8 Night Antigua & St. Maarten Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)
Celebrity Eclipse
Celebrity Eclipse
December 20, 2025
8 Night Antigua & St. Maarten Holiday

Celebrity Eclipse - 12/20/2025

The December 20, 2025 cruise on the Celebrity Eclipse departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 8 Night Antigua & St. Maarten Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Celebrity Eclipse sets sail on Saturday, Dec 20th and returns on Sunday, Dec 28th.

Cruise Length
8
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Fort Lauderdale
Florida
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
3

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity Eclipse cruise ship departing December 20, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,328 ($166 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,137 ($143 per night), this represents a recent increase of 17%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Celebrity Eclipse - December 20, 2025 - 8 Nights

DayDatePort
1Dec 19thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
2Dec 20thAt Sea
3Dec 21stAt Sea
4Dec 23rdSt. John's, Antigua
5Dec 24thPhilipsburg, St. Maarten
6Dec 25thSan Juan, Puerto Rico
7Dec 26thPuerto Plata, Dominican Republic
8Dec 26thAt Sea
9Dec 28thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

The Celebrity Eclipse sails on December 20, 2025 for a 8 Night Antigua & St. Maarten Holiday (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 28th at 6:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Celebrity Eclipse will visit 4 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
66 / 100
safer than 66% of all cruises
66
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.
7
/ 10
St. John's, Antigua
St. John's
St. John's is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance is advised due to potential petty theft and risks in certain neighborhoods after dark.
7
/ 10
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Philipsburg
Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.
6
/ 10
San Juan, Puerto Rico
San Juan
Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.
6
/ 10
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Puerto Plata
Travelers to Puerto Plata should remain vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours to enhance safety while exploring.

Cruise Ship

Celebrity Eclipse Size Infographic

Celebrity Eclipse

122 k
tonnage
1,041 ft
length
2010
year built
1,426
cabins
2,850
passengers
1,271
crew

CELEBRITY ECLIPSE SIZE

The Eclipse has a construction date of 2010 and a total size of 121,878 gross tons. The ship measures 1,041 feet (317 meters) in length. Celebrity Eclipse is included in Celebrity’s Solstice Class. At full capacity, the Celebrity Eclipse holds 4,121 passengers. That includes 2,850 cruise vacationers and 1,271 staff members. The Eclipse total number of staterooms is 1,426.

Celebrity Eclipse Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:121,878 GT
  • Length:1,041 ft (317 m)
  • Beam:121 ft (37 m)
  • Draft:27 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:28 mph (24 kn)
  • Year Built:2010
  • Years Served:2010 - Present
  • Capacity:2,850
  • Crew Members:1,271
  • Total on Board:4,121
  • Total Staterooms:1,426
  • Flagged Country:Malta
  • Ship Cost:640 Million
  • Status:active

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

Cruise Ports

Day1
DEC 202025
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
DEC 212025
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
DEC 222025
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
DEC 232025
A:8:30 AMD:5:00 PM

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)

Day5
DEC 242025
Netherlands Antilles
A:7:00 AMD:5:00 PM

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)

Day6
DEC 252025
A:6:00 AMD:3:00 PM

San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day7
DEC 262025
A:8:30 AMD:4:00 PM

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, provides docking at Puerto Plata Port. Travelers explore Amber Museum and Mount Isabel de Torres. Excursions include snorkeling at Sosúa Beach. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Puerto Plata’s vibrant charm offers a dynamic Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic beaches, and Caribbean culture, making Puerto Plata an engaging destination for exploration.

Day8
DEC 272025
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!

Day9
DEC 282025
United States
A:6:00 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)