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Not Crowded
How crowded is Philipsburg on Dec 20, 2026?
Not Crowded day in Philipsburg — 3 ships carrying about 1,815 passengers, 67% below a typical day.
- 3 shipsin port
- 1,815est. passengers
- -67%vs typical
Morning rush: 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marella Discovery | Marella Cruises | 08:00 | 18:00 | — | 1 |
| Marella Explorer 2 | Marella Cruises | 08:00 | 18:00 | — | 1,814 |
| Seven Seas Splendor | — | 08:00 | 20:00 | — | n/a |
Arrival timeline
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Marella Discovery
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Marella Explorer 2
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Seven Seas Splendor
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Bars show each ship’s scheduled time in port (6 AM – 10 PM port time).
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Excursion timing advice
A great day to be in port — expect shorter lines, easier excursion availability, and a more relaxed terminal. Good day for the popular tours that are usually packed. Note: 3 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 20, 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.