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 |
|---|---|---|
| MICKEY MARTIN | Unknown | 02/14/2026 |
| MARC WALKER | 02/14/2026 | 03/06/2026 |
Mickey Martin is the current cruise director on Adventure of the Seas. He will be leading the entertainment and activities onboard until February, when Marc Walker will board to take over.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| JOHN GRANTHAM | Unknown | TBA |
John Grantham is currently serving as cruise director on Allure of the Seas. His end date has yet to be announced, so guests can expect to enjoy his 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 |
|---|---|---|
| KAT FALCON | TBA | TBA |
Kat Falcon is the current cruise director on Anthem of the Seas, joining the ship in January. She will be entertaining guests and leading the onboard activities for the next couple of months at least.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| ERIC RODAS | Unknown | 02/01/2026 |
| ADAM DONALDSON | 02/01/2026 | 04/12/2026 |
| ADAM DONALDSON | 08/03/2026 | 10/05/2026 |
Eric Rodas is currently the cruise director on Brilliance of the Seas, delighting guests with his energy and entertainment leadership. He’ll wrap up in early February before Adam Donaldson takes over for a couple of months – and Adam will return later in 2026 as well.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| CAROLINE PETERS | Unknown | TBA |
Caroline Peters is currently the cruise director on Enchantment of the Seas, having taken over the role in late 2025. She will continue leading the entertainment programme onboard for the foreseeable future.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| JERRY SALGADO | Unknown | March 2026 |
| CHRIS GRUBY | March 2026 | July 2026 |
The current cruise director of Explorer of the Seas is Jerry Salgado. He’s due to remain onboard until March, at which point Chris Gruby will take over. Chris will be on the ship until July.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| RENATO ARANA | Unknown | TBA |
Renato Arana 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 |
|---|---|---|
| LAUREN ARMSTRONG | 01/17/2026 | 04/10/2026 |
Lauren Armstrong is currently serving as the cruise director on Grandeur of the Seas. She joined the ship in January, and continues to oversee the entertainment and activities onboard for the time being through to April.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| KATIE KNOWLES | 11/09/2025 | TBA |
The fantastic Katie Knowles recently took over the entertainment onboard Harmony of the Seas. It’s not yet known when her run will end, so enjoy her onboard while you can!
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 |
|---|---|---|
| CORY ROGERS | 01/10/2026 | 03/21/2026 |
| CORY ROGERS | 05/08/2026 | 09/19/2026 |
| CORY ROGERS | 11/21/2026 | 03/13/2027 |
Cory Rogers joined Icon of the Seas in January, taking over for the first of his three stints in 2026.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| SUSAN ADAMS | 09/10/2025 | TBA |
| BRIAN LEAVITT | 09/26/2026 | 11/29/2026 |
Susan Adams is currently listed as the cruise director on Independence of the Seas. She joined the ship in September, and is due to remain onboard for a couple of months at least. We know that Brian Leavitt will be cruise director for the ship later in 2026.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| ERIC LOPEZ | Unknown | TBA |
Eric Lopez is currently the cruise director on Jewel of the Seas, having joined the ship in October 2025. It isn’t yet known when he will be leaving.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| CLO O’CONNOR | Unknown | TBA |
Clo O’Connor is currently the cruise director on Liberty of the Seas. Their sign-off date hasn’t yet been announced.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| DANIEL GILHAM | 01/15/2026 | 05/30/2026 |
| LAUREN ARMSTRONG | May 2026 | 08/03/2026 |
| DANIEL GILHAM | 08/03/2026 | 11/27/2026 |
Daniel Gilham is the current cruise director on Mariner of the Seas, set to remain in the role through to late May. Daniel will then take a break for July, before returning in early August until late November. Lauren Armstrong will fulfil the role during Daniel’s break.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| MARK ROUS | 12/12/2025 | 02/02/2026 |
Daniel Gilham is currently the cruise director on Navigator of the Seas, having taken over the role in September 2025. He’ll leave the ship in December, making way for Mark Rous.
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 | Unknown | TBA |
Elvis Pinto joined Oasis of the Seas as cruise director during November 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 |
|---|---|---|
| STEVE KNISLEY | 11/16/2025 | 03/15/2026 |
| ELVIS PINTO | 05/31/2026 | 09/06/2026 |
Steve Knisley has re-joined Odyssey of the Seas as cruise director in November 2025. He’s due to be onboard until March. Elvis Pinto will board the ship later in the year.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| MIKE HUNNERUP | 11/24/2025 | 02/02/2026 |
| RICKY MATTHEWS | 02/02/2026 | 5/29/2026 |
| BRIAN LEAVITT | 05/22/2026 | 08/07/2026 |
| RICKY MATTHEWS | 08/07/2026 | 12/11/2026 |
| BRIAN LEAVITT | 11/30/2026 | 02/19/2027 |
Mike Hunnerup recently took over the role of cruise director on Ovation of the Seas. His sign-off date is in February. Ricky Matthews is his relief, staying on the ship until May before handing over to Brian Leavitt.
Ricky will return in August through to early December, with Brian then joining the ship towards the end of the year for a run until February 2027.
Brian Leavitt will be onboard later in 2026 for two separate runs as cruise director.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| TAMI SALTO | 1/16/2026 | TBA |
Tami Salto is currently the cruise director on Quantum of the Seas, having joined the ship in January 2026. Their sign-off date has yet to be announced, so guests can look forward to their 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 |
|---|---|---|
| BRIAN LEAVITT | 01/20/2026 | 03/06/2026 |
Brian Leavitt is the current cruise director on Radiance of the Seas, joining the ship in January through to March.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| SHEENAGH WALKER | January 2026 | Early May |
Sheenagh Walker is the current cruise director for Rhapsody of the Seas, and she’s set to remain onboard until early May.
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 |
| CHRIS GRUBY | October 2026 | January 2027 |
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.
Chris Gruby will join the ship later in 2026, remaining onboard until January 2027.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| RAPHAELA | Unknown | TBA |
Raphaela is currently the cruise director on Spectrum of the Seas. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| CHRIS BROWN | 10/12/2025 | TBA |
Chris Brown has recently taken over the role of cruise director for Royal Caribbean’s newest ship. He joined in October.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| JAMIE FENTIMAN | 11/09/2025 | 03/31/2026 |
| JAMIE FENTIMAN | Mid-May 2026 | 09/10/2026 |
| ELVIS PINTO | 09/10/2026 | TBA |
| JAMIE FENTIMAN | November 2026 | March 2027 |
Jamie Fentiman is currently the cruise director on Symphony of the Seas, having joined the ship in November 2025. His current run ends at the end of March, but he’ll return for two more runs later in the year. Elvis Pinto will cover during one of those breaks.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| JAMES ROBINSON | 01/26/2025 | 03/09/2026 |
| MARC WALKER | 05/01/2026 | 08/17/2026 |
| JAMES ROBINSON | 08/17/2026 | 10/19/2026 |
| MARC WALKER | 10/19/2026 | 02/08/2027 |
James Robinson and Marc Walker are sharing responsibility for the cruise director role on Utopia of the Seas throughout 2026. Currently it’s James in the hot seat.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| DOMINICK RICHARD | 10/09/2025 | 01/24/2025 |
Dominick Richard is currently the cruise director on Vision of the Seas. Their sign-off date has now been confirmed as being in late January.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| TORNADO TANYA | 10-27-2025 | TBA |
Tornado Tanya is currently the cruise director on Voyager of the Seas, having joined the ship in October 2025. The end date for her run hasn’t been announced yet.
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 | 11/28/2025 | TBA |
Katy McCullagh is currently the cruise director on Wonder of the Seas.
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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FYI – I spoke to Katie Knowles and her sign off from Harmony of the Seas is April 9, 2026
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