant Caribbean city.
- Day 8
  - At Sea
    
    15 May 2027
- Day 9
  - Grand Turk
    
    16 May 2027
    
    Arrives at: 8 am, Departs at: 5 pm (9 hours in port)
    
    Turks and Caicos National Museum
    
    Pillory Beach
    
    Grand Turk Lighthouse
    
    Relax on white-sand beaches, snorkel in crystal-clear waters, and explore the rich history of this peaceful island in the Turks and Caicos.
- Day 10
  - At Sea
    
    17 May 2027
- Day 12
  - New York (Cape Liberty)
    
    19 May 2027
    
    Arrives at: 7 am
    
    Liberty State Park
    
    Liberty Science Center
    
    Hoboken Museum
    
    The cruise terminal of Cape Liberty, is located in Bayonne, New Jersey, just across from the Statue of Liberty. One of the most frequented cruise terminals, it’s a former military ocean terminal that is surrounded by attractions, both in New Jersey and Manhattan.
DAY 12-13 Flight 19-20 May 2027
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What's included

Included

Flights

Choose to fly from a variety of airports included within the price.

Hotel

A hotel stay is include in this cruise. See the itinerary for details of the hotel. Transfers to and from the hotel are included.

Entertainment

Choose from a variety of things to entertain yourself including restaurants, bars, theatre, pools and much more.

Meals

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks from the buffet and main dining restaurants are all included. Meals from the specialty dining restaurants are additional.

Accommodation

Your cabin is included in the price of the cruise.

Port Fees & Taxes

No surprises. All port fees and taxes are included in the price.

Extras

Wi-Fi

To browse the internet on board you'll have to buy a Wi-Fi package. Royal Caribbean have a range of packages which start at approx $20 per day. If you want the best deal it is best to pre-book one of these before you sail. You don't need a package to use the Royal Caribbean app on-board.

Drinks

Included with meals are some soft drinks, teas and coffees but the majority of drinks are extra. If you want alcoholic drinks you can buy drinks individually at the bar or you can buy a drinks package (see below) on your pre-cruise planner after you've booked your cruise.

Deluxe Package
Refreshment Package
Classic Soda Package

Tips

When you take a Royal Caribbean cruise, as well as your cruise fare, you’ll be expected to pay a little extra to the crew members. A daily service charge of $18 - $20 per person, per day (depending on your cabin) is applied to each guest's SeaPass account. This can be paid before or after your cruise.

Speciality Dining

Specialty restaurants allow travellers to enhance their dining experience during the cruise. This is a great way to add variety to your holiday or celebrate a special occasion. You can pay for meals in the special dining restaurants onboard.

Car parking

Car parking at the port or airport is not included in the cost of your cruise, and this cannot currently be booked through Iglu Cruise. However, please contact us after you have made your booking if you would like to add this to your package, so we can discuss options. An approximate cost for parking during a cruise is around £12 to £20 per car per day. Alternatively, transfers can be arranged.

Excursions

If you would like to do any excursions/tours while docked these will be an additional charge. Excursions/tours can’t currently be booked with us online but please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add these to your package. Alternatively these can be bought while on the ship but may be more expensive than pre-booking.

Transfers (home to port)

Transfers from your home to the port or airport aren't included but we can help organise coach transfers, taxis etc to make your life easier. Please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add these to your package.

Travel insurance

Travel insurance is not included in your cruise package. However, Iglu Cruise has partnered with Holiday Extras to provide this service. With flexible policies and cruise-specific cover, you can rest assured that you’re completely covered when you go away. Get a Holiday Extras travel insurance quote right here.

Visa

Visas are not included with your cruise fare and are not provided by Iglu Cruise. Important visas and travel documents must be obtained by the individual guest prior to embarkation. To help, Iglu Cruise has partnered with The Travel Visa Company for professional assistance with all your travel documentation and visa needs.

Ship Facilities

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Independence of the Seas - By Royal Caribbean

Family friendly Good for couples Informal Large Ship

Year: 2008 · Refurbished: 2023 · 14 Decks · Max capacity: 3634 people

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Cruises on Independence of the Seas

Cabins on Independence of the Seas

Outside from £1,999
Ocean View Guarantee £1,999 pp
Ocean View £2,099 pp
Spacious Panoramic Ocean View £2,349 pp
Suite from £3,199
Junior Suite £3,199 pp
Grand Suite - 1 Bedroom £3,949 pp
Owner's Suite - 1 bedroom £4,679 pp
Grand Suite - 2 bedrooms £4,799 pp
Balcony from £2,279
Balcony Guarantee £2,279 pp
Ocean View Balcony £2,399 pp
Balcony-Connecting Optional £2,449 pp
Spacious Ocean View Balcony £2,549 pp
Inside from £1,929
Inside Guarantee £1,929 pp
Interior £1,979 pp
Promenade View Interior £1,999 pp
Promenade View Interior-Connecting Optional £1,999 pp

Outside from £1,999
Ocean View Guarantee £1,999 pp
Ocean View £2,099 pp
Spacious Panoramic Ocean View £2,349 pp
Suite from £3,199
Junior Suite £3,199 pp
Grand Suite - 1 Bedroom £3,949 pp
Owner's Suite - 1 bedroom £4,679 pp
Grand Suite - 2 bedrooms £4,799 pp
Balcony from £2,279
Balcony Guarantee £2,279 pp
Ocean View Balcony £2,399 pp
Balcony-Connecting Optional £2,449 pp
Spacious Ocean View Balcony £2,549 pp
Inside from £1,929
Inside Guarantee £1,929 pp
Interior £1,979 pp
Promenade View Interior £1,999 pp
Promenade View Interior-Connecting Optional £1,999 pp

Outside from £1,999
Ocean View Guarantee £1,999 pp
Ocean View £2,099 pp
Spacious Panoramic Ocean View £2,349 pp
Suite from £3,199
Junior Suite £3,199 pp
Grand Suite - 1 Bedroom £3,949 pp
Owner's Suite - 1 bedroom £4,679 pp
Grand Suite - 2 bedrooms £4,799 pp
Balcony from £2,279
Balcony Guarantee £2,279 pp
Ocean View Balcony £2,399 pp
Balcony-Connecting Optional £2,449 pp
Spacious Ocean View Balcony £2,549 pp
Inside from £1,929
Inside Guarantee £1,929 pp
Interior £1,979 pp
Promenade View Interior £1,999 pp
Promenade View Interior-Connecting Optional £1,999 pp

To book an accessible cabin, please give us a call 020 3991 1166

Iglu Cruise customer reviews for Independence of the Seas

4.5

Based on 428 reviews

Cabin

Service

Excursions

Dining

Activities

Value for money

Entertainment

Wonderful! Only issue was we had a panoramic stateroom deck 12, you could hear the guests in the next cabin. Needs more soundproofing!

couple

10+ cruises

8 Nov 2025

Loved the ship A little dated in places Biggie was jacuzzi surroundings Entertainment was really good Dining room waiters were amazing Windjammer staff amazing Cruising Susan a great head of games. Big let down was that the bar staff were very slow on many of the bars But won’t let that put me off I’ll definitely cruise on this ship again

family

10+ cruises

2 Nov 2025

Really enjoyable 5 night cruise. The food was outstanding. Windjammer buffet was amazing. Evening meals in the dining room. Our waiters were wonderful, friendly and helpful. Waiters Francisco and Rohan deserve special mention. 10 out of 10 for their service at table. Will certainly consider Royal Caribbean in the future.

family

1 cruise

27 Oct 2025

We certainly enjoyed our cruise at a very reasonable price. For a large ship there was plenty of seating and places to relax. We only used the buffet but it was fantastic - choice and quality and we have been on many cruises. Parking and reception was slick and excursions well organised with high quality guides. Staff everywhere on the ship lovely and helpful. Entertainment very good and varied. Cabin with balcony very comfortable but you are not in there long!

couple

10+ cruises

25 Oct 2025

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