Celebrity Ascent itinerary map for March 16, 2026
Celebrity Ascent
Celebrity Ascent
March 16, 2026
11 Night Panama Canal & Southern Caribbean

Celebrity Ascent March 16, 2026

The Celebrity Ascent March 16, 2026 cruise departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 11 Night Panama Canal & Southern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the Celebrity Ascent will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Monday, Mar 16th and returns on Friday, Mar 27th, 2026.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Fort Lauderdale
Florida
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
5
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Celebrity Ascent · March 16, 2026

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Average price: $2,006
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Celebrity Ascent · March 16, 2026

The Celebrity Ascent sails on March 16, 2026 for a 11 Night Panama Canal & Southern Caribbean (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 27th at 7:00 AM. During the 13-day journey, the Celebrity Ascent will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

11 Night Panama Canal & Southern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

  • MAR16
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: — - D: 3:30 PM
  • MAR17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR19
    Cartagena, Colombia
    Cartagena, Colombia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAR20
    Colon, Panama
    Colon, Panama
    A: 5:00 PM - D: 9:00 PM
  • MAR20
    Panama Canal (cruise Into Canal)
    Panama Canal (cruise Into Canal)
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAR21
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR22
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
  • MAR23
    Willemstad, Curacao
    Willemstad, Curacao
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAR24
    Kralendijk, Bonaire
    Kralendijk, Bonaire
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR26
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR27
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

March 16, 2026 · 11 Night Panama Canal & Southern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Day 1•Monday, Mar 16

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. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 2•Tuesday, Mar 17

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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At Sea
Day 3•Wednesday, Mar 18

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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Cartagena, Colombia
Day 4•Thursday, Mar 19

Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Colon, Panama
Day 5•Friday, Mar 20

Colon, Panama

Arrival: 5:00 PM•Departure: 9:00 PM

Colón, Panama, offers docking at Colón Port. Travelers explore Gatun Locks and Fort San Lorenzo. Excursions include Emberá village tours. Local markets sell sancocho. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canal locks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance jungle walks. Colón’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Panamanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of canal engineering and indigenous heritage, making Colón an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Panama Canal (cruise Into Canal)
Day 5•Friday, Mar 20

Panama Canal (cruise Into Canal)

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Panama Canal (Cruise into Canal), Panama, offers partial transit cruising. Travelers view Miraflores Locks and Gatun Lake from the ship. Excursions include canal history tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering feats and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while binoculars enhance lock viewing. Panama Canal’s industrial allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering marvels and scenic waterways, making the Panama Canal an engaging destination. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 6•Saturday, Mar 21

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Oranjestad, Aruba
Day 7•Sunday, Mar 22

Oranjestad, Aruba

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 9:00 PM

Oranjestad, Aruba, offers docking at Oranjestad Port. Travelers explore Arikok National Park and California Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Baby Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cacti landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes funchi, an Aruban favorite. Souvenirs, like aloe 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. Oranjestad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Aruban stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural parks and scenic beaches, making Oranjestad an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Willemstad, Curacao
Day 8•Monday, Mar 23

Willemstad, Curacao

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Willemstad, Curaçao, offers docking at Willemstad Port. Travelers explore Queen Emma Bridge and Punda’s colorful buildings. Excursions include snorkeling at Tugboat Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Dutch architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes stobá, a Curaçaoan favorite. Souvenirs, like blue curaçao crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Antillean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Willemstad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Curaçaoan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and marine adventures, making Willemstad an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Kralendijk, Bonaire
Day 9•Tuesday, Mar 24

Kralendijk, Bonaire

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Kralendijk, Bonaire, offers docking at Kralendijk Port. Travelers explore Washington Slagbaai Park and Klein Bonaire. Excursions include snorkeling at Bari Reef. Local markets sell kadushi soup. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures flamingos and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes keshi yena, a Bonairean favorite. Souvenirs, like salt 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. Kralendijk’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Bonairean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine biodiversity and scenic islands, making Kralendijk an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 10•Wednesday, Mar 25

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 11•Thursday, Mar 26

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Day 12•Friday, Mar 27

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: 7:00 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. (126 words)

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Shore Excursions

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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
73 / 100
safer than 73% of all cruises
73
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.
6
/ 10
Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena
Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.
5
/ 10
Colon, Panama
Colon
Travelers in Colon, Panama, should stay vigilant against crime, avoid less populated areas, and consider organized tours for safety.
10
/ 10
Panama Canal (cruise Into Canal)
Panama Canal
Cruise travelers at the Panama Canal can enjoy a safe experience aboard their ship, with low crime rates and strong security measures.
8
/ 10
Oranjestad, Aruba
Oranjestad
Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.
8
/ 10
Willemstad, Curacao
Willemstad
Willemstad is generally safe for tourists, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and opportunistic crime.
8
/ 10
Kralendijk, Bonaire
Kralendijk
Kralendijk is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and secure belongings.

Cruise Ship

Celebrity Ascent

⚓ Tonnage

140,600

vs avg 112,986

🛠️ Year Built

2,023

vs avg 2,013

📏 Length (ft)

1,073

vs avg 980

👥 Passenger Count

3,950

vs avg 2,781

The Ascent has a construction date of 2023 and a total size of 140,600 gross tons. The ship measures 1,073 feet in length. Celebrity Ascent is included in Celebrity’s Edge class. At full capacity, the Celebrity Ascent holds 3,950 passengers. That includes 2,550 cruise vacationers and 1,400 staff members. The Ascent total number of staterooms is 1,631.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Celebrity Ascent sailing on March 16, 2026?

This is a 11-night cruise itinerary departing from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida.

What ports does the Celebrity Ascent visit on the March 16, 2026 cruise?

This route includes fort-lauderdale-florida, cartagena-colombia, colon-panama, panama-canal-cruise-into-canal, oranjestad-aruba, willemstad-curacao, kralendijk-bonaire.

How many sea days are included on this Celebrity Ascent March 16, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 5 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Celebrity Ascent sailing on March 16, 2026?

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 Ascent itinerary?

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

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