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The Norwegian Gem departs on December 27th, 2026 and returns 7 nights later.

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Norwegian Gem
December 27, 2026

7-Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic aboard Norwegian Gem · Departing December 27, 2026 from the Port of Jacksonville, Florida.

// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Gem departs from Jacksonville, Florida on Sunday, December 27, 2026 and returns on Sunday, Jan 3rd. December weather across this route averages 83°/42°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.4 out of 10 — Jacksonville (6.8), Puerto Plata (6.0), Great Stirrup (9.5).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE

MODERATE TIER

Safer than 74% of all cruises

Ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

FULL BREAKDOWN →

night cruise

Sun → Sun

Jacksonville

departure port

Florida

port stops

Cay

sea days

Day 2

// ON THIS PAGE07 SECTIONS

03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Norwegian Gem December 27, 2026 Price & Tracking

NORWEGIAN GEM·DECEMBER 27, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Gem cruise ship departing December 27, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,059 ($152 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,154 ($165 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 8%.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE

Last 6 months · refreshes daily

This cabin

Avg $1,099

LIVE RATE

INSIDE CABIN

Norwegian Gem · December 27, 2026

$1,059

$152 per night · 7 nights

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4% below average

Avg $1,099 · You save $40

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Norwegian Gem December 27, 2026 — recent price snapshots

Date

Inside

Oceanview

Balcony

Suite

Oct 1, 2025

$1,059

$1,199

$1,649

$1,899

Sep 30, 2025

$1,059

$1,199

$1,649

$1,899

Sep 28, 2025

$1,059

$1,199

$1,649

$1,899

Sep 27, 2025

$1,059

$1,199

$1,649

$1,899

Sep 25, 2025

$1,059

$1,199

$1,649

$1,899

Sep 23, 2025

$1,059

$1,199

$1,649

$1,899

Sep 22, 2025

$1,059

$1,199

$1,649

$1,899

Sep 21, 2025

$1,059

$1,199

$1,649

$1,899

Sep 19, 2025

$1,059

$1,199

$1,649

$1,899

Sep 18, 2025

$1,059

$1,199

$1,649

$1,999

// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic (Jacksonville Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 27, 2026

The Norwegian Gem sails on December 27, 2026 for a 7 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic (Jacksonville Roundtrip) (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 Jan 3rd at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Norwegian Gem will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE

Norwegian Gem

DECEMBER 27, 2026

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7 NIGHTS · 2 PORTS

ROUND-TRIP · JACKSONVILLE

// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic (Jacksonville Roundtrip) Port List

Norwegian Gem·December 27, 2026

DAY

EMBARKATION

SUNDAY·DEC 27

Jacksonville

Florida

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

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.

DECEMBER FORECAST

52°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic — Day 4 of Norwegian Gem December 27, 2026 cruise

DAY

PORT 3

WEDNESDAY·DEC 30

Puerto Plata

Dominican Republic

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

6:00 AM

4:00 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.

DECEMBER FORECAST

78°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas — Day 6 of Norwegian Gem December 27, 2026 cruise

DAY

PORT 5

FRIDAY·JAN 1

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island)

Bahamas

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

6:00 AM

4:30 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.

DECEMBER FORECAST

69°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Jacksonville, Florida — Day 8 of Norwegian Gem December 27, 2026 cruise

DAY

DISEMBARKATION

SUNDAY·JAN 3

Jacksonville

Florida

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

6:00 AM

—

Returning to Jacksonville — see Day 1 above for port info.

DECEMBER FORECAST

50°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic (Jacksonville Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Norwegian Gem·December 27, 2026

DEC FORECAST · JACKSONVILLE

Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.

52°

AVG · °F

Mostly sunny days

AVG HIGH

83°

AVG LOW

21°

AVG RAINFALL

3.2"

Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo

// YEAR-ROUND AT JACKSONVILLE

Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.

AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN

// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Norwegian Gem December 27, 2026 Excursions

Norwegian Gem·December 27, 2026

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

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic (Jacksonville 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

MODERATE TIER

LOWHIGH

Safer than 74% of all cruises

7.4/10 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 BREAKDOWN03 PORTS

01

Jacksonville 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Jacksonville offers a generally safe environment for cruise travelers, but staying in tourist zones and remaining vigilant is advised.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

02

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

03

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island) 🇧🇸

Bahamas · BahamasSAFE

Great Stirrup Cay provides a secure environment for cruise travelers, with safety enhanced by staying primarily on the ship.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Norwegian Gem Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsNORWEGIAN

NORWEGIAN · JEWEL

CHRISTENED

2007

STATEROOMS

1,197

TONNAGE

93,530GT

24.1% BELOW AVG· vs avg 123,300 GT

YEAR BUILT

2007

4 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2011

LENGTH

965ft

2.9% BELOW AVG· vs avg 994 ft

PASSENGER COUNT

2,394cruisers

23.3% BELOW AVG· vs avg 3,120 cruisers

// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Norwegian 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 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.