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Norwegian Escape itinerary map for September 8, 2025 (11 nights)
Norwegian Escape itinerary map for September 8, 2025 (11 nights)
11 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · New York, New York
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Norwegian Escape
September 8, 2025

11-Night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & St. Lucia aboard Norwegian Escape · Departing September 8, 2025 from the Port of New York, New York.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 11-night cruise aboard the Escape departs from New York, New York on Monday, September 8, 2025 and returns on Friday, Sep 19th. September weather across this route averages 89°/68°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.5 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
6.5OUT OF 10
CAUTION TIER
Safer than 65% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
11
night cruise
Mon → Fri
02
New York
departure port
New York
03
6
port stops
Republic
04
5
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS
01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

The Norwegian Escape, operated by Norwegian Cruise Line, sets sail on Monday, September 8, 2025 from New York, New York for a 11-night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & St. Lucia cruise. This itinerary includes 6 unique port stops and 5 days at sea. September weather across the route averages 89°F highs and 68°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 6.5 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Norwegian Escape sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Norwegian Escape September 8, 2025 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Norwegian Escape September 8, 2025 Price & Tracking

NORWEGIAN ESCAPE·SEPTEMBER 8, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Escape cruise ship departing September 8, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $864 ($79 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,051 ($96 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 18%.

Norwegian Escape cruise departing September 8, 2025 — 11-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $864 ($79 per night). Average price: $1,051.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $861
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Norwegian Escape · September 8, 2025
$864
$79 per night · 11 nights
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0% above average
Avg $861

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// 03 · ITINERARY

11 Night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & St. Lucia (New York Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapSEPTEMBER 8, 2025
The Norwegian Escape sails on September 8, 2025 for a 11 Night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & St. Lucia (New York Roundtrip) (New York Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of New York, New York at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of New York, New York on Sep 19th at 8:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the Norwegian Escape will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Norwegian Escape
SEPTEMBER 8, 2025
12 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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11 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · NEW YORK
// 04 · PORTS

11 Night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & St. Lucia (New York Roundtrip) Port List

Norwegian Escape·September 8, 2025
New York, New York — Day 1 of Norwegian Escape September 8, 2025 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
MONDAY·SEP 8

New York

New York
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
4:00 PM

New York, New York, offers docking at Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Travelers explore Statue of Liberty and Central Park. Excursions include Broadway shows. Local markets sell bagels. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures skyscrapers and Hudson River vistas. Dining onboard includes pastrami sandwiches, a New York favorite. Souvenirs, like I ❤️ NY crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lenape history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. New York’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and cultural experiences, making New York an engaging destination.

SEPTEMBER FORECAST
68°F avg · Avg
Basseterre, St. Kitts — Day 5 of Norwegian Escape September 8, 2025 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
FRIDAY·SEP 12

Basseterre

St. Kitts
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
4:00 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.

SEPTEMBER FORECAST
83°F avg · Avg
Castries, St. Lucia — Day 6 of Norwegian Escape September 8, 2025 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
SATURDAY·SEP 13

Castries

St. Lucia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Castries, St. Lucia, offers docking at Castries Port. Travelers explore Pigeon Island and Sulphur Springs. Excursions include snorkeling at Anse Chastanet. Local markets sell green fig salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Piton peaks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Lucian favorite. Souvenirs, like cocoa 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. Castries’ vibrant charm offers a lively St. Lucian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Castries an engaging destination for exploration.

SEPTEMBER FORECAST
83°F avg · Avg
Philipsburg, St. Maarten — Day 7 of Norwegian Escape September 8, 2025 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
SUNDAY·SEP 14

Philipsburg

St. Maarten
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
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.

SEPTEMBER FORECAST
83°F avg · Avg
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas — Day 8 of Norwegian Escape September 8, 2025 cruise
DAY
8
PORT 7
MONDAY·SEP 15

Charlotte Amalie

St. Thomas
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:30 AM
12:30 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.

SEPTEMBER FORECAST
83°F avg · Avg
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic — Day 9 of Norwegian Escape September 8, 2025 cruise
DAY
9
PORT 8
TUESDAY·SEP 16

Puerto Plata

Dominican Republic
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:30 AM
1:30 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.

SEPTEMBER FORECAST
84°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

11 Night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & St. Lucia (New York Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Norwegian Escape·September 8, 2025
SEP FORECAST · NEW YORK
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
68°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
95°
AVG LOW
42°
AVG RAINFALL
4.1"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT NEW YORK
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
68°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Norwegian Escape September 8, 2025 Excursions

Norwegian Escape·September 8, 2025

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.

// BROWSE BY PORT
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Norwegian Escape itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

11 Night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & St. Lucia (New York 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
CAUTION TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 65% of all cruises
6.5/10 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.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN06 PORTS
01

New York 🇺🇸

New York · United StatesMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant in crowded areas and follow standard precautions to enhance safety while enjoying the city's attractions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Basseterre 🌍

St. Kitts · St Kitts And NevisMODERATE

Basseterre is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's wise to stay vigilant against petty theft and avoid poorly lit areas at night.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Castries 🌍

St. Lucia · St LuciaMODERATE

Castries is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and protect belongings.

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

Charlotte Amalie 🌍

St. Thomas · U. S. Virgin IslandsCAUTION

Travelers should stay vigilant in Charlotte Amalie, avoiding isolated areas and being cautious in crowded spots to minimize crime risks.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Puerto Plata 🇩🇴

Dominican Republic · Dominican RepublicCAUTION

Travelers to Puerto Plata should remain vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours to enhance safety while exploring.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Norwegian Escape Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsNORWEGIAN
Norwegian Escape
NORWEGIAN · BREAKAWAY PLUS
CHRISTENED
2015
STATEROOMS
2,175
TONNAGE
167,725GT
36.0% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 123,300 GT
YEAR BUILT
2015
4 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2011
LENGTH
1,069ft
7.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 994 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
4,266cruisers
36.7% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 3,120 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Norwegian Escape has a construction date of 2015 and a total size of 167,725 gross tons. The ship measures 1,069 feet in length. Norwegian Escape is included in Norwegian's Breakaway Plus class. At full capacity, the Escape holds 4,266 passengers. That includes 2,533 cruise vacationers and 1,733 staff members. The Escape total number of staterooms is 2,175.

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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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// 09 · FAQ

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