Rotterdam: 11-Night from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) - November 10, 2026

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Philipsburg, St. Maarten, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Walking here reveals colorful shops, cafés, and local restaurants.

The Rotterdam will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into St. John's, Antigua. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation. Explore the historic Fort James, a colonial-era fort overlooking the harbor.

Your ship arrives in Roseau, Dominica at 8:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Roseau Botanical Gardens showcase native plants, tropical flowers, and colorful birds.

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Castries, St. Lucia, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Dress lightly and use sun protection, as humidity can be high.

The Rotterdam will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into Port of Basseterre, St. Kitts, St. Kitts and Nevis. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation. Walking through downtown Basseterre reveals colorful colonial buildings, the central Circus Square, and a variety of local shops and cafés.

Your ship arrives in Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands at 7:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Wandering the streets near the harbor reveals colorful buildings, small museums, and local shops mixed with cafes and bars.

With 7 hours hours in Half Moon Cay (Little San Salvador Island), Bahamas and the Rotterdam carrying over 2,000 passengers, time and transportation will be tight. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the best move - priority disembarkation and a guaranteed return to the ship. Don't leave this to chance. The main beach at Half Moon Cay is wide, clean, and beautifully calm.

Your cruise ends in Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, where the Rotterdam is scheduled to dock at 7:00 AM. With over 2,000 passengers, disembarkation groups are called over a one to two hour window - once your group is called, you'll be off in about 15 minutes. Self-assist lets you walk off first. Book your flight at least five hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. Las Olas Boulevard is the heart of the city for shopping, dining, and people watching.