Celebrity XCel - 4/26/2026
The April 26, 2026 cruise on the Celebrity XCel departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 15 Night Spain & Portugal Transatlantic (Ft. Lauderdale To Barcelona) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Celebrity XCel sets sail on Sunday, Apr 26th and returns on Monday, May 11th.
Cruise Pricing
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 $1,622 ($109 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,771 ($119 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 8%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Celebrity XCel - April 26, 2026 - 15 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apr 26th | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida |
| 2 | Apr 27th | At Sea |
| 3 | Apr 28th | At Sea |
| 4 | Apr 29th | Royal Naval Dockyard, West End, Bermuda |
| 5 | Apr 30th | At Sea |
| 6 | May 1st | At Sea |
| 7 | May 2nd | At Sea |
| 8 | May 3rd | At Sea |
| 9 | May 4th | Ponta Delgada, Azores |
| 10 | May 5th | At Sea |
| 11 | May 6th | At Sea |
| 12 | May 7th | Lisbon, Portugal |
| 13 | May 8th | At Sea |
| 14 | May 9th | Cartagena, Spain |
| 15 | May 10th | Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands |
| 16 | May 11th | Barcelona, Spain |
The Celebrity XCel sails on April 26, 2026 for a 15 Night Spain & Portugal Transatlantic (Ft. Lauderdale To Barcelona). 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.
Itinerary Safety Score
Based on my 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.
Cruise Ship
Celebrity XCel
CELEBRITY XCEL SIZE
The XCel has a construction date of 2025 and a total size of 141,420 gross tons. The ship measures 1,073 feet (327 meters) in length. Celebrity XCel is included in Celebrity’s Edge Class. At full capacity, the Celebrity XCel holds 5,350 passengers. That includes 3,950 cruise vacationers and 1,400 staff members. The XCel total number of staterooms is 1,632.
Celebrity XCel Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:141,420 GT
- Length:1,073 ft (327 m)
- Beam:128 ft (39 m)
- Draft:27 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:22 mph (19 kn)
- Year Built:2025
- Years Served:2025 - Present
- Capacity:3,950
- Crew Members:1,400
- Total on Board:5,350
- Total Staterooms:1,632
- Flagged Country:Malta
- Ship Cost:1,200 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Celebrity XCel age and stats vs all Celebrity ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Celebrity XCel Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
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. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)