MS Nieuw Statendam - 12/27/2026
The December 27, 2026 cruise on the MS Nieuw Statendam departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 7 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday: Amber Cove & Bahamas (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Nieuw Statendam sets sail on Sunday, Dec 27th and returns on Sunday, Jan 3rd.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Nieuw Statendam cruise ship departing December 27, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,314 ($188 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,374 ($197 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 4%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MS Nieuw Statendam - December 27, 2026 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 26th | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida |
| 2 | Dec 28th | Nassau, Bahamas |
| 3 | Dec 28th | At Sea |
| 4 | Dec 30th | Grand Turk Island |
| 5 | Dec 31st | Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic |
| 6 | Dec 31st | At Sea |
| 7 | Jan 2nd | Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island) |
| 8 | Jan 3rd | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida |
The MS Nieuw Statendam sails on December 27, 2026 for a 7 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday: Amber Cove & Bahamas (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 3rd at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MS Nieuw Statendam will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
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Cruise Ship
MS Nieuw Statendam
MS NIEUW STATENDAM SIZE
The MS Nieuw Statendam has a construction date of 2018 and a total size of 99,902 gross tons. The ship measures 983 feet (300 meters) in length. MS Nieuw Statendam is included in Holland America’s Pinnacle Class Class. At full capacity, the MS Nieuw Statendam holds 3,719 passengers. That includes 2,666 cruise vacationers and 1,053 staff members. The MS Nieuw Statendam total number of staterooms is 1,339.
MS Nieuw Statendam Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:99,902 GT
- Length:983 ft (300 m)
- Beam:115 ft (35 m)
- Draft:26 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2018
- Years Served:2018 - Present
- Capacity:2,666
- Crew Members:1,053
- Total on Board:3,719
- Total Staterooms:1,339
- Flagged Country:Netherlands
- Ship Cost:520 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see MS Nieuw Statendam age and stats vs all Holland America ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
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Cruise Ports
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)
Nassau, Bahamas, offers docking at Prince George Wharf. Travelers explore Atlantis Resort and Straw Market. Excursions include snorkeling at Rose Island. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like straw 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. Nassau’s vibrant charm offers a lively Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of resort thrills and cultural markets, making Nassau an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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, 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)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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)
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)