Celebrity Apex itinerary map for December 23, 2023
Celebrity Apex

7 Night Western Caribbean Holiday on Celebrity Celebrity Apex

December 23, 2023

Celebrity Apex December 23, 2023

The Celebrity Apex December 23, 2023 cruise departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 7 Night Western Caribbean Holiday (Fort Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the Celebrity Apex will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Dec 23rd and returns on Saturday, Dec 30th, 2023.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Fort Lauderdale
Florida
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
2
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Celebrity Apex · December 23, 2023

The Celebrity Apex sails on December 23, 2023 for a 7 Night Western Caribbean Holiday (Fort Lauderdale Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 2:30 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Dec 30th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Celebrity Apex will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Western Caribbean Holiday (Fort Lauderdale Roundtrip)

  • DEC23
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: — - D: 2:30 PM
  • DEC24
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC25
    George Town, Grand Cayman
    George Town, Grand Cayman
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC26
    Coxen Hole, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
    Coxen Hole, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • DEC27
    Belize City, Belize
    Belize City, Belize
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC28
    Cozumel, Mexico
    Cozumel, Mexico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC30
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 23, 2023 · 7 Night Western Caribbean Holiday (Fort Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Day 1•Saturday, Dec 23

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 2:30 PM

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, offers docking at Port Everglades. Travelers explore Las Olas Boulevard and Everglades tours. Excursions include airboat rides. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canals and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Fort Lauderdale’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and natural adventures, making Fort Lauderdale an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 2•Sunday, Dec 24

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

George Town, Grand Cayman
Day 3•Monday, Dec 25

George Town, Grand Cayman

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

George Town, Grand Cayman, offers docking at George Town Port. Travelers explore Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City. Excursions include snorkeling at Coral Gardens. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes conch chowder, a Caymanian favorite. Souvenirs, like turtle crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. George Town’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Cayman stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine adventures, making George Town an engaging destination.

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Coxen Hole, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
Day 4•Tuesday, Dec 26

Coxen Hole, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Coxen Hole, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras, offers docking at Coxen Hole Port. Travelers explore West Bay Beach and Gumbalimba Park. Excursions include snorkeling at Mesoamerican Reef. Local markets sell baleadas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sopa de caracol, a Honduran favorite. Souvenirs, like mahogany crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Garifuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Coxen Hole’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Honduran stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of beaches and marine adventures, making Coxen Hole an engaging destination.

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Belize City, Belize
Day 5•Wednesday, Dec 27

Belize City, Belize

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Belize City, Belize, offers docking at Belize City Port. Travelers explore Altun Ha ruins and Belize Zoo. Excursions include snorkeling at Hol Chan Marine Reserve. Local markets sell fry jacks. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan pyramids and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes rice and beans, a Belizean favorite. Souvenirs, like mahogany crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Belize City’s cultural allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Belize City an engaging destination.

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Cozumel, Mexico
Day 6•Thursday, Dec 28

Cozumel, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Cozumel, Mexico, offers docking at Cozumel Port. Travelers explore Chankanaab Park and San Gervasio ruins. Excursions include snorkeling at Palancar Reef. Local markets sell tacos. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like Mayan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cozumel’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Cozumel an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 7•Friday, Dec 29

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Day 8•Saturday, Dec 30

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, offers docking at Port Everglades. Travelers explore Las Olas Boulevard and Everglades tours. Excursions include airboat rides. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canals and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Fort Lauderdale’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and natural adventures, making Fort Lauderdale an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Celebrity Apex - December 23, 2023 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

⛅

December

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

45°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

2.0 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

Itinerary Safety Rank
67 / 100
safer than 67% of all cruises
67
7
/ 10
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is secure, but travelers should stay vigilant and cautious in neighborhoods with higher crime rates.
9
/ 10
George Town, Grand Cayman
George Town
George Town, Grand Cayman, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a strong local law enforcement presence.
7
/ 10
Coxen Hole, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
Coxen Hole
Coxen Hole is generally safe for tourists, but caution is advised at night due to moderate crime, including theft and scams.
5
/ 10
Belize City, Belize
Belize City
Travelers in Belize City should remain vigilant, avoid certain neighborhoods, and use organized excursions for safety.
7
/ 10
Cozumel, Mexico
Cozumel
Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.

Cruise Ship

Celebrity Apex

⚓ Tonnage

130,818

vs avg 112,986

🛠️ Year Built

2,020

vs avg 2,013

📏 Length (ft)

1,004

vs avg 980

👥 Passenger Count

3,405

vs avg 2,781

The Apex has a construction date of 2020 and a total size of 130,818 gross tons. The ship measures 1,004 feet in length. Celebrity Apex is included in Celebrity’s Edge class. At full capacity, the Celebrity Apex holds 3,405 passengers. That includes 2,085 cruise vacationers and 1,320 staff members. The Apex total number of staterooms is 1,473.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Celebrity Apex sailing on December 23, 2023?

This is a 7-night cruise itinerary departing from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida.

What ports does the Celebrity Apex visit on the December 23, 2023 cruise?

This route includes fort-lauderdale-florida, george-town-grand-cayman, roatan-bay-honduras, belize-city-belize, cozumel-mexico.

How many sea days are included on this Celebrity Apex December 23, 2023 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Celebrity Apex sailing on December 23, 2023?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Celebrity Apex itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Apr 3, 2026