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9 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Holland AmericaMS Nieuw Amsterdam

MS Nieuw Amsterdam
January 29, 2027

9-Night Eastern Caribbean: U.S. & British Virgin Islands aboard MS Nieuw Amsterdam · Departing January 29, 2027 from the Port of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 9-night cruise aboard the MS Nieuw Amsterdam departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Friday, January 29, 2027 and returns on Sunday, Feb 7th. January weather across this route averages 82°/63°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.2 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports. Suite cabins dropped $50 on Jul 11.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.2OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 72% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
9
night cruise
Fri → Sun
02
Fort Lauderdale
departure port
Florida
03
6
port stops
U.S.
04
3
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS
01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

The MS Nieuw Amsterdam, operated by Holland America Cruise Line, sets sail on Friday, January 29, 2027 from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida for a 9-night Eastern Caribbean: U.S. & British Virgin Islands cruise. This itinerary includes 6 unique port stops and 3 days at sea. January weather across the route averages 82°F highs and 63°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.2 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $1,164, with daily price tracking available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this MS Nieuw Amsterdam sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 29, 2027 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 29, 2027 Price & Tracking

MS NIEUW AMSTERDAM·JANUARY 29, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Nieuw Amsterdam cruise ship departing January 29, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,164 ($130 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,250 ($139 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 7%.

MS Nieuw Amsterdam cruise departing January 29, 2027 — 9-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,164 ($130 per night). Average price: $1,250.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
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Avg $1,205
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
MS Nieuw Amsterdam · January 29, 2027
$1,164
$130 per night · 9 nights
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3% below average
Avg $1,205 · You save $41

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// 03 · ITINERARY

9 Night Eastern Caribbean: U.S. & British Virgin Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapJANUARY 29, 2027
The MS Nieuw Amsterdam sails on January 29, 2027 for a 9 Night Eastern Caribbean: U.S. & British Virgin Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) (Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) 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 Feb 7th at 6:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the MS Nieuw Amsterdam will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
MS Nieuw Amsterdam
JANUARY 29, 2027
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9 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
// 04 · PORTS

9 Night Eastern Caribbean: U.S. & British Virgin Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Port List

MS Nieuw Amsterdam·January 29, 2027
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 1 of MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 29, 2027 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
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.

JANUARY FORECAST
62°F avg · Avg
St. John's, Antigua — Day 4 of MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 29, 2027 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
MONDAY·FEB 1

St. John's

Antigua
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

St. John’s, Antigua, offers docking at St. John’s Port. Travelers explore Nelson’s Dockyard and Shirley Heights. Excursions include snorkeling at Cades Reef. Local markets sell fungi. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial docks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes pepperpot, an Antiguan favorite. Souvenirs, like batik crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. St. John’s vibrant charm offers a lively Antiguan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic dockyards and scenic beaches, making St. John’s an engaging destination for exploration.

JANUARY FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas — Day 5 of MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 29, 2027 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
TUESDAY·FEB 2

Charlotte Amalie

St. Thomas
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
10:00 PM

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.

JANUARY FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
Tortola, British Virgin Islands — Day 6 of MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 29, 2027 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
WEDNESDAY·FEB 3

Tortola

British Virgin Islands
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Tortola, British Virgin Islands, offers docking at Road Town Port. Travelers explore Sage Mountain and Cane Garden Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at The Baths. Local markets sell painkillers. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic hills and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes roti, a BVI favorite. Souvenirs, like shell 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. Tortola’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and marine adventures, making Tortola an engaging destination for exploration.

JANUARY FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
San Juan, Puerto Rico — Day 7 of MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 29, 2027 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
THURSDAY·FEB 4

San Juan

Puerto Rico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
4:00 PM

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.

JANUARY FORECAST
79°F avg · Avg
Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island) — Day 9 of MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 29, 2027 cruise
DAY
9
PORT 8
SATURDAY·FEB 6

Half Moon Cay

Bahamas (private Island)
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
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.

JANUARY FORECAST
71°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

9 Night Eastern Caribbean: U.S. & British Virgin Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

MS Nieuw Amsterdam·January 29, 2027
JAN FORECAST · FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
62°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
80°
AVG LOW
43°
AVG RAINFALL
1.7"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
62°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

MS Nieuw Amsterdam January 29, 2027 Excursions

MS Nieuw Amsterdam·January 29, 2027

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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Browse shore excursions for each port on this MS Nieuw Amsterdam itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

9 Night Eastern Caribbean: U.S. & British Virgin Islands (Ft. Lauderdale 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
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 72% of all cruises
7.2/10 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.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN06 PORTS
01

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is secure, but travelers should stay vigilant and cautious in neighborhoods with higher crime rates.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

St. John's 🌍

Antigua · AntiguaMODERATE

St. John's is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance is advised due to potential petty theft and risks in certain neighborhoods after dark.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Charlotte Amalie 🌍

St. Thomas · U. S. Virgin IslandsCAUTION

Travelers should stay vigilant in Charlotte Amalie, avoiding isolated areas and being cautious in crowded spots to minimize crime risks.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Tortola 🇻🇬

British Virgin Islands · British Virgin IslandsMODERATE

Tortola is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant and exercise caution, especially after dark.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

San Juan 🇵🇷

Puerto Rico · Puerto RicoCAUTION

Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Half Moon Cay 🇧🇸

Bahamas (private Island) · BahamasSAFE

Half Moon Cay ensures guest safety with strong security measures and controlled access, minimizing crime risks for a worry-free visit.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MS Nieuw Amsterdam Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsHOLLAND AMERICA
MS Nieuw Amsterdam
HOLLAND AMERICA · SIGNATURE CLASS
CHRISTENED
2010
STATEROOMS
1,053
TONNAGE
86,700GT
3.2% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 84,029 GT
YEAR BUILT
2010
2 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2008
LENGTH
936ft
1.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 922 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,106cruisers
2.4% BELOW AVG· vs avg 2,157 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

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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// 09 · FAQ

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  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,164 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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