MS Nieuw Amsterdam itinerary map for January 8, 2027 (9 nights)
MS Nieuw Amsterdam cruise ship

MS Nieuw Amsterdam — January 8, 20279-Night Southern Caribbean: Abc Islands on Holland America

This 9-night cruise aboard the MS Nieuw Amsterdam departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Friday, January 8, 2027 and returns on Sunday, Jan 17th. January weather across this route averages 81°/63°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $999.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.0 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports. Suite cabins rose $96 on May 17.

Cruise Length
9
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Fort Lauderdale
Florida
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
4

Cruise Price - MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 8, 2027

MS Nieuw Amsterdam · January 8, 2027

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 $999 ($111 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,175 ($131 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 15%.

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Inside
$999
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Oceanview
$1,149
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Balcony
$1,499
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Suite
$2,999

Price History – MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 8, 2027

inside cabin
MS Nieuw Amsterdam
January 8, 2027
$999
15% vs avg: $1,175

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 9 Night Southern Caribbean: Abc Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

MS Nieuw Amsterdam · January 8, 2027

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.

Cruise itinerary route

9 Night Southern Caribbean: Abc Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

  • JAN08
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN09
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN10
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN11
    Kralendijk, Bonaire
    Kralendijk, Bonaire
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • JAN12
    Willemstad, Curacao
    Willemstad, Curacao
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • JAN13
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN14
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN15
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN16
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • JAN17
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

January 8, 2027 · 9 Night Southern Caribbean: Abc Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 1 of MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 8, 2027 cruise
Day 1•Friday, Jan 8

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 8, 2027 itinerary
Day 2•Saturday, Jan 9

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Nieuw Amsterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Explorers Lounge & Photo Shop.

Day 3 at sea — MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 8, 2027 itinerary
Day 3•Sunday, Jan 10

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Nieuw Amsterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Explorers Lounge & Photo Shop.

Kralendijk, Bonaire — Day 4 of MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 8, 2027 cruise
Day 4•Monday, Jan 11

Kralendijk, Bonaire

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

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.

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Willemstad, Curacao — Day 5 of MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 8, 2027 cruise
Day 5•Tuesday, Jan 12

Willemstad, Curacao

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 10:00 PM

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.

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Oranjestad, Aruba — Day 6 of MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 8, 2027 cruise
Day 6•Wednesday, Jan 13

Oranjestad, Aruba

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

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.

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Day 7 at sea — MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 8, 2027 itinerary
Day 7•Thursday, Jan 14

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Nieuw Amsterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Explorers Lounge & Photo Shop.

Day 8 at sea — MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 8, 2027 itinerary
Day 8•Friday, Jan 15

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Nieuw Amsterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Explorers Lounge & Photo Shop.

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island) — Day 9 of MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 8, 2027 cruise
Day 9•Saturday, Jan 16

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 PM

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.

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Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 10 of MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 8, 2027 cruise
Day 10•Sunday, Jan 17

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

MS Nieuw Amsterdam - January 8, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

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January

Typical Weather

80°F

Average High

43°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

1.7 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank
80 / 100
safer than 80% of all cruises
80
7
/ 10
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is secure, but travelers should stay vigilant and cautious in neighborhoods with higher crime rates.
8
/ 10
Kralendijk, Bonaire
Kralendijk
Kralendijk is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and secure belongings.
8
/ 10
Willemstad, Curacao
Willemstad
Willemstad is generally safe for tourists, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and opportunistic crime.
8
/ 10
Oranjestad, Aruba
Oranjestad
Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.
9
/ 10
Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
Half Moon Cay
Half Moon Cay ensures guest safety with strong security measures and controlled access, minimizing crime risks for a worry-free visit.

Cruise Ship

MS Nieuw Amsterdam

⚓ Tonnage

86,700

vs avg 84,029

🛠️ Year Built

2,010

vs avg 2,008

📏 Length (ft)

936

vs avg 922

👥 Passenger Count

2,106

vs avg 2,157

The MS Nieuw Amsterdam has a construction date of 2010 and a total size of 86,700 gross tons. The ship measures 936 feet in length. MS Nieuw Amsterdam is included in Holland America’s Signature Class class. At full capacity, the MS Nieuw Amsterdam holds 2,106 passengers. That includes 1,177 cruise vacationers and 929 staff members. The MS Nieuw Amsterdam total number of staterooms is 1,053.

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MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 8, 2027 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 8, 2027 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $999 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

What's the weather like on the MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 8, 2027 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 9-night route, January averages 81°F highs and 63°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the January 8, 2027 MS Nieuw Amsterdam itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 8.0 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 5 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the MS Nieuw Amsterdam sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The MS Nieuw Amsterdam departs Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Friday, January 8, 2027 at 3:00 PM and returns on Sunday, Jan 17th, 2027 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 9 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Nieuw Amsterdam sailing on January 8, 2027?▾

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

Can I track price drops for this MS Nieuw Amsterdam itinerary?▾

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Last Updated: May 17, 2026