What ports does the Norwegian Star visit on December 24th, 2025?

This itinerary visits the following ports: 1. Tampa, Florida, 2. Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, 3. Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, 4. Basseterre, St. Kitts, 5. Philipsburg, St. Maarten, 6. Tortola, British Virgin Islands, 7. Falmouth, Jamaica, 8. George Town, Grand Cayman.

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12 Night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & Grand Cayman on Norwegian Norwegian Star

December 24, 2025

Norwegian Star December 24, 2025

The Norwegian Star December 24, 2025 cruise departs from Tampa, Florida. On this 12 Night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & Grand Cayman (Tampa Roundtrip) sailing, the Norwegian Star will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Wednesday, Dec 24th and returns on Monday, Jan 5th, 2026.

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Norwegian Star · December 24, 2025

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Norwegian Star · December 24, 2025

The Norwegian Star sails on December 24, 2025 for a 12 Night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & Grand Cayman (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 Jan 5th at 6:00 AM. During the 13-day journey, the Norwegian Star will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

12 Night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & Grand Cayman (Tampa Roundtrip)

DEC24
Tampa, Florida
A: — - D: 3:00 PM
DEC25
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC26
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC27
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
A: 6:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
DEC28
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
A: 10:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
DEC29
Basseterre, St. Kitts
A: 6:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
DEC30
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
A: 6:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
DEC31
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
A: 5:45 AM - D: 1:00 PM
JAN01
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN02
Falmouth, Jamaica
A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
JAN03
George Town, Grand Cayman
A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
JAN04
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN05
Tampa, Florida
A: 6:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

December 24, 2025 · 12 Night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & Grand Cayman (Tampa Roundtrip)

Day 1•Wednesday, Dec 24

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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Day 2•Thursday, Dec 25

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 3•Friday, Dec 26

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 4•Saturday, Dec 27

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 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.

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Day 5•Sunday, Dec 28

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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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Day 6•Monday, Dec 29

Basseterre, St. Kitts

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

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Day 7•Tuesday, 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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Day 8•Wednesday, Dec 31

Tortola, British Virgin Islands

Arrival: 5:45 AM•Departure: 1:00 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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Day 9•Thursday, Jan 1

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 10•Friday, Jan 2

Falmouth, Jamaica

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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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Day 11•Saturday, Jan 3

George Town, Grand Cayman

Arrival: 7:00 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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Day 12•Sunday, Jan 4

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 13•Monday, Jan 5

Tampa, Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

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Weather Forecast

Norwegian Star - December 24, 2025 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

67 / 100

safer than 67% of all cruises

/ 10

Tampa

Tampa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant in higher crime areas and stick to well-trafficked locations.

/ 10

Puerto Plata

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

/ 10

Charlotte Amalie

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

/ 10

Basseterre

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

/ 10

Philipsburg

Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.

/ 10

Tortola

Tortola is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant and exercise caution, especially after dark.

/ 10

Falmouth

Travelers in Falmouth should stay vigilant against petty crime and avoid less populated areas, opting for organized excursions for safety.

/ 10

George Town

George Town, Grand Cayman, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a strong local law enforcement presence.

Cruise Ship

⚓ Tonnage

91,740

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

2,001

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

965

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

2,348

vs avg 3,120

The Star has a construction date of 2001 and a total size of 91,740 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet in length. Norwegian Star is included in Norwegian’s Dawn class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Star holds 2,348 passengers. That includes 1,317 cruise vacationers and 1,031 staff members. The Star total number of staterooms is 1,174.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Norwegian Star sailing on December 24, 2025?

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

What ports does the Norwegian Star visit on the December 24, 2025 cruise?

This route includes tampa-florida, puerto-plata-dominican-republic, charlotte-amalie-st-thomas, basseterre-st-kitts, philipsburg-st-maarten, tortola-british-virgin-islands, falmouth-jamaica, george-town-grand-cayman.

How many sea days are included on this Norwegian Star December 24, 2025 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 4 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Star sailing on December 24, 2025?

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 Star itinerary?

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Last Updated: Apr 2, 2026