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Celebrity Apex itinerary map for December 30, 2023 (7 nights)
Celebrity Apex itinerary map for December 30, 2023 (7 nights)
7 nights · 4 ports
Round-trip · Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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Celebrity Apex
December 30, 2023

7-Night Eastern Caribbean aboard Celebrity Apex · Departing December 30, 2023 from the Port of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Apex departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Saturday, December 30, 2023 and returns on Saturday, Jan 6th. December weather across this route averages 84°/62°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.9 out of 10 — Fort Lauderdale (7.0), San Juan (6.4), Tortola (7.4), Basseterre (6.9).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
6.9OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 69% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
7
night cruise
Sat → Sat
02
Fort Lauderdale
departure port
Florida
03
4
port stops
Caribbean
04
3
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS
01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

The Celebrity Apex, operated by Celebrity Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, December 30, 2023 from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida for a 7-night Eastern Caribbean cruise. This itinerary includes 4 unique port stops and 3 days at sea. December weather across the route averages 84°F highs and 62°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 6.9 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Celebrity Apex sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Celebrity Apex December 30, 2023 Roll Call

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 30, 2023
The Celebrity Apex sails on December 30, 2023 for a 7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) (Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) 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 Jan 6th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Celebrity Apex will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Celebrity Apex
DECEMBER 30, 2023
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7 NIGHTS · 3 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Port List

Celebrity Apex·December 30, 2023
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 1 of Celebrity Apex December 30, 2023 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·DEC 30

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.

DECEMBER FORECAST
63°F avg · Avg
San Juan, Puerto Rico — Day 3 of Celebrity Apex December 30, 2023 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
MONDAY·JAN 1

San Juan

Puerto Rico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
2:30 PM
10:30 PM

San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
Tortola, British Virgin Islands — Day 4 of Celebrity Apex December 30, 2023 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·JAN 2

Tortola

British Virgin Islands
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Tortola, British Virgin Islands, offers docking at Road Town Port. Travelers explore Sage Mountain and Cane Garden Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at The Baths. Local markets sell painkillers. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic hills and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes roti, a BVI favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Tortola’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and marine adventures, making Tortola an engaging destination for exploration.

DECEMBER FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
Basseterre, St. Kitts — Day 5 of Celebrity Apex December 30, 2023 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
WEDNESDAY·JAN 3

Basseterre

St. Kitts
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
5:00 PM

Basseterre, St. Kitts, offers docking at Port Zante. Travelers explore Brimstone Hill Fortress and Romney Manor. Excursions include snorkeling at Shitten Bay. Local markets sell johnnycakes. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes goat water, a St. Kitts favorite. Souvenirs, like batik crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Basseterre’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO fortresses and scenic beaches, making Basseterre an engaging destination for exploration.

DECEMBER FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Celebrity Apex·December 30, 2023
DEC FORECAST · FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
63°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
82°
AVG LOW
45°
AVG RAINFALL
2.0"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
63°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Celebrity Apex December 30, 2023 Excursions

Celebrity Apex·December 30, 2023

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Celebrity Apex itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
See all Fort Lauderdale excursions
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

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 AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 69% of all cruises
6.9/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN04 PORTS
01

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is secure, but travelers should stay vigilant and cautious in neighborhoods with higher crime rates.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

San Juan 🇵🇷

Puerto Rico · Puerto RicoCAUTION

Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Tortola 🇻🇬

British Virgin Islands · British Virgin IslandsMODERATE

Tortola is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant and exercise caution, especially after dark.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Basseterre 🌍

St. Kitts · St Kitts And NevisMODERATE

Basseterre is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's wise to stay vigilant against petty theft and avoid poorly lit areas at night.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Celebrity Apex Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCELEBRITY
Celebrity Apex
CELEBRITY · EDGE
CHRISTENED
2020
STATEROOMS
1,473
TONNAGE
130,818GT
15.8% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 112,986 GT
YEAR BUILT
2020
7 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2013
LENGTH
1,004ft
2.4% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 980 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
3,405cruisers
22.4% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 2,781 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Celebrity 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 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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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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// 09 · FAQ

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