12-Day Panama Canal Discovery: Costa Rica & Greater Antilles

1. Day 1Feb 28

   Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States

   Depart 4:00 PM

   Embark

2. Day 2Mar 1

   RelaxAway Half Moon Cay, Bahamas

   Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

   Tender

3. Day 3Mar 2

   At sea

4. Day 4Mar 3

   At sea

5. Day 5Mar 4

   Oranjestad, Aruba

   Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

   

6. Day 6Mar 5

   At sea

7. Day 7Mar 6

   Cartagena, Colombia

   Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 2:00 PM

   

8. Day 8Mar 7

   Enter Panama Canal Cristobal

   Arrive 6:00 AMDepart 7:00 AM

   Scenic cruising

9. Day 8Mar 7

   Cruising Panama Canal and Gatun Lake

   Scenic cruising

10. Day 8Mar 7

    Gatun Lake, Panama

    Arrive 11:00 AMDepart 11:00 AM

    Scenic cruising

11. Day 8Mar 7

    Cruising Gatun Lake and Panama Canal

    Scenic cruising

12. Day 8Mar 7

    Exit Panama Canal Cristobal

    Arrive 2:00 PMDepart 3:00 PM

    Scenic cruising

13. Day 8Mar 7

    Colon, Panama

    Arrive 5:00 PMDepart 9:00 PM

    

14. Day 9Mar 8

    Puerto Limon (San Jose), Costa Rica

    Arrive 7:30 AMDepart 4:30 PM

    

15. Day 10Mar 9

    At sea

16. Day 11Mar 10

    Georgetown, Cayman Islands

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 4:00 PM

    Tender

    

17. Day 12Mar 11

    At sea

18. Day 13Mar 12

    Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States

    Arrive 7:00 AM

    Disembark

Nieuw Amsterdam

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  Inside

  Inside (143–225 sq ft)

  These comfortable 143–225 sq. ft. staterooms feature ample storage space and two beds that convert to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush euro-top mattress — premium massage showerheads and a host of amenities.

  $1,699

  Chosen Inside

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  Ocean View

  Ocean View

  With a view of the ocean through a window or porthole, these expansive staterooms include a sitting area, two beds that convert to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush euro-top mattress — premium massage showerheads, and a host of amenities.

  $1,999

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  Verandah

  Verandah (228–405 sq ft)

  Floor-to-ceiling glass doors lead to your private balcony, infusing these coveted 228–405 sq. ft. staterooms with natural light. Enjoy a private verandah overlooking the ocean, a spacious sitting area for unwinding, and our signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed that can convert from one queen to two beds.

  $3,299

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  Signature Suite

  Signature (393–400 sq ft)

  These elegant 393–400 sq. ft. suites feature a sitting area with floor-to-ceiling glass doors overlooking a private verandah. Signature Suites accommodate up to four guests with two beds that convert to a queen- or king-size bed — our signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed, and a Murphy, Pullman, or sofa bed, depending on configuration.

  $4,899

  Choose Signature Suite

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  Neptune Suite

  Neptune Suite (465–502 sq ft)

  Featuring floor-to-ceiling glass doors, a spacious private verandah, expansive sitting areas, and comfortable sleeping accommodations with Mariner’s Dream™ beds, our 465–502 sq. ft. suite sleeps up to four guests and boasts a deep soaking tub and an independent, full-size shower stall, dual-sink vanities, premium bathrobes, pillow menus, fresh flowers, and binoculars.

  $6,799

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• Nov 8, 2026 – Nov 20, 2026Nieuw AmsterdamFrom $1,099
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• Feb 7, 2027 – Feb 19, 2027Nieuw AmsterdamFrom $1,799
• Feb 28, 2027 – Mar 12, 2027Nieuw Amsterdam · this sailingFrom $1,699
• Mar 21, 2027 – Apr 2, 2027Nieuw AmsterdamFrom $1,699

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