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Celebrity XCel itinerary map for January 4, 2026 (7 nights)
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7 nights · 4 ports
Round-trip · Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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Celebrity XCel
January 4, 2026

7-Night Bahamas Mexico & Cayman aboard Celebrity XCel · Departing January 4, 2026 from the Port of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

Celebrity XCel January 4, 2026 Cruise Overview

This 7-night cruise aboard the XCel departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Sunday, January 4, 2026 and returns on Sunday, Jan 11th. January weather across this route averages 81°/54°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.6 out of 10 — Fort Lauderdale (7.0), Bimini (7.9), Cozumel (7.0), George Town (8.6). Balcony cabins dropped $150 on Jan 3.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.6OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 76% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
7
night cruise
Sun → Sun
02
Fort Lauderdale
departure port
Florida
03
4
port stops
Mexico
04
3
sea days
Day 3
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS
01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

The Celebrity XCel, operated by Celebrity Cruise Line, sets sail on Sunday, January 4, 2026 from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida for a 7-night Bahamas Mexico & Cayman cruise. This itinerary includes 4 unique port stops and 3 days at sea. January weather across the route averages 81°F highs and 54°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.6 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Celebrity XCel sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Celebrity XCel January 4, 2026 Roll Call

7 SAVED THIS SAILING
daveatsea
@daveatsea
chrisandjen
@chrisandjen
NauticalNina
@NauticalNina
jt2026
@jt2026
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@sarah_k92
LisaB
@LisaB
amelia.travels
@amelia.travels
// 7 CRUISERS · LOCKED

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Celebrity XCel January 4, 2026 Price & Tracking

CELEBRITY XCEL·JANUARY 4, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity XCel cruise ship departing January 4, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,248 ($179 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,090 ($156 per night), this represents a recent increase of 14%.

Celebrity XCel cruise departing January 4, 2026 — 7-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,248 ($179 per night). Average price: $1,090.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,060
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Celebrity XCel · January 4, 2026
$1,248
$179 per night · 7 nights
↑
18% above average
Avg $1,060

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Bahamas Mexico & Cayman (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapJANUARY 4, 2026
The Celebrity XCel sails on January 4, 2026 for a 7 Night Bahamas Mexico & Cayman (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 11th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Celebrity XCel will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Celebrity XCel
JANUARY 4, 2026
8 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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7 NIGHTS · 3 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Bahamas Mexico & Cayman (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Port List

Celebrity XCel·January 4, 2026
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 1 of Celebrity XCel January 4, 2026 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.

JANUARY FORECAST
62°F avg · Avg
Bimini, Bahamas — Day 2 of Celebrity XCel January 4, 2026 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
MONDAY·JAN 5

Bimini

Bahamas
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
4:00 PM

Bimini, Bahamas, anchors offshore with tenders to Alice Town, population 2,000. Travelers snorkel the SS Sapona, a 1920s shipwreck. Local markets sell conch salad. Excursions to the Bimini Road, 10 minutes by boat, explore underwater stone formations. Dolphin House Museum showcases shell art. Peak season December to April; taxis 5-10 BSD. Dining includes cracked conch at beach shacks. Souvenirs feature straw hats.

JANUARY FORECAST
66°F avg · Avg
Cozumel, Mexico — Day 4 of Celebrity XCel January 4, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
WEDNESDAY·JAN 7

Cozumel

Mexico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
7:00 PM

Cozumel, Mexico, offers docking at Cozumel Port. Travelers explore Chankanaab Park and San Gervasio ruins. Excursions include snorkeling at Palancar Reef. Local markets sell tacos. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like Mayan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cozumel’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Cozumel an engaging destination for exploration.

JANUARY FORECAST
75°F avg · Avg
George Town, Grand Cayman — Day 6 of Celebrity XCel January 4, 2026 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
FRIDAY·JAN 9

George Town

Grand Cayman
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 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.

JANUARY FORECAST
75°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Bahamas Mexico & Cayman (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Celebrity XCel·January 4, 2026
JAN FORECAST · FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) port guide
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

Most Popular Fort Lauderdale Shore Excursions

Independent shore excursions in every port on this Celebrity XCel itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.

4 PORTS OF CALL·424 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST FORT LAUDERDALE SHORE TOURS
OF 63
TOP PRODUCT
4.1(1,979)
$47.46

Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tours & Rides

Explore the Florida Everglades at Everglades Holiday Park located in Fort Lauderdale with an Airboat Tour…
1.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.6(776)
$58

Everglades VIP Airboat Tour with Transportation Included

Explore the Florida Everglades as you glide across the River of Grass on an hour-long airboat tour with the…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(749)
$295

Everglades National Park Biologist Led Adventure: Cruise, Hike + Airboat

Explore the real Everglades on a full-day guided tour, led by a master naturalist. This is a comprehensive…
10 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
4.9(111)
$2,600

Private Yacht Cruise through Fort Lauderdale

Our PRIVATE AFFORDABLE LUXURY YACHT Cruise through Fort Lauderdale aboard a 690 Marquis. It is Your unique…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
4.6(105)
$135

SUV Ft Lauderdale to Miami Port & Hotel or Mia to Ft Lauderdale

Fully Licensed and Insurance. Miami Luxury Shuttle specializes in Ft. Lauderdale Car Service to Miami and…
45 MINBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.9(95)
$795

14 Pass Sprinter Party Bus Ft Lauderdale 3 hour , DreamRide

We are a 24/7 operation. New Luxury 14 passenger Vehicles, private rides, This is not a shared ride. Enjoy…
3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.4(82)
$135

Private Transportation Service Fort Lauderdale FLL - Miami

Pick up at Fort Lauderdale International Airport at Scheduled Time Transfer to your Hotel in Miami…
45 MINBOOK ON VIATOR
4.7(79)
$161.25

Private Transfer To or From Fort Lauderdale Airport & CruisePort

Experienced and highly trained chauffeurs to ensure an extremely high level of customer service and integrity…
55 MINBOOK ON VIATOR

These are the eight most reviewed. Fort Lauderdale has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.

SEE ALL FORT LAUDERDALE EXCURSIONS

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Bahamas Mexico & Cayman (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 76% of all cruises
7.6/10 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 BREAKDOWN04 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

Bimini 🇧🇸

Bahamas · BahamasMODERATE

Bimini is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should secure valuables and exercise caution during marine activities.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Cozumel 🇲🇽

Mexico · MexicoMODERATE

Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

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 XCel Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCELEBRITY
Celebrity XCel cruise ship exterior
CELEBRITY · EDGE
CHRISTENED
2025
STATEROOMS
1,632
TONNAGE
141,420GT
25.2% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 112,986 GT
YEAR BUILT
2025
12 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2013
LENGTH
1,073ft
9.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 980 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
3,950cruisers
42.0% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 2,781 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Celebrity XCel has a construction date of 2025 and a total size of 141,420 gross tons. The ship measures 1,073 feet in length. Celebrity XCel is included in Celebrity's Edge class. At full capacity, the XCel holds 3,950 passengers. That includes 2,550 cruise vacationers and 1,400 staff members. The XCel total number of staterooms is 1,632.

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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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// 09 · FAQ

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