What ports does the MS Zaandam visit on March 14th, 2027?

This itinerary visits the following ports: 1. Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, 2. Cartagena, Colombia, 3. Panama Canal Transit, 4. Puerto Quepos, Costa Rica, 5. Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala, 6. Huatulco, Mexico, 7. Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, 8. Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, 9. San Diego, California.

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14 Night Panama Canal on Holland America MS Zaandam

March 14, 2027

MS Zaandam March 14, 2027

The MS Zaandam March 14, 2027 cruise departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 14 Night Panama Canal (Ft. Lauderdale To San Diego) sailing, the MS Zaandam will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Sunday, Mar 14th and returns on Sunday, Mar 28th, 2027.

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Departure Port

Fort Lauderdale

Florida

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MS Zaandam · March 14, 2027

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MS Zaandam · March 14, 2027

The MS Zaandam sails on March 14, 2027 for a 14 Night Panama Canal (Ft. Lauderdale To San Diego). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of San Diego, California on Mar 28th at 7:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the MS Zaandam will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 6 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Panama Canal (Ft. Lauderdale To San Diego)

MAR14
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
A: — - D: 4:00 PM
MAR15
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAR16
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAR17
Cartagena, Colombia
A: 7:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
MAR18
Panama Canal Transit
A: 6:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
MAR19
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAR20
Puerto Quepos, Costa Rica
A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
MAR21
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAR22
Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
A: 6:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
MAR23
Huatulco, Mexico
A: 11:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
MAR24
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAR25
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
A: 8:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
MAR26
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
A: 7:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
MAR27
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAR28
San Diego, California
A: 7:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

March 14, 2027 · 14 Night Panama Canal (Ft. Lauderdale To San Diego)

Day 1•Sunday, Mar 14

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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Day 2•Monday, Mar 15

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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Day 3•Tuesday, Mar 16

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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Day 4•Wednesday, Mar 17

Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 PM

Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 5•Thursday, Mar 18

Panama Canal Transit

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Panama Canal Transit, Panama, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Gatun Locks and Centennial Bridge from the ship. Excursions include canal history tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering marvels and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while binoculars enhance lock viewing. Panama Canal’s industrial allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering feats and scenic waterways, making the Panama Canal an engaging destination.

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Day 6•Friday, Mar 19

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 7•Saturday, Mar 20

Puerto Quepos, Costa Rica

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Puerto Quepos, Costa Rica, offers docking at Quepos Port. Travelers explore Manuel Antonio National Park’s beaches and wildlife. Excursions include zip-lining in rainforests. Local markets sell ceviche. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for nature tours. Photography captures monkeys and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes gallo pinto, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee beans, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Costa Rica’s biodiversity. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance park hikes. Puerto Quepos’ natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife, scenic beaches, and adventure activities, making Puerto Quepos an engaging destination for exploring Costa Rica’s Pacific coast and biodiversity.

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Day 8•Sunday, Mar 21

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 9•Monday, Mar 22

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala, offers docking at Puerto Quetzal Port. Travelers explore Antigua’s colonial streets and Pacaya Volcano. Excursions include coffee plantation tours. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cobblestone plazas and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes pepián, a Guatemalan favorite. Souvenirs, like textile crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Puerto Quetzal’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Guatemalan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and scenic volcanoes, making Puerto Quetzal an engaging destination.

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Day 10•Tuesday, Mar 23

Huatulco, Mexico

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Huatulco, Mexico, offers docking at Huatulco Port. Travelers explore Santa Cruz Bay and La Crucecita. Excursions include snorkeling at Maguey Bay. Local markets sell mole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pristine beaches and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes tlayudas, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like alebrije crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Zapotec history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Huatulco’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic bays and cultural villages, making Huatulco an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 11•Wednesday, Mar 24

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 12•Thursday, Mar 25

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 PM

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, offers docking at Puerto Vallarta Port. Travelers explore Malecón and Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. Excursions include snorkeling at Los Arcos. Local markets sell pozole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful boardwalks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes birria, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like huichol crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Jalisco history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Puerto Vallarta’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and marine adventures, making Puerto Vallarta an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 13•Friday, Mar 26

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 PM

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, offers docking at Cabo San Lucas Port. Travelers explore El Arco and Lover’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Santa Maria Cove. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rock formations and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cabo San Lucas’ coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and marine adventures, making Cabo an engaging destination.

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Day 14•Saturday, Mar 27

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 15•Sunday, Mar 28

San Diego, California

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

San Diego, California, offers docking at San Diego Port. Travelers explore Balboa Park and Gaslamp Quarter. Excursions visit La Jolla’s sea lions. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Spanish architecture and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes carne asada, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kumeyaay history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. San Diego’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural parks and scenic coasts, making San Diego an engaging destination.

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Weather Forecast

MS Zaandam - March 14, 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

67 / 100

safer than 67% of all cruises

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Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is secure, but travelers should stay vigilant and cautious in neighborhoods with higher crime rates.

/ 10

Cartagena

Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.

/ 10

Panama Canal

Cruise travelers at the Panama Canal Transit should remain aware of their surroundings while enjoying a secure and managed experience.

/ 10

Puerto Quepos

Puerto Quepos is generally safe for tourists, but staying vigilant against petty crime and securing belongings is essential.

/ 10

Puerto Quetzal

Travelers should remain vigilant in Puerto Quetzal due to crime risks and are advised to join organized tours for safety.

/ 10

Huatulco

Huatulco is generally safe for cruise travelers, but staying vigilant and securing belongings is advised due to potential petty theft.

/ 10

Puerto Vallarta

Travelers should remain vigilant and exercise caution against petty crime, especially outside tourist zones, while visiting Puerto Vallarta.

/ 10

Cabo San Lucas

While generally safe, travelers should remain vigilant in Cabo San Lucas, avoiding displaying valuables and staying in well-populated areas.

/ 10

San Diego

San Diego is generally safe for tourists, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas and secure their belongings.

Cruise Ship

⚓ Tonnage

61,396

vs avg 84,029

🛠️ Year Built

2,000

vs avg 2,008

📏 Length (ft)

778

vs avg 922

👥 Passenger Count

1,432

vs avg 2,157

The MS Zaandam has a construction date of 2000 and a total size of 61,396 gross tons. The ship measures 778 feet in length. MS Zaandam is included in Holland America’s Rotterdam Class class. At full capacity, the MS Zaandam holds 1,432 passengers. That includes 817 cruise vacationers and 615 staff members. The MS Zaandam total number of staterooms is 716.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the MS Zaandam sailing on March 14, 2027?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida.

What ports does the MS Zaandam visit on the March 14, 2027 cruise?

This route includes fort-lauderdale-florida, cartagena-colombia, panama-canal-transit, puerto-quepos-costa-rica, puerto-quetzal-guatemala, huatulco-mexico, puerto-vallarta-mexico, cabo-san-lucas-mexico, san-diego-california.

How many sea days are included on this MS Zaandam March 14, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 6 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Zaandam sailing on March 14, 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 Zaandam itinerary?

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Last Updated: Apr 2, 2026