Norwegian Gem - February 17, 2026
The February 17, 2026 cruise on the Norwegian Gem departs from Jacksonville, Florida. On this 11 Night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & Antigua (Jacksonville Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 8 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Gem sets sail on Tuesday, Feb 17th and returns on Saturday, Feb 28th.
February 17, 2026
Feb 17th - Feb 28th
Norwegian Gem
Norwegian Cruise Line
11 Night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & Antigua
from Jacksonville, Florida
Cruise Price - Historic & Current
The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Gem cruise ship departing February 17, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,352 ($123 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,185 ($108 per night), this represents a recent increase of 14%.
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Norwegian Gem
NORWEGIAN GEM SIZE
The Gem has a construction date of 2007 and a total size of 93,530 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet (294 meters) in length. Norwegian Gem is included in Norwegian’s Jewel Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Gem holds 3,464 passengers. That includes 2,394 cruise vacationers and 1,070 staff members. The Gem total number of staterooms is 1,197.
Norwegian Gem Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:93,530 GT
- Length:965 ft (294 m)
- Beam:125 ft (38 m)
- Draft:27 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:29 mph (25 kn)
- Year Built:2007
- Years Served:2007-present
- Capacity:2,394
- Crew Members:1,070
- Total on Board:3,464
- Total Staterooms:1,197
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:390 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Gem 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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Itinerary
Norwegian Gem - February 17, 2026 - 11 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Feb 16th | Jacksonville, Florida |
| 2 | Feb 18th | Freeport, Grand Bahama Island |
| 3 | Feb 18th | At Sea |
| 4 | Feb 20th | Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic |
| 5 | Feb 21st | Tortola, British Virgin Islands |
| 6 | Feb 22nd | St. John's, Antigua |
| 7 | Feb 23rd | Basseterre, St. Kitts |
| 8 | Feb 24th | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
| 9 | Feb 24th | At Sea |
| 10 | Feb 26th | Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas |
| 11 | Feb 26th | At Sea |
| 12 | Feb 28th | Jacksonville, Florida |
Cruise Itinerary
The Norwegian Gem sails on February 17, 2026 for a 11 Night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & Antigua (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 Feb 28th at 6:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the Norwegian Gem will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
Jacksonville offers something for everyone. History buffs can visit the many landmarks that stretch from Amelia Island to St. Augustine, and families will find the array of attractions, including the many white-sand beaches, both fun and relaxing. Music fans can take in live performances at a variety of venues, and sports enthusiasts can enjoy tennis, sailing, or one of the area's golf courses.
Freeport/Lucaya is located on Grand Bahama Island and is the second largest city in the Bahamas. Freeport's many beaches offer you the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to actually swim alongside dolphins! Freeport is truly a sports-lover's paradise; besides the scuba-diving, windsurfing, and fishing, Freeport boasts first-class golf courses!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Puerto Plata is located on the northern coast of the Dominican Republic. It is known as the Amber Coast because of its rich deposits of the fossil resin. The province sprawls out over 70 miles of coast, white sand beaches, protected coral reefs, coconut groves, coastal lagoons, and crystalline waters. In the city, you can visit Mt. Isabel de Torres, a national park and botanical garden.
Originally established as a British settlement in the 17th century, Antigua certified its independence in 1981. Today, it is a vastly popular oasis, famed for its spectacular climate and 366 pristine beaches. St. John's is a splendid jewel on this tropical crown, boasting lush greenery and limitless recreation options. Take a hiking safari and be dazzled by the sights of the island at 1200 feet.
This fertile isle is a land of rain forests, tropical flowers, and abundant sugar cane. After a stroll around the charming colonial streets and shops of the capital, Basseterre, tour the island or visit Brimstone Hill Fort, an impressive construction that is one of the wonders of the Caribbean world.
The fortress of El Morro guards the harbor against long-gone Sir Francis Drake and his British privateers. The colorful streets of Old San Juan retain the Latin flavor of its seafaring past, when this was the heart of the Spanish Main. Sample the fiery rum made here, or indulge in an icy treat made from fresh tropical fruit and enjoy the Caribbean atmosphere.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Join Norwegian Cruiselines on the private island of Great Stirrup Cay. Four square miles of white beaches and coconut palm trees. Great Stirrup Cay features great swimming and snorkeling. Enjoy a barbecue Bahamas-style or do some shopping at the straw market to make your island experience complete.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Jacksonville offers something for everyone. History buffs can visit the many landmarks that stretch from Amelia Island to St. Augustine, and families will find the array of attractions, including the many white-sand beaches, both fun and relaxing. Music fans can take in live performances at a variety of venues, and sports enthusiasts can enjoy tennis, sailing, or one of the area's golf courses.