MS Rotterdam itinerary map for December 22, 2026 (11 nights)
MS Rotterdam itinerary map for December 22, 2026 (11 nights)
11 nights · 8 ports
Round-trip · Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Holland AmericaMS Rotterdam

MS Rotterdam
December 22, 2026

11-Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday: Windward & Leeward Islands aboard MS Rotterdam · Departing December 22, 2026 from the Port of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Interior from$1,799/ guest · taxes & fees incl.
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This 11-night cruise aboard the MS Rotterdam departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Tuesday, December 22, 2026 and returns on Saturday, Jan 2nd. December weather across this route averages 83°/67°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $1,799.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.1 out of 10, averaged across 8 ports.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Fort Lauderdale
Florida
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
3

Cruise Price - MS Rotterdam December 22, 2026

MS Rotterdam · December 22, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Rotterdam cruise ship departing December 22, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,799 ($164 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,946 ($177 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 8%.

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Inside
$1,799
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Oceanview
$2,099
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Balcony
$2,699
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Suite
$4,299

Price History – MS Rotterdam December 22, 2026

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MS Rotterdam
December 22, 2026
$1,799
8% vs avg: $1,946

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 11 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday: Windward & Leeward Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

MS Rotterdam · December 22, 2026

The MS Rotterdam sails on December 22, 2026 for a 11 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday: Windward & Leeward Islands (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 2nd at 6:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the MS Rotterdam will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

11 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday: Windward & Leeward Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

  • DEC22
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC23
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC24
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC25
    Philipsburg, St. Maarten
    Philipsburg, St. Maarten
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC26
    Basseterre, St. Kitts
    Basseterre, St. Kitts
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC27
    Roseau, Dominica
    Roseau, Dominica
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC28
    Castries, St. Lucia
    Castries, St. Lucia
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC29
    St. John's, Antigua
    St. John's, Antigua
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC30
    Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
    Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • DEC31
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN01
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • JAN02
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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MS Rotterdam Cruise Ports

December 22, 2026 · 11 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday: Windward & Leeward Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 1 of MS Rotterdam December 22, 2026 cruise
Day 1•Tuesday, Dec 22

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 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 22, 2026 itinerary
Day 2•Wednesday, 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.

Day 3 at sea — MS Rotterdam December 22, 2026 itinerary
Day 3•Thursday, Dec 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.

Philipsburg, St. Maarten — Day 4 of MS Rotterdam December 22, 2026 cruise
Day 4•Friday, Dec 25

Philipsburg, St. Maarten

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Philipsburg, St. Maarten, offers docking at Philipsburg Port. Travelers explore Front Street and Maho Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Cupecoy Bay. Local markets sell guavaberry liqueur. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures plane landings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Maarten favorite. Souvenirs, like Dutch 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. Philipsburg’s vibrant charm offers a lively stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of bustling markets and scenic beaches, making Philipsburg an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Basseterre, St. Kitts — Day 5 of MS Rotterdam December 22, 2026 cruise
Day 5•Saturday, Dec 26

Basseterre, St. Kitts

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Basseterre, St. Kitts, offers docking at Port Zante. Travelers explore Brimstone Hill Fortress and Romney Manor. Excursions include snorkeling at Shitten Bay. Local markets sell johnnycakes. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes goat water, a St. Kitts 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. Basseterre’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO fortresses and scenic beaches, making Basseterre an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Roseau, Dominica — Day 6 of MS Rotterdam December 22, 2026 cruise
Day 6•Sunday, Dec 27

Roseau, Dominica

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Roseau, Dominica, offers docking at Roseau Port. Travelers explore Trafalgar Falls and Morne Trois Pitons. Excursions include snorkeling at Champagne Reef. Local markets sell callaloo soup. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rainforests and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes mountain chicken, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like basket crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance waterfall hikes. Roseau’s natural charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of lush rainforests and marine adventures, making Roseau an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Castries, St. Lucia — Day 7 of MS Rotterdam December 22, 2026 cruise
Day 7•Monday, Dec 28

Castries, St. Lucia

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Castries, St. Lucia, offers docking at Castries Port. Travelers explore Pigeon Island and Sulphur Springs. Excursions include snorkeling at Anse Chastanet. Local markets sell green fig salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Piton peaks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Lucian favorite. Souvenirs, like cocoa 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. Castries’ vibrant charm offers a lively St. Lucian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Castries an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
St. John's, Antigua — Day 8 of MS Rotterdam December 22, 2026 cruise
Day 8•Tuesday, Dec 29

St. John's, Antigua

Arrival: 7:00 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 9 of MS Rotterdam December 22, 2026 cruise
Day 9•Wednesday, Dec 30

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 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
Day 10 at sea — MS Rotterdam December 22, 2026 itinerary
Day 10•Thursday, Dec 31

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 11 of MS Rotterdam December 22, 2026 cruise
Day 11•Friday, Jan 1

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 12 of MS Rotterdam December 22, 2026 cruise
Day 12•Saturday, Jan 2

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 22, 2026 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

MS Rotterdam Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

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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
71 / 100
safer than 71% of all cruises
71
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
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Philipsburg
Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.
7
/ 10
Basseterre, St. Kitts
Basseterre
Basseterre is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's wise to stay vigilant against petty theft and avoid poorly lit areas at night.
7
/ 10
Roseau, Dominica
Roseau
Roseau is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's important to stay vigilant in crowded areas and secure your valuables.
7
/ 10
Castries, St. Lucia
Castries
Castries is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and protect belongings.
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.
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 22, 2026 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the MS Rotterdam December 22, 2026 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,799 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

What's the weather like on the MS Rotterdam December 22, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 11-night route, December averages 83°F highs and 67°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the December 22, 2026 MS Rotterdam itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.1 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 8 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 Tuesday, December 22, 2026 at 3:00 PM and returns on Saturday, Jan 2nd, 2027 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 11 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Rotterdam sailing on December 22, 2026?▾

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

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Last Updated: May 21, 2026