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MSC Opera itinerary map for May 3, 2027 (14 nights)
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14 nights · 9 ports
Round-trip · La Romana, Dominican Republic
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MSC Opera
May 3, 2027

14-Night Southern Caribbean aboard MSC Opera · Departing May 3, 2027 from the Port of La Romana, Dominican Republic.

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// AT A GLANCE

MSC Opera May 3, 2027 Cruise Overview

MSC Opera leaves La Romana, Dominican Republic on Monday, May 3, 2027 at 11:30 PM and returns Monday, May 17 at 9:00 AM: 14 nights with 9 ports of call (Catalina Island, Spanish Town, Philipsburg, Fort-De-France, St. John's, La Romana, Bridgetown, Pointe-A-Pitre and Tortola) and 2 days at sea. MSC Opera sails this itinerary 31 times on the current schedule; the next departure after this one is May 31, 2027. May averages 87°F highs and 76°F lows across the ports on this route.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.0 out of 10, averaged across 9 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.0OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 70% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
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14
night cruise
Mon → Mon
02
La Romana
departure port
Dominican Republic
03
9
port stops
Caribbean
04
2
sea days
Day 7
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// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

MSC Opera May 3, 2027 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MSC Opera May 3, 2027 Price & Tracking

MSC OPERA·MAY 3, 2027

MSC Opera cruise departing May 3, 2027 — 14-night itinerary.

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// 03 · ITINERARY

14 Night Southern Caribbean (La Romana Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMAY 3, 2027
All 15 days of the MSC Opera May 3, 2027 cruise, including 2 days at sea. Arrival and departure times are local to each port, and the cruise line can change them before sailing.
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MSC Opera
MAY 3, 2027
15 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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14 NIGHTS · 8 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · LA ROMANA
// 04 · PORTS

14 Night Southern Caribbean (La Romana Roundtrip) Port List

MSC Opera·May 3, 2027
Day 7 · Sunday · May 9

At sea

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

Day 10 · Wednesday · May 12

At sea

Day at sea aboard the Opera.

// 05 · WEATHER

14 Night Southern Caribbean (La Romana Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

MSC Opera·May 3, 2027
MAY FORECAST · LA ROMANA
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
La Romana port guide
83°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
94°
AVG LOW
72°
AVG RAINFALL
2.6"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT LA ROMANA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
83°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Most Popular La Romana Shore Excursions

Independent shore excursions in every port on this MSC Opera itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.

9 PORTS OF CALL·490 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
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BEST LA ROMANA SHORE TOURS
OF 73
TOP PRODUCT
4.3(267)
$50

Bayahibe Jungle Buggy Expedition

Buggy Adventure in Bayahibe – Fun, adrenaline, and unforgettable landscapes! Ready for one of the most…
3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.7(159)
$65

Punta Cana Family Catamaran Cruise with Snorkeling Adventure

Un catamarán de tres horas con snorkel es una experiencia inolvidable para adultos y niños, ideal para…
3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.8(122)
$70

Private VIP SUV Transfer – PUJ Airport to/from Punta Cana Hotels

This is not a standard airport transfer — it is a private VIP transportation experience designed for comfort…
45 MINBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.8(114)
$26.25

Punta Cana Buggy Adventure + Cave Swim, Macau Beach & Experience

This tour is pure fun, contact with nature and an authentic way to get to know the real side of Punta Cana…
3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.8(63)
$35

Punta Cana Buggy + Cave Taina + Macau Beach + Dominican Culture

More than a journey, it's pure adrenaline. Enjoy vehicles with daily maintenance to avoid failures. route…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
4.7(60)
$15

PRiVATE TRANSFERS FROM PUNTA CANA AIRPORT TO HOTELS FAST SERVICES

This Punta Cana International Airport private airport transfer service is a very smart thing to book ahead of…
35 MINBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.9(43)
$46

ATV Adventure in the Dominican Countryside

This ATV tour is the perfect combination of adventure, connection with nature and local culture. More than…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.9(31)
$47

Punta Cana Snorkel Party Boat with Open Bar Crystal Turquoise sea

VIP Luxury Booze Cruise – Punta Cana 5-Star Crew | Snorkeling | Music | Dance | Sandbar | Pure Caribbean Fun…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR

These are the eight most reviewed. La Romana has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

14 Night Southern Caribbean (La Romana 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.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 70% of all cruises
7.0/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// 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.
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// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN09 PORTS
01

La Romana 🇩🇴

Dominican Republic · Dominican RepublicMODERATE

In La Romana, stay vigilant and take precautions in less populated areas to minimize crime risks while enjoying the attractions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Catalina Island (isla Catalina) 🇩🇴

Dominican Republic · Dominican RepublicMODERATE

Catalina Island is a low-crime, secure destination with organized tours and good security measures, ensuring a safe experience for travelers.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Spanish Town 🇻🇬

Virgin Gorda, B.v.i. · British Virgin IslandsMODERATE

Spanish Town is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should stay vigilant against petty theft, especially in tourist areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Philipsburg 🌍

St. Maarten · Netherlands AntillesMODERATE

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
05

Fort-De-France 🇲🇶

Martinique · MartiniqueMODERATE

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
06

St. John's 🌍

Antigua · AntiguaMODERATE

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
07

Bridgetown 🇧🇧

Barbados · BarbadosMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant in busy areas of Bridgetown, as petty crime and scams can occur, and secure personal belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
08

Pointe-A-Pitre 🇬🇵

Guadeloupe · GuadeloupeCAUTION

Pointe-à-Pitre is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty crime, especially in less populated areas at night.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
09

Tortola 🇻🇬

British Virgin Islands · British Virgin IslandsMODERATE

Tortola is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant and exercise caution, especially after dark.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MSC Opera Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsMSC
MSC Opera cruise ship exterior
MSC · LIRICA
CHRISTENED
2004
STATEROOMS
1,068
TONNAGE
65,591GT
51.9% BELOW AVG· vs avg 136,380 GT
YEAR BUILT
2004
9 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2013
LENGTH
902ft
12.4% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,030 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,679cruisers
40.4% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,494 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The MSC 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 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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// 09 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for yourMSC Opera·May 3, 2027sailing
  • Catalina Island (isla Catalina), Dominican Republic (Tue, May 4), Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda, B.v.i. (Wed, May 5), Philipsburg, St. Maarten (Thu, May 6), Fort-De-France, Martinique (Fri, May 7), St. John's, Antigua (Sat, May 8), La Romana, Dominican Republic (Mon, May 10), Catalina Island (isla Catalina), Dominican Republic (Tue, May 11), Bridgetown, Barbados (Thu, May 13), Fort-De-France, Martinique (Fri, May 14), Pointe-A-Pitre, Guadeloupe (Sat, May 15) and Tortola, British Virgin Islands (Sun, May 16), with 2 days at sea.

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Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 12, 2026
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