MS Rotterdam itinerary map for January 17, 2025 (9 nights)
MS Rotterdam cruise ship

MS Rotterdam — January 17, 20259-Night Eastern Caribbean Seafarer on Holland America

This 9-night cruise aboard the MS Rotterdam departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Friday, January 17, 2025 and returns on Sunday, Jan 26th. January weather across this route averages 82°/63°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.2 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

Cruise Length
9
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Fort Lauderdale
Florida
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
3

Cruise Price - MS Rotterdam January 17, 2025

MS Rotterdam · January 17, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Rotterdam cruise ship departing January 17, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $999 ($111 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $938 ($105 per night), this represents a recent increase of 6%.

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Inside
$999
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Oceanview
$1,649
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Balcony
$1,749
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Suite
$4,789

Price History – MS Rotterdam January 17, 2025

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MS Rotterdam
January 17, 2025
$999
6% vs avg: $938

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 9 Night Eastern Caribbean Seafarer (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

MS Rotterdam · January 17, 2025

The MS Rotterdam sails on January 17, 2025 for a 9 Night Eastern Caribbean Seafarer (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 26th at 6:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the MS Rotterdam will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

9 Night Eastern Caribbean Seafarer (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

  • JAN17
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: — - D: 2:00 PM
  • JAN18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN19
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN20
    St. John's, Antigua
    St. John's, Antigua
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN21
    Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
    Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • JAN22
    Tortola, British Virgin Islands
    Tortola, British Virgin Islands
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN23
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN24
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN25
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • JAN26
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

January 17, 2025 · 9 Night Eastern Caribbean Seafarer (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 1 of MS Rotterdam January 17, 2025 cruise
Day 1•Friday, Jan 17

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 January 17, 2025 itinerary
Day 2•Saturday, Jan 18

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 3 at sea — MS Rotterdam January 17, 2025 itinerary
Day 3•Sunday, Jan 19

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.

St. John's, Antigua — Day 4 of MS Rotterdam January 17, 2025 cruise
Day 4•Monday, Jan 20

St. John's, Antigua

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

St. John’s, Antigua, offers docking at St. John’s Port. Travelers explore Nelson’s Dockyard and Shirley Heights. Excursions include snorkeling at Cades Reef. Local markets sell fungi. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial docks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes pepperpot, an Antiguan favorite. Souvenirs, like batik crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. St. John’s vibrant charm offers a lively Antiguan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic dockyards and scenic beaches, making St. John’s an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas — Day 5 of MS Rotterdam January 17, 2025 cruise
Day 5•Tuesday, Jan 21

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, offers docking at Havensight Port. Travelers explore Blackbeard’s Castle and Magens Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at Coki Beach. Local markets sell callaloo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pirate history and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes fungi, a Virgin Islands favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Charlotte Amalie’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and cultural landmarks, making St. Thomas an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Tortola, British Virgin Islands — Day 6 of MS Rotterdam January 17, 2025 cruise
Day 6•Wednesday, Jan 22

Tortola, British Virgin Islands

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Tortola, British Virgin Islands, offers docking at Road Town Port. Travelers explore Sage Mountain and Cane Garden Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at The Baths. Local markets sell painkillers. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic hills and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes roti, a BVI favorite. Souvenirs, like shell 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. Tortola’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and marine adventures, making Tortola an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
San Juan, Puerto Rico — Day 7 of MS Rotterdam January 17, 2025 cruise
Day 7•Thursday, Jan 23

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 8 at sea — MS Rotterdam January 17, 2025 itinerary
Day 8•Friday, Jan 24

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 January 17, 2025 cruise
Day 9•Saturday, Jan 25

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 10 of MS Rotterdam January 17, 2025 cruise
Day 10•Sunday, Jan 26

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 - January 17, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

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January

Typical Weather

80°F

Average High

43°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

1.7 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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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
72 / 100
safer than 72% of all cruises
72
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.
7
/ 10
St. John's, Antigua
St. John's
St. John's is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance is advised due to potential petty theft and risks in certain neighborhoods after dark.
6
/ 10
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
Charlotte Amalie
Travelers should stay vigilant in Charlotte Amalie, avoiding isolated areas and being cautious in crowded spots to minimize crime risks.
7
/ 10
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Tortola
Tortola is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant and exercise caution, especially after dark.
6
/ 10
San Juan, Puerto Rico
San Juan
Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of 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 January 17, 2025 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the MS Rotterdam January 17, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 9-night route, January averages 82°F highs and 63°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the January 17, 2025 MS Rotterdam itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.2 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 6 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, January 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM and returns on Sunday, Jan 26th, 2025 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 9 nights.

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