MS Nieuw Statendam itinerary map for December 21, 2024
MS Nieuw Statendam
MS Nieuw Statendam
December 21, 2024
14 Night Western/Tropical Caribbean Holiday

MS Nieuw Statendam December 21, 2024

The MS Nieuw Statendam December 21, 2024 cruise departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 14 Night Western/Tropical Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the MS Nieuw Statendam will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Dec 21st and returns on Saturday, Jan 4th, 2025.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Fort Lauderdale
Florida
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
4

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MS Nieuw Statendam · December 21, 2024

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Cruise Itinerary Map

MS Nieuw Statendam · December 21, 2024

The MS Nieuw Statendam sails on December 21, 2024 for a 14 Night Western/Tropical Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 2:00 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Jan 4th at 6:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the MS Nieuw Statendam will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Western/Tropical Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

  • DEC21
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: — - D: 2:00 PM
  • DEC22
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • DEC23
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC24
    Ocho Rios, Jamaica
    Ocho Rios, Jamaica
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC25
    George Town, Grand Cayman
    George Town, Grand Cayman
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • DEC26
    Cozumel, Mexico
    Cozumel, Mexico
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • DEC27
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC28
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • DEC29
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC30
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC31
    Grand Turk Island
    Grand Turk Island
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN01
    Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
    Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN02
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN03
    Key West, Florida
    Key West, Florida
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN04
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 21, 2024 · 14 Night Western/Tropical Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Day 1Saturday, Dec 21

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival:Departure: 2:00 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. (126 words)

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
Day 2Sunday, Dec 22

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 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. (126 words)

At Sea
Day 3Monday, Dec 23

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PMDeparture: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Day 4Tuesday, Dec 24

Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Arrival: 6:00 AMDeparture: 3:00 PM

Ocho Rios, Jamaica, offers docking at Ocho Rios Port. Travelers explore Dunn’s River Falls and Mystic Mountain. Excursions include bobsledding and ziplining. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures waterfalls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ackee and saltfish, a Jamaican favorite. Souvenirs, like reggae crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance waterfall climbs. Ocho Rios’ adventurous allure offers a vibrant Jamaican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and thrilling activities, making Ocho Rios an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

George Town, Grand Cayman
Day 5Wednesday, Dec 25

George Town, Grand Cayman

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 2:00 PM

George Town, Grand Cayman, offers docking at George Town Port. Travelers explore Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City. Excursions include snorkeling at Coral Gardens. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes conch chowder, a Caymanian favorite. Souvenirs, like turtle 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. George Town’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Cayman stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine adventures, making George Town an engaging destination. (126 words)

Cozumel, Mexico
Day 6Thursday, Dec 26

Cozumel, Mexico

Arrival: 9:00 AMDeparture: 6:00 PM

Cozumel, Mexico, offers docking at Cozumel Port. Travelers explore Chankanaab Park and San Gervasio ruins. Excursions include snorkeling at Palancar Reef. Local markets sell tacos. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like Mayan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cozumel’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Cozumel an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

At Sea
Day 7Friday, Dec 27

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PMDeparture: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Day 8Saturday, Dec 28

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AMDeparture: 2:00 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. (126 words)

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
Day 9Sunday, Dec 29

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 4:00 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. (126 words)

At Sea
Day 10Monday, Dec 30

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PMDeparture: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Grand Turk Island
Day 11Tuesday, Dec 31

Grand Turk Island

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 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. (126 words)

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
Day 12Wednesday, Jan 1

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 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. (126 words)

At Sea
Day 13Thursday, Jan 2

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PMDeparture: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Key West, Florida
Day 14Friday, Jan 3

Key West, Florida

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 3:00 PM

Key West, Florida, offers docking at Mallory Square Port. Travelers explore Duval Street and Hemingway House. Excursions include snorkeling at Dry Tortugas. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful homes and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes conch fritters, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Conch Republic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Key West’s vibrant charm offers a lively American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of literary history and scenic coasts, making Key West an engaging destination. (126 words)

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Day 15Saturday, Jan 4

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AMDeparture:

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)

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
76 / 100
safer than 76% of all cruises
76
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.
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.
6
/ 10
Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Ocho Rios
Travelers in Ocho Rios should stay in tourist zones and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime and scams.
9
/ 10
George Town, Grand Cayman
George Town
George Town, Grand Cayman, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a strong local law enforcement presence.
7
/ 10
Cozumel, Mexico
Cozumel
Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.
8
/ 10
Grand Turk Island
Grand Turk
Grand Turk Island is a safe destination for cruise travelers, featuring a low crime rate and a strong local police presence.
8
/ 10
Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
Amber Cove
Amber Cove ensures safety within the port, but travelers should remain vigilant and cautious when exploring areas outside it.
8
/ 10
Key West, Florida
Key West
Visitors to Key West should remain vigilant against petty crime, particularly theft, while taking standard precautions to ensure safety.

Cruise Ship

MS Nieuw Statendam

⚓ Tonnage

99,902

vs avg 84,029

🛠️ Year Built

2,018

vs avg 2,008

📏 Length (ft)

983

vs avg 922

👥 Passenger Count

2,666

vs avg 2,157

The MS Nieuw Statendam has a construction date of 2018 and a total size of 99,902 gross tons. The ship measures 983 feet in length. MS Nieuw Statendam is included in Holland America’s Pinnacle Class class. At full capacity, the MS Nieuw Statendam holds 2,666 passengers. That includes 1,613 cruise vacationers and 1,053 staff members. The MS Nieuw Statendam total number of staterooms is 1,339.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the MS Nieuw Statendam sailing on December 21, 2024?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida.

What ports does the MS Nieuw Statendam visit on the December 21, 2024 cruise?

This route includes fort-lauderdale-florida, half-moon-cay-bahamas-private-island, ocho-rios-jamaica, george-town-grand-cayman, cozumel-mexico, grand-turk-turks-caicos, amber-cove-dominican-republic, key-west-florida.

How many sea days are included on this MS Nieuw Statendam December 21, 2024 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 4 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Nieuw Statendam sailing on December 21, 2024?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this MS Nieuw Statendam itinerary?

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