Norwegian Jewel itinerary map for December 23, 2026
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12 Night Caribbean: Curacao Aruba & Dominica Republic on Norwegian Norwegian Jewel

December 23, 2026

Norwegian Jewel December 23, 2026

The Norwegian Jewel December 23, 2026 cruise departs from Miami, Florida. On this 12 Night Caribbean: Curacao Aruba & Dominica Republic (Miami Roundtrip) sailing, the Norwegian Jewel will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Wednesday, Dec 23rd and returns on Monday, Jan 4th, 2027.

Cruise Length
12
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Miami
Florida
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
3
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Cruise Price - Norwegian Jewel December 23, 2026

Norwegian Jewel · December 23, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Jewel cruise ship departing December 23, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,419 ($202 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,769 ($148 per night), this represents a recent increase of 37%.

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Inside
$2,419
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Oceanview
$2,799
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Balcony
$4,249
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Suite
$4,729

Price History – Norwegian Jewel December 23, 2026

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Norwegian Jewel
December 23, 2026
$2,419
37% vs avg: $1,769

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 12 Night Caribbean: Curacao Aruba & Dominica Republic (Miami Roundtrip)

Norwegian Jewel · December 23, 2026

The Norwegian Jewel sails on December 23, 2026 for a 12 Night Caribbean: Curacao Aruba & Dominica Republic (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Jan 4th at 6:00 AM. During the 13-day journey, the Norwegian Jewel will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

12 Night Caribbean: Curacao Aruba & Dominica Republic (Miami Roundtrip)

  • DEC23
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC24
    Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
    Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • DEC25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC26
    Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic
    Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC27
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • DEC28
    Willemstad, Curacao
    Willemstad, Curacao
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • DEC29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC30
    Philipsburg, St. Maarten
    Philipsburg, St. Maarten
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC31
    Tortola, British Virgin Islands
    Tortola, British Virgin Islands
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN01
    Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
    Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
    A: 5:45 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • JAN02
    Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
    Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN04
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 23, 2026 · 12 Night Caribbean: Curacao Aruba & Dominica Republic (Miami Roundtrip)

Miami, Florida
Day 1•Wednesday, Dec 23

Miami, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, 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. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast.

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Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
Day 2•Thursday, Dec 24

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 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 3•Friday, Dec 25

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 4•Saturday, Dec 26

Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 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 5•Sunday, Dec 27

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 6•Monday, Dec 28

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 7•Tuesday, Dec 29

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Day 8•Wednesday, Dec 30

Philipsburg, St. Maarten

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 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.

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Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Day 9•Thursday, Dec 31

Tortola, British Virgin Islands

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Tortola, British Virgin Islands, offers docking at Road Town Port. Travelers explore Sage Mountain and Cane Garden Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at The Baths. Local markets sell painkillers. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic hills and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes roti, a BVI favorite. Souvenirs, like shell 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. Tortola’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and marine adventures, making Tortola an engaging destination for exploration.

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Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
Day 10•Friday, Jan 1

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

Arrival: 5:45 AM•Departure: 2:00 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.

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Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Day 11•Saturday, Jan 2

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 12•Sunday, Jan 3

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Miami, Florida
Day 13•Monday, Jan 4

Miami, Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, 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. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast.

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Weather Forecast

Norwegian Jewel - December 23, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Miami, Florida

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December

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

45°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

2.0 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
72 / 100
safer than 72% of all cruises
72
7
/ 10
Miami, Florida
Miami
Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.
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.
7
/ 10
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Philipsburg
Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.
7
/ 10
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Tortola
Tortola is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant and exercise caution, especially after dark.
6
/ 10
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
Charlotte Amalie
Travelers should stay vigilant in Charlotte Amalie, avoiding isolated areas and being cautious in crowded spots to minimize crime risks.
6
/ 10
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Puerto Plata
Travelers to Puerto Plata should remain vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours to enhance safety while exploring.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Jewel

⚓ Tonnage

93,502

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

2,005

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

965

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

2,376

vs avg 3,120

The Jewel has a construction date of 2005 and a total size of 93,502 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet in length. Norwegian Jewel is included in Norwegian’s Jewel class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Jewel holds 2,376 passengers. That includes 1,307 cruise vacationers and 1,069 staff members. The Jewel total number of staterooms is 1,190.

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Norwegian Jewel December 23, 2026 FAQ

How many nights is the Norwegian Jewel sailing on December 23, 2026?▾

This is a 12-night cruise itinerary departing from Miami, Florida.

What ports does the Norwegian Jewel visit on the December 23, 2026 cruise?▾

This route includes miami-florida, great-stirrup-cay-cruiseline-private-island-bahamas, cabo-rojo-dominican-republic, oranjestad-aruba, willemstad-curacao, philipsburg-st-maarten, tortola-british-virgin-islands, charlotte-amalie-st-thomas, puerto-plata-dominican-republic.

How many sea days are included on this Norwegian Jewel December 23, 2026 itinerary?▾

This itinerary includes 3 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Jewel sailing on December 23, 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 Jewel itinerary?▾

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Last Updated: Apr 23, 2026