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Freedom of the Seas to return to Southampton in 2028

Royal Caribbean plans a second consecutive summer season for the ship at the UK port, with cruises ranging from two to nine nights.

The cruise calls coincided with taxi scheduling measures for Arrecife’s autumn and winter cruise season.

Seven ships will support an expanded schedule featuring Piraeus homeport operations and a return to Heraklion, Crete.

The cruise line’s year-end program will feature festive entertainment, themed dining and a fleetwide welcome for 2027.