Celebrity Equinox itinerary map for December 24, 2023 (5 nights)
Celebrity Equinox itinerary map for December 24, 2023 (5 nights)
5 nights · 3 ports
Round-trip · Fort Lauderdale, Florida
CelebrityCelebrity Equinox

Celebrity Equinox
December 24, 2023

5-Night Bahamas & Mexico Holiday aboard Celebrity Equinox · Departing December 24, 2023 from the Port of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 5-night cruise aboard the Equinox departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Sunday, December 24, 2023 and returns on Friday, Dec 29th. December weather across this route averages 82°/54°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.8 out of 10 — Fort Lauderdale (7.0), Key West (7.9), George Town (8.6).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.8OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 78% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
5
night cruise
Sun → Fri
02
Fort Lauderdale
departure port
Florida
03
3
port stops
Bahamas
04
2
sea days
Day 3
// ON THIS PAGE07 SECTIONS
03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓
// 03 · ITINERARY

5 Night Bahamas & Mexico Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 24, 2023
The Celebrity Equinox sails on December 24, 2023 for a 5 Night Bahamas & Mexico Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) (Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) 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 29th at 6:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Celebrity Equinox will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Celebrity Equinox
DECEMBER 24, 2023
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5 NIGHTS · 2 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
// 04 · PORTS

5 Night Bahamas & Mexico Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Port List

Celebrity Equinox·December 24, 2023
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 1 of Celebrity Equinox December 24, 2023 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
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.

DECEMBER FORECAST
63°F avg · Avg
Key West, Florida — Day 2 of Celebrity Equinox December 24, 2023 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
MONDAY·DEC 25

Key West

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
4:00 PM

Key West, Florida, offers docking at Mallory Square Port. Travelers explore Duval Street and Hemingway House. Excursions include snorkeling at Dry Tortugas. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful homes and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes conch fritters, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Conch Republic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Key West’s vibrant charm offers a lively American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of literary history and scenic coasts, making Key West an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST
69°F avg · Avg
George Town, Grand Cayman — Day 4 of Celebrity Equinox December 24, 2023 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
WEDNESDAY·DEC 27

George Town

Grand Cayman
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
4:00 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.

DECEMBER FORECAST
76°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

5 Night Bahamas & Mexico Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Celebrity Equinox·December 24, 2023
DEC FORECAST · FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
63°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
82°
AVG LOW
45°
AVG RAINFALL
2.0"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
63°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Celebrity Equinox December 24, 2023 Excursions

Celebrity Equinox·December 24, 2023

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Celebrity Equinox itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
See all Fort Lauderdale excursions
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

5 Night Bahamas & Mexico Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

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 AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 78% of all cruises
7.8/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN03 PORTS
01

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is secure, but travelers should stay vigilant and cautious in neighborhoods with higher crime rates.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Key West 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Visitors to Key West should remain vigilant against petty crime, particularly theft, while taking standard precautions to ensure safety.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

George Town 🇰🇾

Grand Cayman · Cayman IslandsSAFE

George Town, Grand Cayman, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a strong local law enforcement presence.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Celebrity Equinox Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCELEBRITY
Celebrity Equinox
CELEBRITY · SOLSTICE
CHRISTENED
2009
STATEROOMS
1,426
TONNAGE
121,878GT
7.9% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 112,986 GT
YEAR BUILT
2009
4 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2013
LENGTH
1,041ft
6.2% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 980 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,850cruisers
2.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 2,781 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Celebrity Equinox has a construction date of 2009 and a total size of 121,878 gross tons. The ship measures 1,041 feet in length. Celebrity Equinox is included in Celebrity's Solstice class. At full capacity, the Equinox holds 2,850 passengers. That includes 1,600 cruise vacationers and 1,250 staff members. The Equinox total number of staterooms is 1,426.

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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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