7 Night Mardi Gras (Tampa Roundtrip)
Celebrity Constellation
Celebrity Constellation
February 27, 2028
7 Night Mardi Gras

Celebrity Constellation - 2/27/2028

The February 27, 2028 cruise on the Celebrity Constellation departs from Tampa, Florida. On this 7 Night Mardi Gras (Tampa Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Celebrity Constellation sets sail on Sunday, Feb 27th and returns on Sunday, Mar 5th.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Tampa
Florida
Port Stops
3
Sea Days
3

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Celebrity Constellation - February 27, 2028 - 7 Nights

DayDatePort
1Feb 27thTampa, Florida
2Feb 28thAt Sea
3Feb 29thNew Orleans, Louisiana
4Feb 27thNew Orleans, Louisiana
5Mar 2ndAt Sea
6Mar 3rdProgreso (Merida), Mexico
7Mar 4thAt Sea
8Mar 5thTampa, Florida

The Celebrity Constellation sails on February 27, 2028 for a 7 Night Mardi Gras (Tampa Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Tampa, Florida on Mar 5th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Celebrity Constellation will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 3 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
62 / 100
safer than 62% of all cruises
62
7
/ 10
Tampa, Florida
Tampa
Tampa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant in higher crime areas and stick to well-trafficked locations.
6
/ 10
New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans
Travelers in New Orleans should remain vigilant and cautious, especially outside tourist areas and after dark, due to higher crime rates.
6
/ 10
Progreso (Merida), Mexico
Progreso
Progreso is generally safe for travelers, but it's crucial to stay vigilant against pickpocketing and scams, especially in crowded areas.

Cruise Ship

Celebrity Constellation Size Infographic

Celebrity Constellation

91 k
tonnage
965 ft
length
2002
year built
1,092
cabins
2,170
passengers
999
crew

CELEBRITY CONSTELLATION SIZE

The Constellation has a construction date of 2002 and a total size of 90,940 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet (294 meters) in length. Celebrity Constellation is included in Celebrity’s Millenium Class. At full capacity, the Celebrity Constellation holds 3,169 passengers. That includes 2,170 cruise vacationers and 999 staff members. The Constellation total number of staterooms is 1,092.

Celebrity Constellation Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:90,940 GT
  • Length:965 ft (294 m)
  • Beam:106 ft (32 m)
  • Draft:27 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:28 mph (24 kn)
  • Year Built:2002
  • Years Served:2002 - Present
  • Capacity:2,170
  • Crew Members:999
  • Total on Board:3,169
  • Total Staterooms:1,092
  • Flagged Country:Malta
  • Ship Cost:350 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Celebrity Constellation 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 Constellation Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
FEB 272028
United States
D:3:00 PM

Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, 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. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day2
FEB 282028
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
FEB 292028
A:7:00 AM

New Orleans, Louisiana, offers docking at New Orleans Port. Travelers explore French Quarter and Garden District. Excursions include swamp tours in Honey Island. Local markets sell beignets. The peak season, February to May, brings mild weather for river tours. Photography captures jazz streets and Mississippi vistas. Dining onboard includes gumbo, a Cajun favorite. Souvenirs, like Mardi Gras crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. New Orleans’ cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and lively music, making New Orleans an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day4
MAR 12028
D:4:00 PM

New Orleans, Louisiana, offers docking at New Orleans Port. Travelers explore French Quarter and Garden District. Excursions include swamp tours in Honey Island. Local markets sell beignets. The peak season, February to May, brings mild weather for river tours. Photography captures jazz streets and Mississippi vistas. Dining onboard includes gumbo, a Cajun favorite. Souvenirs, like Mardi Gras crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. New Orleans’ cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and lively music, making New Orleans an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day5
MAR 22028
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!

Day6
MAR 32028
Mexico
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Progreso (Merida), Mexico, offers docking at Progreso Port with excursions to Merida. Travelers explore Chichen Itza and Merida’s Plaza Grande. Excursions include cenote swimming. Local markets sell cochinita pibil. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan pyramids and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes sopa de lima, a Yucatecan favorite. Souvenirs, like hammocks, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance cenote exploration. Progreso’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic coasts, making Progreso an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day7
MAR 42028
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!

Day8
MAR 52028
United States
A:6:00 AM

Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, 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. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)