Grand Princess itinerary map for October 1, 2025
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11 Night Southern Caribbean Islander on Princess Grand Princess

October 1, 2025

Grand Princess October 1, 2025

The Grand Princess October 1, 2025 cruise departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 11 Night Southern Caribbean Islander (Ft. Lauderdale To San Juan) sailing, the Grand Princess will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Wednesday, Oct 1st and returns on Sunday, Oct 12th, 2025.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Fort Lauderdale
Florida
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
3
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Cruise Price - Grand Princess October 1, 2025

Grand Princess · October 1, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Grand Princess cruise ship departing October 1, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,899 ($173 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $962 ($88 per night), this represents a recent increase of 97%.

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Inside
$1,899
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Oceanview
$1,959
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Balcony
$1,649
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Suite
$2,119

Price History – Grand Princess October 1, 2025

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October 1, 2025
$1,899
97% vs avg: $962

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 11 Night Southern Caribbean Islander (Ft. Lauderdale To San Juan)

Grand Princess · October 1, 2025

The Grand Princess sails on October 1, 2025 for a 11 Night Southern Caribbean Islander (Ft. Lauderdale To San Juan). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of San Juan, Puerto Rico on Oct 12th at 7:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the Grand Princess will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

11 Night Southern Caribbean Islander (Ft. Lauderdale To San Juan)

  • OCT01
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • OCT02
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT03
    Grand Turk Island
    Grand Turk Island
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT04
    Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
    Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT05
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT06
    Kralendijk, Bonaire
    Kralendijk, Bonaire
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • OCT07
    Willemstad, Curacao
    Willemstad, Curacao
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • OCT08
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT09
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT10
    Basseterre, St. Kitts
    Basseterre, St. Kitts
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT11
    Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
    Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT12
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

October 1, 2025 · 11 Night Southern Caribbean Islander (Ft. Lauderdale To San Juan)

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Day 1•Wednesday, Oct 1

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 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.

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At Sea
Day 2•Thursday, Oct 2

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Grand Turk Island
Day 3•Friday, Oct 3

Grand Turk Island

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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.

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Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
Day 4•Saturday, Oct 4

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 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.

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At Sea
Day 5•Sunday, Oct 5

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Kralendijk, Bonaire
Day 6•Monday, Oct 6

Kralendijk, Bonaire

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Kralendijk, Bonaire, offers docking at Kralendijk Port. Travelers explore Washington Slagbaai Park and Klein Bonaire. Excursions include snorkeling at Bari Reef. Local markets sell kadushi soup. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures flamingos and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes keshi yena, a Bonairean favorite. Souvenirs, like salt 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. Kralendijk’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Bonairean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine biodiversity and scenic islands, making Kralendijk an engaging destination for exploration.

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Willemstad, Curacao
Day 7•Tuesday, Oct 7

Willemstad, Curacao

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 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.

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Oranjestad, Aruba
Day 8•Wednesday, Oct 8

Oranjestad, Aruba

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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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At Sea
Day 9•Thursday, Oct 9

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Basseterre, St. Kitts
Day 10•Friday, Oct 10

Basseterre, St. Kitts

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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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Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
Day 11•Saturday, Oct 11

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

Arrival: 8:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Day 12•Sunday, Oct 12

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination.

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Weather Forecast

Grand Princess - October 1, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

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October

Typical Weather

87°F

Average High

61°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.16in

Daily average

4.9 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
73 / 100
safer than 73% of all cruises
73
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
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.
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
Kralendijk, Bonaire
Kralendijk
Kralendijk is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and secure belongings.
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.
7
/ 10
Basseterre, St. Kitts
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.
6
/ 10
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
Charlotte Amalie
Travelers should stay vigilant in Charlotte Amalie, avoiding isolated areas and being cautious in crowded spots to minimize crime risks.
6
/ 10
San Juan, Puerto Rico
San Juan
Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.

Cruise Ship

Grand Princess

⚓ Tonnage

107,517

vs avg 128,868

🛠️ Year Built

1,998

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

949

vs avg 1,020

👥 Passenger Count

2,610

vs avg 3,197

The Grand Princess has a construction date of 1998 and a total size of 107,517 gross tons. The ship measures 949 feet in length. Grand Princess is included in Princess’s Grand class. At full capacity, the Grand Princess holds 2,610 passengers. That includes 1,510 cruise vacationers and 1,100 staff members. The Grand Princess total number of staterooms is 1,301.

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Grand Princess October 1, 2025 FAQ

How many nights is the Grand Princess sailing on October 1, 2025?▾

This is a 11-night cruise itinerary departing from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida.

What ports does the Grand Princess visit on the October 1, 2025 cruise?▾

This route includes fort-lauderdale-florida, grand-turk-turks-caicos, amber-cove-dominican-republic, kralendijk-bonaire, willemstad-curacao, oranjestad-aruba, basseterre-st-kitts, charlotte-amalie-st-thomas, san-juan-puerto-rico.

How many sea days are included on this Grand Princess October 1, 2025 itinerary?▾

This itinerary includes 3 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Grand Princess sailing on October 1, 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 Grand Princess itinerary?▾

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Last Updated: Apr 20, 2026