Celebrity Ascent itinerary map for January 3, 2028 (11 nights)
Celebrity Ascent cruise ship

Celebrity Ascent — January 3, 202811-Night Panama Canal & Southern Caribbean on Celebrity

This 11-night cruise aboard the Ascent departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Monday, January 3, 2028 and returns on Friday, Jan 14th. January weather across this route averages 83°/63°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $1,987.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.5 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports.

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

Cruise Price - Celebrity Ascent January 3, 2028

Celebrity Ascent · January 3, 2028

The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity Ascent cruise ship departing January 3, 2028. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,987 ($181 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,000 ($182 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 1%.

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Inside
$1,987
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Oceanview
$2,187
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Balcony
$2,537
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Suite
$7,175

Price History – Celebrity Ascent January 3, 2028

inside cabin
Celebrity Ascent
January 3, 2028
$1,987
1% vs avg: $2,000

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 11 Night Panama Canal & Southern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Celebrity Ascent · January 3, 2028

The Celebrity Ascent sails on January 3, 2028 for a 11 Night Panama Canal & Southern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Jan 14th at 6:00 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)

  • JAN03
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN04
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN05
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN06
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • JAN07
    Willemstad, Curacao
    Willemstad, Curacao
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN08
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN09
    Colon, Panama
    Colon, Panama
    A: 4:00 PM - D: 8:00 PM
  • JAN09
    Panama Canal Transit
    Panama Canal Transit
    A: 4:00 PM - D: 8:00 PM
  • JAN10
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN11
    George Town, Grand Cayman
    George Town, Grand Cayman
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN12
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN13
    Bimini, Bahamas
    Bimini, Bahamas
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN14
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

January 3, 2028 · 11 Night Panama Canal & Southern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 1 of Celebrity Ascent January 3, 2028 cruise
Day 1•Monday, Jan 3

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — Celebrity Ascent January 3, 2028 itinerary
Day 2•Tuesday, Jan 4

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Ascent — featuring Eden Cafe, The Casino, The Club & Shore Excursions.

Day 3 at sea — Celebrity Ascent January 3, 2028 itinerary
Day 3•Wednesday, Jan 5

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Ascent — featuring Eden Cafe, The Casino, The Club & Shore Excursions.

Oranjestad, Aruba — Day 4 of Celebrity Ascent January 3, 2028 cruise
Day 4•Thursday, Jan 6

Oranjestad, Aruba

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 10:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Willemstad, Curacao — Day 5 of Celebrity Ascent January 3, 2028 cruise
Day 5•Friday, Jan 7

Willemstad, Curacao

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 6 at sea — Celebrity Ascent January 3, 2028 itinerary
Day 6•Saturday, Jan 8

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Ascent — featuring Eden Cafe, The Casino, The Club & Shore Excursions.

Colon, Panama — Day 7 of Celebrity Ascent January 3, 2028 cruise
Day 7•Sunday, Jan 9

Colon, Panama

Arrival: 4:00 PM•Departure: 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Panama Canal Transit — Day 7 of Celebrity Ascent January 3, 2028 cruise
Day 7•Sunday, Jan 9

Panama Canal Transit

Arrival: 4:00 PM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Panama Canal Transit, Panama, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Gatun Locks and Centennial Bridge 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 marvels 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 feats and scenic waterways, making the Panama Canal an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 8 at sea — Celebrity Ascent January 3, 2028 itinerary
Day 8•Monday, Jan 10

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Ascent — featuring Eden Cafe, The Casino, The Club & Shore Excursions.

George Town, Grand Cayman — Day 9 of Celebrity Ascent January 3, 2028 cruise
Day 9•Tuesday, Jan 11

George Town, Grand Cayman

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

George Town, Grand Cayman, offers docking at George Town Port. Travelers explore Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City. Excursions include snorkeling at Coral Gardens. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes conch chowder, a Caymanian favorite. Souvenirs, like turtle crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. George Town’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Cayman stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine adventures, making George Town an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 10 at sea — Celebrity Ascent January 3, 2028 itinerary
Day 10•Wednesday, Jan 12

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Ascent — featuring Eden Cafe, The Casino, The Club & Shore Excursions.

Bimini, Bahamas — Day 11 of Celebrity Ascent January 3, 2028 cruise
Day 11•Thursday, Jan 13

Bimini, Bahamas

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Bimini, Bahamas, anchors offshore with tenders to Alice Town, population 2,000. Travelers snorkel the SS Sapona, a 1920s shipwreck. Local markets sell conch salad. Excursions to the Bimini Road, 10 minutes by boat, explore underwater stone formations. Dolphin House Museum showcases shell art. Peak season December to April; taxis 5-10 BSD. Dining includes cracked conch at beach shacks. Souvenirs feature straw hats.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 12 of Celebrity Ascent January 3, 2028 cruise
Day 12•Friday, Jan 14

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Celebrity Ascent - January 3, 2028 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

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January

Typical Weather

80°F

Average High

43°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

1.7 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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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
75 / 100
safer than 75% of all cruises
75
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.
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.
5
/ 10
Colon, Panama
Colon
Travelers in Colon, Panama, should stay vigilant against crime, avoid less populated areas, and consider organized tours for safety.
8
/ 10
Panama Canal Transit
Panama Canal
Cruise travelers at the Panama Canal Transit should remain aware of their surroundings while enjoying a secure and managed experience.
9
/ 10
George Town, Grand Cayman
George Town
George Town, Grand Cayman, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a strong local law enforcement presence.
8
/ 10
Bimini, Bahamas
Bimini
Bimini is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should secure valuables and exercise caution during marine activities.

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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Celebrity Ascent January 3, 2028 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Celebrity Ascent January 3, 2028 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,987 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

What's the weather like on the Celebrity Ascent January 3, 2028 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 11-night route, January averages 83°F highs and 63°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the January 3, 2028 Celebrity Ascent itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.5 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 7 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Celebrity Ascent sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Celebrity Ascent departs Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Monday, January 3, 2028 at 3:00 PM and returns on Friday, Jan 14th, 2028 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 11 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Celebrity Ascent sailing on January 3, 2028?▾

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

Can I track price drops for this Celebrity Ascent itinerary?▾

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Last Updated: May 18, 2026