9 Night Southern Caribbean With Abc Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)
Caribbean Princess
Caribbean Princess
March 16, 2028
9 Night Southern Caribbean With Abc Islands

Caribbean Princess - 3/16/2028

The March 16, 2028 cruise on the Caribbean Princess departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 9 Night Southern Caribbean With Abc Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Caribbean Princess sets sail on Thursday, Mar 16th and returns on Saturday, Mar 25th.

Cruise Length
9
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Fort Lauderdale
Florida
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
4

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Caribbean Princess - March 16, 2028 - 9 Nights

DayDatePort
1Mar 16thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
2Mar 17thAt Sea
3Mar 18thAt Sea
4Mar 19thWillemstad, Curacao
5Mar 20thOranjestad, Aruba
6Mar 21stAt Sea
7Mar 22ndAmber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
8Mar 23rdGrand Turk Island
9Mar 24thAt Sea
10Mar 25thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

The Caribbean Princess sails on March 16, 2028 for a 9 Night Southern Caribbean With Abc Islands (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Mar 25th at 7:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the Caribbean Princess will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Itinerary Safety Score

Based on my 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
77 / 100
safer than 77% of all cruises
77
7
/ 10
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is secure, but travelers should stay vigilant and cautious in neighborhoods with higher crime rates.
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.
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
Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
Amber Cove
Amber Cove ensures safety within the port, but travelers should remain vigilant and cautious when exploring areas outside it.
8
/ 10
Grand Turk Island
Grand Turk
Grand Turk Island is a safe destination for cruise travelers, featuring a low crime rate and a strong local police presence.

Cruise Ship

Caribbean Princess Size Infographic

Caribbean Princess

113 k
tonnage
952 ft
length
2004
year built
1,569
cabins
3,142
passengers
1,200
crew

CARIBBEAN PRINCESS SIZE

The Caribbean Princess has a construction date of 2004 and a total size of 112,894 gross tons. The ship measures 952 feet (290 meters) in length. Caribbean Princess is included in Princess’s Grand Class. At full capacity, the Caribbean Princess holds 4,342 passengers. That includes 3,142 cruise vacationers and 1,200 staff members. The Caribbean Princess total number of staterooms is 1,569.

Caribbean Princess Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:112,894 GT
  • Length:952 ft (290 m)
  • Beam:118 ft (36 m)
  • Draft:27 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
  • Year Built:2004
  • Years Served:2004 - Present
  • Capacity:3,142
  • Crew Members:1,200
  • Total on Board:4,342
  • Total Staterooms:1,569
  • Flagged Country:Bermuda
  • Ship Cost:500 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Caribbean Princess age and stats vs all Princess ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Caribbean Princess Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
MAR 162028
United States
D:3:00 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. (126 words)

Day2
MAR 172028
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day3
MAR 182028
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day4
MAR 192028
Netherlands Antilles
A:10:00 AMD:10:00 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. (126 words)

Day5
MAR 202028
Netherlands Antilles
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 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. (126 words)

Day6
MAR 212028
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day7
MAR 222028
Dominican Republic
A:9:00 AMD:6:00 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. (126 words)

Day8
MAR 232028
Turks And Caicos Islands
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Grand Turk Island, Turks and Caicos, offers docking at Grand Turk Cruise Center. Travelers explore Cockburn Town and Governor’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Gibbs Cay. Local markets sell conch salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes jerk fish, a Turks and Caicos favorite. Souvenirs, like shell 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. Grand Turk’s coastal charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and marine beauty, making Grand Turk an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day9
MAR 242028
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day10
MAR 252028
United States
A:7:00 AM

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. (126 words)