10-day western Caribbean: greater antilles, Belize & Mexico
10-night Caribbean cruise from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida aboard Rotterdam.
Calling at RelaxAway Half Moon Cay, Falmouth, Grand Cayman, Mahogany Bay, Belize City and Cozumel, with 3 days at sea. 7 ports of call across Florida, Bahamas, Jamaica, Cayman Islands, Honduras, Belize and Mexico.
Rotterdam is a Holland America Line Pinnacle-class ship that entered service in 2021, the seventh ship in the line’s history to carry the name. Carrying around 2,670 guests, she features the World Stage theatre, Music Walk live-music venues and Holland America’s signature dining line-up.
Stateroom categories range from Interior to Pinnacle Suite.
- 12 Dec 2026 – 22 Dec 2026
from $1,399 pp twin share *
Additional Pricing Information
- Interior from $1,399 pp twin share
- Ocean View from $1,789 pp twin share
- Verandah from $2,019 pp twin share
- Vista Suite from $3,099 pp twin share
- Signature Suite from $6,199 pp twin share
- Pinnacle Suite from $14,879 pp twin share
* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Departs 04:00 pm.
According to the popular 1960 beach movie, Fort Lauderdale is “where the boys are.” The city’s reputation as America’s Spring Break capital, however, has been replaced with the more favorable image of a prime family tourist destination, attracting more than 10 million visitors annually. The most popular beach resort in Florida is even more rightly famed as the “Yachting Capital of the World,” with more than 40,000 registered crafts calling its waters home. The city also prides itself on being the “Venice of America” with more than 300 miles of navigable waterways. Fort Lauderdale boasts world-class theaters, museums, sightseeing, and shopping. The city sits 24 miles north of Miami and is named after a series of forts built by the United States during the second Seminole War. The forts took their name from Major William Lauderdale, who was the commander of the detachment of soldiers who built the first fort. Look hard and you might find remnants of three of them today. More people seem to be interested in taking a water tour aboard the “Carrie B.”
Day 2 – RelaxAway Half Moon Cay, Bahamas
Arrives 09:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
Day 3 – At Sea
Day 4 – Falmouth, Jamaica
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
Day 5 – Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
When Columbus made his landfall in the Caymans in 1503, he found tortoises and sea turtles in such profusion that he promptly named the islands Las Tortugas. But the name that stuck for the islands was the Carib word “Caimanas.” Fitting, since the caiman is a New World crocodilian and the islands were long the lair of pirates, buccaneers, and assorted freebooters. Despite their past, the Caymans are a Caribbean demi-paradise of white-sand beaches, coral gardens, and offshore waters harboring spectacular shipwrecks. Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman also boast the highest standard of living in the entire Caribbean. This union of natural beauty and cosmopolitan style makes Grand Cayman a spectacular port of call for today’s adventurers. Note: Grand Cayman is an anchorage port. Passengers transfer to shore via ship’s tender. In certain sea conditions, an alternate pier is used to transfer passengers ashore. This may cause tour durations to vary.
Day 6 – At Sea
Day 7 – Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Honduras
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
Day 8 – Belize City, Belize
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 04:00 pm.
Located at the base of the Yucatan Peninsula, Belize offers travelers a wealth of attractions. The country’s dense rain forest is dotted with Mayan ruins. The forest is also home to a wide range of tropical wildlife, ranging from jaguars and ocelots to keel-boated macaws and howler monkeys. Offshore, the world’s second largest barrier reef offers some of the finest diving in the world. And Belize’s easygoing ways, a legacy of its past as a British colony, feels far more akin to a small Caribbean island than a Central American republic. Note: Belize City is an anchorage port, guests transfer to shore via local tender.
Day 9 – Cozumel, Mexico
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 07:00 pm.
Mayan myth claims that Cozumel was home to the gods. Truly Cozumel is a place fit for the gods, with its dazzling white-sand beaches, ruined Mayan temples, exotic jungle wildlife, and crystalline waters teeming with tropical fish. Just offshore lay Palancar Reef, considered one of the most spectacular coral formations in all the Caribbean. Of course, the gods weren’t the only individuals attracted to this terrestrial paradise: during its long and colorful history, Cozumel has been home to pirates, buccaneers, and freebooters, including Sir Henry Morgan and Jean Lafitte. Today’s traveler will discover the same ravishing beauty and relaxation that entertained gods and pirates alike.
Day 10 – At Sea
Day 11 – Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Arrives 07:00 am.
According to the popular 1960 beach movie, Fort Lauderdale is “where the boys are.” The city’s reputation as America’s Spring Break capital, however, has been replaced with the more favorable image of a prime family tourist destination, attracting more than 10 million visitors annually. The most popular beach resort in Florida is even more rightly famed as the “Yachting Capital of the World,” with more than 40,000 registered crafts calling its waters home. The city also prides itself on being the “Venice of America” with more than 300 miles of navigable waterways. Fort Lauderdale boasts world-class theaters, museums, sightseeing, and shopping. The city sits 24 miles north of Miami and is named after a series of forts built by the United States during the second Seminole War. The forts took their name from Major William Lauderdale, who was the commander of the detachment of soldiers who built the first fort. Look hard and you might find remnants of three of them today. More people seem to be interested in taking a water tour aboard the “Carrie B.”
Highlights
- Cruise the Western Caribbean on a modern Holland America ship
- Discover 7 ports across the region, from Florida to Mexico
- Indulge in onboard entertainment, dining and enrichment
10-night Caribbean cruise from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida aboard Rotterdam.
Calling at RelaxAway Half Moon Cay, Falmouth, Grand Cayman, Mahogany Bay, Belize City and Cozumel, with 3 days at sea. 7 ports of call across Florida, Bahamas, Jamaica, Cayman Islands, Honduras, Belize and Mexico.
Rotterdam is a Holland America Line Pinnacle-class ship that entered service in 2021, the seventh ship in the line’s history to carry the name. Carrying around 2,670 guests, she features the World Stage theatre, Music Walk live-music venues and Holland America’s signature dining line-up.
Stateroom categories range from Interior to Pinnacle Suite.
Inclusions
- Dining in the main Dining Room and casual venues
- Live music venues and nightly entertainment
- Fitness centre and swimming pools
- Enrichment programme and port talks
FAQs
Rotterdam is a Holland America Line Pinnacle-class ship that entered service in 2021, the seventh ship in the line’s history to carry the name. Carrying around 2,670 guests, she features the World Stage theatre, Music Walk live-music venues and Holland America’s signature dining line-up.
Stateroom categories available on this sailing: Pinnacle Suite, Signature Suite, Vista Suite, Verandah, Ocean View and Interior.
How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 11 days and 10 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 12 Dec 2026 and 22 Dec 2026, subject to live availability.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
What style of accommodation is used?
Accommodation is pre-arranged as part of the journey, with specific properties shown in the trip details.
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