MS Nieuw Statendam itinerary map for March 15, 2025 (14 nights)
MS Nieuw Statendam cruise ship

MS Nieuw Statendam — March 15, 202514-Night Western/Tropical Caribbean on Holland America

This 14-night cruise aboard the MS Nieuw Statendam departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Saturday, March 15, 2025 and returns on Saturday, Mar 29th. March weather across this route averages 84°/63°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.6 out of 10, averaged across 8 ports.

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

Cruise Price - MS Nieuw Statendam March 15, 2025

MS Nieuw Statendam · March 15, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Nieuw Statendam cruise ship departing March 15, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,419 ($102 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,419 ($102 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.

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Inside
$1,419
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Oceanview
$1,689
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Balcony
$1,959
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Suite
$3,309

Price History – MS Nieuw Statendam March 15, 2025

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March 15, 2025
$1,419
0% vs avg: $1,419

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 14 Night Western/Tropical Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

MS Nieuw Statendam · March 15, 2025

The MS Nieuw Statendam sails on March 15, 2025 for a 14 Night Western/Tropical Caribbean (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 Mar 29th at 7:00 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 (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

  • MAR15
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAR16
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR18
    Ocho Rios, Jamaica
    Ocho Rios, Jamaica
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR19
    George Town, Grand Cayman
    George Town, Grand Cayman
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR20
    Cozumel, Mexico
    Cozumel, Mexico
    A: 1:00 PM - D: 9:00 PM
  • MAR21
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR22
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAR23
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR24
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR25
    Grand Turk Island
    Grand Turk Island
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR26
    Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
    Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR27
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR28
    Key West, Florida
    Key West, Florida
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR29
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

March 15, 2025 · 14 Night Western/Tropical Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 1 of MS Nieuw Statendam March 15, 2025 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Mar 15

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
Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island) — Day 2 of MS Nieuw Statendam March 15, 2025 cruise
Day 2•Sunday, Mar 16

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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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Day 3 at sea — MS Nieuw Statendam March 15, 2025 itinerary
Day 3•Monday, Mar 17

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Nieuw Statendam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Blend & Photo Shop.

Ocho Rios, Jamaica — Day 4 of MS Nieuw Statendam March 15, 2025 cruise
Day 4•Tuesday, Mar 18

Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
George Town, Grand Cayman — Day 5 of MS Nieuw Statendam March 15, 2025 cruise
Day 5•Wednesday, Mar 19

George Town, Grand Cayman

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Cozumel, Mexico — Day 6 of MS Nieuw Statendam March 15, 2025 cruise
Day 6•Thursday, Mar 20

Cozumel, Mexico

Arrival: 1:00 PM•Departure: 9:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 7 at sea — MS Nieuw Statendam March 15, 2025 itinerary
Day 7•Friday, Mar 21

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Nieuw Statendam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Blend & Photo Shop.

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 8 of MS Nieuw Statendam March 15, 2025 cruise
Day 8•Saturday, Mar 22

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

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

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island) — Day 9 of MS Nieuw Statendam March 15, 2025 cruise
Day 9•Sunday, Mar 23

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Returning to Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island) — see Day 2 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 10 at sea — MS Nieuw Statendam March 15, 2025 itinerary
Day 10•Monday, Mar 24

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Nieuw Statendam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Blend & Photo Shop.

Grand Turk Island — Day 11 of MS Nieuw Statendam March 15, 2025 cruise
Day 11•Tuesday, Mar 25

Grand Turk Island

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic — Day 12 of MS Nieuw Statendam March 15, 2025 cruise
Day 12•Wednesday, Mar 26

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 13 at sea — MS Nieuw Statendam March 15, 2025 itinerary
Day 13•Thursday, Mar 27

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Nieuw Statendam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Blend & Photo Shop.

Key West, Florida — Day 14 of MS Nieuw Statendam March 15, 2025 cruise
Day 14•Friday, Mar 28

Key West, Florida

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 15 of MS Nieuw Statendam March 15, 2025 cruise
Day 15•Saturday, Mar 29

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: 7:00 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 Statendam - March 15, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

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March

Typical Weather

85°F

Average High

52°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.07in

Daily average

2.2 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
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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What's the weather like on the MS Nieuw Statendam March 15, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 14-night route, March averages 84°F highs and 63°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the March 15, 2025 MS Nieuw Statendam itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.6 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 8 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 Statendam sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The MS Nieuw Statendam departs Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 3:00 PM and returns on Saturday, Mar 29th, 2025 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 14 nights.

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