What ports does the Emerald Princess visit on February 16th, 2025?

This itinerary visits the following ports: 1. Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, 2. Oranjestad, Aruba, 3. Cartagena, Colombia, 4. Colon, Panama, 5. Panama Canal (cruise Into Canal), 6. Puerto Limon, Costa Rica, 7. Ocho Rios, Jamaica.

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12 Night Panama Canal With Costa Rica & Caribbean on Princess Emerald Princess

February 16, 2025

Emerald Princess February 16, 2025

The Emerald Princess February 16, 2025 cruise departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 12 Night Panama Canal With Costa Rica & Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the Emerald Princess will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Sunday, Feb 16th and returns on Friday, Feb 28th, 2025.

Cruise Length

Night Cruise

Departure Port

Fort Lauderdale

Florida

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Sea Days

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Emerald Princess · February 16, 2025

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Emerald Princess · February 16, 2025

The Emerald Princess sails on February 16, 2025 for a 12 Night Panama Canal With Costa Rica & Caribbean (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 Feb 28th at 6:00 AM. During the 14-day journey, the Emerald Princess will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

12 Night Panama Canal With Costa Rica & Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

FEB16
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
A: — - D: 2:00 PM
FEB17
At Sea
A: — - D: —
FEB18
At Sea
A: — - D: —
FEB19
Oranjestad, Aruba
A: 7:00 AM - D: —
FEB16
Oranjestad, Aruba
A: — - D: 5:00 PM
FEB21
At Sea
A: — - D: —
FEB22
Cartagena, Colombia
A: 6:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
FEB23
Colon, Panama
A: 4:30 PM - D: 7:00 PM
FEB23
Panama Canal (cruise Into Canal)
A: 5:00 AM - D: 2:30 PM
FEB24
Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
A: 6:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
FEB25
At Sea
A: — - D: —
FEB26
Ocho Rios, Jamaica
A: 6:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
FEB27
At Sea
A: — - D: —
FEB28
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
A: 6:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

February 16, 2025 · 12 Night Panama Canal With Costa Rica & Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Day 1•Sunday, Feb 16

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•Monday, Feb 17

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 3•Tuesday, Feb 18

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 4•Wednesday, Feb 19

Oranjestad, Aruba

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

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 5•Thursday, Feb 20

Oranjestad, Aruba

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

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Day 6•Friday, Feb 21

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 7•Saturday, Feb 22

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•Sunday, Feb 23

Colon, Panama

Arrival: 4:30 PM•Departure: 7:00 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 8•Sunday, Feb 23

Panama Canal (cruise Into Canal)

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: 2:30 PM

Panama Canal (Cruise into Canal), Panama, offers partial transit cruising. Travelers view Miraflores Locks and Gatun Lake from the ship. Excursions include canal history tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering feats and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while binoculars enhance lock viewing. Panama Canal’s industrial allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering marvels and scenic waterways, making the Panama Canal an engaging destination.

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Day 9•Monday, Feb 24

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•Tuesday, Feb 25

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 11•Wednesday, Feb 26

Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 PM

Ocho Rios, Jamaica, offers docking at Ocho Rios Port. Travelers explore Dunn’s River Falls and Mystic Mountain. Excursions include bobsledding and ziplining. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures waterfalls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ackee and saltfish, a Jamaican favorite. Souvenirs, like reggae crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance waterfall climbs. Ocho Rios’ adventurous allure offers a vibrant Jamaican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and thrilling activities, making Ocho Rios an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 12•Thursday, Feb 27

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 13•Friday, Feb 28

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

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Weather Forecast

Emerald Princess - February 16, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

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February

Typical Weather

81°F

Average High

48°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.07in

Daily average

1.9 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

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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

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

Panama Canal

Cruise travelers at the Panama Canal can enjoy a safe experience aboard their ship, with low crime rates and strong security measures.

/ 10

Puerto Limon

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

/ 10

Ocho Rios

Travelers in Ocho Rios should stay in tourist zones and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime and scams.

Cruise Ship

⚓ Tonnage

113,561

vs avg 128,868

🛠️ Year Built

2,007

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

951

vs avg 1,020

👥 Passenger Count

3,090

vs avg 3,197

The Emerald Princess has a construction date of 2007 and a total size of 113,561 gross tons. The ship measures 951 feet in length. Emerald Princess is included in Princess’s Grand class. At full capacity, the Emerald Princess holds 3,090 passengers. That includes 1,890 cruise vacationers and 1,200 staff members. The Emerald Princess total number of staterooms is 1,544.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Emerald Princess sailing on February 16, 2025?

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

What ports does the Emerald Princess visit on the February 16, 2025 cruise?

This route includes fort-lauderdale-florida, oranjestad-aruba, cartagena-colombia, colon-panama, panama-canal-cruise-into-canal, puerto-limon-costa-rica, ocho-rios-jamaica.

How many sea days are included on this Emerald Princess February 16, 2025 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 5 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Emerald Princess sailing on February 16, 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 Emerald Princess itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Apr 1, 2026