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Crowded
How crowded is Philipsburg on Jan 15, 2027?
Crowded day in Philipsburg — 4 ships carrying about 6,637 passengers, 19% above a typical day.
- 4 shipsin port
- 6,637est. passengers
- +19%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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnival Pride | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 17:00 | — | 2,134 |
| Rotterdam | — | 08:00 | 17:00 | — | 1,404 |
| Ilma | Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection | 08:00 | 19:00 | — | n/a |
| Norwegian Prima | Norwegian Cruise Line | 09:00 | 18:00 | — | 3,099 |
Arrival timeline
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Carnival Pride
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Rotterdam
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Ilma
8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Norwegian Prima
9:00 AM – 6:00 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: Jan 15, 2027
- 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.