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Celebrity XCel itinerary map for April 26, 2026 (15 nights)
Celebrity XCel itinerary map for April 26, 2026 (15 nights)
15 nights · 7 ports
Round-trip · Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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Celebrity XCel
April 26, 2026

15-Night Spain & Portugal Transatlantic aboard Celebrity XCel · Departing April 26, 2026 from the Port of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

Celebrity XCel April 26, 2026 Cruise Overview

This 15-night cruise aboard the XCel departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Sunday, April 26, 2026 and returns on Monday, May 11th. April weather across this route averages 77°/49°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.5 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports. Balcony cabins rose $675 on Apr 27.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.5OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 75% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
15
night cruise
Sun → Mon
02
Fort Lauderdale
departure port
Florida
03
7
port stops
Spain
04
9
sea days
Day 2
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The Celebrity XCel, operated by Celebrity Cruise Line, sets sail on Sunday, April 26, 2026 from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida for a 15-night Spain & Portugal Transatlantic cruise. This itinerary includes 7 unique port stops and 9 days at sea. April weather across the route averages 77°F highs and 49°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.5 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 April 26, 2026 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Celebrity XCel April 26, 2026 Price & Tracking

CELEBRITY XCEL·APRIL 26, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity XCel cruise ship departing April 26, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,766 ($185 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,919 ($128 per night), this represents a recent increase of 44%.

Celebrity XCel cruise departing April 26, 202615-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $2,766 ($185 per night). Average price: $1,919.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
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This cabin
Avg $2,039
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Celebrity XCel · April 26, 2026
$2,766
$185 per night · 15 nights
36% above average
Avg $2,039

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// 03 · ITINERARY

15 Night Spain & Portugal Transatlantic (Ft. Lauderdale To Barcelona) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapAPRIL 26, 2026
The Celebrity XCel sails on April 26, 2026 for a 15 Night Spain & Portugal Transatlantic (Ft. Lauderdale To Barcelona) (Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on May 11th at 5:00 AM. During the 16-day journey, the Celebrity XCel will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 9 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Celebrity XCel
APRIL 26, 2026
16 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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15 NIGHTS · 6 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
// 04 · PORTS

15 Night Spain & Portugal Transatlantic (Ft. Lauderdale To Barcelona) Port List

Celebrity XCel·April 26, 2026
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 1 of Celebrity XCel April 26, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
4:00 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.

Royal Naval Dockyard, West End, Bermuda — Day 4 of Celebrity XCel April 26, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
WEDNESDAY·APR 29

Royal Naval Dockyard

West End, Bermuda
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Royal Naval Dockyard, West End, Bermuda, offers docking at King’s Wharf. Travelers explore Fort Scaur and Maritime Museum. Excursions include snorkeling at Church Bay. Local markets sell fish chowder. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial docks and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes spiny lobster, a Bermudian favorite. Souvenirs, like cedar crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bermuda Triangle history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Dockyard’s maritime charm offers a vibrant Bermudian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and scenic beaches, making Dockyard an engaging destination.

Ponta Delgada, Azores — Day 9 of Celebrity XCel April 26, 2026 cruise
DAY
9
PORT 8
MONDAY·MAY 4

Ponta Delgada

Azores
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Ponta Delgada, Azores, Portugal, offers docking at Ponta Delgada Port. Travelers explore Sete Cidades and Furnas hot springs. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell cozido das Furnas. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic lakes and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like lava crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Azorean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance crater hikes. Ponta Delgada’s natural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Ponta Delgada an engaging destination.

Lisbon, Portugal — Day 12 of Celebrity XCel April 26, 2026 cruise
DAY
12
PORT 11
THURSDAY·MAY 7

Lisbon

Portugal
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
6:00 PM

Lisbon, Portugal, offers docking at Lisbon Port. Travelers explore Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery. Excursions visit Sintra’s Pena Palace. Local markets sell pastéis de nata. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Manueline architecture and Tagus River vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like azulejo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Age of Exploration history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Lisbon’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic rivers, making Lisbon an engaging destination.

Cartagena, Spain — Day 14 of Celebrity XCel April 26, 2026 cruise
DAY
14
PORT 13
SATURDAY·MAY 9

Cartagena

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Cartagena, Spain, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore Roman Theatre and Naval Museum. Excursions visit Murcia’s cathedral. Local markets sell caldero. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes zarangollo, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carthaginian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of Roman landmarks and scenic harbors, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Murcia region.

Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands — Day 15 of Celebrity XCel April 26, 2026 cruise
DAY
15
PORT 14
SUNDAY·MAY 10

Palma De Mallorca

Balearic Islands
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, offers docking at Palma Port. Travelers explore La Seu Cathedral and Bellver Castle. Excursions visit Valldemossa’s monastery. Local markets sell ensaimada. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Gothic spires and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes sobrasada, a Mallorcan favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Balearic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palma’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palma an engaging destination for exploration.

Barcelona, Spain — Day 16 of Celebrity XCel April 26, 2026 cruise
DAY
16
DISEMBARKATION
MONDAY·MAY 11

Barcelona

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
5:00 AM

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region.

// 05 · WEATHER

15 Night Spain & Portugal Transatlantic (Ft. Lauderdale To Barcelona) Weather Forecast

Celebrity XCel·April 26, 2026
APR FORECAST · FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) port guide
74°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
89°
AVG LOW
59°
AVG RAINFALL
3.0"
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
74°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.

7 PORTS OF CALL·2,336 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.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

15 Night Spain & Portugal Transatlantic (Ft. Lauderdale To Barcelona)

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 75% of all cruises
7.5/10 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 BREAKDOWN07 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

Royal Naval Dockyard 🇧🇲

West End, Bermuda · BermudaSAFE

The Royal Naval Dockyard is a secure tourist destination with low violent crime, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Ponta Delgada 🇵🇹

Azores · PortugalSAFE

Ponta Delgada is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, though travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in tourist areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Lisbon 🇵🇹

Portugal · PortugalMODERATE

Travelers in Lisbon should stay vigilant in crowded areas and on public transport to avoid petty theft and keep belongings secure.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Cartagena 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant and secure their belongings in popular areas to enjoy Cartagena safely, as pickpockets may be present.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Palma De Mallorca 🇪🇸

Balearic Islands · SpainMODERATE

Palma de Mallorca is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

Barcelona 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.

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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