MS Rotterdam itinerary map for March 16, 2027
MS Rotterdam

11 Night Eastern Caribbean: Windward & Leeward Islands on Holland America MS Rotterdam

March 16, 2027

MS Rotterdam March 16, 2027

The MS Rotterdam March 16, 2027 cruise departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 11 Night Eastern Caribbean: Windward & Leeward Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the MS Rotterdam will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Tuesday, Mar 16th and returns on Saturday, Mar 27th, 2027.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Fort Lauderdale
Florida
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
3
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MS Rotterdam · March 16, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Rotterdam cruise ship departing March 16, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,399 ($128 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,627 ($148 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 14%.

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MS Rotterdam · March 16, 2027

The MS Rotterdam sails on March 16, 2027 for a 11 Night Eastern Caribbean: Windward & Leeward Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Mar 27th at 7:00 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: Windward & Leeward Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

  • MAR16
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR19
    Philipsburg, St. Maarten
    Philipsburg, St. Maarten
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR20
    St. John's, Antigua
    St. John's, Antigua
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR21
    Roseau, Dominica
    Roseau, Dominica
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR22
    Fort-De-France, Martinique
    Fort-De-France, Martinique
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR23
    Basseterre, St. Kitts
    Basseterre, St. Kitts
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR24
    Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
    Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAR25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR26
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAR27
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

March 16, 2027 · 11 Night Eastern Caribbean: Windward & Leeward Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Day 1•Tuesday, Mar 16

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 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.

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At Sea
Day 2•Wednesday, Mar 17

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 3•Thursday, Mar 18

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Day 4•Friday, Mar 19

Philipsburg, St. Maarten

Arrival: 8:00 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.

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St. John's, Antigua
Day 5•Saturday, Mar 20

St. John's, Antigua

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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.

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Roseau, Dominica
Day 6•Sunday, Mar 21

Roseau, Dominica

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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.

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Fort-De-France, Martinique
Day 7•Monday, Mar 22

Fort-De-France, Martinique

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Fort-de-France, Martinique, offers docking at Fort-de-France Port. Travelers explore Fort St. Louis and Balata Gardens. Excursions include snorkeling at Anse Dufour. Local markets sell accras. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes colombo, a Martinican favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Fort-de-France’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Martinican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and scenic gardens, making Fort-de-France an engaging destination for exploration.

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Basseterre, St. Kitts
Day 8•Tuesday, Mar 23

Basseterre, St. Kitts

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

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Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
Day 9•Wednesday, Mar 24

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 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.

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At Sea
Day 10•Thursday, Mar 25

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
Day 11•Friday, Mar 26

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 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 12•Saturday, Mar 27

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

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.

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Weather Forecast

MS Rotterdam - March 16, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

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March

Typical Weather

85°F

Average High

52°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.07in

Daily average

2.2 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
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
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.
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
Fort-De-France, Martinique
Fort-De-France
Fort-De-France is generally safe for tourists, but staying vigilant, especially in crowded areas, is essential to avoid petty theft.
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.
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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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the MS Rotterdam sailing on March 16, 2027?

This is a 11-night cruise itinerary departing from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida.

What ports does the MS Rotterdam visit on the March 16, 2027 cruise?

This route includes fort-lauderdale-florida, philipsburg-st-maarten, st-johns-antigua, roseau-dominica, fort-de-france-martinique, basseterre-st-kitts, charlotte-amalie-st-thomas, half-moon-cay-bahamas-private-island.

How many sea days are included on this MS Rotterdam March 16, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 3 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Rotterdam sailing on March 16, 2027?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this MS Rotterdam itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Apr 2, 2026