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Carnival Horizon
December 31, 2023

6-Night Eastern Caribbean aboard Carnival Horizon · Departing December 31, 2023 from the Port of Miami, Florida.

// AT A GLANCE

This 6-night cruise aboard the Horizon departs from Miami, Florida on Sunday, December 31, 2023 and returns on Saturday, Jan 6th. December weather across this route averages 83°/58°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.1 out of 10 — Miami (6.8), Nassau (5.9), Grand Turk (8.1), Amber Cove (7.5).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE

MODERATE TIER

Safer than 71% of all cruises

Ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

FULL BREAKDOWN →

night cruise

Sun → Sat

Miami

departure port

Florida

port stops

Caribbean

sea days

Day 3

// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Carnival Horizon December 31, 2023 Roll Call

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// 03 · ITINERARY

6 Night Eastern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 31, 2023

The Carnival Horizon sails on December 31, 2023 for a 6 Night Eastern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Jan 6th at 7:00 AM. During the 7-day journey, the Carnival Horizon will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE

Carnival Horizon

DECEMBER 31, 2023

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6 NIGHTS · 3 PORTS

ROUND-TRIP · MIAMI

// 04 · PORTS

6 Night Eastern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) Port List

Carnival Horizon·December 31, 2023

DAY

EMBARKATION

SUNDAY·DEC 31

Miami

Florida

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

3:00 PM

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast.

DECEMBER FORECAST

63°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Nassau, Bahamas — Day 2 of Carnival Horizon December 31, 2023 cruise

DAY

PORT 1

MONDAY·JAN 1

Nassau

Bahamas

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

4:00 PM

Nassau, Bahamas, offers docking at Prince George Wharf. Travelers explore Atlantis Resort and Straw Market. Excursions include snorkeling at Rose Island. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like straw crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Nassau’s vibrant charm offers a lively Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of resort thrills and cultural markets, making Nassau an engaging destination for exploration.

DECEMBER FORECAST

71°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Grand Turk Island — Day 4 of Carnival Horizon December 31, 2023 cruise

DAY

PORT 3

WEDNESDAY·JAN 3

Grand Turk Island

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

4:00 PM

Grand Turk Island, Turks and Caicos, offers docking at Grand Turk Cruise Center. Travelers explore Cockburn Town and Governor’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Gibbs Cay. Local markets sell conch salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes jerk fish, a Turks and Caicos favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Grand Turk’s coastal charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and marine beauty, making Grand Turk an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST

75°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic — Day 5 of Carnival Horizon December 31, 2023 cruise

DAY

PORT 4

THURSDAY·JAN 4

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata)

Dominican Republic

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

6:00 AM

3:00 PM

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic, offers docking at Amber Cove Port. Travelers explore Fort San Felipe and Amber Museum. Excursions include Damajagua Waterfalls. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance waterfall hikes. Amber Cove’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and adventurous waterfalls, making Amber Cove an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST

77°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Miami, Florida — Day 7 of Carnival Horizon December 31, 2023 cruise

DAY

DISEMBARKATION

SATURDAY·JAN 6

Miami

Florida

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

—

Returning to Miami — see Day 1 above for port info.

DECEMBER FORECAST

62°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

// 05 · WEATHER

6 Night Eastern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Carnival Horizon·December 31, 2023

DEC FORECAST · MIAMI

Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.

63°

AVG · °F

Mostly sunny days

AVG HIGH

82°

AVG LOW

45°

AVG RAINFALL

2.0"

Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo

// YEAR-ROUND AT MIAMI

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// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Carnival Horizon December 31, 2023 Excursions

Carnival Horizon·December 31, 2023

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

6 Night Eastern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip)

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

ITINERARY AVERAGE

MODERATE TIER

LOWHIGH

Safer than 71% of all cruises

7.1/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

// HOW WE SCORE

Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0

Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.

6.5 – 7.9

Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.

5.0 – 6.4

Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.

0 – 4.9

High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.

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// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN04 PORTS

01

Miami 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

02

Nassau 🇧🇸

Bahamas · BahamasCAUTION

Travelers in Nassau should stay vigilant, stick to well-populated areas, and be aware of their surroundings to ensure safety.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

03

Grand Turk Island 🌍

Turks And Caicos Islands · Turks And Caicos IslandsSAFE

Grand Turk Island is a safe destination for cruise travelers, featuring a low crime rate and a strong local police presence.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

04

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) 🇩🇴

Dominican Republic · Dominican RepublicMODERATE

Amber Cove ensures safety within the port, but travelers should remain vigilant and cautious when exploring areas outside it.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Carnival Horizon Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCARNIVAL

CARNIVAL · VISTA

CHRISTENED

2018

STATEROOMS

1,979

TONNAGE

133,500GT

10.2% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 121,145 GT

YEAR BUILT

2018

9 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2009

LENGTH

1,055ft

6.3% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 992 ft

PASSENGER COUNT

4,977cruisers

19.7% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 4,158 cruisers

// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Carnival Horizon has a construction date of 2018 and a total size of 133,500 gross tons. The ship measures 1,055 feet in length. Carnival Horizon is included in Carnival's Vista class. At full capacity, the Horizon holds 4,977 passengers. That includes 3,527 cruise vacationers and 1,450 staff members. The Horizon total number of staterooms is 1,979.

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