MS Rotterdam itinerary map for December 20, 2024 (9 nights)
MS Rotterdam cruise ship

MS Rotterdam — December 20, 20249-Night Southern Caribbean Holiday on Holland America

This 9-night cruise aboard the MS Rotterdam departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Friday, December 20, 2024 and returns on Sunday, Dec 29th. December weather across this route averages 84°/62°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.4 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports. Inside cabins rose $45 on Dec 20.

Cruise Length
9
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Fort Lauderdale
Florida
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
4

Cruise Price - MS Rotterdam December 20, 2024

MS Rotterdam · December 20, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Rotterdam cruise ship departing December 20, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,144 ($128 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,102 ($123 per night), this represents a recent increase of 4%.

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Inside
$1,144
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Oceanview
$1,544
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Balcony
$1,744
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Suite
$6,239

Price History – MS Rotterdam December 20, 2024

inside cabin
MS Rotterdam
December 20, 2024
$1,144
4% vs avg: $1,102

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 9 Night Southern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

MS Rotterdam · December 20, 2024

The MS Rotterdam sails on December 20, 2024 for a 9 Night Southern 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 Dec 29th at 6:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the MS Rotterdam will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

9 Night Southern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

  • DEC20
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: — - D: 2:00 PM
  • DEC21
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC22
    Falmouth, Jamaica
    Falmouth, Jamaica
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC23
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC24
    Kralendijk, Bonaire
    Kralendijk, Bonaire
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • DEC25
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC26
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC27
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC28
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • DEC29
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 20, 2024 · 9 Night Southern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 1 of MS Rotterdam December 20, 2024 cruise
Day 1•Friday, Dec 20

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — MS Rotterdam December 20, 2024 itinerary
Day 2•Saturday, Dec 21

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Rotterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Sun Bar & Photo Shop.

Falmouth, Jamaica — Day 3 of MS Rotterdam December 20, 2024 cruise
Day 3•Sunday, Dec 22

Falmouth, Jamaica

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Falmouth, Jamaica, offers docking at Falmouth Port. Travelers explore Good Hope Estate and Martha Brae River. Excursions include rafting and Dunn’s River Falls climbs. Local markets sell jerk pork. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes curry goat, a Jamaican favorite. Souvenirs, like wood carvings, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance river activities. Falmouth’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Jamaican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic estates and adventurous excursions, making Falmouth an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 4 at sea — MS Rotterdam December 20, 2024 itinerary
Day 4•Monday, Dec 23

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Rotterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Sun Bar & Photo Shop.

Kralendijk, Bonaire — Day 5 of MS Rotterdam December 20, 2024 cruise
Day 5•Tuesday, Dec 24

Kralendijk, Bonaire

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Kralendijk, Bonaire, offers docking at Kralendijk Port. Travelers explore Washington Slagbaai Park and Klein Bonaire. Excursions include snorkeling at Bari Reef. Local markets sell kadushi soup. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures flamingos and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes keshi yena, a Bonairean favorite. Souvenirs, like salt crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Kralendijk’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Bonairean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine biodiversity and scenic islands, making Kralendijk an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Oranjestad, Aruba — Day 6 of MS Rotterdam December 20, 2024 cruise
Day 6•Wednesday, Dec 25

Oranjestad, Aruba

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Oranjestad, Aruba, offers docking at Oranjestad Port. Travelers explore Arikok National Park and California Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Baby Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cacti landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes funchi, an Aruban favorite. Souvenirs, like aloe crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Oranjestad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Aruban stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural parks and scenic beaches, making Oranjestad an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 7 at sea — MS Rotterdam December 20, 2024 itinerary
Day 7•Thursday, Dec 26

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Rotterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Sun Bar & Photo Shop.

Day 8 at sea — MS Rotterdam December 20, 2024 itinerary
Day 8•Friday, Dec 27

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Rotterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Sun Bar & Photo Shop.

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island) — Day 9 of MS Rotterdam December 20, 2024 cruise
Day 9•Saturday, Dec 28

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

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Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 10 of MS Rotterdam December 20, 2024 cruise
Day 10•Sunday, Dec 29

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

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

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

MS Rotterdam - December 20, 2024 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

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December

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

45°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

2.0 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
74 / 100
safer than 74% of all cruises
74
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.
5
/ 10
Falmouth, Jamaica
Falmouth
Travelers in Falmouth should stay vigilant against petty crime and avoid less populated areas, opting for organized excursions for safety.
8
/ 10
Kralendijk, Bonaire
Kralendijk
Kralendijk is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and secure belongings.
8
/ 10
Oranjestad, Aruba
Oranjestad
Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.
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.

Cruise Ship

MS Rotterdam

⚓ Tonnage

99,863

vs avg 84,029

🛠️ Year Built

2,021

vs avg 2,008

📏 Length (ft)

975

vs avg 922

👥 Passenger Count

3,218

vs avg 2,157

The MS Rotterdam has a construction date of 2021 and a total size of 99,863 gross tons. The ship measures 975 feet in length. MS Rotterdam is included in Holland America’s Pinnacle Class class. At full capacity, the MS Rotterdam holds 3,218 passengers. That includes 2,193 cruise vacationers and 1,025 staff members. The MS Rotterdam total number of staterooms is 1,340.

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MS Rotterdam December 20, 2024 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the MS Rotterdam December 20, 2024 cruise?▾

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What's the weather like on the MS Rotterdam December 20, 2024 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 9-night route, December averages 84°F highs and 62°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the December 20, 2024 MS Rotterdam itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.4 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 Rotterdam sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The MS Rotterdam departs Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Friday, December 20, 2024 at 2:00 PM and returns on Sunday, Dec 29th, 2024 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 9 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Rotterdam sailing on December 20, 2024?▾

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

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