Holland America, ABC Islands from Fort Lauderdale, January 5, 2024


9-day cruise to Curacao, Bonaire, Aruba and Half Moon Cay on board Rotterdam

ABC Islands from Fort LauderdaleCruising from: Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida;
Departure Date: January 5, 2024;
Duration: 9-day cruise;
Cruise Line: Holland America Line;
Cruise Ship: Rotterdam;
Ports of Call: Fort Lauderdale, Curacao, Bonaire, Aruba, Half Moon Cay, Fort Lauderdale;

Enjoy magnificent scenery and unique experiences on this Southern Caribbean cruise with Holland America Line

Day 0

Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale is the embarkation point for many cruise lines that take vacationers on fantasy trips to the Caribbean Sea. Fort Lauderdale’s Port Everglades has eight contemporary cruise terminals that welcome ships from major cruise companies. Above all, the terminals[…]

Day 1 – At Sea cruising

Cruising aboard Rotterdam elevates fun at sea to an art form. Rotterdam demonstrates a true mastery of the craft with an onboard collage of fun spots for you to enjoy.

Day 2 – At Sea cruising

Aboard Rotterdam you will experience the best dining, entertainment and amenities at sea against a backdrop of unrivaled natural beauty.

Day 3

Curacao

Curacao, along with Bonaire and Aruba, form the ABC islands, which are located near the coast of Venezuela. Curacao, a Dutch Caribbean island, is famed for its tucked-away beaches and enormous coral reefs teeming with marine life. Curacao has two[…]

Day 4

Bonaire

Bonaire is a Caribbean island located in the Leeward Antilles. It is part of the ABC Islands Group, which also includes Aruba and Curacao. Kralendijk is the capital of Bonaire. Bonaire National Marine Park protects its reef-lined coast. Aside from[…]

Day 5

Aruba

Aruba, a tiny Dutch Caribbean island off the coast of Venezuela in the southern Caribbean Sea, has dry, sunny weather, blond beaches, and gentle surf. Because of that, Aruba is a very popular port of call for cruise ships. Ships[…]

Day 6 – At Sea cruising

There are plenty of daily activities on board Rotterdam to keep you busy. Holland America Line has everything a discerning cruiser could want, bars, pools, sports venues and shops.

Day 7 – At Sea cruising

During your cruising day, enjoy watching the scenery drift by as you look forward to the next port.

Day 8

Half moon Cay, Bahamas

Accessible by Carnival and Holland America cruise ships, Half Moon Cay is often used as a stopover for cruises from Florida. Half Moon Cay is one of about 700 islands that make up the archipelago of the Bahamas. Also called[…]

Day 9

Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale is a residential resort city with a Venice-like series of canals and waterways. Fort Lauderdale and the rest of Broward County have plenty to offer visitors of all ages and tastes, from museums to beaches to theme parks. The[…]


Southern Caribbean cruises are fantastic ways to explore magical islands, beautiful beaches, crystal clear waters, fantastic food, among other things. Cruise from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) to ABC Islands and Bahamas. Visit Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao and Half Moon Cay. Enjoy magnificent scenery and unique experiences on this Southern Caribbean cruise with Holland America Line. Rotterdam leaving Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida for 9 days from January 5, 2024.

Port order and/or content may vary, please check specific sailing date for details at official cruise line website. Port arrival and departure times are approximate and subject to change without notice. For more information please visit the official cruise line website.