Zuiderdam: 10-Night Cruise from Miami - April 7, 2027

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 Zuiderdam is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in St. John's, Antigua are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. Explore the historic Fort James, a colonial-era fort overlooking the harbor.

Your ship arrives in Castries, St. Lucia 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. Several inviting beaches sit within a short drive of the port, offering soft sand and clear water backed by green hills.

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Port of Basseterre, St. Kitts, St. Kitts and Nevis, 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 through downtown Basseterre reveals colorful colonial buildings, the central Circus Square, and a variety of local shops and cafés.

The Zuiderdam is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. Wandering the streets near the harbor reveals colorful buildings, small museums, and local shops mixed with cafes and bars.

Your ship arrives in Half Moon Cay (Little San Salvador Island), Bahamas 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. The main beach at Half Moon Cay is wide, clean, and beautifully calm.

Your cruise ends in Miami, Florida, where the Zuiderdam is scheduled to dock at 7:00 AM. On a smaller ship, the disembarkation process moves quickly - most passengers are off within one to two hours. If you're flying out, book your flight at least four hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. Food lovers can explore Latin American cuisine, while sun seekers enjoy miles of sandy shoreline and turquoise waters.