Caribbean from Miami
MSC Poesia
MSC Poesia
November 12, 2026
Caribbean from Miami

MSC Poesia - 11/12/2026

The November 12, 2026 cruise on the MSC Poesia departs from Miami, Florida. On this Caribbean from Miami sailing, the ship will visit a total of 13 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Poesia sets sail on Thursday, Nov 12th and returns on Thursday, Dec 3rd.

Cruise Length
21
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Miami
Florida
Port Stops
13
Sea Days
7

Cruise Pricing

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

MSC Poesia - November 12, 2026 - 21 Nights

DayDatePort
1Nov 11thMiami, Florida
2Nov 12thAt Sea
3Nov 13thAt Sea
4Nov 15thCharlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
5Nov 16thBasseterre, St. Kitts
6Nov 17thPhilipsburg, St. Maarten
7Nov 18thSt. John's, Antigua
8Nov 19thSan Juan, Puerto Rico
9Nov 20thPuerto Plata, Dominican Republic
10Nov 20thAt Sea
11Nov 22ndMiami, Florida
12Nov 22ndAt Sea
13Nov 24thOcho Rios, Jamaica
14Nov 24thAt Sea
15Nov 26thCartagena, Colombia
16Nov 27thColon, Panama
17Nov 28thPuerto Limon, Costa Rica
18Nov 28thAt Sea
19Nov 30thCoxen Hole, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
20Dec 1stBelize City, Belize
21Dec 1stAt Sea
22Dec 3rdMiami, Florida
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The MSC Poesia sails on November 12, 2026 for a Caribbean from Miami. The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Dec 3rd at 6:00 AM. During the 22-day journey, the MSC Poesia will visit 12 additional ports and will spend 7 days at sea.

Itinerary Safety Score

Based on my 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
61 / 100
safer than 61% of all cruises
61
7
/ 10
Miami, Florida
Miami
Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.
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.
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.
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.
6
/ 10
San Juan, Puerto Rico
San Juan
Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.
6
/ 10
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Puerto Plata
Travelers to Puerto Plata should remain vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours to enhance safety while exploring.
6
/ 10
Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Ocho Rios
Travelers in Ocho Rios should stay in tourist zones and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime and scams.
6
/ 10
Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena
Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.
5
/ 10
Colon, Panama
Colon
Travelers in Colon, Panama, should stay vigilant against crime, avoid less populated areas, and consider organized tours for safety.
6
/ 10
Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
Puerto Limon
Travelers to Puerto Limon should stay vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours for a safer experience.
7
/ 10
Coxen Hole, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
Coxen Hole
Coxen Hole is generally safe for tourists, but caution is advised at night due to moderate crime, including theft and scams.
5
/ 10
Belize City, Belize
Belize City
Travelers in Belize City should remain vigilant, avoid certain neighborhoods, and use organized excursions for safety.

Cruise Ship

MSC Poesia Size Infographic

MSC Poesia

93 k
tonnage
964 ft
length
2008
year built
1,272
cabins
3,605
passengers
1,027
crew

MSC POESIA SIZE

The Poesia has a construction date of 2008 and a total size of 92,627 gross tons. The ship measures 964 feet (294 meters) in length. MSC Poesia is included in MSC’s Musica Class. At full capacity, the MSC Poesia holds 4,632 passengers. That includes 3,605 cruise vacationers and 1,027 staff members. The Poesia total number of staterooms is 1,272.

MSC Poesia Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:92,627 GT
  • Length:964 ft (294 m)
  • Beam:106 ft (32 m)
  • Draft:26 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
  • Year Built:2008
  • Years Served:2008 - Present
  • Capacity:3,605
  • Crew Members:1,027
  • Total on Board:4,632
  • Total Staterooms:1,272
  • Flagged Country:Panama
  • Ship Cost:360 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see MSC Poesia age and stats vs all MSC ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for MSC Poesia Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
NOV 122026
United States
D: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. (126 words)

Day2
NOV 132026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day3
NOV 142026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day4
NOV 152026
U. S. Virgin Islands
A:7:00 AMD:5:00 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. (126 words)

Day5
NOV 162026
St Kitts And Nevis
A:7:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day6
NOV 172026
Netherlands Antilles
A:7:00 AMD: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)

Day7
NOV 182026
A:7:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day8
NOV 192026
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day9
NOV 202026
A:8:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, provides docking at Puerto Plata Port. Travelers explore Amber Museum and Mount Isabel de Torres. Excursions include snorkeling at Sosúa Beach. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Puerto Plata’s vibrant charm offers a dynamic Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic beaches, and Caribbean culture, making Puerto Plata an engaging destination for exploration.

Day10
NOV 212026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day11
NOV 222026
United States
A:6:00 AMD:5:00 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. (126 words)

Day12
NOV 232026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day13
NOV 242026
A:9:00 AMD:5:00 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. (126 words)

Day14
NOV 252026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day15
NOV 262026
A:6:00 AMD:4:00 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. (126 words)

Day16
NOV 272026
A:9:00 AMD:7:00 PM

Colón, Panama, offers docking at Colón Port. Travelers explore Gatun Locks and Fort San Lorenzo. Excursions include Emberá village tours. Local markets sell sancocho. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canal locks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance jungle walks. Colón’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Panamanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of canal engineering and indigenous heritage, making Colón an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day17
NOV 282026
A:6:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puerto Limon Port. Travelers explore Tortuguero Canals and Veragua Rainforest. Excursions include sloth sanctuary tours. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures jungle canals and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bribri history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest walks. Puerto Limon’s natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic canals, making Puerto Limon an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day18
NOV 292026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day19
NOV 302026
A:7:00 AMD:5:00 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. (126 words)

Day20
DEC 12026
A:6:00 AMD:2:00 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. (126 words)

Day21
DEC 22026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day22
DEC 32026
United States
A:6:00 AM

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. (126 words)