7 Night St. Maarten Tortola & Puerto Plata (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)
Celebrity Apex
Celebrity Apex
March 22, 2025
7 Night St. Maarten Tortola & Puerto Plata

Celebrity Apex - 3/22/2025

The March 22, 2025 cruise on the Celebrity Apex departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 7 Night St. Maarten Tortola & Puerto Plata (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Celebrity Apex sets sail on Saturday, Mar 22nd and returns on Saturday, Mar 29th.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Fort Lauderdale
Florida
Port Stops
4
Sea Days
3

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Celebrity Apex - March 22, 2025 - 7 Nights

DayDatePort
1Mar 22ndFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
2Mar 23rdAt Sea
3Mar 24thAt Sea
4Mar 25thPhilipsburg, St. Maarten
5Mar 26thTortola, British Virgin Islands
6Mar 27thPuerto Plata, Dominican Republic
7Mar 28thAt Sea
8Mar 29thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

The Celebrity Apex sails on March 22, 2025 for a 7 Night St. Maarten Tortola & Puerto Plata (Ft. Lauderdale 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.

Itinerary Safety Score

Based on my 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.
7
/ 10
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Philipsburg
Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.
7
/ 10
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Tortola
Tortola is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant and exercise caution, especially after dark.
6
/ 10
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Puerto Plata
Travelers to Puerto Plata should remain vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours to enhance safety while exploring.

Cruise Ship

Celebrity Apex Size Infographic

Celebrity Apex

131 k
tonnage
1,004 ft
length
2020
year built
1,473
cabins
3,405
passengers
1,320
crew

CELEBRITY APEX SIZE

The Apex has a construction date of 2020 and a total size of 130,818 gross tons. The ship measures 1,004 feet (306 meters) in length. Celebrity Apex is included in Celebrity’s Edge Class. At full capacity, the Celebrity Apex holds 4,725 passengers. That includes 3,405 cruise vacationers and 1,320 staff members. The Apex total number of staterooms is 1,473.

Celebrity Apex Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:130,818 GT
  • Length:1,004 ft (306 m)
  • Beam:128 ft (39 m)
  • Draft:28 ft (9 m)
  • Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
  • Year Built:2020
  • Years Served:2020 - Present
  • Capacity:3,405
  • Crew Members:1,320
  • Total on Board:4,725
  • Total Staterooms:1,473
  • Flagged Country:Malta
  • Ship Cost:900 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Celebrity Apex age and stats vs all Celebrity ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Celebrity Apex Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
MAR 222025
United States
D: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. (126 words)

Day2
MAR 232025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day3
MAR 242025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day4
MAR 252025
Netherlands Antilles
A:8:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day5
MAR 262025
British Virgin Islands
A:7:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day6
MAR 272025
A:11:30 AMD: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.

Day7
MAR 282025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day8
MAR 292025
United States
A:7:00 AM

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. (126 words)