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Unofficial schedule — built from published cruise-line itineraries, not the port authority. Last checked Nov 7, 2026. Coverage: sailings published by Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Carnival, Virgin Voyages, Norwegian and Princess. Ships from other cruise lines are not included yet, so passenger totals may understate the port's full day.

Super Crowded

Freeport Cruise Crowd Forecast — Tuesday, December 22, 2026

Super Crowded day in Freeport — 2 ships representing ~5,618 estimated cruise passengers, 25% above a busy day.

One of the busiest port days. Popular beaches, transportation and tourist areas may be significantly busier.

  • 2 shipsin port
  • 5,618est. passengers

Busier than 95% of scheduled cruise days at this port.

Provisional — schedule may change

Why is this super crowded?

2 ships are scheduled today, representing approximately 5,618 passengers of combined capacity.

Compared with other cruise days: Well above average for this port.

Ships in port

ShipCruise lineArrivalDepartureBerthCapacity
Explorer of the SeasRoyal Caribbean International08:0017:00—3,286
Norwegian DawnNorwegian Cruise Line08:0017:00—2,332

Arrival timeline

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Explorer of the Seas
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Norwegian Dawn
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Bars show each ship’s scheduled time in port (6 AM – 10 PM port time).

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Shore day advice

A ship excursion with an early departure is the best way to beat the crowds — expect lines everywhere after mid-morning, and have a plan before you disembark.

Looking for a quieter day?

See Freeport’s crowd calendar →

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 22, 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.