MS Nieuw Statendam itinerary map for March 22, 2025 (7 nights)

MS Nieuw Statendam — March 22, 20257-Night Tropical Caribbean on Holland America

This 7-night cruise aboard the MS Nieuw Statendam departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Saturday, March 22, 2025 and returns on Saturday, Mar 29th. March weather across this route averages 83°/61°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.9 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports.

Cruise Length

Night Cruise

Departure Port

Fort Lauderdale

Florida

Port Stops

Sea Days

Cruise Itinerary Map - 7 Night Tropical Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

MS Nieuw Statendam · March 22, 2025

The MS Nieuw Statendam sails on March 22, 2025 for a 7 Night 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 8-day journey, the MS Nieuw Statendam will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Tropical Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

MAR22
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
A: — - D: 3:00 PM
MAR23
Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
MAR24
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAR25
Grand Turk Island
A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
MAR26
Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
MAR27
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAR28
Key West, Florida
A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
MAR29
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
A: 7:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

March 22, 2025 · 7 Night Tropical Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Day 1•Saturday, Mar 22

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.

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Day 2•Sunday, Mar 23

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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•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.

Day 4•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 Link Port Excursions Link

Day 5•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 Link Port Excursions Link

Day 6•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.

Day 7•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 Link Port Excursions Link

Day 8•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 Link Port Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

MS Nieuw Statendam - March 22, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

⛅

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

79 / 100

safer than 79% of all cruises

/ 10

Fort Lauderdale

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

/ 10

Half Moon Cay

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

/ 10

Grand Turk

Grand Turk Island is a safe destination for cruise travelers, featuring a low crime rate and a strong local police presence.

/ 10

Amber Cove

Amber Cove ensures safety within the port, but travelers should remain vigilant and cautious when exploring areas outside it.

/ 10

Key West

Visitors to Key West should remain vigilant against petty crime, particularly theft, while taking standard precautions to ensure safety.

Cruise Ship

⚓ 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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MS Nieuw Statendam March 22, 2025 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the MS Nieuw Statendam March 22, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, March averages 83°F highs and 61°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the March 22, 2025 MS Nieuw Statendam itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.9 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 Statendam sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The MS Nieuw Statendam departs Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 3:00 PM and returns on Saturday, Mar 29th, 2025 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

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Last Updated: May 17, 2026