ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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3:30 PM
Embarkation day. Celebrity Ascent sails at 3:30 PM.
11 nights · 7 ports
Round-trip · Fort Lauderdale, Florida
CelebrityCelebrity Ascent
Celebrity Ascent
December 24, 2026
11-Night Best Of Southern Caribbean Holiday aboard Celebrity Ascent · Departing December 24, 2026 from the Port of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Interior from$2,372/ guest· Prices updated Oct 10, 2026
// AT A GLANCE
Celebrity Ascent December 24, 2026 Cruise Overview
Celebrity Ascent leaves Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Thursday, December 24, 2026 at 3:30 PM and returns Monday, January 4 at 7:00 AM: 11 nights with 6 ports of call (Philipsburg, St. John's, Castries, Bridgetown, Roseau and Basseterre) and 4 days at sea. It is the only upcoming departure of this itinerary on Celebrity Ascent. The lowest fare today is $2,372 per person for an inside cabin (about $216 a night). Since we started tracking it in December 2024, the inside fare has ranged from $1,853 to $3,269; today’s is $519 above the lowest. December averages 84°F highs and 76°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.9 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports. Inside cabins dropped $100 on Oct 10.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
Celebrity Ascent December 24, 2026 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE
Celebrity Ascent December 24, 2026 Price & Tracking
CELEBRITY ASCENT·DECEMBER 24, 2026
The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity Ascent cruise ship departing December 24, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,372 ($216 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,338 ($213 per night), this represents a recent increase of 1%.
Celebrity Ascent cruise departing December 24, 2026 — 11-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $2,372 ($216 per night). Average price: $2,338.
// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $2,383
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Celebrity Ascent · December 24, 2026
$2,372
$216 per night · 11 nights
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0% below average
Avg $2,383 · You save $11
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// 03 · ITINERARY
11 Night Best Of Southern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 24, 2026
All 12 days of the Celebrity Ascent December 24, 2026 cruise, including 4 days at sea. Arrival and departure times are local to each port, and the cruise line can change them before sailing.
// 04 · PORTS
11 Night Best Of Southern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Port List
Celebrity Ascent·December 24, 2026
Day 2 · Friday · Dec 25
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Ascent — featuring Eden Cafe, The Casino, The Club & Shore Excursions.
Day 3 · Saturday · Dec 26
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Ascent.
Day 10 · Saturday · Jan 2
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Ascent.
Day 11 · Sunday · Jan 3
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Ascent.
// 05 · WEATHER
11 Night Best Of Southern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Weather Forecast
Celebrity Ascent·December 24, 2026
// YEAR-ROUND AT FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Most Popular Fort Lauderdale Shore Excursions
Independent shore excursions in every port on this Celebrity Ascent itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.
7 PORTS OF CALL·985 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST FORT LAUDERDALE SHORE TOURSBest Fort Lauderdale Shore ToursCURATED FROM 70 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT
OF 70TOP PRODUCT
4.1(2,001)
$47.46
Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tours & Rides
Explore the Florida Everglades at Everglades Holiday Park located in Fort Lauderdale with an Airboat Tour…
1.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.6(789)
$58
Everglades VIP Airboat Tour with Transportation Included
Explore the Florida Everglades as you glide across the River of Grass on an hour-long airboat tour with the…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(752)
$295
Everglades National Park Biologist Led Adventure: Cruise, Hike + Airboat
Explore the real Everglades on a full-day guided tour, led by a master naturalist. This is a comprehensive…
10 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
4.9(112)
$2,600
Private Yacht Cruise through Fort Lauderdale
Our PRIVATE AFFORDABLE LUXURY YACHT Cruise through Fort Lauderdale aboard a 690 Marquis. It is Your unique…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
4.6(108)
$135
SUV Ft Lauderdale to Miami Port & Hotel or Mia to Ft Lauderdale
Fully Licensed and Insurance. Miami Luxury Shuttle specializes in Ft. Lauderdale Car Service to Miami and…
45 MINBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
5.0(96)
$134.50
Fort Lauderdale Private Yacht Tour & Sandbar Swim
Book a private Fort Lauderdale yacht charter for your own group of up to 12 guests—without sharing the boat…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.9(95)
$795
14 Pass Sprinter Party Bus Ft Lauderdale 3 hour , DreamRide
We are a 24/7 operation. New Luxury 14 passenger Vehicles, private rides, This is not a shared ride. Enjoy…
3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.4(82)
$142.50
Private Transportation Service Fort Lauderdale FLL - Miami
Pick up at Fort Lauderdale International Airport at Scheduled Time Transfer to your Hotel in Miami…
45 MINBOOK ON VIATOR
These are the eight most reviewed. Fort Lauderdale has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.
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AFFILIATEPER-CARD ATTRIBUTION
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE
Itinerary Safety Score
11 Night Best Of Southern Caribbean Holiday (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.
// 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 BREAKDOWN07 PORTS
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
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
St. John's is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance is advised due to potential petty theft and risks in certain neighborhoods after dark.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Castries is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and protect belongings.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Travelers should stay vigilant in busy areas of Bridgetown, as petty crime and scams can occur, and secure personal belongings.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Roseau is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's important to stay vigilant in crowded areas and secure your valuables.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
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 Ascent Ship Overview
Specs & DetailsCELEBRITY
TONNAGE
140,600GT
24.4% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 112,986 GT
YEAR BUILT
2023
10 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2013
LENGTH
1,073ft
9.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 980 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
3,950cruisers
42.0% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 2,781 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP
The Celebrity 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 Ascent holds 3,950 passengers. That includes 2,550 cruise vacationers and 1,400 staff members. The Ascent total number of staterooms is 1,652.
// 09 · MORE CRUISES
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// 09 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourCelebrity Ascent·December 24, 2026sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 10, 2026
