Freedom of the Seas itinerary map for December 7, 2024 (8 nights)
Freedom of the Seas cruise ship

Freedom of the Seas — December 7, 20248-Night Eastern Caribbean on Royal Caribbean

This 8-night cruise aboard the Freedom of the Seas departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Saturday, December 7, 2024 and returns on Sunday, Dec 15th. December weather across this route averages 83°/63°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.8 out of 10 — Fort Lauderdale (7.0), Philipsburg (6.5), Castries (6.9), Basseterre (6.9).

Cruise Length
8
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Fort Lauderdale
Florida
Port Stops
4
Sea Days
4

Cruise Price - Freedom of the Seas December 7, 2024

Freedom of the Seas · December 7, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the Freedom of the Seas cruise ship departing December 7, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,096 ($137 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $761 ($96 per night), this represents a recent increase of 44%.

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Inside
$1,096
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Oceanview
$1,346
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Balcony
$2,322
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Suite
$4,498

Price History – Freedom of the Seas December 7, 2024

inside cabin
Freedom of the Seas
December 7, 2024
$1,096
44% vs avg: $761

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 8 Night Eastern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Freedom of the Seas · December 7, 2024

The Freedom of the Seas sails on December 7, 2024 for a 8 Night Eastern Caribbean (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 Dec 15th at 5:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Freedom of the Seas will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

8 Night Eastern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

  • DEC07
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC08
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC09
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC10
    Philipsburg, St. Maarten
    Philipsburg, St. Maarten
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC11
    Castries, St. Lucia
    Castries, St. Lucia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC12
    Basseterre, St. Kitts
    Basseterre, St. Kitts
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC13
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC14
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC15
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: 5:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 7, 2024 · 8 Night Eastern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 1 of Freedom of the Seas December 7, 2024 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Dec 7

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — Freedom of the Seas December 7, 2024 itinerary
Day 2•Sunday, Dec 8

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Freedom of the Seas — featuring Izumi Hibachi & Sushi, Vitality At Sea Spa, Bull And Bear Pub & Shore Excursions.

Day 3 at sea — Freedom of the Seas December 7, 2024 itinerary
Day 3•Monday, Dec 9

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Freedom of the Seas — featuring Izumi Hibachi & Sushi, Vitality At Sea Spa, Bull And Bear Pub & Shore Excursions.

Philipsburg, St. Maarten — Day 4 of Freedom of the Seas December 7, 2024 cruise
Day 4•Tuesday, Dec 10

Philipsburg, St. Maarten

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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
Castries, St. Lucia — Day 5 of Freedom of the Seas December 7, 2024 cruise
Day 5•Wednesday, Dec 11

Castries, St. Lucia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Castries, St. Lucia, offers docking at Castries Port. Travelers explore Pigeon Island and Sulphur Springs. Excursions include snorkeling at Anse Chastanet. Local markets sell green fig salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Piton peaks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Lucian favorite. Souvenirs, like cocoa 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. Castries’ vibrant charm offers a lively St. Lucian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Castries an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Basseterre, St. Kitts — Day 6 of Freedom of the Seas December 7, 2024 cruise
Day 6•Thursday, Dec 12

Basseterre, St. Kitts

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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
Day 7 at sea — Freedom of the Seas December 7, 2024 itinerary
Day 7•Friday, Dec 13

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Freedom of the Seas — featuring Izumi Hibachi & Sushi, Vitality At Sea Spa, Bull And Bear Pub & Shore Excursions.

Day 8 at sea — Freedom of the Seas December 7, 2024 itinerary
Day 8•Saturday, Dec 14

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Freedom of the Seas — featuring Izumi Hibachi & Sushi, Vitality At Sea Spa, Bull And Bear Pub & Shore Excursions.

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 9 of Freedom of the Seas December 7, 2024 cruise
Day 9•Sunday, Dec 15

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: —

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

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Freedom of the Seas - December 7, 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
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.
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
Castries, St. Lucia
Castries
Castries is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and protect 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.

Cruise Ship

Freedom of the Seas

⚓ Tonnage

156,271

vs avg 162,993

🛠️ Year Built

2,006

vs avg 2,010

📏 Length (ft)

1,112

vs avg 1,085

👥 Passenger Count

3,782

vs avg 4,184

The Freedom of the Seas has a construction date of 2006 and a total size of 156,271 gross tons. The ship measures 1,112 feet in length. Freedom of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Freedom class. At full capacity, the Freedom of the Seas holds 3,782 passengers. That includes 2,417 cruise vacationers and 1,365 staff members. The Freedom of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,963.

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Freedom of the Seas December 7, 2024 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Freedom of the Seas December 7, 2024 cruise?▾

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What's the weather like on the Freedom of the Seas December 7, 2024 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 8-night route, December averages 83°F highs and 63°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the December 7, 2024 Freedom of the Seas itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.8 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, with per-port scores of Fort Lauderdale 7.0, Philipsburg 6.5, Castries 6.9, Basseterre 6.9. 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 Freedom of the Seas sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Freedom of the Seas departs Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 3:00 PM and returns on Sunday, Dec 15th, 2024 at 5:00 AM. Total duration: 8 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Freedom of the Seas sailing on December 7, 2024?▾

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Last Updated: May 21, 2026