Interested to see who’ll be your cruise director on your upcoming Royal Caribbean cruise?
Or maybe you have a favourite cruise director, and are planning your cruise to make sure you’re onboard at the same time as them.
Here’s a look at every Royal Caribbean ship, and their cruise director.
Adventure of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| SUSAN ADAMS | Unknown | TBA |
Susan Adams is the current cruise director on Adventure of the Seas, having signed on in early July 2025. She will be leading the entertainment and activities onboard for the foreseeable.
Adventure of the Seas is a Voyager-class ship, with a gross tonnage of 137,276 and accommodating up to 3,807 guests at full capacity.
Allure of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| MERCEDES LAFUENTE | Mid-April 2025 | TBA |
Mercedes Lafuente is currently serving as cruise director on Allure of the Seas, having joined the ship in mid-April 2025. Her end date has yet to be announced, so guests can expect to enjoy her lively entertainment leadership for the foreseeable future.
Allure of the Seas is an Oasis-class ship with a gross tonnage of 225,282 and a maximum guest capacity of 6,780.
Anthem of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| RICKY MATTHEWS | 07/04/2025 | 09/05/2025 |
Ricky Matthews is set to be the next cruise director on Anthem of the Seas, joining the ship in early July 2025. He will be entertaining guests and leading the onboard activities until early September 2025.
Anthem of the Seas is a Quantum-class ship with a gross tonnage of 168,666 and a maximum passenger capacity of 4,905.
Brilliance of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| KEN JONES | 05/10/2025 | TBA |
Ken Jones is currently the cruise director on Brilliance of the Seas, delighting guests with his energy and entertainment leadership. It’s still not confirmed when he’ll be finishing this current run.
Brilliance of the Seas is a Radiance-class ship with a gross tonnage of 90,090 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,543.
Enchantment of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| SHEENAGH WALKER | 12/20/2024 | 06/21/2025 |
| CAROLINE PETERS | 06/21/2025 | TBA |
Sheenagh Walker is currently the cruise director on Enchantment of the Seas, having taken over the role in December 2024. She will continue leading the entertainment programme onboard until the latter half of June 2025.
Caroline Peters will then take on the role, though at the minute we don’t know how long for.
Enchantment of the Seas is a Vision-class ship with a gross tonnage of 82,910 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,730.
Explorer of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| AYSYLU SADRISLAMOVA | Unknown | TBA |
The current cruise director of Explorer of the Seas is Aysylu Sadrislamova. Her sign-off date has not yet been confirmed, so guests can look forward to her entertainment leadership for the time being.
Explorer of the Seas is a Voyager-class ship with a gross tonnage of 137,308 and a maximum passenger capacity of 3,840.
Freedom of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| ERIC LOPEZ | Unknown | TBA |
Eric Lopez is currently listed as the cruise director on Freedom of the Seas. Specific details about his sign-on and sign-off dates have not been confirmed, but he is expected to continue leading the entertainment onboard for now.
Freedom of the Seas is a Freedom-class ship with a gross tonnage of 156,271 and a maximum passenger capacity of 4,515.
Grandeur of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| MARVIN WILSON | Unknown | TBA |
Marvin Wilson is currently serving as the cruise director on Grandeur of the Seas. The details of his sign-on and sign-off dates are yet to be confirmed, but he continues to oversee the entertainment and activities onboard for the time being.
Grandeur of the Seas is a Vision-class ship with a gross tonnage of 73,817 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,440.
Harmony of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| MARIO ISLA | 03/30/2025 | 05/18/2025 |
| KATIE KNOWLES | 05/18/2025 | TBA |
Mario Isla joined Harmony of the Seas as cruise director at the end of March 2025. He is set to depart during May, with the fantastic Katie Knowles then taking over.
Harmony of the Seas is an Oasis-class ship with a gross tonnage of 226,963 and a maximum passenger capacity of 6,687.
Icon of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| GEMMA HUGO | 03/01/2025 | TBA |
Gemma Hugo joined Icon of the Seas as cruise director on 1st March 2025. Her sign-off date is yet to be announced, so she will be leading the entertainment and activities onboard for the time being.
Icon of the Seas is an Icon-class ship with a gross tonnage of 250,800 and a maximum passenger capacity of 7,600.
Independence of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| NATALIE ROSIE | Unknown | 05/31/2025 |
| CLO O’CONNOR | 05/31/2025 | TBA |
Natalie Rosie is currently listed as the cruise director on Independence of the Seas. While her exact sign-on date is unknown, she is expected to continue leading the entertainment team onboard for the foreseeable future.
Independence of the Seas is a Freedom-class ship with a gross tonnage of 155,889 and a maximum passenger capacity of 4,560.
Jewel of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| THIAGO MOTTA | 01/23/2025 | June 2025 |
| JAMIE FENTIMAN | June 2025 | TBA |
Thiago Motta is currently the cruise director on Jewel of the Seas, having joined the ship in January 2025. He is set to remain onboard until June 2025, when Jamie Fentiman will take over the role. Jamie’s sign-off date has not yet been confirmed.
Jewel of the Seas is a Radiance-class ship with a gross tonnage of 90,090 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,501.
Liberty of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| CORY ROGERS | Unknown | 07/05/2025 |
| TORNADO TANYA | 07/07/2025 | August 2025 |
Tornado Tanya is currently the cruise director on Liberty of the Seas, having joined in January 2025. She will remain onboard until early July 2025. Cory Rogers will then join the ship in July through to August.
Liberty of the Seas is a Freedom-class ship with a gross tonnage of 154,407 and a maximum passenger capacity of 4,960.
Mariner of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| RENATO ARANA | March 2025 | 07/03/2025 |
| BOBBY BROUGHTON | 07/03/2025 | 11/15/2025 |
Renato Arana is the current cruise director on Mariner of the Seas, remaining in the position until July. Bobby Broughton will then take on the role through to November.
Mariner of the Seas is a Voyager-class ship with a gross tonnage of 139,863 and a maximum passenger capacity of 3,114.
Navigator of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| DANIEL GILHAM | 04/25/2025 | TBA |
Daniel Gilham is currently the cruise director on Navigator of the Seas, having taken over the role in April 2025. His sign-off date has not yet been confirmed, so guests can expect him to continue leading the entertainment onboard for now.
Navigator of the Seas is a Voyager-class ship with a gross tonnage of 139,999 and a maximum passenger capacity of 4,000.
Oasis of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| ELVIS PINTO | 03/08/2025 | TBA |
Elvis Pinto joined Oasis of the Seas as cruise director on 8th March 2025. His sign-off date has not yet been announced, so he is expected to oversee the ship’s entertainment programme for the foreseeable future.
Oasis of the Seas is an Oasis-class ship with a gross tonnage of 226,838 and a maximum passenger capacity of 6,780.
Odyssey of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| MICHELE SCARPATO | 05/18/2025 | TBA |
Michele Scarpato boarded Odyssey of the Seas as cruise director in May 2025. His sign-off date has yet to be confirmed, so he is expected to lead the entertainment onboard for the foreseeable future.
Odyssey of the Seas is a Quantum Ultra-class ship with a gross tonnage of 167,704 and a maximum passenger capacity of 5,510.
Ovation of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| RICKY MATTHEWS | 03/15/2025 | 05/15/2025 |
| BRIAN LEAVITT | 05/15/2025 | TBA |
Ricky Matthews is currently the cruise director on Ovation of the Seas, having joined the ship in March 2025. He will remain onboard until mid-May 2025, when Brian Leavitt will take over the role. Brian’s sign-off date has not yet been confirmed.
Ovation of the Seas is a Quantum-class ship with a gross tonnage of 168,666 and a maximum passenger capacity of 4,905.
Quantum of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| MIKE HUNNERUP | May 2025 | TBA |
Mike Hunnerup is currently the cruise director on Quantum of the Seas, having joined the ship in May 2025. His sign-off date has yet to be announced, so guests can look forward to his leadership onboard for now.
Quantum of the Seas is a Quantum-class ship with a gross tonnage of 168,666 and a maximum passenger capacity of 4,905.
Radiance of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| BILL BRUNKHORST | 02/15/2025 | TBA |
Bill Brunkhorst is currently the cruise director on Radiance of the Seas, having joined the ship in February 2025. His sign-off date has not yet been confirmed, so he is expected to continue leading the entertainment onboard for the foreseeable future.
Radiance of the Seas is a Radiance-class ship with a gross tonnage of 90,090 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,466.
Rhapsody of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| MICKEY MARTIN | Unknown | TBA |
Mickey Martin is currently the cruise director on Rhapsody of the Seas. While the exact date of his sign-on is unknown, he is expected to continue leading the entertainment programme onboard for the foreseeable future.
Rhapsody of the Seas is a Vision-class ship with a gross tonnage of 78,878 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,416.
Serenade of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| TALITA LEONI | Unknown | TBA |
Talita Leoni is currently the cruise director on Serenade of the Seas. Although the exact date of her sign-on is unknown, she is set to continue leading the ship’s entertainment and activities for the foreseeable future.
Serenade of the Seas is a Radiance-class ship with a gross tonnage of 90,090 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,476.
Spectrum of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| BONNIE BAI | 02/12/2024 | TBA |
Bonnie Bai is currently the cruise director on Spectrum of the Seas, having joined the ship in February 2024. Her sign-off date has not yet been confirmed, so she is expected to continue leading the entertainment programme onboard for now.
Spectrum of the Seas is a Quantum Ultra-class ship with a gross tonnage of 169,379 and a maximum passenger capacity of 4,905.
Star of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| MIKE SZWAJKOWSKI | May 2025 | TBA |
Mike Szwajkowski is set to join Star of the Seas as the ship’s first cruise director in May 2025. His sign-off date has yet to be announced, and he will be leading the entertainment team as the ship makes its highly anticipated debut.
Star of the Seas, Royal Caribbean’s newest Icon-class ship, is set to launch in August 2025. She will offer approximately 250,800 gross tonnes and accommodate around 7,600 passengers, promising revolutionary experiences at sea.
Symphony of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| JOHN GRANTHAM | 01/26/2025 | 5/30/2025 |
| STEVE KNISLEY | 5/30/2025 | TBA |
John Grantham is currently the cruise director on Symphony of the Seas, having joined the ship in January 2025. He will remain onboard until mid-May 2025, when Steve Knisley will take over the role. Steve’s sign-off date has not yet been announced.
Symphony of the Seas is an Oasis-class ship with a gross tonnage of 228,081 and a maximum passenger capacity of 6,680, known for its vibrant onboard atmosphere and innovative amenities.
Utopia of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| MARC WALKER | 03/17/2025 | 07/07/2025 |
| DAN WHITNEY | 06/30/2025 | 10/03/2025 |
| MARC WALKER | 10/03/2025 | 01/30/2026 |
Marc Walker is currently the cruise director on Utopia of the Seas, having joined the ship in March 2025. He will remain onboard until early July 2025, when Dan Whitney will step in to take over until early October 2025. After that, Marc Walker is scheduled to return as cruise director from October 2025 through to the end of January 2026.
Utopia of the Seas is an Oasis-class ship with a gross tonnage of approximately 236,860 and a maximum passenger capacity of around 6,700.
Vision of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| DOMINIC RICHARD | 03/29/2025 | TBA |
Dominic Richard is currently the cruise director on Vision of the Seas, having joined the ship at the end of March 2025. His sign-off date has not yet been confirmed, so guests can look forward to his leadership onboard for the foreseeable future.
Vision of the Seas is a Vision-class ship with a gross tonnage of 78,717 and a maximum passenger capacity of 2,514.
Voyager of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| ERIC RODAS | 04/28/2025 | TBA |
Eric Rodas is currently the cruise director on Voyager of the Seas, having joined the ship in April 2025. His sign-off date has not yet been confirmed, so he is expected to continue leading the onboard entertainment for now.
Voyager of the Seas is a Voyager-class ship with a gross tonnage of 138,194 and a maximum passenger capacity of 4,269.
Wonder of the Seas Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| KATY MCCULLAGH | Unknown | 09/19/2025 |
| RICKY MATTHEWS | 09/12/2025 | 11/28/2025 |
Katy McCullagh is currently the cruise director on Wonder of the Seas. She will continue in the role until mid-September 2025, when Ricky Matthews will take over. Ricky is scheduled to remain onboard until late November 2025.
Wonder of the Seas is an Oasis-class ship, currently the largest cruise ship in the world, boasting a gross tonnage of 236,857 and accommodating up to 6,988 passengers.
What a Cruise Director Does
On a Royal Caribbean cruise, the cruise director plays a key role in shaping the onboard experience. Working closely with the hotel director, entertainment teams, and performers, they ensure that every guest enjoys a vibrant, memorable holiday at sea.
Royal Caribbean cruise directors are responsible for hosting a wide range of activities, from trivia and game shows to poolside parties and nightly events. They also keep guests updated with daily announcements and entertainment schedules, helping everyone make the most of their time onboard.
The cruise line employs a large number of cruise directors as they need to rotate between ships, cover leave periods, and ensure fresh energy across the fleet.
Contracts can vary significantly; some cruise directors might only step in for a few weeks to cover a gap, while others may remain with a ship for several months at a time.
Sometimes, cruise directors’ contracts will overlap. This allows a new director to join the ship while their predecessor is still onboard, providing time for a smooth handover and helping them settle in with the team.
Cruise Director Schedule Changes
Cruise director schedules can often change at short notice.
Whether due to personal circumstances, fleet movements, or other operational needs, Royal Caribbean works hard to ensure every ship always has a capable and energetic entertainment lead in place. And sometimes things are vague – you’ll notice a few TBAs in this guide.
This schedule is updated weekly, so you can stay informed about the latest cruise director assignments and any changes as they happen.
Royal Caribbean Cruise Directors on Social
Here are social media links for some of Royal Caribbean’s cruise directors:
- John Blair Facebook Page | Instagram
- Mike Szwajkowski Instagram | TikTok
- Ricky Matthews Facebook Page
- Katheryn Falcon Facebook Page
- Caroline Peters Instagram
- Daniel Gilham Instagram
- Gemma Hugo Instagram
- Natalie Rosie Instagram
- Thiago Motta Instagram
- Jamie Fentiman Instagram
- Tornado Tanya Instagram
- Adam Donaldson Instagram
- James Robinson Instagram
- Elvis Pinto Facebook Page | Instagram
- Brian Leavitt Facebook Page | Instagram
- Michele Scarpato Instagram
- Katy McCullagh Instagram
- Marc Walker Facebook Page
- Clo O’Connor Instagram
- Mario Isla (“Mario”) Instagram
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Jenni Fielding is the founder of Cruise Mummy. She has worked in the cruise industry since 2015 and has taken over 30 cruises. Now, she helps over 1 million people per month to plan their perfect cruise holidays.
Isn’t Joff Eaton a cruise director for royal Caribbean anymore as I don’t see his name on your list. I thought he was the best cruise director ever