Island Princess itinerary map for December 22, 2024 (14 nights)
Island Princess cruise ship

Island Princess — December 22, 202414-Night Circle Caribbean on Princess

This 14-night cruise aboard the Island Princess departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Sunday, December 22, 2024 and returns on Sunday, Jan 5th. December weather across this route averages 84°/70°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.0 out of 10, averaged across 9 ports. Oceanview cabins rose $25 on Oct 29.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Fort Lauderdale
Florida
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
5

Cruise Price - Island Princess December 22, 2024

Island Princess · December 22, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the Island Princess cruise ship departing December 22, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,679 ($120 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,844 ($132 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 9%.

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Inside
$1,679
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Oceanview
$1,724
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Balcony
$1,779
👑
Suite
$2,119

Price History – Island Princess December 22, 2024

inside cabin
Island Princess
December 22, 2024
$1,679
9% vs avg: $1,844

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 14 Night Circle Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Island Princess · December 22, 2024

The Island Princess sails on December 22, 2024 for a 14 Night Circle 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 Jan 5th at 6:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the Island Princess will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Circle Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

  • DEC22
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: — - D: 2:00 PM
  • DEC23
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC24
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC25
    Philipsburg, St. Maarten
    Philipsburg, St. Maarten
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC26
    Basseterre, St. Kitts
    Basseterre, St. Kitts
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC27
    Fort-De-France, Martinique
    Fort-De-France, Martinique
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC28
    Bridgetown, Barbados
    Bridgetown, Barbados
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC29
    St. George's, Grenada
    St. George's, Grenada
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC30
    Port Of Spain
    Port Of Spain
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC31
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN01
    Willemstad, Curacao
    Willemstad, Curacao
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
  • JAN02
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN04
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN05
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 22, 2024 · 14 Night Circle Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 1 of Island Princess December 22, 2024 cruise
Day 1•Sunday, Dec 22

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — Island Princess December 22, 2024 itinerary
Day 2•Monday, Dec 23

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Island Princess — featuring Sabatinis, Fitness Center, Lotus Bar & Photo Gallery.

Day 3 at sea — Island Princess December 22, 2024 itinerary
Day 3•Tuesday, Dec 24

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Island Princess — featuring Sabatinis, Fitness Center, Lotus Bar & Photo Gallery.

Philipsburg, St. Maarten — Day 4 of Island Princess December 22, 2024 cruise
Day 4•Wednesday, Dec 25

Philipsburg, St. Maarten

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Philipsburg, St. Maarten, offers docking at Philipsburg Port. Travelers explore Front Street and Maho Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Cupecoy Bay. Local markets sell guavaberry liqueur. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures plane landings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Maarten favorite. Souvenirs, like Dutch 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. Philipsburg’s vibrant charm offers a lively stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of bustling markets and scenic beaches, making Philipsburg an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Basseterre, St. Kitts — Day 5 of Island Princess December 22, 2024 cruise
Day 5•Thursday, Dec 26

Basseterre, St. Kitts

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Fort-De-France, Martinique — Day 6 of Island Princess December 22, 2024 cruise
Day 6•Friday, Dec 27

Fort-De-France, Martinique

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Fort-de-France, Martinique, offers docking at Fort-de-France Port. Travelers explore Fort St. Louis and Balata Gardens. Excursions include snorkeling at Anse Dufour. Local markets sell accras. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes colombo, a Martinican favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Fort-de-France’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Martinican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and scenic gardens, making Fort-de-France an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Bridgetown, Barbados — Day 7 of Island Princess December 22, 2024 cruise
Day 7•Saturday, Dec 28

Bridgetown, Barbados

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Bridgetown, Barbados, offers docking at Bridgetown Port. Travelers explore Harrison’s Cave and Bathsheba Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Carlisle Bay. Local markets sell flying fish cutters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone caves and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cou-cou, a Bajan favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bajan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Bridgetown’s vibrant charm offers a lively Barbadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic beaches, making Bridgetown an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
St. George's, Grenada — Day 8 of Island Princess December 22, 2024 cruise
Day 8•Sunday, Dec 29

St. George's, Grenada

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

St. George’s, Grenada, offers docking at St. George’s Port. Travelers explore Grand Anse Beach and Fort George. Excursions include snorkeling at Moliniere Sculpture Park. Local markets sell oil down. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures spice markets and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a Grenadian favorite. Souvenirs, like nutmeg 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. St. George’s vibrant charm offers a lively Grenadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and cultural heritage, making St. George’s an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Port Of Spain — Day 9 of Island Princess December 22, 2024 cruise
Day 9•Monday, Dec 30

Port Of Spain

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, offers docking at Port of Spain Port. Travelers explore Queen’s Park Savannah and Fort George. Excursions visit Maracas Beach for swimming. Local markets sell doubles. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes pelau, a Trinidadian favorite. Souvenirs, like steel drum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carnival history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Port of Spain’s vibrant culture offers a dynamic Caribbean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic beaches, and island festivities, making Port of Spain an engaging destination for exploring Trinidad’s heritage.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 10 at sea — Island Princess December 22, 2024 itinerary
Day 10•Tuesday, Dec 31

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Island Princess — featuring Sabatinis, Fitness Center, Lotus Bar & Photo Gallery.

Willemstad, Curacao — Day 11 of Island Princess December 22, 2024 cruise
Day 11•Wednesday, Jan 1

Willemstad, Curacao

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 9:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Oranjestad, Aruba — Day 12 of Island Princess December 22, 2024 cruise
Day 12•Thursday, Jan 2

Oranjestad, Aruba

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 13 at sea — Island Princess December 22, 2024 itinerary
Day 13•Friday, Jan 3

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Island Princess — featuring Sabatinis, Fitness Center, Lotus Bar & Photo Gallery.

Day 14 at sea — Island Princess December 22, 2024 itinerary
Day 14•Saturday, Jan 4

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Island Princess — featuring Sabatinis, Fitness Center, Lotus Bar & Photo Gallery.

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 15 of Island Princess December 22, 2024 cruise
Day 15•Sunday, Jan 5

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Island Princess - December 22, 2024 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
70 / 100
safer than 70% of all cruises
70
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.
7
/ 10
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Philipsburg
Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.
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.
7
/ 10
Fort-De-France, Martinique
Fort-De-France
Fort-De-France is generally safe for tourists, but staying vigilant, especially in crowded areas, is essential to avoid petty theft.
7
/ 10
Bridgetown, Barbados
Bridgetown
Travelers should stay vigilant in busy areas of Bridgetown, as petty crime and scams can occur, and secure personal belongings.
8
/ 10
St. George's, Grenada
St. George's
St. George's, Grenada, is safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance against petty theft is advised in busy tourist areas.
5
/ 10
Port Of Spain
Port Of Spain
Travelers to Port of Spain should exercise caution in high-risk areas, travel in groups, and remain aware of their surroundings.
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.

Cruise Ship

Island Princess

⚓ Tonnage

92,822

vs avg 128,868

🛠️ Year Built

2,003

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

964

vs avg 1,020

👥 Passenger Count

2,210

vs avg 3,197

The Island Princess has a construction date of 2003 and a total size of 92,822 gross tons. The ship measures 964 feet in length. Island Princess is included in Princess’s Coral class. At full capacity, the Island Princess holds 2,210 passengers. That includes 1,310 cruise vacationers and 900 staff members. The Island Princess total number of staterooms is 1,107.

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Island Princess December 22, 2024 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Island Princess December 22, 2024 cruise?▾

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What's the weather like on the Island Princess December 22, 2024 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 14-night route, December averages 84°F highs and 70°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the December 22, 2024 Island Princess itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.0 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 9 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Island Princess sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Island Princess departs Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Sunday, December 22, 2024 at 2:00 PM and returns on Sunday, Jan 5th, 2025 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 14 nights.

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