Independence of the Seas itinerary map for January 10, 2028
Independence of the Seas
Independence of the Seas
January 10, 2028
8 Night Southern Caribbean

Independence of the Seas January 10, 2028

The Independence of the Seas January 10, 2028 cruise departs from Miami, Florida. On this 8 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) sailing, the Independence of the Seas will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Monday, Jan 10th and returns on Wednesday, Jan 19th, 2028.

Cruise Length
9
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Miami
Florida
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
4
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Independence of the Seas · January 10, 2028

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Independence of the Seas · January 10, 2028

The Independence of the Seas sails on January 10, 2028 for a 8 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Jan 19th at 5:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the Independence of the Seas will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

8 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip)

  • JAN10
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN12
    Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
    Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN13
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN14
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN15
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • JAN16
    Willemstad, Curacao
    Willemstad, Curacao
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN19
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: 5:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

January 10, 2028 · 8 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip)

Miami, Florida
Day 1•Monday, Jan 10

Miami, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco 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. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast.

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At Sea
Day 2•Tuesday, Jan 11

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Day 3•Wednesday, Jan 12

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, provides docking at Puerto Plata Port. Travelers explore Amber Museum and Mount Isabel de Torres. Excursions include snorkeling at Sosúa Beach. 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 jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Puerto Plata’s vibrant charm offers a dynamic Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic beaches, and Caribbean culture, making Puerto Plata an engaging destination for exploration.

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San Juan, Puerto Rico
Day 4•Thursday, Jan 13

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

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At Sea
Day 5•Friday, Jan 14

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Oranjestad, Aruba
Day 6•Saturday, Jan 15

Oranjestad, Aruba

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 10:00 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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Willemstad, Curacao
Day 7•Sunday, Jan 16

Willemstad, Curacao

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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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At Sea
Day 8•Monday, Jan 17

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 9•Tuesday, Jan 18

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Miami, Florida
Day 10•Wednesday, Jan 19

Miami, Florida

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: —

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco 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. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast.

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Weather Forecast

Independence of the Seas - January 10, 2028 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Miami, Florida

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January

Typical Weather

80°F

Average High

43°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

1.7 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
Miami, Florida
Miami
Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.
6
/ 10
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Puerto Plata
Travelers to Puerto Plata should remain vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours to enhance safety while exploring.
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.
8
/ 10
Oranjestad, Aruba
Oranjestad
Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.
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.

Cruise Ship

Independence of the Seas

⚓ Tonnage

154,407

vs avg 160,100

🛠️ Year Built

2,008

vs avg 2,009

📏 Length (ft)

1,112

vs avg 1,081

👥 Passenger Count

3,648

vs avg 4,070

The Independence of the Seas has a construction date of 2008 and a total size of 154,407 gross tons. The ship measures 1,112 feet in length. Independence of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Freedom class. At full capacity, the Independence of the Seas holds 3,648 passengers. That includes 2,288 cruise vacationers and 1,360 staff members. The Independence of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,932.

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Cruise Director

On duty at sail date (January 10, 2028)

Susan Adams

Susan Adams

Country: N/A•Start: Sep 10, 2025•End: Current

Susan Adams is a Royal Caribbean cruise director known for her calm leadership style and focus on guest comfort and communication.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Independence of the Seas sailing on January 10, 2028?

This is a 9-night cruise itinerary departing from Miami, Florida.

What ports does the Independence of the Seas visit on the January 10, 2028 cruise?

This route includes miami-florida, puerto-plata-dominican-republic, san-juan-puerto-rico, oranjestad-aruba, willemstad-curacao.

How many sea days are included on this Independence of the Seas January 10, 2028 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 4 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Independence of the Seas sailing on January 10, 2028?

Susan Adams is scheduled as cruise director for this sailing.

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 Independence of the Seas itinerary?

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