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Fort Lauderdale Cruise Crowd Forecast — Monday, December 28, 2026
A Little Crowded day in Fort Lauderdale — 3 ships representing ~10,686 estimated cruise passengers, 21% below a busy day.
Some cruise traffic, but likely manageable. Popular areas may be busier around the middle of the day.
- 3 shipsin port
- 10,686est. passengers
Where today falls, from a quiet day to a busy day
Quieter than 24% of scheduled cruise days at this port.
Why is this a little crowded?
3 ships are scheduled today, representing approximately 10,686 passengers of combined capacity. 3 of them arrive within the same hour, concentrating the morning rush.
Compared with other cruise days: Well above average for this port.
Ships in port
| Ship | Cruise line | Arrival | Departure | Berth | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis of the Seas | Royal Caribbean International | 06:00 | 16:00 | — | 5,492 |
| Brilliance of the Seas | Royal Caribbean International | 07:00 | 16:00 | — | 2,148 |
| Celebrity Reflection | Celebrity Cruises | 07:00 | 16:00 | — | 3,046 |
Arrival timeline
Bars show each ship’s scheduled time in port (6 AM – 10 PM port time).
Shore day advice
Independent exploration works well today — book the most popular attractions ahead, and expect the midday peak near the port.
Looking for a quieter day?
Data & accuracy
- Schedule source: published cruise-line itineraries (Royal Caribbean International, Carnival Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Virgin Voyages, Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises) — unofficial; this schedule is not published by the port authority
- Itineraries last checked: Nov 7, 2026
- Forecast date: Dec 28, 2026
- Provisional: this date is more than 7 days out — cruise lines adjust itineraries for weather and operations, so the schedule may change.
- Estimates are based on published ship capacities, not actual bookings or how many passengers go ashore.