11 Night Panama Canal & Southern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)
Celebrity Ascent
Celebrity Ascent
March 8, 2027
11 Night Panama Canal & Southern Caribbean

Celebrity Ascent - 3/8/2027

The March 8, 2027 cruise on the Celebrity Ascent departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 11 Night Panama Canal & Southern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Celebrity Ascent sets sail on Monday, Mar 8th and returns on Friday, Mar 19th.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Fort Lauderdale
Florida
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
5

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity Ascent cruise ship departing March 8, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,334 ($213 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,316 ($211 per night), this represents a recent increase of 1%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Celebrity Ascent - March 8, 2027 - 11 Nights

DayDatePort
1Mar 8thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
2Mar 9thAt Sea
3Mar 10thAt Sea
4Mar 11thCartagena, Colombia
5Mar 12thColon, Panama
5Mar 12thPanama Canal (cruise Into Canal)
6Mar 13thAt Sea
7Mar 14thOranjestad, Aruba
8Mar 15thWillemstad, Curacao
9Mar 16thKralendijk, Bonaire
10Mar 17thAt Sea
11Mar 18thAt Sea
12Mar 19thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

The Celebrity Ascent sails on March 8, 2027 for a 11 Night Panama Canal & 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 Mar 19th at 7:00 AM. During the 13-day journey, the Celebrity Ascent will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 5 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
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 Size Infographic

Celebrity Ascent

141 k
tonnage
1,073 ft
length
2023
year built
1,631
cabins
3,950
passengers
1,400
crew

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

Day1
MAR 82027
United States
D:2:30 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 92027
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 102027
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 112027
A:6:00 AMD:2:00 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)

Day5
MAR 122027
A:4:00 PMD:8:00 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)

Day5
MAR 122027
A:5:00 AMD:2:00 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)

Day6
MAR 132027
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!

Day7
MAR 142027
Netherlands Antilles
A:9:00 AMD:11:00 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)

Day8
MAR 152027
Netherlands Antilles
A:8:00 AMD:6:00 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)

Day9
MAR 162027
Netherlands Antilles
A:8:00 AMD: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)

Day10
MAR 172027
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!

Day11
MAR 182027
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!

Day12
MAR 192027
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)