Voyage route — calls shown in order; map is schematic.
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Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Depart 17:00
Day 3
Puerto Plata
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00
Day 4
Labadee
Arrive 07:00 · Depart 17:00
Day 6
Coco Cay
Arrive 07:00 · Depart 17:00
Perfect Day at CocoCay, Royal Caribbean's private Bahamian island. Included beaches, a freshwater pool and the Caribbean's tallest waterslide sit a short pier walk or tender from the ship; the helium balloon is the one paid splurge.
Oasis Lagoon pool
Thrill Waterpark
Up, Up & Away balloon
Day 7
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Arrive 07:00
when to sail
Upcoming departures
12 Dec 2027
9 Jan 2028
23 Jan 2028
5 Mar 2028
19 Mar 2028
Upcoming sailings of this itinerary — a NestCruise advisor confirms current availability and your fare.
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7-Night Caribbean Cruise from Fort Lauderdale, Florida FAQ
Which ports does this cruise visit?
This 7-night Caribbean cruise calls at Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Puerto Plata, Labadee and Coco Cay.
How many days are spent at sea?
This is a port-intensive itinerary with no full days at sea.
Where does this cruise depart from?
It is a round-trip sailing from Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
How long is this cruise?
7 nights aboard Explorer of the Seas.
When does this itinerary sail?
Upcoming departures include 12 Dec 2027, 9 Jan 2028, 23 Jan 2028 and 5 Mar 2028. A NestCruise advisor can confirm current availability.
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