Celebrity Equinox itinerary map for January 18, 2024 (9 nights)
Celebrity Equinox itinerary map for January 18, 2024 (9 nights)
9 nights · 5 ports
Round-trip · Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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Celebrity Equinox
January 18, 2024

9-Night Aruba Bonaire & Curacao aboard Celebrity Equinox · Departing January 18, 2024 from the Port of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 9-night cruise aboard the Equinox departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Thursday, January 18, 2024 and returns on Saturday, Jan 27th. January weather across this route averages 82°/64°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.9 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.9OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 79% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
9
night cruise
Thu → Sat
02
Fort Lauderdale
departure port
Florida
03
5
port stops
Bonaire
04
4
sea days
Day 2
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// 03 · ITINERARY

9 Night Aruba Bonaire & Curacao (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapJANUARY 18, 2024
The Celebrity Equinox sails on January 18, 2024 for a 9 Night Aruba Bonaire & Curacao (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 Jan 27th at 6:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the Celebrity Equinox will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Celebrity Equinox
JANUARY 18, 2024
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9 NIGHTS · 4 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
// 04 · PORTS

9 Night Aruba Bonaire & Curacao (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Port List

Celebrity Equinox·January 18, 2024
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 1 of Celebrity Equinox January 18, 2024 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
THURSDAY·JAN 18

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.

George Town, Grand Cayman — Day 3 of Celebrity Equinox January 18, 2024 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
SATURDAY·JAN 20

George Town

Grand Cayman
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
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.

Willemstad, Curacao — Day 5 of Celebrity Equinox January 18, 2024 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
MONDAY·JAN 22

Willemstad

Curacao
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
11:30 AM
10:59 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.

Oranjestad, Aruba — Day 6 of Celebrity Equinox January 18, 2024 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
TUESDAY·JAN 23

Oranjestad

Aruba
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
9:00 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.

Kralendijk, Bonaire — Day 7 of Celebrity Equinox January 18, 2024 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
WEDNESDAY·JAN 24

Kralendijk

Bonaire
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
4:00 PM

Kralendijk, Bonaire, offers docking at Kralendijk Port. Travelers explore Washington Slagbaai Park and Klein Bonaire. Excursions include snorkeling at Bari Reef. Local markets sell kadushi soup. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures flamingos and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes keshi yena, a Bonairean favorite. Souvenirs, like salt 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. Kralendijk’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Bonairean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine biodiversity and scenic islands, making Kralendijk an engaging destination for exploration.

// 05 · WEATHER

9 Night Aruba Bonaire & Curacao (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Celebrity Equinox·January 18, 2024
JAN FORECAST · FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
62°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
80°
AVG LOW
43°
AVG RAINFALL
1.7"
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
62°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Celebrity Equinox January 18, 2024 Excursions

Celebrity Equinox·January 18, 2024

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
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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

9 Night Aruba Bonaire & Curacao (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 79% of all cruises
7.9/10 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 BREAKDOWN05 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

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
03

Willemstad 🌍

Curacao · Netherlands AntillesSAFE

Willemstad is generally safe for tourists, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and opportunistic crime.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Oranjestad 🌍

Aruba · Netherlands AntillesSAFE

Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Kralendijk 🌍

Bonaire · Netherlands AntillesMODERATE

Kralendijk is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and secure belongings.

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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