MSC Seaside itinerary map for January 5, 2025 (14 nights)
MSC Seaside itinerary map for January 5, 2025 (14 nights)
14 nights · 8 ports
Round-trip · Miami, Florida
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MSC Seaside
January 5, 2025

14-Night Caribbean & Bahamas aboard MSC Seaside · Departing January 5, 2025 from the Port of Miami, Florida.

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This 14-night cruise aboard the Seaside departs from Miami, Florida on Sunday, January 5, 2025 and returns on Sunday, Jan 19th. January weather across this route averages 82°/58°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.8 out of 10, averaged across 8 ports. Suite cabins rose $1 on Jan 4.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Miami
Florida
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
4

Cruise Price - MSC Seaside January 5, 2025

MSC Seaside · January 5, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Seaside cruise ship departing January 5, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,301 ($93 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,087 ($78 per night), this represents a recent increase of 20%.

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Inside
$1,301
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Oceanview
$1,421
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Balcony
$1,741
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Suite
$3,731

Price History – MSC Seaside January 5, 2025

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MSC Seaside
January 5, 2025
$1,301
20% vs avg: $1,087

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

MSC Seaside · January 5, 2025

The MSC Seaside sails on January 5, 2025 for a 14 Night Caribbean & Bahamas (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Jan 19th at 6:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the MSC Seaside will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Caribbean & Bahamas (Miami Roundtrip)

  • JAN05
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN06
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN07
    Costa Maya, Mexico
    Costa Maya, Mexico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • JAN08
    Cozumel, Mexico
    Cozumel, Mexico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN09
    Coxen Hole, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
    Coxen Hole, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • JAN10
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN11
    Ocean Cay Msc Marine Reserve, Bahamas
    Ocean Cay Msc Marine Reserve, Bahamas
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • JAN12
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN13
    Ocean Cay Msc Marine Reserve, Bahamas
    Ocean Cay Msc Marine Reserve, Bahamas
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • JAN14
    Nassau, Bahamas
    Nassau, Bahamas
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN15
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN16
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN17
    Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
    Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN19
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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MSC Seaside Cruise Ports

January 5, 2025 · 14 Night Caribbean & Bahamas (Miami Roundtrip)

Miami, Florida — Day 1 of MSC Seaside January 5, 2025 cruise
Day 1•Sunday, Jan 5

Miami, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 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.

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Day 2 at sea — MSC Seaside January 5, 2025 itinerary
Day 2•Monday, Jan 6

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Costa Maya, Mexico — Day 3 of MSC Seaside January 5, 2025 cruise
Day 3•Tuesday, Jan 7

Costa Maya, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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 LinkPort Excursions Link
Cozumel, Mexico — Day 4 of MSC Seaside January 5, 2025 cruise
Day 4•Wednesday, Jan 8

Cozumel, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 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 LinkPort Excursions Link
Coxen Hole, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras — Day 5 of MSC Seaside January 5, 2025 cruise
Day 5•Thursday, Jan 9

Coxen Hole, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 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 LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 6 at sea — MSC Seaside January 5, 2025 itinerary
Day 6•Friday, Jan 10

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Ocean Cay Msc Marine Reserve, Bahamas — Day 7 of MSC Seaside January 5, 2025 cruise
Day 7•Saturday, Jan 11

Ocean Cay Msc Marine Reserve, Bahamas

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Ocean Cay Msc Marine Reserve, Bahamas — Day 9 of MSC Seaside January 5, 2025 cruise
Day 9•Monday, Jan 13

Ocean Cay Msc Marine Reserve, Bahamas

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Returning to Ocean Cay Msc Marine Reserve, Bahamas — see Day 7 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Nassau, Bahamas — Day 10 of MSC Seaside January 5, 2025 cruise
Day 10•Tuesday, Jan 14

Nassau, Bahamas

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Nassau, Bahamas, offers docking at Prince George Wharf. Travelers explore Atlantis Resort and Straw Market. Excursions include snorkeling at Rose Island. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like straw crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Nassau’s vibrant charm offers a lively Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of resort thrills and cultural markets, making Nassau an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 11 at sea — MSC Seaside January 5, 2025 itinerary
Day 11•Wednesday, Jan 15

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

San Juan, Puerto Rico — Day 12 of MSC Seaside January 5, 2025 cruise
Day 12•Thursday, Jan 16

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic — Day 13 of MSC Seaside January 5, 2025 cruise
Day 13•Friday, Jan 17

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 14 at sea — MSC Seaside January 5, 2025 itinerary
Day 14•Saturday, Jan 18

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Weather Forecast

MSC Seaside - January 5, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Miami, Florida

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January

Typical Weather

80°F

Average High

43°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

1.7 in monthly total

MSC Seaside Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

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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
68
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.
7
/ 10
Costa Maya, Mexico
Costa Maya
Costa Maya offers a secure cruise port environment, but travelers should remain cautious of petty theft in less populated areas outside.
7
/ 10
Cozumel, Mexico
Cozumel
Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.
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.
9
/ 10
Ocean Cay Msc Marine Reserve, Bahamas
Ocean Cay
Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve in the Bahamas provides a secure environment for cruise travelers with strong security and safety guidelines.
6
/ 10
Nassau, Bahamas
Nassau
Travelers in Nassau should stay vigilant, stick to well-populated areas, and be aware of their surroundings to ensure safety.
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.

Cruise Ship

MSC Seaside

⚓ Tonnage

169,400

vs avg 136,380

🛠️ Year Built

2,017

vs avg 2,013

📏 Length (ft)

1,060

vs avg 1,030

👥 Passenger Count

5,331

vs avg 4,494

The Seaside has a construction date of 2017 and a total size of 169,400 gross tons. The ship measures 1,060 feet in length. MSC Seaside is included in MSC’s Seaside class. At full capacity, the MSC Seaside holds 5,331 passengers. That includes 3,918 cruise vacationers and 1,413 staff members. The Seaside total number of staterooms is 2,017.

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MSC Seaside January 5, 2025 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the MSC Seaside January 5, 2025 cruise?▾

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What's the weather like on the MSC Seaside January 5, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 14-night route, January averages 82°F highs and 58°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the January 5, 2025 MSC Seaside 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 Seaside sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The MSC Seaside departs Miami, Florida on Sunday, January 5, 2025 at 5:00 PM and returns on Sunday, Jan 19th, 2025 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 14 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the MSC Seaside sailing on January 5, 2025?▾

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

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Last Updated: May 21, 2026