ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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4:00 PM
Embarkation day. MS Rotterdam sails at 4:00 PM.
11 nights · 8 ports
Round-trip · Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Holland AmericaMS Rotterdam
MS Rotterdam
February 23, 2027
11-Night Eastern Caribbean: Windward & Leeward Islands aboard MS Rotterdam · Departing February 23, 2027 from the Port of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Interior from$1,499/ guest· Prices updated Oct 10, 2026
// AT A GLANCE
MS Rotterdam February 23, 2027 Cruise Overview
MS Rotterdam leaves Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Tuesday, February 23, 2027 at 4:00 PM and returns Saturday, March 6 at 7:00 AM: 11 nights with 7 ports of call (Philipsburg, St. John's, Roseau, Fort-De-France, Basseterre, San Juan and Half Moon Cay) and 3 days at sea. MS Rotterdam sails this itinerary 6 times on the current schedule; the next departure after this one is March 16, 2027. The lowest fare today is $1,499 per person for an inside cabin (about $136 a night). Since we started tracking it in March 2025, the inside fare has ranged from $1,238 to $1,839; today’s is $261 above the lowest. February averages 83°F highs and 69°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.1 out of 10, averaged across 8 ports. Oceanview cabins rose $200 on Oct 10.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
MS Rotterdam February 23, 2027 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE
MS Rotterdam February 23, 2027 Price & Tracking
MS ROTTERDAM·FEBRUARY 23, 2027
The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Rotterdam cruise ship departing February 23, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,499 ($137 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,575 ($144 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 5%.
MS Rotterdam cruise departing February 23, 2027 — 11-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,499 ($137 per night). Average price: $1,575.
// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,470
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
MS Rotterdam · February 23, 2027
$1,499
$137 per night · 11 nights
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2% above average
Avg $1,470
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// 03 · ITINERARY
11 Night Eastern Caribbean: Windward & Leeward Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapFEBRUARY 23, 2027
All 12 days of the MS Rotterdam February 23, 2027 cruise, including 3 days at sea. Arrival and departure times are local to each port, and the cruise line can change them before sailing.
// 04 · PORTS
11 Night Eastern Caribbean: Windward & Leeward Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Port List
MS Rotterdam·February 23, 2027
Day 2 · Wednesday · Feb 24
At sea
Day at sea aboard the MS Rotterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Sun Bar & Photo Shop.
Day 3 · Thursday · Feb 25
At sea
Day at sea aboard the MS Rotterdam.
Day 10 · Thursday · Mar 4
At sea
Day at sea aboard the MS Rotterdam.
// 05 · WEATHER
11 Night Eastern Caribbean: Windward & Leeward Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Weather Forecast
MS Rotterdam·February 23, 2027
// YEAR-ROUND AT FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Most Popular Fort Lauderdale Shore Excursions
Independent shore excursions in every port on this MS Rotterdam itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.
8 PORTS OF CALL·639 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST FORT LAUDERDALE SHORE TOURSBest Fort Lauderdale Shore ToursCURATED FROM 70 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT
OF 70TOP PRODUCT
4.1(2,002)
$47.46
Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tours & Rides
Explore the Florida Everglades at Everglades Holiday Park located in Fort Lauderdale with an Airboat Tour…
1.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.6(790)
$58
Everglades VIP Airboat Tour with Transportation Included
Explore the Florida Everglades as you glide across the River of Grass on an hour-long airboat tour with the…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(752)
$295
Everglades National Park Biologist Led Adventure: Cruise, Hike + Airboat
Explore the real Everglades on a full-day guided tour, led by a master naturalist. This is a comprehensive…
10 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
4.9(112)
$2,600
Private Yacht Cruise through Fort Lauderdale
Our PRIVATE AFFORDABLE LUXURY YACHT Cruise through Fort Lauderdale aboard a 690 Marquis. It is Your unique…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
4.6(108)
$135
SUV Ft Lauderdale to Miami Port & Hotel or Mia to Ft Lauderdale
Fully Licensed and Insurance. Miami Luxury Shuttle specializes in Ft. Lauderdale Car Service to Miami and…
45 MINBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
5.0(96)
$134.50
Fort Lauderdale Private Yacht Tour & Sandbar Swim
Book a private Fort Lauderdale yacht charter for your own group of up to 12 guests—without sharing the boat…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.9(95)
$795
14 Pass Sprinter Party Bus Ft Lauderdale 3 hour , DreamRide
We are a 24/7 operation. New Luxury 14 passenger Vehicles, private rides, This is not a shared ride. Enjoy…
3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.4(82)
$142.50
Private Transportation Service Fort Lauderdale FLL - Miami
Pick up at Fort Lauderdale International Airport at Scheduled Time Transfer to your Hotel in Miami…
45 MINBOOK ON VIATOR
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AFFILIATEPER-CARD ATTRIBUTION
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE
Itinerary Safety Score
11 Night Eastern Caribbean: Windward & Leeward Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)
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.
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.
Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.
8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN08 PORTS
Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is secure, but travelers should stay vigilant and cautious in neighborhoods with higher crime rates.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
St. John's is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance is advised due to potential petty theft and risks in certain neighborhoods after dark.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Roseau is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's important to stay vigilant in crowded areas and secure your valuables.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Fort-De-France is generally safe for tourists, but staying vigilant, especially in crowded areas, is essential to avoid petty theft.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Basseterre is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's wise to stay vigilant against petty theft and avoid poorly lit areas at night.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Half Moon Cay ensures guest safety with strong security measures and controlled access, minimizing crime risks for a worry-free visit.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP
MS Rotterdam Ship Overview
Specs & DetailsHOLLAND AMERICA
TONNAGE
99,863GT
18.8% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 84,029 GT
YEAR BUILT
2021
13 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2008
LENGTH
975ft
5.7% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 922 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
3,218cruisers
49.2% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 2,157 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP
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.
// 09 · MORE CRUISES
More MS Rotterdam cruises
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// 09 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourMS Rotterdam·February 23, 2027sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 10, 2026
