We at Purple Light Vacations are excited that Royal Caribbean International has announced that for the first time, they will have cruises departing from our home location of San Diego.

Starting in October of 2026, RCL’s Serenade of the Seas will sail from San Diego. It will offer 3, 4, and 7 night cruises to the Mexican Riviera.

Ports of call depending on the itinerary will include Cabo San Lucas, La Paz, Ensenada as well as Mazatlan and Catalina.

This year they are also offering one 13 night one way cruise on the Serenade of the Seas from San Diego to Costa Rica that includes a Panama Canal passage.

The Ship

The Serenade of the Seas began cruising in 2003 and was the third ship in RCL’s Radiance Class. The ship accommodates about 2,100 passengers. It features a mini-golf course, rock climbing as well as a pool with a retractable roof. It also offers over 15 dining venues and multiple bars and entertainment spaces.

For information on the ship, please go HERE.

Cruise prices are very affordable and for some dates, you can book a stateroom for less than $100 a person per day (based on double occupancy).

Cruises from San Diego in 2026 are already on sale.

Want more information, or want to book a cruise from San Diego on RCL? Please contact us. We always match or better cruise line prices and provide our clients with added value.

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About the Author

Jonathan Geen is the President of Purple Light Vacations. He received his travel agent certification from Career Quest and has also been awarded the designation of Elite Cruise Counselor, (the highest certification), by the Cruise Line International Association. He is a member of the Travel Leaders consortium and the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA). He graduated from ASTA's advanced travel advisor certification program and is an ASTA Verified Travel Advisor. He is proud that his company offers added value at no cost to all travelers. Travel in the Know Wherever You Go!