5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Key West (Jacksonville Roundtrip)
Norwegian Dawn
Norwegian Dawn
December 14, 2026
5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Key West

Norwegian Dawn - 12/14/2026

The December 14, 2026 cruise on the Norwegian Dawn departs from Jacksonville, Florida. On this 5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Key West (Jacksonville Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Dawn sets sail on Monday, Dec 14th and returns on Saturday, Dec 19th.

Cruise Length
5
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Jacksonville
Florida
Port Stops
3
Sea Days
2

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Dawn cruise ship departing December 14, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $599 ($120 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $560 ($113 per night), this represents a recent increase of 7%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Norwegian Dawn - December 14, 2026 - 5 Nights

DayDatePort
1Dec 13thJacksonville, Florida
2Dec 14thAt Sea
3Dec 16thKey West, Florida
4Dec 17thGreat Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
5Dec 17thAt Sea
6Dec 19thJacksonville, Florida

The Norwegian Dawn sails on December 14, 2026 for a 5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Key West (Jacksonville Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Jacksonville, Florida at 2:00 PM and will return to the port of Jacksonville, Florida on Dec 19th at 6:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Norwegian Dawn will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 2 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
80 / 100
safer than 80% of all cruises
80
7
/ 10
Jacksonville, Florida
Jacksonville
Jacksonville offers a generally safe environment for cruise travelers, but staying in tourist zones and remaining vigilant is advised.
8
/ 10
Key West, Florida
Key West
Visitors to Key West should remain vigilant against petty crime, particularly theft, while taking standard precautions to ensure safety.
10
/ 10
Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
Great Stirrup
Great Stirrup Cay provides a secure environment for cruise travelers, with safety enhanced by staying primarily on the ship.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Dawn Size Infographic

Norwegian Dawn

93 k
tonnage
965 ft
length
2002
year built
1,170
cabins
2,340
passengers
1,032
crew

NORWEGIAN DAWN SIZE

The Dawn has a construction date of 2002 and a total size of 92,250 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet (294 meters) in length. Norwegian Dawn is included in Norwegian’s Dawn Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Dawn holds 3,372 passengers. That includes 2,340 cruise vacationers and 1,032 staff members. The Dawn total number of staterooms is 1,170.

Norwegian Dawn Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:92,250 GT
  • Length:965 ft (294 m)
  • Beam:125 ft (38 m)
  • Draft:38 ft (12 m)
  • Max Speed:29 mph (25 kn)
  • Year Built:2002
  • Years Served:2002 - Present
  • Capacity:2,340
  • Crew Members:1,032
  • Total on Board:3,372
  • Total Staterooms:1,170
  • Flagged Country:Bahamas
  • Ship Cost:400 Million
  • Status:active

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

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Cruise Ports

Day1
DEC 142026
D:2:00 PM

Jacksonville, Florida, offers docking at JAXPORT. Travelers explore Cummer Museum and Jacksonville Zoo. Excursions include St. Augustine’s historic district. Local markets sell shrimp po’boys. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures riverfronts and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes crab cakes, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Timucuan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Jacksonville’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural museums and scenic rivers, making Jacksonville an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day2
DEC 152026
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
DEC 162026
United States
A:6:00 AMD:2:00 PM

Key West, Florida, offers docking at Mallory Square Port. Travelers explore Duval Street and Hemingway House. Excursions include snorkeling at Dry Tortugas. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful homes and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes conch fritters, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Conch Republic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Key West’s vibrant charm offers a lively American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of literary history and scenic coasts, making Key West an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day4
DEC 172026
A:8:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas (Cruise Line Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Bertram’s Cove and cabana areas. Excursions include snorkeling at coral reefs. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures palm-lined beaches 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. Great Stirrup Cay’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of serene beaches and marine activities, making Great Stirrup Cay an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day5
DEC 182026
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!

Day6
DEC 192026
A:6:00 AM

Jacksonville, Florida, offers docking at JAXPORT. Travelers explore Cummer Museum and Jacksonville Zoo. Excursions include St. Augustine’s historic district. Local markets sell shrimp po’boys. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures riverfronts and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes crab cakes, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Timucuan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Jacksonville’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural museums and scenic rivers, making Jacksonville an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)