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Celebrity Apex itinerary map for March 22, 2025 (7 nights)
Celebrity Apex itinerary map for March 22, 2025 (7 nights)
7 nights · 4 ports
Round-trip · Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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Celebrity Apex
March 22, 2025

7-Night St. Maarten Tortola & Puerto Plata aboard Celebrity Apex · Departing March 22, 2025 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, March 22, 2025 and returns on Saturday, Mar 29th. March weather across this route averages 84°/64°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.7 out of 10 — Fort Lauderdale (7.0), Philipsburg (6.5), Tortola (7.4), Puerto Plata (6.0).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
6.7OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 67% 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
Tortola
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, March 22, 2025 from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida for a 7-night St. Maarten Tortola & Puerto Plata cruise. This itinerary includes 4 unique port stops and 3 days at sea. March weather across the route averages 84°F highs and 64°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 6.7 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 March 22, 2025 Roll Call

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// 7 CRUISERS · LOCKED

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night St. Maarten Tortola & Puerto Plata (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMARCH 22, 2025
The Celebrity Apex sails on March 22, 2025 for a 7 Night St. Maarten Tortola & Puerto Plata (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) (Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 3:30 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Mar 29th at 7:00 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
MARCH 22, 2025
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7 NIGHTS · 3 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night St. Maarten Tortola & Puerto Plata (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Port List

Celebrity Apex·March 22, 2025
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 1 of Celebrity Apex March 22, 2025 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·MAR 22

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades)

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
3:30 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.

MARCH FORECAST
68°F avg · Avg
Philipsburg, St. Maarten — Day 4 of Celebrity Apex March 22, 2025 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·MAR 25

Philipsburg

St. Maarten
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Philipsburg, St. Maarten, offers docking at Philipsburg Port. Travelers explore Front Street and Maho Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Cupecoy Bay. Local markets sell guavaberry liqueur. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures plane landings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Maarten favorite. Souvenirs, like Dutch 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. Philipsburg’s vibrant charm offers a lively stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of bustling markets and scenic beaches, making Philipsburg an engaging destination for exploration.

MARCH FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
Tortola, British Virgin Islands — Day 5 of Celebrity Apex March 22, 2025 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
WEDNESDAY·MAR 26

Tortola

British Virgin Islands
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
2:30 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.

MARCH FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic — Day 6 of Celebrity Apex March 22, 2025 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·MAR 27

Puerto Plata

Dominican Republic
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
11:30 AM
6:00 PM

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, provides docking at Puerto Plata Port. Travelers explore Amber Museum and Mount Isabel de Torres. Excursions include snorkeling at Sosúa Beach. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Puerto Plata’s vibrant charm offers a dynamic Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic beaches, and Caribbean culture, making Puerto Plata an engaging destination for exploration.

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

7 Night St. Maarten Tortola & Puerto Plata (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Celebrity Apex·March 22, 2025
MAR FORECAST · FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
68°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
85°
AVG LOW
52°
AVG RAINFALL
2.2"
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
68°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Celebrity Apex March 22, 2025 Excursions

Celebrity Apex·March 22, 2025

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 St. Maarten Tortola & Puerto Plata (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 67% of all cruises
6.7/10 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

Philipsburg 🌍

St. Maarten · Netherlands AntillesMODERATE

Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.

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

Puerto Plata 🇩🇴

Dominican Republic · Dominican RepublicCAUTION

Travelers to Puerto Plata should remain vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours to enhance safety while exploring.

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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