MS Koningsdam - 12/27/2025
The December 27, 2025 cruise on the MS Koningsdam departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 7 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday: San Juan & St. Thomas (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Koningsdam sets sail on Saturday, Dec 27th and returns on Saturday, Jan 3rd.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Koningsdam cruise ship departing December 27, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $999 ($143 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,297 ($186 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 23%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MS Koningsdam - December 27, 2025 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 26th | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida |
| 2 | Dec 27th | At Sea |
| 3 | Dec 29th | Grand Turk Island |
| 4 | Dec 30th | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
| 5 | Dec 31st | Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas |
| 6 | Dec 31st | At Sea |
| 7 | Jan 2nd | Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island) |
| 8 | Jan 3rd | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida |
The MS Koningsdam sails on December 27, 2025 for a 7 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday: San Juan & St. Thomas (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Jan 3rd at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MS Koningsdam will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
Based on my 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.
Cruise Ship
MS Koningsdam
MS KONINGSDAM SIZE
The MS Koningsdam has a construction date of 2016 and a total size of 99,863 gross tons. The ship measures 983 feet (300 meters) in length. MS Koningsdam is included in Holland America’s Pinnacle Class Class. At full capacity, the MS Koningsdam holds 3,686 passengers. That includes 2,650 cruise vacationers and 1,036 staff members. The MS Koningsdam total number of staterooms is 1,331.
MS Koningsdam Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:99,863 GT
- Length:983 ft (300 m)
- Beam:115 ft (35 m)
- Draft:26 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2016
- Years Served:2016 - Present
- Capacity:2,650
- Crew Members:1,036
- Total on Board:3,686
- Total Staterooms:1,331
- Flagged Country:Netherlands
- Ship Cost:550 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see MS Koningsdam age and stats vs all Holland America ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for MS Koningsdam Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, offers docking at Port Everglades. Travelers explore Las Olas Boulevard and Everglades tours. Excursions include airboat rides. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canals 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. Fort Lauderdale’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and natural adventures, making Fort Lauderdale an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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. (126 words)
San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination. (126 words)
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, offers docking at Havensight Port. Travelers explore Blackbeard’s Castle and Magens Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at Coki Beach. Local markets sell callaloo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pirate history and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes fungi, a Virgin Islands favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Charlotte Amalie’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and cultural landmarks, making St. Thomas an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore white-sand beaches and Stingray Cove. Excursions include horseback riding by the sea. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell 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. Half Moon Cay’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of serene beaches and marine activities, making Half Moon Cay an engaging destination. (126 words)
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, offers docking at Port Everglades. Travelers explore Las Olas Boulevard and Everglades tours. Excursions include airboat rides. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canals 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. Fort Lauderdale’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and natural adventures, making Fort Lauderdale an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)