Freedom of the Seas itinerary map for December 21, 2024 (8 nights)
Freedom of the Seas itinerary map for December 21, 2024 (8 nights)
8 nights · 5 ports
Round-trip · Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Royal CaribbeanFreedom of the Seas

Freedom of the Seas
December 21, 2024

8-Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday aboard Freedom of the Seas · Departing December 21, 2024 from the Port of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 8-night cruise aboard the Freedom of the Seas departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Saturday, December 21, 2024 and returns on Sunday, Dec 29th. December weather across this route averages 84°/64°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.2 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.2OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 72% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
8
night cruise
Sat → Sun
02
Fort Lauderdale
departure port
Florida
03
5
port stops
Holiday
04
3
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE07 SECTIONS
03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Freedom of the Seas December 21, 2024 Price & Tracking

FREEDOM OF THE SEAS·DECEMBER 21, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the Freedom of the Seas cruise ship departing December 21, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,748 ($219 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,702 ($213 per night), this represents a recent increase of 3%.

Freedom of the Seas cruise departing December 21, 2024 — 8-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,748 ($219 per night). Average price: $1,702.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,701
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Freedom of the Seas · December 21, 2024
$1,748
$219 per night · 8 nights
↑
3% above average
Avg $1,701

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// 03 · ITINERARY

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

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 21, 2024
The Freedom of the Seas sails on December 21, 2024 for a 8 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) (Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) 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 29th at 5:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Freedom of the Seas will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Freedom of the Seas
DECEMBER 21, 2024
9 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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8 NIGHTS · 4 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
// 04 · PORTS

8 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Port List

Freedom of the Seas·December 21, 2024
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 1 of Freedom of the Seas December 21, 2024 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·DEC 21

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.

DECEMBER FORECAST
63°F avg · Avg
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas — Day 4 of Freedom of the Seas December 21, 2024 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·DEC 24

Charlotte Amalie

St. Thomas
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 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.

DECEMBER FORECAST
80°F avg · Avg
Basseterre, St. Kitts — Day 5 of Freedom of the Seas December 21, 2024 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
WEDNESDAY·DEC 25

Basseterre

St. Kitts
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
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.

DECEMBER FORECAST
80°F avg · Avg
San Juan, Puerto Rico — Day 6 of Freedom of the Seas December 21, 2024 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·DEC 26

San Juan

Puerto Rico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
1:00 PM

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.

DECEMBER FORECAST
80°F avg · Avg
Labadee (Cruise Line Private Island) — Day 7 of Freedom of the Seas December 21, 2024 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:30 AM
4:00 PM

Labadee, Haiti (Cruise Line Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Dragon’s Breath Zipline and Amiga Island. Excursions include snorkeling at Nellie’s Beach. Local markets sell djon djon. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures lush hills and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes griot, a Haitian favorite. Souvenirs, like wooden 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. Labadee’s resort allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of adventure activities and scenic beaches, making Labadee an engaging destination for relaxation.

DECEMBER FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

8 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Freedom of the Seas·December 21, 2024
DEC FORECAST · FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
63°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
82°
AVG LOW
45°
AVG RAINFALL
2.0"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
63°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Freedom of the Seas December 21, 2024 Excursions

Freedom of the Seas·December 21, 2024

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Freedom of the Seas itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

8 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

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 AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 72% of all cruises
7.2/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN05 PORTS
01

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is secure, but travelers should stay vigilant and cautious in neighborhoods with higher crime rates.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Charlotte Amalie 🌍

St. Thomas · U. S. Virgin IslandsCAUTION

Travelers should stay vigilant in Charlotte Amalie, avoiding isolated areas and being cautious in crowded spots to minimize crime risks.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Basseterre 🌍

St. Kitts · St Kitts And NevisMODERATE

Basseterre is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's wise to stay vigilant against petty theft and avoid poorly lit areas at night.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

San Juan 🇵🇷

Puerto Rico · Puerto RicoCAUTION

Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Labadee (Cruise Line Private Island) 🌍

Haiti · HaitiSAFE

Labadee is a secure private island for cruise travelers, offering a controlled environment for safe enjoyment of its amenities and activities.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Freedom of the Seas Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsROYAL CARIBBEAN
Freedom of the Seas
ROYAL CARIBBEAN · FREEDOM
CHRISTENED
2006
STATEROOMS
1,963
TONNAGE
156,271GT
4.1% BELOW AVG· vs avg 162,993 GT
YEAR BUILT
2006
4 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2010
LENGTH
1,112ft
2.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 1,085 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
3,782cruisers
9.6% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,184 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

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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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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// 09 · FAQ

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