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Crowded
How crowded is Philipsburg on Dec 14, 2026?
Crowded day in Philipsburg — 4 ships carrying about 5,527 passengers, 1% below a typical day.
- 4 shipsin port
- 5,527est. passengers
- -1%vs typical
Morning rush: 4 ships arrive within the same hour — expect crowds at the terminal and excursion meeting points.
Provisional — schedule may change
Ships in port
| Ship | Cruise line | Arrival | Departure | Berth | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwegian Prima | Norwegian Cruise Line | 07:00 | 17:00 | — | 3,099 |
| Rhapsody of the Seas | Royal Caribbean International | 08:00 | 16:00 | — | 2,040 |
| Silver Shadow | Silversea Cruises | 08:00 | 18:00 | — | 388 |
| Sea Cloud Spirit | Sea Cloud Cruises | 08:00 | 19:00 | — | n/a |
Arrival timeline
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Norwegian Prima
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Rhapsody of the Seas
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Silver Shadow
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sea Cloud Spirit
8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Bars show each ship’s scheduled time in port (6 AM – 10 PM port time).
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Excursion timing advice
A crowded day — popular excursions may fill up, so booking ahead is smart. Aim for morning departures to enjoy sights before the biggest crowds build. Note: 4 ships arrive within the same hour, so expect a morning rush at the terminal and excursion meeting points — an early start beats it.
Data & accuracy
- Schedule source: Port St. Maarten
- Data last fetched: Sep 28, 2026
- Forecast date: Dec 14, 2026
- Provisional: this date is more than 7 days out — cruise lines adjust itineraries for weather and operations, so the schedule may change.
- Passenger figures are estimates based on published ship capacities, not actual bookings — real loads vary by sailing.