Celebrity Ascent - 12/4/2026
The December 4, 2026 cruise on the Celebrity Ascent departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 10 Night Ultimate Southern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Celebrity Ascent sets sail on Friday, Dec 4th and returns on Monday, Dec 14th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity Ascent cruise ship departing December 4, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,435 ($144 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,395 ($140 per night), this represents a recent increase of 3%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Celebrity Ascent - December 4, 2026 - 10 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 4th | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida |
| 2 | Dec 5th | At Sea |
| 3 | Dec 6th | At Sea |
| 4 | Dec 7th | Philipsburg, St. Maarten |
| 5 | Dec 8th | Castries, St. Lucia |
| 6 | Dec 9th | St. George's, Grenada |
| 7 | Dec 10th | Bridgetown, Barbados |
| 8 | Dec 11th | St. John's, Antigua |
| 9 | Dec 12th | At Sea |
| 10 | Dec 13th | At Sea |
| 11 | Dec 14th | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida |
The Celebrity Ascent sails on December 4, 2026 for a 10 Night Ultimate Southern Caribbean (Ft. 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 14th at 6:00 AM. During the 11-day journey, the Celebrity Ascent will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 4 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.
Cruise Ship
Celebrity Ascent
CELEBRITY ASCENT SIZE
The Ascent has a construction date of 2023 and a total size of 140,600 gross tons. The ship measures 1,073 feet (327 meters) in length. Celebrity Ascent is included in Celebrity’s Edge Class. At full capacity, the Celebrity Ascent holds 5,350 passengers. That includes 3,950 cruise vacationers and 1,400 staff members. The Ascent total number of staterooms is 1,631.
Celebrity Ascent Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:140,600 GT
- Length:1,073 ft (327 m)
- Beam:128 ft (39 m)
- Draft:28 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2023
- Years Served:2023 - Present
- Capacity:3,950
- Crew Members:1,400
- Total on Board:5,350
- Total Staterooms:1,631
- Flagged Country:Malta
- Ship Cost:900 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Celebrity Ascent 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 Ascent Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
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)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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)
Castries, St. Lucia, offers docking at Castries Port. Travelers explore Pigeon Island and Sulphur Springs. Excursions include snorkeling at Anse Chastanet. Local markets sell green fig salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Piton peaks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Lucian favorite. Souvenirs, like cocoa 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. Castries’ vibrant charm offers a lively St. Lucian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Castries an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
St. George’s, Grenada, offers docking at St. George’s Port. Travelers explore Grand Anse Beach and Fort George. Excursions include snorkeling at Moliniere Sculpture Park. Local markets sell oil down. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures spice markets and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a Grenadian favorite. Souvenirs, like nutmeg 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. St. George’s vibrant charm offers a lively Grenadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and cultural heritage, making St. George’s an engaging destination. (126 words)
Bridgetown, Barbados, offers docking at Bridgetown Port. Travelers explore Harrison’s Cave and Bathsheba Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Carlisle Bay. Local markets sell flying fish cutters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone caves and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cou-cou, a Bajan favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bajan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Bridgetown’s vibrant charm offers a lively Barbadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic beaches, making Bridgetown an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
St. John’s, Antigua, offers docking at St. John’s Port. Travelers explore Nelson’s Dockyard and Shirley Heights. Excursions include snorkeling at Cades Reef. Local markets sell fungi. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial docks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes pepperpot, an Antiguan 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. St. John’s vibrant charm offers a lively Antiguan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic dockyards and scenic beaches, making St. John’s an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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)