Norwegian Star itinerary map for April 16, 2028 (12 nights)
Norwegian Star itinerary map for April 16, 2028 (12 nights)
12 nights · 5 ports
Round-trip · Miami, Florida
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Norwegian Star
April 16, 2028

12-Night Transatlantic: Bahamas & Dominican Republic aboard Norwegian Star · Departing April 16, 2028 from the Port of Miami, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 12-night cruise aboard the Star departs from Miami, Florida on Sunday, April 16, 2028 and returns on Friday, Apr 28th. April weather across this route averages 86°/64°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.5 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.5OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 75% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
12
night cruise
Sun → Fri
02
Miami
departure port
Florida
03
5
port stops
Bahamas
04
8
sea days
Day 3
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

The Norwegian Star, operated by Norwegian Cruise Line, sets sail on Sunday, April 16, 2028 from Miami, Florida for a 12-night Transatlantic: Bahamas & Dominican Republic cruise. This itinerary includes 5 unique port stops and 8 days at sea. April weather across the route averages 86°F highs and 64°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.5 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Norwegian Star sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

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// 03 · ITINERARY

12 Night Transatlantic: Bahamas & Dominican Republic (Miami To Lisbon) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapAPRIL 16, 2028
The Norwegian Star sails on April 16, 2028 for a 12 Night Transatlantic: Bahamas & Dominican Republic (Miami To Lisbon) (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Lisbon, Portugal on Apr 28th at 7:00 AM. During the 13-day journey, the Norwegian Star will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 8 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
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12 NIGHTS · 4 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · MIAMI
// 04 · PORTS

12 Night Transatlantic: Bahamas & Dominican Republic (Miami To Lisbon) Port List

Norwegian Star·April 16, 2028
Miami, Florida — Day 1 of Norwegian Star April 16, 2028 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SUNDAY·APR 16

Miami

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
4:00 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.

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas — Day 2 of Norwegian Star April 16, 2028 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 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.

Samana, Dominican Republic — Day 4 of Norwegian Star April 16, 2028 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
WEDNESDAY·APR 19

Samana

Dominican Republic
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
3:00 PM

Samana, Dominican Republic, offers docking at Samana Port. Travelers explore Los Haitises National Park and El Limón Waterfall. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures karst landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like coconut crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance waterfall hikes. Samana’s natural charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of lush parks and marine adventures, making Samana an engaging destination for exploration.

Tortola, British Virgin Islands — Day 5 of Norwegian Star April 16, 2028 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
THURSDAY·APR 20

Tortola

British Virgin Islands
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
10:00 AM
6:00 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.

Lisbon, Portugal — Day 13 of Norwegian Star April 16, 2028 cruise
DAY
13
DISEMBARKATION
FRIDAY·APR 28

Lisbon

Portugal
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM

Lisbon, Portugal, offers docking at Lisbon Port. Travelers explore Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery. Excursions visit Sintra’s Pena Palace. Local markets sell pastéis de nata. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Manueline architecture and Tagus River vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like azulejo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Age of Exploration history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Lisbon’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic rivers, making Lisbon an engaging destination.

// 05 · WEATHER

12 Night Transatlantic: Bahamas & Dominican Republic (Miami To Lisbon) Weather Forecast

Norwegian Star·April 16, 2028
APR FORECAST · MIAMI
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
74°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
89°
AVG LOW
59°
AVG RAINFALL
3.0"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT MIAMI
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
74°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Norwegian Star April 16, 2028 Excursions

Norwegian Star·April 16, 2028

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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Browse shore excursions for each port on this Norwegian Star itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

12 Night Transatlantic: Bahamas & Dominican Republic (Miami To Lisbon)

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
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 75% of all cruises
7.5/10 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 BREAKDOWN05 PORTS
01

Miami 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

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
03

Samana 🇩🇴

Dominican Republic · Dominican RepublicCAUTION

Travelers in Samana should remain vigilant against petty theft and take standard precautions to ensure a safe visit.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Tortola 🇻🇬

British Virgin Islands · British Virgin IslandsMODERATE

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

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Lisbon 🇵🇹

Portugal · PortugalMODERATE

Travelers in Lisbon should stay vigilant in crowded areas and on public transport to avoid petty theft and keep belongings secure.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Norwegian Star Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsNORWEGIAN
Norwegian Star
NORWEGIAN · DAWN
CHRISTENED
2001
STATEROOMS
1,174
TONNAGE
91,740GT
25.6% BELOW AVG· vs avg 123,300 GT
YEAR BUILT
2001
10 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2011
LENGTH
965ft
2.9% BELOW AVG· vs avg 994 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,348cruisers
24.7% BELOW AVG· vs avg 3,120 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Norwegian 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 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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// 09 · FAQ

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