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Liberty of the Seas
Liberty of the Seas is a Royal Caribbean International cruise ship of the Freedom class, in service since 2007. She measures 155,889 gross tons and carries 3,798 guests with a crew of 1,300. She sails Caribbean itineraries.
About Liberty of the Seas
Liberty of the Seas, the second Freedom-class ship, entered service in May 2007 and shared the title of world's largest passenger ship with her older sister until 2009. Renovations in 2011 and 2016 added cabins, new restaurants and a water slide complex, and another overhaul in late April 2026 brought The Lime & Coconut bar, an escape room, Izumi Teppanyaki, Starbucks and more cabins. She keeps the class's FlowRider and ice rink. From 31 October 2026 she is based in Galveston, Texas, sailing Western Caribbean cruises year-round.
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Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews.
Deck plans
Where she sails
Home port: Galveston, Texas.
Flying in for your cruise?
Liberty of the Seas sails from Galveston, Texas. The airport is George Bush Intercontinental (IAH), with 12 lounges to wait in before you board.
- United Club (E)IAH Terminal E4.7 ★
- The Centurion LoungeIAH Terminal D4.6 ★
- United Polaris LoungeIAH Terminal E4.6 ★
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Liberty of the Seas?
Liberty of the Seas is operated by Royal Caribbean International and belongs to its Freedom class.
How big is Liberty of the Seas?
Liberty of the Seas measures 155,889 gross tons and 339 metres in length, with 18 decks.
How crowded does Liberty of the Seas feel?
Liberty of the Seas has a passenger space ratio of 41.0: 155,889 gross tons for 3,798 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Liberty of the Seas feels comfortable for her size.
How many passengers does Liberty of the Seas carry?
Liberty of the Seas carries 3,798 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 1,300 (about 2.9 guests per crew member).
When did Liberty of the Seas enter service?
Liberty of the Seas entered service in 2007 and was last refurbished in 2026.
Where does Liberty of the Seas sail?
Liberty of the Seas sails Caribbean itineraries. Her home port is Galveston, Texas.
Which airport should I fly into for Liberty of the Seas?
Liberty of the Seas sails from Galveston, Texas. Fly into George Bush Intercontinental (IAH), which has 12 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for Liberty of the Seas?
Royal Caribbean International publishes the deck plans for Liberty of the Seas; this page links to Deck plans.
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