MS Rotterdam - January 18, 2026 Itinerary Map with Port Markers
MS Rotterdam
Fort Lauderdale
Half Moon Cay, Ba
Willemstad, Curac

MS Rotterdam - January 18, 2026

The January 18, 2026 cruise on the MS Rotterdam departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 12 Night Panama Canal Discovery: Costa Rica & Greater Antilles (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 8 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Rotterdam sets sail on Sunday, Jan 18th and returns on Friday, Jan 30th.

12nights

January 18, 2026

Jan 18th - Jan 30th

MS Rotterdam

MS Rotterdam

Holland America Cruise Line

MS Rotterdam - January 18, 2026

12 Night Panama Canal Discovery: Costa Rica & Greater Antilles

from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Cruise Price - Historic & Current

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Rotterdam cruise ship departing January 18, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,619 ($135 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,613 ($135 per night), this represents a recent increase of 0%.

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$1,619
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oceanview
$2,219
($184 / night)
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balcony
$2,419
($201 / night)
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suite
$3,769
($314 / night)
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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 - January 18, 2026 - 12 Nights

DayDatePort
1Jan 17thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
2Jan 19thHalf Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
3Jan 19thAt Sea
4Jan 20thAt Sea
5Jan 22ndWillemstad, Curacao
6Jan 22ndAt Sea
7Jan 24thColon, Panama
7Jan 24thPanama Canal (cruise Into Canal)
8Jan 25thPuerto Limon, Costa Rica
9Jan 25thAt Sea
10Jan 27thFalmouth, Jamaica
11Jan 28thGeorge Town, Grand Cayman
12Jan 28thAt Sea
13Jan 30thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Cruise Itinerary

The MS Rotterdam sails on January 18, 2026 for a 12 Night Panama Canal Discovery: Costa Rica & Greater Antilles (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 30th at 6:00 AM. During the 14-day journey, the MS Rotterdam will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.

Day1
JAN 182026
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
JAN 192026
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
JAN 202026
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 212026
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!

Day5
JAN 222026
Netherlands Antilles
A:6:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Hospitable and always sunny, Curacao bids you a warm welcome. The friendly inhabitants, first class hotels, wonderful climate, crystal clear seawater, fascinating architecture, floating market, pontoon bridge, secluded bays, rich fauna and flora, and the many possibilities for excursions and entertainment make Curacao the tourist's paradise.

Day6
JAN 232026
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 242026
A:4:00 PMD:8:00 PM

Colon is one of Latin America's busiest commercial centers. Since 1953, it has had a free trade zone, where merchants can import and export goods without paying duties. The main streets of Colon are often crowded with sailors, traders, and tourists. The city has many bars, nightclubs, and gambling establishments. Colon also has duty-free shops, which sell many products at low prices.

Day7
JAN 242026
A:5:00 AMD:2:00 PM

Day8
JAN 252026
A:6:30 AMD:3:30 PM

The second-largest city in Costa Rica, Puerto Limon will leave you with a lifetime of memories. Soak in the distinct Caribbean flavor of the city's world-famous Carnivale de Limon. See the wonder of the sea turtle nesting grounds in Tortugero. Delight in the dolphins at Manzanillo National Park. Or, if ultimate relaxation is your goal, sprawl luxuriously on any of the area's lavish sand beaches.

Day9
JAN 262026
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!

Day10
JAN 272026
A:6:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Falmouth is the chief town and capital of the parish of Trelawny in Jamaica. It is situated on Jamaica's north coast 18 miles east of Montego Bay. It is noted for being one of the Caribbean's best-preserved Georgian towns. The town was meticulously planned from the start, with wide streets in a regular grid, adequate water supply, and public buildings. It had piped water earlier than New York City.

Day11
JAN 282026
A:6:00 AMD:3:00 PM

George Town is the capital of the Cayman Islands, and is situated directly on Grand Cayman. Once a center of turtle fishing, the area is now a popular tourist destination. Snorkeling and diving are especially popular, and the opportunity to swim with and feed the giant, graceful stingrays should not be missed. Don't worry--it is said that no one has ever been stung.

Day12
JAN 292026
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!

Day13
JAN 302026
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.