What ports does the Caribbean Princess visit on December 2nd, 2027?

This itinerary visits the following ports: 1. Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, 2. Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic, 3. Oranjestad, Aruba, 4. Cartagena, Colombia, 5. Colon, Panama, 6. Puerto Limon, Costa Rica, 7. George Town, Grand Cayman.

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12 Night Southern Caribbean With Panama on Princess Caribbean Princess

December 2, 2027

Caribbean Princess December 2, 2027

The Caribbean Princess December 2, 2027 cruise departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 12 Night Southern Caribbean With Panama (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the Caribbean Princess will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Thursday, Dec 2nd and returns on Tuesday, Dec 14th, 2027.

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Night Cruise

Departure Port

Fort Lauderdale

Florida

Port Stops

Sea Days

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Caribbean Princess · December 2, 2027

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Caribbean Princess · December 2, 2027

The Caribbean Princess sails on December 2, 2027 for a 12 Night Southern Caribbean With Panama (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 2:00 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Dec 14th at 6:00 AM. During the 13-day journey, the Caribbean Princess will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

12 Night Southern Caribbean With Panama (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

DEC02
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
A: — - D: 2:00 PM
DEC03
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC04
Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
DEC05
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC06
Oranjestad, Aruba
A: 7:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
DEC07
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC08
Cartagena, Colombia
A: 6:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
DEC09
Colon, Panama
A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
DEC10
Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
A: 6:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
DEC11
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC12
George Town, Grand Cayman
A: 6:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
DEC13
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC14
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
A: 6:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

December 2, 2027 · 12 Night Southern Caribbean With Panama (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Day 1•Thursday, Dec 2

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 2:00 PM

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, offers docking at Port Everglades. Travelers explore Las Olas Boulevard and Everglades tours. Excursions include airboat rides. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canals 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. Fort Lauderdale’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and natural adventures, making Fort Lauderdale an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 2•Friday, Dec 3

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 3•Saturday, Dec 4

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic, offers docking at Amber Cove Port. Travelers explore Fort San Felipe and Amber Museum. Excursions include Damajagua Waterfalls. 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 crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance waterfall hikes. Amber Cove’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and adventurous waterfalls, making Amber Cove an engaging destination.

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Day 4•Sunday, Dec 5

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 5•Monday, Dec 6

Oranjestad, Aruba

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 9:00 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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Day 6•Tuesday, Dec 7

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 7•Wednesday, Dec 8

Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 PM

Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 8•Thursday, Dec 9

Colon, Panama

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Colón, Panama, offers docking at Colón Port. Travelers explore Gatun Locks and Fort San Lorenzo. Excursions include Emberá village tours. Local markets sell sancocho. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canal locks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance jungle walks. Colón’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Panamanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of canal engineering and indigenous heritage, making Colón an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 9•Friday, Dec 10

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puerto Limon Port. Travelers explore Tortuguero Canals and Veragua Rainforest. Excursions include sloth sanctuary tours. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures jungle canals and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bribri history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest walks. Puerto Limon’s natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic canals, making Puerto Limon an engaging destination.

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Day 10•Saturday, Dec 11

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 11•Sunday, Dec 12

George Town, Grand Cayman

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 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•Monday, Dec 13

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 13•Tuesday, Dec 14

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Caribbean Princess - December 2, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), 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

68 / 100

safer than 68% of all cruises

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Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is secure, but travelers should stay vigilant and cautious in neighborhoods with higher crime rates.

/ 10

Amber Cove

Amber Cove ensures safety within the port, but travelers should remain vigilant and cautious when exploring areas outside it.

/ 10

Oranjestad

Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.

/ 10

Cartagena

Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.

/ 10

Colon

Travelers in Colon, Panama, should stay vigilant against crime, avoid less populated areas, and consider organized tours for safety.

/ 10

Puerto Limon

Travelers to Puerto Limon should stay vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours for a safer experience.

/ 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

112,894

vs avg 128,868

🛠️ Year Built

2,004

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

952

vs avg 1,020

👥 Passenger Count

3,140

vs avg 3,197

The Caribbean Princess has a construction date of 2004 and a total size of 112,894 gross tons. The ship measures 952 feet in length. Caribbean Princess is included in Princess’s Grand class. At full capacity, the Caribbean Princess holds 3,140 passengers. That includes 1,940 cruise vacationers and 1,200 staff members. The Caribbean Princess total number of staterooms is 1,569.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Caribbean Princess sailing on December 2, 2027?

This is a 12-night cruise itinerary departing from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida.

What ports does the Caribbean Princess visit on the December 2, 2027 cruise?

This route includes fort-lauderdale-florida, amber-cove-dominican-republic, oranjestad-aruba, cartagena-colombia, colon-panama, puerto-limon-costa-rica, george-town-grand-cayman.

How many sea days are included on this Caribbean Princess December 2, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 5 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Caribbean Princess sailing on December 2, 2027?

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 Caribbean Princess itinerary?

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Last Updated: Apr 8, 2026