MS Nieuw Amsterdam - 1/8/2027
The January 8, 2027 cruise on the MS Nieuw Amsterdam departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 9 Night Southern Caribbean: Abc Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Nieuw Amsterdam sets sail on Friday, Jan 8th and returns on Sunday, Jan 17th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Nieuw Amsterdam cruise ship departing January 8, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,114 ($124 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,273 ($142 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 13%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MS Nieuw Amsterdam - January 8, 2027 - 9 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jan 8th | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida |
| 2 | Jan 9th | At Sea |
| 3 | Jan 10th | At Sea |
| 4 | Jan 11th | Kralendijk, Bonaire |
| 5 | Jan 12th | Willemstad, Curacao |
| 6 | Jan 13th | Oranjestad, Aruba |
| 7 | Jan 14th | At Sea |
| 8 | Jan 15th | At Sea |
| 9 | Jan 16th | Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island) |
| 10 | Jan 17th | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida |
The MS Nieuw Amsterdam sails on January 8, 2027 for a 9 Night Southern Caribbean: Abc Islands (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 17th at 6:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the MS Nieuw Amsterdam will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
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Cruise Ship
MS Nieuw Amsterdam
MS NIEUW AMSTERDAM SIZE
The MS Nieuw Amsterdam has a construction date of 2010 and a total size of 86,700 gross tons. The ship measures 936 feet (285 meters) in length. MS Nieuw Amsterdam is included in Holland America’s Signature Class Class. At full capacity, the MS Nieuw Amsterdam holds 3,035 passengers. That includes 2,106 cruise vacationers and 929 staff members. The MS Nieuw Amsterdam total number of staterooms is 1,053.
MS Nieuw Amsterdam Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:86,700 GT
- Length:936 ft (285 m)
- Beam:106 ft (32 m)
- Draft:26 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:28 mph (24 kn)
- Year Built:2010
- Years Served:2010 - Present
- Capacity:2,106
- Crew Members:929
- Total on Board:3,035
- Total Staterooms:1,053
- Flagged Country:Netherlands
- Ship Cost:450 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see MS Nieuw Amsterdam 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.
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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!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Kralendijk, Bonaire, offers docking at Kralendijk Port. Travelers explore Washington Slagbaai Park and Klein Bonaire. Excursions include snorkeling at Bari Reef. Local markets sell kadushi soup. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures flamingos and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes keshi yena, a Bonairean favorite. Souvenirs, like salt crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Kralendijk’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Bonairean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine biodiversity and scenic islands, making Kralendijk an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Willemstad, Curaçao, offers docking at Willemstad Port. Travelers explore Queen Emma Bridge and Punda’s colorful buildings. Excursions include snorkeling at Tugboat Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Dutch architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes stobá, a Curaçaoan favorite. Souvenirs, like blue curaçao crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Antillean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Willemstad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Curaçaoan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and marine adventures, making Willemstad an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Oranjestad, Aruba, offers docking at Oranjestad Port. Travelers explore Arikok National Park and California Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Baby Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cacti landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes funchi, an Aruban favorite. Souvenirs, like aloe crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Oranjestad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Aruban stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural parks and scenic beaches, making Oranjestad 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!
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)