MS Rotterdam - December 29, 2023 Itinerary Map with Port Markers
MS Rotterdam
Fort Lauderdale
Half Moon Cay, Ba
Grand Turk Island

MS Rotterdam - December 29, 2023

The December 29, 2023 cruise on the MS Rotterdam departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 7 Night Tropical Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Rotterdam sets sail on Friday, Dec 29th and returns on Friday, Jan 5th.

7nights

December 29, 2023

Dec 29th - Jan 5th

MS Rotterdam

MS Rotterdam

Holland America Cruise Line

MS Rotterdam - December 29, 2023

7 Night Tropical Caribbean

from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

MS Rotterdam Size Infographic

MS Rotterdam

100 k
tonnage
975 ft
length
2021
year built
1,340
cabins
3,218
passengers
1,025
crew

MS ROTTERDAM SIZE

The MS Rotterdam has a construction date of 2021 and a total size of 99,863 gross tons. The ship measures 975 feet (297 meters) in length. MS Rotterdam is included in Holland America’s Pinnacle Class Class. At full capacity, the MS Rotterdam holds 4,243 passengers. That includes 3,218 cruise vacationers and 1,025 staff members. The MS Rotterdam total number of staterooms is 1,340.

MS Rotterdam Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:99,863 GT
  • Length:975 ft (297 m)
  • Beam:115 ft (35 m)
  • Draft:26 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
  • Year Built:2021
  • Years Served:2021 - Present
  • Capacity:3,218
  • Crew Members:1,025
  • Total on Board:4,243
  • Total Staterooms:1,340
  • Flagged Country:Netherlands
  • Ship Cost:250 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see MS Rotterdam 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.

To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for MS Rotterdam Deck Plans.

Itinerary

MS Rotterdam - December 29, 2023 - 7 Nights

DayDatePort
1Dec 28thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
2Dec 30thHalf Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
3Dec 30thAt Sea
4Jan 1stGrand Turk Island
5Jan 2ndAmber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
6Jan 2ndAt Sea
7Jan 4thKey West, Florida
8Jan 5thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Cruise Itinerary

The MS Rotterdam sails on December 29, 2023 for a 7 Night Tropical Caribbean (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 5th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MS Rotterdam will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Day1
DEC 292023
United States
D:2:00 PM

Ft. Lauderdale has 23 miles of beaches, 300 miles of inland waterways and swimming pools galore, but immersing yourself in this city doesn't require a drop of water. Dive into a culture as deep as any ocean, a culture characterized by Seminoles and Broadway shows, golf and whimsical water taxis, fine cuisine and tasty jazz. And just like the horizon here, the list of attractions goes on and on.

Day2
DEC 302023
A:8:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Spend the day on your own private island, courtesy of Holland America. Sun, swim, or sail around this beautiful island as you enjoy your very own day in the sun! The fishing's great, but so is the parasailing and snorkeling so you have some decisions to make! And don't forget the Bahamas style barbecue!

Day3
DEC 312023
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day4
JAN 12024
Turks And Caicos Islands
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Day5
JAN 22024
Dominican Republic
A:7:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Day6
JAN 32024
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day7
JAN 42024
United States
A:7:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Key West has the best diving, snorkeling, fishing and boating in the continental U.S. Just a three-by-five mile Island, Key West offers a treat for the masses that flock here. Locals and tourists alike stroll down Duval Street each night to witness the Sunset Celebration, where they find hand-made souvenirs, munchies, cold drinks and a show so spectacular, only nature could have created it.

Day8
JAN 52024
United States
A:6:00 AM

Ft. Lauderdale has 23 miles of beaches, 300 miles of inland waterways and swimming pools galore, but immersing yourself in this city doesn't require a drop of water. Dive into a culture as deep as any ocean, a culture characterized by Seminoles and Broadway shows, golf and whimsical water taxis, fine cuisine and tasty jazz. And just like the horizon here, the list of attractions goes on and on.