9 Night Best Of Southern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)
Celebrity Eclipse
Celebrity Eclipse
December 14, 2027
9 Night Best Of Southern Caribbean

Celebrity Eclipse - 12/14/2027

The December 14, 2027 cruise on the Celebrity Eclipse departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 9 Night Best Of Southern Caribbean (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 Tuesday, Dec 14th and returns on Thursday, Dec 23rd.

Cruise Length
9
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Fort Lauderdale
Florida
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
4

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Celebrity Eclipse - December 14, 2027 - 9 Nights

DayDatePort
1Dec 13thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
2Dec 14thAt Sea
3Dec 15thAt Sea
4Dec 17thPhilipsburg, St. Maarten
5Dec 18thSt. John's, Antigua
6Dec 19thCastries, St. Lucia
7Dec 20thBasseterre, St. Kitts
8Dec 20thAt Sea
9Dec 21stAt Sea
10Dec 23rdFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

The Celebrity Eclipse sails on December 14, 2027 for a 9 Night Best Of 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 Dec 23rd at 6:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the Celebrity Eclipse will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 4 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
69 / 100
safer than 69% of all cruises
69
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
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Philipsburg
Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.
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
Castries, St. Lucia
Castries
Castries is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and protect belongings.
7
/ 10
Basseterre, St. Kitts
Basseterre
Basseterre is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's wise to stay vigilant against petty theft and avoid poorly lit areas at night.

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 142027
United States
D: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. (126 words)

Day2
DEC 152027
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 162027
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 172027
Netherlands Antilles
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 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)

Day5
DEC 182027
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 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)

Day6
DEC 192027
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Castries, St. Lucia, offers docking at Castries Port. Travelers explore Pigeon Island and Sulphur Springs. Excursions include snorkeling at Anse Chastanet. Local markets sell green fig salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Piton peaks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Lucian favorite. Souvenirs, like cocoa 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. Castries’ vibrant charm offers a lively St. Lucian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Castries an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day7
DEC 202027
St Kitts And Nevis
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Basseterre, St. Kitts, offers docking at Port Zante. Travelers explore Brimstone Hill Fortress and Romney Manor. Excursions include snorkeling at Shitten Bay. Local markets sell johnnycakes. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes goat water, a St. Kitts 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. Basseterre’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO fortresses and scenic beaches, making Basseterre an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day8
DEC 212027
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 222027
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!

Day10
DEC 232027
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)