The Americas & Caribbean from Fort Lauderdale

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Day 12 Dec 4, 2026 Willemstad, Curacao 07:00 – 20:00 13.0 hrs ashore A beauty to behold, Curaçao, a Dutch Caribbean island just off the coast of Venezuela, offers dramatic coastlines, hidden beaches tucked into coves, expansive coral reefs, wondrous caves and two different climates: one wet and tropical, the other dry. Abuzz with European flair, Willemstad, the capital, boasts a thriving art and culinary scene, pretty pastel-coloured colonial architecture, museums and a go-go attitude, thanks in part to its booming economy. As you arrive on an MSC Caribbean and Antilles cruise in Willemstad, you’ll have options for MSC excursions at your fingertips as diverse as its climate: Cultural tours or nature tours? Beach or hiking? A blend of both? The choice is yours. Start by exploring the narrow alleys and gaze at the curious houses in bright colours in the picturesque old town of Willemstad, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dutch colonial-style houses with sloping roofs, and alternating pink, light green, blue and yellow colours contrast with the monochrome blue of the sky and sea, a panorama worthy of Instagram. MSC excursions let you hop on a trolley tour or join a guided walking tour to marvel at the city’s best known sites. At the mouth of the bay of Sint Annabaai, between the two districts of Willemstad, lies Fort Amsterdam, one of the most important forts on the island. Built in 1635, the fort is now the seat of the governor, and houses a Protestant church and a museum. The church, built in 1769, was fired upon by a British warship in 1804, and you can still find a cannonball embedded in the southwestern wall of the church. Another fort worth seeing is Fort Beekenburg, overlooking Caracas Bay. Constructed in 1703, it was actively used in the 19th century to defend against the French, British and pirates, and is one of the best-preserved fortifications in the Caribbean. A Curaçao cruise lets you tour the factory where the world-famous Curaçao liqueur is made. At the sunshine yellow Chobolo Mansion, visit the old distillery to learn how the distillation process works and, of course, you get to sample the Blue Curaçao liqueur. For an otherworldly experience, opt for a short drive to the north of Willemstad, passing salt flats and flamingos, to explore the Hato Caves on a guided tour. At this natural wonder, you’ll learn about stalagmites, stalactites, limestone formations and, if you're lucky, you’ll spot long-nosed fruit bats. Or to observe the stunning coastline, another MSC excursion takes you on a country drive, past old plantation homes, to Boka Tabla, part of Shete Boka National Park, on the north coast. Admire the phenomenon of how the pounding surf has over time formed beautiful coves and interesting rock shapes stretching over seven miles of unspoiled shoreline. Willemstad, Curacao port guide Search cruises visiting Willemstad, Curacao

Willemstad, Curacao photo — Day 12 Dec 4, 2026 Willemstad, Curacao 07:00 – 20:00 13.0 hrs ashore A beauty to behold, Curaçao, a Dutch Caribbean island just off the coast of Venezuela, offers dramatic coastlines, hidden beaches tucked into coves, expansive coral reefs, wondrous caves and two different climates: one wet and tropical, the other dry. Abuzz with European flair, Willemstad, the capital, boasts a thriving art and culinary scene, pretty pastel-coloured colonial architecture, museums and a go-go attitude, thanks in part to its booming economy. As you arrive on an MSC Caribbean and Antilles cruise in Willemstad, you’ll have options for MSC excursions at your fingertips as diverse as its climate: Cultural tours or nature tours? Beach or hiking? A blend of both? The choice is yours. Start by exploring the narrow alleys and gaze at the curious houses in bright colours in the picturesque old town of Willemstad, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dutch colonial-style houses with sloping roofs, and alternating pink, light green, blue and yellow colours contrast with the monochrome blue of the sky and sea, a panorama worthy of Instagram. MSC excursions let you hop on a trolley tour or join a guided walking tour to marvel at the city’s best known sites. At the mouth of the bay of Sint Annabaai, between the two districts of Willemstad, lies Fort Amsterdam, one of the most important forts on the island. Built in 1635, the fort is now the seat of the governor, and houses a Protestant church and a museum. The church, built in 1769, was fired upon by a British warship in 1804, and you can still find a cannonball embedded in the southwestern wall of the church. Another fort worth seeing is Fort Beekenburg, overlooking Caracas Bay. Constructed in 1703, it was actively used in the 19th century to defend against the French, British and pirates, and is one of the best-preserved fortifications in the Caribbean. A Curaçao cruise lets you tour the factory where the world-famous Curaçao liqueur is made. At the sunshine yellow Chobolo Mansion, visit the old distillery to learn how the distillation process works and, of course, you get to sample the Blue Curaçao liqueur. For an otherworldly experience, opt for a short drive to the north of Willemstad, passing salt flats and flamingos, to explore the Hato Caves on a guided tour. At this natural wonder, you’ll learn about stalagmites, stalactites, limestone formations and, if you're lucky, you’ll spot long-nosed fruit bats. Or to observe the stunning coastline, another MSC excursion takes you on a country drive, past old plantation homes, to Boka Tabla, part of Shete Boka National Park, on the north coast. Admire the phenomenon of how the pounding surf has over time formed beautiful coves and interesting rock shapes stretching over seven miles of unspoiled shoreline. Willemstad, Curacao port guide Search cruises visiting Willemstad, Curacao

Pricing

Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 94-day span: $8,260 · range $8,260–$8,728

Current prices

Per person · 2 guests · incl. taxes & fees

Inside

Not available

Oceanview

from $8,728

$459 / night

Fare rows

Double Guest Room with Ocean View

Cabin grade

Available

from $8,728

$459 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Double Guest Room with Ocean View

Cabin grade

Available

from $9,520

$501 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Single Guest Room with Ocean View

Cabin grade

Available

from $11,158

$587 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Single Guest Room with Ocean View

Cabin grade

Available

from $12,220

$643 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony

from $10,024

$527 / night

Fare rows

Double Guest Room with Veranda

Cabin grade

Available

from $10,024

$527 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Double Guest Room with Veranda

Cabin grade

Available

from $10,267

$540 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Double Guest Room with Veranda

Cabin grade

Available

from $10,960

$576 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Double Guest Room with Veranda

Cabin grade

Available

from $11,230

$591 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Suite

from $9,938

$523 / night

Fare rows

Aquamarine Ocean View Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $9,938

$523 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Aquamarine Veranda Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $10,703

$563 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Aquamarine Ocean View Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $10,865

$571 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Aquamarine Veranda Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $11,468

$603 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Aquamarine Veranda Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $11,715

$616 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Sapphire Veranda Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $12,256

$645 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Aquamarine Veranda Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $12,565

$661 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Sapphire Veranda Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $12,688

$667 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Sapphire Veranda Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $13,440

$707 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Sapphire Veranda Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $13,920

$732 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Junior Crystal Penthouse Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $23,389

$1,231 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Junior Crystal Penthouse Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $25,810

$1,358 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Crystal Penthouse Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $28,573

$1,503 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Crystal Penthouse Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $31,570

$1,661 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Prices verified Jun 25, 2026

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Show all 11 cabin grades

Name	Supplier code	Type
Double Guest Room with Veranda	CSVF	Balcony
Double Guest Room with Veranda	CSVM	Balcony
Double Guest Room with Ocean View	CSWM	Oceanview
Single Guest Room with Ocean View	SGWF	Oceanview
Crystal Penthouse Suite	CHV5	Suite
Sapphire Veranda Suite	GSVF	Suite
Sapphire Veranda Suite	GSVM	Suite
Junior Crystal Penthouse Suite	RYVF	Suite
Aquamarine Veranda Suite	SSVF	Suite
Aquamarine Veranda Suite	SSVM	Suite
Aquamarine Ocean View Suite	SSWM	Suite

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