What ports does the Celebrity Summit visit on December 18th, 2025?

This itinerary visits the following ports: 1. Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, 2. Key West, Florida, 3. Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, 4. San Juan, Puerto Rico, 5. Philipsburg, St. Maarten, 6. Frederiksted, St. Croix, U.S.V.I..

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9 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday on Celebrity Celebrity Summit

December 18, 2025

Celebrity Summit December 18, 2025

The Celebrity Summit December 18, 2025 cruise departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 9 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the Celebrity Summit will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Thursday, Dec 18th and returns on Saturday, Dec 27th, 2025.

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Departure Port

Fort Lauderdale

Florida

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Celebrity Summit · December 18, 2025

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Celebrity Summit · December 18, 2025

The Celebrity Summit sails on December 18, 2025 for a 9 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (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 27th at 6:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the Celebrity Summit will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

9 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

DEC18
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
A: — - D: 3:00 PM
DEC19
Key West, Florida
A: 6:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
DEC20
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC21
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
A: 8:30 AM - D: 3:00 PM
DEC22
San Juan, Puerto Rico
A: 9:30 AM - D: 5:00 PM
DEC23
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
DEC24
Frederiksted, St. Croix, U.S.V.I.
A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
DEC25
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC26
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC27
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
A: 6:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

December 18, 2025 · 9 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Day 1•Thursday, Dec 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.

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Day 2•Friday, Dec 19

Key West, Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 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.

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Day 3•Saturday, Dec 20

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 4•Sunday, Dec 21

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Arrival: 8:30 AM•Departure: 3:00 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.

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Day 5•Monday, Dec 22

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Arrival: 9:30 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

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Day 6•Tuesday, Dec 23

Philipsburg, St. Maarten

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

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Day 7•Wednesday, Dec 24

Frederiksted, St. Croix, U.S.V.I.

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Frederiksted, St. Croix, U.S.V.I., offers docking at Frederiksted Port. Travelers explore Fort Frederik and Rainbow Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Buck Island. Local markets sell callaloo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes fungi, a Virgin Islands favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Frederiksted’s coastal charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and scenic beaches, making Frederiksted an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 8•Thursday, Dec 25

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 9•Friday, Dec 26

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 10•Saturday, Dec 27

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

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Weather Forecast

Celebrity Summit - December 18, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

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December

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

45°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

2.0 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank

68 / 100

safer than 68% of all cruises

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Fort Lauderdale

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

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Key West

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

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Puerto Plata

Travelers to Puerto Plata should remain vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours to enhance safety while exploring.

/ 10

San Juan

Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.

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Philipsburg

Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.

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Frederiksted

Frederiksted is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in some neighborhoods due to moderate crime levels.

Cruise Ship

⚓ Tonnage

90,940

vs avg 112,986

🛠️ Year Built

2,001

vs avg 2,013

📏 Length (ft)

965

vs avg 980

👥 Passenger Count

2,218

vs avg 2,781

The Summit has a construction date of 2001 and a total size of 90,940 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet in length. Celebrity Summit is included in Celebrity’s Millenium class. At full capacity, the Celebrity Summit holds 2,218 passengers. That includes 1,258 cruise vacationers and 960 staff members. The Summit total number of staterooms is 1,109.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Celebrity Summit sailing on December 18, 2025?

This is a 9-night cruise itinerary departing from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida.

What ports does the Celebrity Summit visit on the December 18, 2025 cruise?

This route includes fort-lauderdale-florida, key-west-florida, puerto-plata-dominican-republic, san-juan-puerto-rico, philipsburg-st-maarten, st-croix-usvi.

How many sea days are included on this Celebrity Summit December 18, 2025 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 3 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Celebrity Summit sailing on December 18, 2025?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Celebrity Summit itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Apr 3, 2026