10 Night Panama Canal With Costa Rica & Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)
Ruby Princess
Ruby Princess
January 29, 2024
10 Night Panama Canal With Costa Rica & Caribbean

Ruby Princess - 1/29/2024

The January 29, 2024 cruise on the Ruby Princess departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 10 Night Panama Canal With Costa Rica & Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Ruby Princess sets sail on Monday, Jan 29th and returns on Thursday, Feb 8th.

Cruise Length
10
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Fort Lauderdale
Florida
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
4

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Ruby Princess - January 29, 2024 - 10 Nights

DayDatePort
1Jan 28thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
2Jan 29thAt Sea
3Jan 31stMontego Bay, Jamaica
4Jan 31stAt Sea
5Feb 2ndCartagena, Colombia
6Feb 3rdPanama Canal (cruise Into Canal)
6Feb 3rdCristobal, Panama
7Feb 4thPuerto Limon, Costa Rica
8Feb 4thAt Sea
9Feb 6thGeorge Town, Grand Cayman
10Feb 6thAt Sea
11Feb 8thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

The Ruby Princess sails on January 29, 2024 for a 10 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 8th at 6:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the Ruby Princess will visit 6 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
68 / 100
safer than 68% of all cruises
68
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.
6
/ 10
Montego Bay, Jamaica
Montego Bay
Travelers should stay in well-trafficked areas and use authorized transportation in Montego Bay due to moderate to high crime rates.
6
/ 10
Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena
Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.
10
/ 10
Panama Canal (cruise Into Canal)
Panama Canal
Cruise travelers at the Panama Canal can enjoy a safe experience aboard their ship, with low crime rates and strong security measures.
6
/ 10
Cristobal, Panama
Cristobal
Cristobal is generally safe for cruise travelers during the day, but caution is advised due to risks of petty theft and crime.
6
/ 10
Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
Puerto Limon
Travelers to Puerto Limon should stay vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours for a safer experience.
9
/ 10
George Town, Grand Cayman
George Town
George Town, Grand Cayman, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a strong local law enforcement presence.

Cruise Ship

Ruby Princess Size Infographic

Ruby Princess

114 k
tonnage
951 ft
length
2008
year built
1,540
cabins
3,080
passengers
1,100
crew

RUBY PRINCESS SIZE

The Ruby Princess has a construction date of 2008 and a total size of 113,561 gross tons. The ship measures 951 feet (290 meters) in length. Ruby Princess is included in Princess’s Grand Class. At full capacity, the Ruby Princess holds 4,180 passengers. That includes 3,080 cruise vacationers and 1,100 staff members. The Ruby Princess total number of staterooms is 1,540.

Ruby Princess Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:113,561 GT
  • Length:951 ft (290 m)
  • Beam:118 ft (36 m)
  • Draft:27 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
  • Year Built:2008
  • Years Served:2008 - Present
  • Capacity:3,080
  • Crew Members:1,100
  • Total on Board:4,180
  • Total Staterooms:1,540
  • Flagged Country:Bermuda
  • Ship Cost:500 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Ruby 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 Ruby Princess Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
JAN 292024
United States
D: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. (126 words)

Day2
JAN 302024
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
JAN 312024
A:9:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Montego Bay, Jamaica, offers docking at Montego Bay Port. Travelers explore Rose Hall Great House and Doctor’s Cave Beach. Excursions include rafting on Martha Brae. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial estates 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 beach exploration. Montego Bay’s vibrant charm offers a lively Jamaican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic beaches, making Montego Bay an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day4
FEB 12024
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!

Day5
FEB 22024
A:6:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day6
FEB 32024
A:5:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day6
FEB 32024
A:3:00 PMD:6:00 PM

Cristobal, Panama, offers docking at Cristobal Port. Travelers view Gatun Locks and Colón’s 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 engineering 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. Cristobal’s industrial charm offers a vibrant Panamanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of canal history and cultural villages, making Cristobal an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day7
FEB 42024
A:6:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day8
FEB 52024
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!

Day9
FEB 62024
A:6:00 AMD:4:00 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. (126 words)

Day10
FEB 72024
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!

Day11
FEB 82024
United States
A:6:00 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)