St. Maarten (Philipsburg) Cruise Ship Schedule 2028
This 2028 St. Maarten cruise ship schedule lists currently published itinerary arrivals at the Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise Facility in Philipsburg — ships dock in Great Bay with no tenders. This 2028 cruise schedule is based on currently published cruise itineraries and is updated as schedules change. Always check your cruise line for your final sailing details.
How This Schedule Helps You Plan
This 2028 St. Maarten cruise ship schedule lists currently published itinerary arrivals at the Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise Facility in Philipsburg — ships dock in Great Bay with no tenders. This 2028 cruise schedule is based on currently published cruise itineraries and is updated as schedules change. Always check your cruise line for your final sailing details.
Docked port: St. Maarten ships dock at the Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise Facility in Philipsburg (SXM) — no tender boats required.
Why Cruise Passengers Use This St. Maarten Schedule
- ✓Check whether your 2028 St. Maarten sailing already has a published itinerary row.
- ✓Compare Eastern Caribbean hubs that already list 2028 calls.
- ✓Treat any published times as planning guides until your cruise line finalizes the daily program.
- ✓Use the St. Maarten port guide for Maho Beach, Orient Bay, and dual-nation logistics.
Planning Your Day In St. Maarten
When a 2028 St. Maarten row is listed, pick one signature experience sized to the published window and keep return buffers generous.
What passengers typically do
- Maho Beach plane-spotting on morning arrivals
- Orient Bay beach club on longer windows
- Front Street Philipsburg shopping near the terminal
Top attractions
- Maho Beach
- Orient Bay
- Philipsburg Front Street
- Grand Case
Recommended excursion types
- Flexible island highlights until final ship times are confirmed
- Operators that reconfirm after the daily program is published
Timing considerations
- 2028 itinerary times can still change
- Island traffic intensifies on multi-ship days
Return-to-ship guidance: Allow 45–60 minutes before all-aboard and confirm final times on board.
Related Planning Resources
St. Maarten Monthly Schedules for 2028
Open a dedicated monthly page with published ship calls, arrival and departure times, and planning tips for that month.
Schedule Overview
St. Maarten receives consistent Eastern and Southern Caribbean traffic at the Dr. A.C. Wathey terminal. Multi-ship Philipsburg days affect taxi availability to Maho Beach and Orient Bay. Review 2026 and 2027 monthly schedules before booking plane-spotting or beach club excursions.
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2028 Monthly Schedule
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January 2028 at St. Maarten
| Date | Ship | Cruise Line | Arrival | Departure | Time in Port | Passenger Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2028-01-01 | Celebrity Apex | Celebrity Cruises | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 3,260 to 3,521 |
| 2028-01-01 | Celebrity Summit | Celebrity Cruises | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,158 to 2,590 |
| 2028-01-03 | Celebrity Summit | Celebrity Cruises | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,158 to 2,590 |
| 2028-01-03 | Harmony Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,475 to 6,314 |
| 2028-01-04 | Hero Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 |
| 2028-01-05 | Celebrity Silhouette | Celebrity Cruises | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,886 to 3,463 |
| 2028-01-06 | Odyssey Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 3,844 to 4,805 |
| 2028-01-10 | Seven Seas Grandeur | Regent Seven Seas | 07:00 | 17:00 | 10h | 754 to 829 |
| 2028-01-10 | Seven Seas Prestige | Regent Seven Seas | 08:00 | 18:00 | 10h | 822 |
| 2028-01-10 | Zuiderdam | Holland America Line | 08:00 | 16:00 | 8h | 1,970 to 2,364 |
| 2028-01-11 | Rhapsody Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,026 to 2,431 |
| 2028-01-12 | Celebrity Apex | Celebrity Cruises | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 3,260 to 3,521 |
| 2028-01-12 | Harmony Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,475 to 6,314 |
| 2028-01-12 | Vision Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,036 to 2,443 |
| 2028-01-13 | Star Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 |
| 2028-01-14 | Carnival Pride | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,124 to 2,549 |
| 2028-01-15 | Eurodam | Holland America Line | 08:00 | 21:00 | 13h | 2,104 to 2,525 |
| 2028-01-17 | Celebrity Ascent | Celebrity Cruises | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 3,260 to 3,521 |
| 2028-01-17 | Odyssey Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 3,844 to 4,805 |
| 2028-01-18 | Hero Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 |
| 2028-01-19 | Carnival Celebration | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,374 to 6,338 |
| 2028-01-19 | Carnival Firenze | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 4,232 to 5,078 |
| 2028-01-19 | Carnival Magic | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 3,690 to 4,428 |
| 2028-01-19 | Celebrity Beyond | Celebrity Cruises | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 3,276 to 3,950 |
| 2028-01-19 | Rhapsody Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,026 to 2,431 |
| 2028-01-21 | Seven Seas Prestige | Regent Seven Seas | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 822 |
| 2028-01-22 | Carnival Miracle | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,124 to 2,549 |
| 2028-01-24 | Celebrity Eclipse | Celebrity Cruises | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 2,850 to 3,420 |
| 2028-01-25 | Celebrity Apex | Celebrity Cruises | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 3,260 to 3,521 |
| 2028-01-25 | Hero Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 |
| 2028-01-25 | Oceania Sonata | Oceania Cruises | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | |
| 2028-01-25 | Rhapsody Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 07:00 | 16:30 | 9h 30m | 2,026 to 2,431 |
| 2028-01-26 | Harmony Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,475 to 6,314 |
| 2028-01-27 | Star Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 |
| 2028-01-31 | Rhapsody Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,026 to 2,431 |
35 ships scheduled. Arrivals and departures are subject to change by cruise lines and port authorities.
Cruise Passenger Information
Use this schedule alongside practical port-day details below. Knowing where your ship docks, whether tenders are required, and how long you are ashore helps you book excursions with a safe return buffer.
- Docking
- Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise Facility, Great Bay
- From ship to town
- Water taxi or 15-min walk to Philipsburg
- Tender required
- No — ships dock at pier
- Currency
- Netherlands Antillean Guilder (ANG), USD and Euro accepted
- Language
- English, Dutch, French
- Time zone
- Atlantic Standard Time (AST)
Passenger tips for St. Maarten
- Maho Beach plane spotting is weather and schedule dependent
- Orient Bay is on the French side, bring Euros or card
- Water taxis run between cruise pier and Philipsburg
- Book catamaran sails early on multi-ship days
- The island is small, you can visit both Dutch and French sides in one day
Crossing the island border is seamless. Use licensed taxis on both sides.
What to Do in St. Maarten on a Cruise Day
Dual-nation culture & beaches — Dual-nation island with famous beaches and Maho Beach plane spotting. Once you know your arrival and departure window from the schedule above, these are the experiences cruise passengers book most often.
Maho Beach
Famous beach beneath Princess Juliana Airport flight path.
15 min by taxi
Orient Bay
St. Martin's liveliest beach on the French side.
25 min by taxi
Philipsburg
Dutch capital with Front Street shopping.
Water taxi or walk
Grand Case
French side dining capital known as the gastronomic capital.
30 min by taxi
Recommended Shore Excursions
Signature pick: Orient Bay Beach Club — Orient Bay on the French side delivers the liveliest beach-club atmosphere in the Eastern Caribbean, loungers, restaurants, water sports, and a distinct European-Caribbean vibe.
Maho Beach & Plane Spotting
Sightseeing · 3-4 hours
Watch aircraft land dramatically over Maho Beach at Princess Juliana Airport.
Orient Bay Beach Day
Beach · 4-5 hours
French side beach with clubs, restaurants, and water sports.
Catamaran Sail & Snorkel
Catamaran · 4-5 hours
Sail to nearby islets with snorkeling and open bar.
French Side Island Tour
Island Tour · 4-5 hours
Explore Marigot, Grand Case, and Orient Bay on the French side.
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Also sailing in 2027?
St. Maarten has 503 published ship calls listed for 2027 and 225 for 2026. Compare both years if your itinerary spans seasons or you are choosing between sail dates.
Cruise Planning Tips
- ✓St. Maarten docks at the Dr. A.C. Wathey terminal in Philipsburg — no tenders — with a water taxi or 15-minute walk to Front Street.
- ✓Reach Maho Beach within 90 minutes of the gangway opening on multi-ship days for the best aircraft-spotting.
- ✓Book Orient Bay transfers early when two or more large ships share Great Bay.
- ✓Schedule French-side Grand Case or Marigot lunches only when departure is 4:00 PM or later.
- ✓Share your ship's departure time with island taxi drivers, who queue on busy pier days.
Related Links
Authority port page
St. Maarten shore excursions guideExcursions, beaches, port logistics, and passenger tipsSpecialist local website
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Detailed Local Guide
Looking for more detail? Our specialist partner for St. Maarten lists local operators with pier-aware pickup timing, transparent pricing, and excursion options tailored to cruise ship schedules.
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Dual-nation culture & beaches
This authority guide helps you compare St. Maarten excursions and plan your port day. St. Maarten Shore Excursions goes deeper with live tour listings, local operator pricing, pier pickup details, and booking options you will not find on generic cruise aggregators.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 2028 St. Maarten schedule from the port authority?
This 2028 cruise schedule is based on currently published cruise itineraries and is updated as schedules change. Always check your cruise line for your final sailing details.
Will more 2028 St. Maarten calls be added?
Yes. Coverage expands as more cruise itineraries are published and as official port calendars are released.
Caribbean Authority Hub
This 2028 cruise schedule is based on currently published cruise itineraries and is updated as schedules change. Always check your cruise line for your final sailing details.