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December 31, 2026
14 Night Southern Caribbean

MSC Opera December 31, 2026

The MSC Opera December 31, 2026 cruise departs from Bridgetown, Barbados. On this 14 Night Southern Caribbean (Bridgetown Roundtrip) sailing, the MSC Opera will visit a total of 10 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Thursday, Dec 31st and returns on Thursday, Jan 14th, 2027.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Bridgetown
Barbados
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
2
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MSC Opera · December 31, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Opera cruise ship departing December 31, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,513 ($180 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,533 ($181 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 1%.

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MSC Opera · December 31, 2026

The MSC Opera sails on December 31, 2026 for a 14 Night Southern Caribbean (Bridgetown Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Bridgetown, Barbados at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Bridgetown, Barbados on Jan 14th at 8:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the MSC Opera will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Southern Caribbean (Bridgetown Roundtrip)

  • DEC31
    Bridgetown, Barbados
    Bridgetown, Barbados
    A: — - D: 6:00 PM
  • JAN01
    Fort-De-France, Martinique
    Fort-De-France, Martinique
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • JAN02
    St. John's, Antigua
    St. John's, Antigua
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN03
    Tortola, British Virgin Islands
    Tortola, British Virgin Islands
    A: 6:30 AM - D: 2:30 PM
  • JAN04
    La Romana, Dominican Republic
    La Romana, Dominican Republic
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 10:30 PM
  • JAN05
    Samana, Dominican Republic
    Samana, Dominican Republic
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • JAN06
    Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda, B.v.i.
    Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda, B.v.i.
    A: 12:30 PM - D: 8:00 PM
  • JAN07
    Basseterre, St. Kitts
    Basseterre, St. Kitts
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • JAN08
    Philipsburg, St. Maarten
    Philipsburg, St. Maarten
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN09
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN10
    Catalina Island (isla Catalina), Dominican Republic
    Catalina Island (isla Catalina), Dominican Republic
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN11
    La Romana, Dominican Republic
    La Romana, Dominican Republic
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 10:30 PM
  • JAN12
    Catalina Island (isla Catalina), Dominican Republic
    Catalina Island (isla Catalina), Dominican Republic
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN13
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN14
    Bridgetown, Barbados
    Bridgetown, Barbados
    A: 8:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 31, 2026 · 14 Night Southern Caribbean (Bridgetown Roundtrip)

Bridgetown, Barbados
Day 1•Thursday, Dec 31

Bridgetown, Barbados

Arrival: —•Departure: 6:00 PM

Bridgetown, Barbados, offers docking at Bridgetown Port. Travelers explore Harrison’s Cave and Bathsheba Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Carlisle Bay. Local markets sell flying fish cutters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone caves and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cou-cou, a Bajan favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bajan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Bridgetown’s vibrant charm offers a lively Barbadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic beaches, making Bridgetown an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Fort-De-France, Martinique
Day 2•Friday, Jan 1

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. (126 words)

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St. John's, Antigua
Day 3•Saturday, Jan 2

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. (126 words)

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Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Day 4•Sunday, Jan 3

Tortola, British Virgin Islands

Arrival: 6:30 AM•Departure: 2:30 PM

Tortola, British Virgin Islands, offers docking at Road Town Port. Travelers explore Sage Mountain and Cane Garden Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at The Baths. Local markets sell painkillers. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic hills and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes roti, a BVI favorite. Souvenirs, like shell 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. Tortola’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and marine adventures, making Tortola an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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La Romana, Dominican Republic
Day 5•Monday, Jan 4

La Romana, Dominican Republic

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 10:30 PM

La Romana, Dominican Republic, offers docking at La Romana Port. Travelers explore Altos de Chavón and Saona Island. Excursions include snorkeling at Catalina Island. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial villages and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber 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. La Romana’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural villages and scenic islands, making La Romana an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Samana, Dominican Republic
Day 6•Tuesday, Jan 5

Samana, Dominican Republic

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Samana, Dominican Republic, offers docking at Samana Port. Travelers explore Los Haitises National Park and El Limón Waterfall. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures karst landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like coconut crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance waterfall hikes. Samana’s natural charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of lush parks and marine adventures, making Samana an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda, B.v.i.
Day 7•Wednesday, Jan 6

Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda, B.v.i.

Arrival: 12:30 PM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda, BVI, offers docking at Spanish Town Port. Travelers explore The Baths’ granite boulders and Devil’s Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at Savannah Bay. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo, a BVI favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Spanish Town’s island allure offers a vibrant BVI stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and marine adventures, making Spanish Town an engaging destination.

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Basseterre, St. Kitts
Day 8•Thursday, Jan 7

Basseterre, St. Kitts

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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. (126 words)

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Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Day 9•Friday, Jan 8

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. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 10•Saturday, Jan 9

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Catalina Island (isla Catalina), Dominican Republic
Day 11•Sunday, Jan 10

Catalina Island (isla Catalina), Dominican Republic

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Catalina Island (Isla Catalina), Dominican Republic, anchors offshore with zodiacs to the beach, a nature reserve. Travelers snorkel The Wall for coral drop-offs. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season December to April; boats from La Romana 20 USD. Photography captures sea fans. Dining limited to ship; local sancocho offered. Souvenirs include larimar pendants. Briefings stress reef protection.

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La Romana, Dominican Republic
Day 12•Monday, Jan 11

La Romana, Dominican Republic

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 10:30 PM

La Romana, Dominican Republic, offers docking at La Romana Port. Travelers explore Altos de Chavón and Saona Island. Excursions include snorkeling at Catalina Island. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial villages and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber 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. La Romana’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural villages and scenic islands, making La Romana an engaging destination. (126 words)

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Catalina Island (isla Catalina), Dominican Republic
Day 13•Tuesday, Jan 12

Catalina Island (isla Catalina), Dominican Republic

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Catalina Island (Isla Catalina), Dominican Republic, anchors offshore with zodiacs to the beach, a nature reserve. Travelers snorkel The Wall for coral drop-offs. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season December to April; boats from La Romana 20 USD. Photography captures sea fans. Dining limited to ship; local sancocho offered. Souvenirs include larimar pendants. Briefings stress reef protection.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 14•Wednesday, Jan 13

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Bridgetown, Barbados
Day 15•Thursday, Jan 14

Bridgetown, Barbados

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: —

Bridgetown, Barbados, offers docking at Bridgetown Port. Travelers explore Harrison’s Cave and Bathsheba Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Carlisle Bay. Local markets sell flying fish cutters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone caves and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cou-cou, a Bajan favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bajan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Bridgetown’s vibrant charm offers a lively Barbadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic beaches, making Bridgetown an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Weather Forecast

MSC Opera - December 31, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Bridgetown, Barbados

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December

Typical Weather

84°F

Average High

77°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

1.9 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
70 / 100
safer than 70% of all cruises
70
7
/ 10
Bridgetown, Barbados
Bridgetown
Travelers should stay vigilant in busy areas of Bridgetown, as petty crime and scams can occur, and secure personal belongings.
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
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
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Tortola
Tortola is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant and exercise caution, especially after dark.
7
/ 10
La Romana, Dominican Republic
La Romana
In La Romana, stay vigilant and take precautions in less populated areas to minimize crime risks while enjoying the attractions.
6
/ 10
Samana, Dominican Republic
Samana
Travelers in Samana should remain vigilant against petty theft and take standard precautions to ensure a safe visit.
8
/ 10
Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda, B.v.i.
Spanish Town
Spanish Town is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should stay vigilant against petty theft, especially in tourist areas.
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
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Philipsburg
Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.
8
/ 10
Catalina Island (isla Catalina), Dominican Republic
Catalina Island
Catalina Island is a low-crime, secure destination with organized tours and good security measures, ensuring a safe experience for travelers.

Cruise Ship

MSC Opera

⚓ Tonnage

65,591

vs avg 136,380

🛠️ Year Built

2,004

vs avg 2,013

📏 Length (ft)

902

vs avg 1,030

👥 Passenger Count

2,679

vs avg 4,494

The Opera has a construction date of 2004 and a total size of 65,591 gross tons. The ship measures 902 feet in length. MSC Opera is included in MSC’s Lirica class. At full capacity, the MSC Opera holds 2,679 passengers. That includes 1,951 cruise vacationers and 728 staff members. The Opera total number of staterooms is 1,068.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the MSC Opera sailing on December 31, 2026?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Bridgetown, Barbados.

What ports does the MSC Opera visit on the December 31, 2026 cruise?

This route includes bridgetown-barbados, fort-de-france-martinique, st-johns-antigua, tortola-british-virgin-islands, la-romana-dominican-republic, samana-dominican-republic, spanish-town-virgin-gorda-b-v-i, basseterre-st-kitts, philipsburg-st-maarten, catalina-island-isla-catalina-dominican-republic.

How many sea days are included on this MSC Opera December 31, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MSC Opera sailing on December 31, 2026?

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 MSC Opera itinerary?

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