Norwegian Gem itinerary map for December 10, 2026
Norwegian Gem

11 Night Caribbean: Curacao Aruba & Dominican Republic on Norwegian Norwegian Gem

December 10, 2026

Norwegian Gem December 10, 2026

The Norwegian Gem December 10, 2026 cruise departs from Tampa, Florida. On this 11 Night Caribbean: Curacao Aruba & Dominican Republic (Tampa Roundtrip) sailing, the Norwegian Gem will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Thursday, Dec 10th and returns on Monday, Dec 21st, 2026.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Tampa
Florida
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
4
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Norwegian Gem · December 10, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Gem cruise ship departing December 10, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $949 ($87 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,116 ($102 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 15%.

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Norwegian Gem · December 10, 2026

The Norwegian Gem sails on December 10, 2026 for a 11 Night Caribbean: Curacao Aruba & Dominican Republic (Tampa Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Tampa, Florida on Dec 21st at 6:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the Norwegian Gem will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

11 Night Caribbean: Curacao Aruba & Dominican Republic (Tampa Roundtrip)

  • DEC10
    Tampa, Florida
    Tampa, Florida
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC12
    Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
    Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 1:00 PM
  • DEC13
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC14
    Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic
    Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • DEC15
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • DEC16
    Willemstad, Curacao
    Willemstad, Curacao
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • DEC17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC18
    Falmouth, Jamaica
    Falmouth, Jamaica
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC19
    George Town, Grand Cayman
    George Town, Grand Cayman
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC20
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC21
    Tampa, Florida
    Tampa, Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 10, 2026 · 11 Night Caribbean: Curacao Aruba & Dominican Republic (Tampa Roundtrip)

Tampa, Florida
Day 1•Thursday, Dec 10

Tampa, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, 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. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 2•Friday, Dec 11

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
Day 3•Saturday, Dec 12

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 1:00 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.

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At Sea
Day 4•Sunday, Dec 13

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic
Day 5•Monday, Dec 14

Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 PM

Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic, anchors offshore with tenders to Bahía de las Águilas, a remote beach. Travelers snorkel coral reefs with parrotfish. Local markets sell larimar jewelry. Excursions to Jaragua National Park, 30 minutes inland, spot flamingos. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season December to April; taxis 10-20 USD. Dining includes sancocho on board. Souvenirs feature amber pendants. Photography captures turquoise bays.

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Oranjestad, Aruba
Day 6•Tuesday, Dec 15

Oranjestad, Aruba

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Oranjestad, Aruba, offers docking at Oranjestad Port. Travelers explore Arikok National Park and California Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Baby Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cacti landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes funchi, an Aruban favorite. Souvenirs, like aloe 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. Oranjestad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Aruban stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural parks and scenic beaches, making Oranjestad an engaging destination for exploration.

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Willemstad, Curacao
Day 7•Wednesday, Dec 16

Willemstad, Curacao

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Willemstad, Curaçao, offers docking at Willemstad Port. Travelers explore Queen Emma Bridge and Punda’s colorful buildings. Excursions include snorkeling at Tugboat Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Dutch architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes stobá, a Curaçaoan favorite. Souvenirs, like blue curaçao crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Antillean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Willemstad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Curaçaoan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and marine adventures, making Willemstad an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 8•Thursday, Dec 17

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Falmouth, Jamaica
Day 9•Friday, Dec 18

Falmouth, Jamaica

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Falmouth, Jamaica, offers docking at Falmouth Port. Travelers explore Good Hope Estate and Martha Brae River. Excursions include rafting and Dunn’s River Falls climbs. Local markets sell jerk pork. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes curry goat, a Jamaican favorite. Souvenirs, like wood carvings, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance river activities. Falmouth’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Jamaican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic estates and adventurous excursions, making Falmouth an engaging destination for exploration.

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George Town, Grand Cayman
Day 10•Saturday, Dec 19

George Town, Grand Cayman

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

George Town, Grand Cayman, offers docking at George Town Port. Travelers explore Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City. Excursions include snorkeling at Coral Gardens. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes conch chowder, a Caymanian favorite. Souvenirs, like turtle crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. George Town’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Cayman stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine adventures, making George Town an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 11•Sunday, Dec 20

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Tampa, Florida
Day 12•Monday, Dec 21

Tampa, Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, 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. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration.

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Weather Forecast

Norwegian Gem - December 10, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Tampa, Florida

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December

Typical Weather

83°F

Average High

33°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.08in

Daily average

2.6 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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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
74 / 100
safer than 74% of all cruises
74
7
/ 10
Tampa, Florida
Tampa
Tampa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant in higher crime areas and stick to well-trafficked locations.
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.
6
/ 10
Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic
Cabo Rojo
Cabo Rojo is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant and avoid wandering alone at night to minimize risks.
8
/ 10
Oranjestad, Aruba
Oranjestad
Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.
8
/ 10
Willemstad, Curacao
Willemstad
Willemstad is generally safe for tourists, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and opportunistic crime.
5
/ 10
Falmouth, Jamaica
Falmouth
Travelers in Falmouth should stay vigilant against petty crime and avoid less populated areas, opting for organized excursions for safety.
9
/ 10
George Town, Grand Cayman
George Town
George Town, Grand Cayman, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a strong local law enforcement presence.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Gem

⚓ Tonnage

93,530

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

2,007

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

965

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

2,394

vs avg 3,120

The Gem has a construction date of 2007 and a total size of 93,530 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet in length. Norwegian Gem is included in Norwegian’s Jewel class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Gem holds 2,394 passengers. That includes 1,324 cruise vacationers and 1,070 staff members. The Gem total number of staterooms is 1,197.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Norwegian Gem sailing on December 10, 2026?

This is a 11-night cruise itinerary departing from Tampa, Florida.

What ports does the Norwegian Gem visit on the December 10, 2026 cruise?

This route includes tampa-florida, great-stirrup-cay-cruiseline-private-island-bahamas, cabo-rojo-dominican-republic, oranjestad-aruba, willemstad-curacao, falmouth-jamaica, george-town-grand-cayman.

How many sea days are included on this Norwegian Gem December 10, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 4 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Gem sailing on December 10, 2026?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Norwegian Gem itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Mar 31, 2026