ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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5:00 PM
Embarkation day. Celebrity XCel sails at 5:00 PM.
16 nights · 8 ports
Round-trip · Barcelona, Spain
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Celebrity XCel
October 23, 2026
16-Night Spain & Bermuda Transatlantic aboard Celebrity XCel · Departing October 23, 2026 from the Port of Barcelona, Spain.
Interior from$2,102/ guest· Prices updated Oct 10, 2026
// AT A GLANCE
Celebrity XCel October 23, 2026 Cruise Overview
Celebrity XCel leaves Barcelona, Spain on Friday, October 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM and ends in Miami, Florida on Sunday, November 8 at 5:00 AM: 16 nights with 6 ports of call (Cartagena, Malaga, Gibraltar, Seville, Funchal and Royal Naval Dockyard) and 9 days at sea. It is the only upcoming departure of this itinerary on Celebrity XCel. The lowest fare today is $2,102 per person for an inside cabin (about $131 a night). Since we started tracking it in November 2024, the inside fare has ranged from $1,390 to $2,722; today’s is $712 above the lowest. October averages 83°F highs and 56°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.5 out of 10, averaged across 8 ports. Inside cabins dropped $100 on Oct 10.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
Celebrity XCel October 23, 2026 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE
Celebrity XCel October 23, 2026 Price & Tracking
CELEBRITY XCEL·OCTOBER 23, 2026
The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity XCel cruise ship departing October 23, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,102 ($132 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,874 ($118 per night), this represents a recent increase of 12%.
Celebrity XCel cruise departing October 23, 2026 — 16-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $2,102 ($132 per night). Average price: $1,874.
// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,951
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Celebrity XCel · October 23, 2026
$2,102
$132 per night · 16 nights
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8% above average
Avg $1,951
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// 03 · ITINERARY
16 Night Spain & Bermuda Transatlantic (Barcelona To Miami) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapOCTOBER 23, 2026
All 17 days of the Celebrity XCel October 23, 2026 cruise, including 9 days at sea. Arrival and departure times are local to each port, and the cruise line can change them before sailing.
// 04 · PORTS
16 Night Spain & Bermuda Transatlantic (Barcelona To Miami) Port List
Celebrity XCel·October 23, 2026
Day 6 · Wednesday · Oct 28
At sea
Day at sea aboard the XCel — featuring Rooftop Garden Grill, The Casino, The Club & Boutique Shop.
Day 8 · Friday · Oct 30
At sea
Day at sea aboard the XCel.
Day 9 · Saturday · Oct 31
At sea
Day at sea aboard the XCel.
Day 10 · Sunday · Nov 1
At sea
Day at sea aboard the XCel.
Day 11 · Monday · Nov 2
At sea
Day at sea aboard the XCel.
Day 12 · Tuesday · Nov 3
At sea
Day at sea aboard the XCel.
Day 13 · Wednesday · Nov 4
At sea
Day at sea aboard the XCel.
Day 15 · Friday · Nov 6
At sea
Day at sea aboard the XCel.
Day 16 · Saturday · Nov 7
At sea
Day at sea aboard the XCel.
// 05 · WEATHER
16 Night Spain & Bermuda Transatlantic (Barcelona To Miami) Weather Forecast
Celebrity XCel·October 23, 2026
// YEAR-ROUND AT BARCELONA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
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// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Most Popular Barcelona 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.
8 PORTS OF CALL·1,556 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST BARCELONA SHORE TOURSBest Barcelona Shore ToursCURATED FROM 500 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT
OF 500TOP PRODUCT
4.8(7,180)
$124.46
Park Guell and Sagrada Familia Tour with Skip the Line Tickets
SMALL GROUP TOUR (up to 16 people per tour guide). Discover two of Antoni Gaudí's greatest works in a single…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(6,825)
$61.66
Half-Day Montserrat Small Group Guided Tour from Barcelona
Escape the city for a morning and discover the spiritual and natural heart of Catalonia: the Montserrat…
5.3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(6,725)
$78.79
Barcelona Tapas and Wine Experience Small-Group Walking Tour
On this walking tour of Barcelona's El Born and Gothic Quarter neighborhoods, you may eat as much as you…
3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.0(5,643)
$37.68
City Sightseeing Barcelona Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour
Discover the very best of Barcelona with a 24 or 48 hour hop-on hop-off bus pass. This double-decker bus tour…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.8(3,085)
$101.63
Barcelona : Sagrada, Park Guell, Montjuic & Gothic
Discover the best of Barcelona in a single day with our exclusive full-day small-group tour. We start with a…
7 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.4(2,742)
$114.19
Barcelona: Sagrada Familia Fast Track Tour with Tower Option
Get up close and personal to all the details of the Sagrada Familia on a guided tour. Skip the long lines on…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
EXCELLENT QUALITY
5.0(1,782)
$188.41
Barcelona Private Tour by Sidecar Motorcycle
Discover Barcelona from the sidecar of a classic motorcycle, safely driven by your private guide. Unveil the…
3.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(1,355)
$124.46
Montserrat Full Day Tour with Castle-Winery Lunch & Wine Tasting
Spend a full day blending spirituality, mountain landscapes and the very best of Catalan gastronomy. Depart…
9 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
These are the eight most reviewed. Barcelona has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE
Itinerary Safety Score
16 Night Spain & Bermuda Transatlantic (Barcelona To Miami)
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.
// 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 BREAKDOWN08 PORTS
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
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
Travelers in Malaga should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and popular attractions.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Gibraltar is safe for travelers, with a low crime rate and strong police presence, though vigilance against petty theft is advised.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Travelers in Seville should stay vigilant against petty theft, especially in crowded areas, and secure their belongings to minimize risks.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Funchal is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, though travelers should remain vigilant against occasional pickpocketing.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
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
Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP
Celebrity XCel Ship Overview
Specs & DetailsCELEBRITY
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.
// 09 · MORE CRUISES
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// 09 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourCelebrity XCel·October 23, 2026sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 10, 2026
