MSC Magnifica itinerary map for December 22, 2023 (14 nights)

MSC Magnifica — December 22, 202314-Night Western Caribbean & Bahamas on MSC

This 14-night cruise aboard the Magnifica departs from Miami, Florida on Friday, December 22, 2023 and returns on Friday, Jan 5th. December weather across this route averages 83°/59°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.8 out of 10, averaged across 8 ports.

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 14 Night Western Caribbean & Bahamas (Miami Roundtrip)

MSC Magnifica · December 22, 2023

The MSC Magnifica sails on December 22, 2023 for a 14 Night Western Caribbean & Bahamas (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Jan 5th at 6:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the MSC Magnifica will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Western Caribbean & Bahamas (Miami Roundtrip)

DEC22
Miami, Florida
A: — - D: 4:00 PM
DEC23
Ocean Cay Msc Marine Reserve, Bahamas
A: 6:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
DEC24
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC25
Ocho Rios, Jamaica
A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
DEC26
George Town, Grand Cayman
A: 6:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
DEC27
Cozumel, Mexico
A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
DEC28
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC29
Miami, Florida
A: 6:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
DEC30
Ocean Cay Msc Marine Reserve, Bahamas
A: 6:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
DEC31
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN01
Coxen Hole, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
A: 10:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
JAN02
Belize City, Belize
A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
JAN03
Costa Maya, Mexico
A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
JAN04
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN05
Miami, Florida
A: 6:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

December 22, 2023 · 14 Night Western Caribbean & Bahamas (Miami Roundtrip)

Day 1•Friday, Dec 22

Miami, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 PM

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco 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. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast.

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Day 2•Saturday, Dec 23

Ocean Cay Msc Marine Reserve, Bahamas

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, Bahamas, offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Ocean Cay’s beaches and coral reefs. Excursions include snorkeling and kayaking. 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 reef exploration. Ocean Cay’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine activities, making Ocean Cay an engaging destination.

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Day 3•Sunday, Dec 24

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Magnifica — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 4•Monday, Dec 25

Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Ocho Rios, Jamaica, offers docking at Ocho Rios Port. Travelers explore Dunn’s River Falls and Mystic Mountain. Excursions include bobsledding and ziplining. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures waterfalls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ackee and saltfish, a Jamaican favorite. Souvenirs, like reggae crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance waterfall climbs. Ocho Rios’ adventurous allure offers a vibrant Jamaican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and thrilling activities, making Ocho Rios an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 5•Tuesday, Dec 26

George Town, Grand Cayman

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 PM

George Town, Grand Cayman, offers docking at George Town Port. Travelers explore Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City. Excursions include snorkeling at Coral Gardens. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes conch chowder, a Caymanian favorite. Souvenirs, like turtle crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. George Town’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Cayman stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine adventures, making George Town an engaging destination.

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Day 6•Wednesday, Dec 27

Cozumel, Mexico

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Cozumel, Mexico, offers docking at Cozumel Port. Travelers explore Chankanaab Park and San Gervasio ruins. Excursions include snorkeling at Palancar Reef. Local markets sell tacos. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like Mayan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cozumel’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Cozumel an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 7•Thursday, Dec 28

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Magnifica — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 8•Friday, Dec 29

Miami, Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Returning to Miami, Florida — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 9•Saturday, Dec 30

Ocean Cay Msc Marine Reserve, Bahamas

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Returning to Ocean Cay Msc Marine Reserve, Bahamas — see Day 2 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 10•Sunday, Dec 31

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Magnifica — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 11•Monday, Jan 1

Coxen Hole, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Coxen Hole, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras, offers docking at Coxen Hole Port. Travelers explore West Bay Beach and Gumbalimba Park. Excursions include snorkeling at Mesoamerican Reef. Local markets sell baleadas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sopa de caracol, a Honduran favorite. Souvenirs, like mahogany crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Garifuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Coxen Hole’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Honduran stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of beaches and marine adventures, making Coxen Hole an engaging destination.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 12•Tuesday, Jan 2

Belize City, Belize

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Belize City, Belize, offers docking at Belize City Port. Travelers explore Altun Ha ruins and Belize Zoo. Excursions include snorkeling at Hol Chan Marine Reserve. Local markets sell fry jacks. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan pyramids and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes rice and beans, a Belizean favorite. Souvenirs, like mahogany crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Belize City’s cultural allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Belize City an engaging destination.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 13•Wednesday, Jan 3

Costa Maya, Mexico

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Costa Maya, Mexico, offers docking at Costa Maya Port. Travelers explore Chacchoben ruins and Bacalar Lagoon. Excursions include snorkeling at Mahahual Reef. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan temples and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cochinita pibil, a Yucatecan favorite. Souvenirs, like woven crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Costa Maya’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic lagoons, making Costa Maya an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 14•Thursday, Jan 4

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Magnifica — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 15•Friday, Jan 5

Miami, Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Miami, Florida — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

MSC Magnifica - December 22, 2023 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Miami, Florida

⛅

December

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

45°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

2.0 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

68 / 100

safer than 68% of all cruises

/ 10

Miami

Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.

/ 10

Ocean Cay

Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve in the Bahamas provides a secure environment for cruise travelers with strong security and safety guidelines.

/ 10

Ocho Rios

Travelers in Ocho Rios should stay in tourist zones and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime and scams.

/ 10

George Town

George Town, Grand Cayman, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a strong local law enforcement presence.

/ 10

Cozumel

Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.

/ 10

Coxen Hole

Coxen Hole is generally safe for tourists, but caution is advised at night due to moderate crime, including theft and scams.

/ 10

Belize City

Travelers in Belize City should remain vigilant, avoid certain neighborhoods, and use organized excursions for safety.

/ 10

Costa Maya

Costa Maya offers a secure cruise port environment, but travelers should remain cautious of petty theft in less populated areas outside.

Cruise Ship

⚓ Tonnage

95,128

vs avg 136,380

🛠️ Year Built

2,010

vs avg 2,013

📏 Length (ft)

963

vs avg 1,030

👥 Passenger Count

3,223

vs avg 4,494

The Magnifica has a construction date of 2010 and a total size of 95,128 gross tons. The ship measures 963 feet in length. MSC Magnifica is included in MSC’s Musica class. At full capacity, the MSC Magnifica holds 3,223 passengers. That includes 2,196 cruise vacationers and 1,027 staff members. The Magnifica total number of staterooms is 1,256.

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What's the weather like on the MSC Magnifica December 22, 2023 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 14-night route, December averages 83°F highs and 59°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the December 22, 2023 MSC Magnifica itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.8 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 MSC Magnifica sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The MSC Magnifica departs Miami, Florida on Friday, December 22, 2023 at 4:00 PM and returns on Friday, Jan 5th, 2024 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 14 nights.

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