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Celebrity XCel itinerary map for November 28, 2026 (8 nights)
Celebrity XCel itinerary map for November 28, 2026 (8 nights)
8 nights · 4 ports
Round-trip · Miami, Florida
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Celebrity XCel
November 28, 2026

8-Night Aruba Bonaire & Curacao aboard Celebrity XCel · Departing November 28, 2026 from the Port of Miami, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 8-night cruise aboard the XCel departs from Miami, Florida on Saturday, November 28, 2026 and returns on Sunday, Dec 6th. November weather across this route averages 85°/70°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.6 out of 10 — Miami (6.8), Oranjestad (8.0), Kralendijk (7.8), Willemstad (8.0). Suite cabins rose $1 on Jul 8.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.6OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 76% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
8
night cruise
Sat → Sun
02
Miami
departure port
Florida
03
4
port stops
Bonaire
04
4
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

The Celebrity XCel, operated by Celebrity Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, November 28, 2026 from Miami, Florida for a 8-night Aruba Bonaire & Curacao cruise. This itinerary includes 4 unique port stops and 4 days at sea. November weather across the route averages 85°F highs and 70°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.6 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $1,394, with daily price tracking available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite 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 November 28, 2026 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Celebrity XCel November 28, 2026 Price & Tracking

CELEBRITY XCEL·NOVEMBER 28, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity XCel cruise ship departing November 28, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,394 ($175 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,578 ($198 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 12%.

Celebrity XCel cruise departing November 28, 20268-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,394 ($175 per night). Average price: $1,578.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,577
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Celebrity XCel · November 28, 2026
$1,394
$175 per night · 8 nights
12% below average
Avg $1,577 · You save $183

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// 03 · ITINERARY

8 Night Aruba Bonaire & Curacao (Miami Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapNOVEMBER 28, 2026
The Celebrity XCel sails on November 28, 2026 for a 8 Night Aruba Bonaire & Curacao (Miami Roundtrip) (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Dec 6th at 6:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Celebrity XCel will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Celebrity XCel
NOVEMBER 28, 2026
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8 NIGHTS · 3 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · MIAMI
// 04 · PORTS

8 Night Aruba Bonaire & Curacao (Miami Roundtrip) Port List

Celebrity XCel·November 28, 2026
Miami, Florida — Day 1 of Celebrity XCel November 28, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·NOV 28

Miami

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
3:00 PM

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco 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. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast.

Oranjestad, Aruba — Day 4 of Celebrity XCel November 28, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·DEC 1

Oranjestad

Aruba
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
10:00 PM

Oranjestad, Aruba, offers docking at Oranjestad Port. Travelers explore Arikok National Park and California Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Baby Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cacti landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes funchi, an Aruban favorite. Souvenirs, like aloe 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. Oranjestad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Aruban stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural parks and scenic beaches, making Oranjestad an engaging destination for exploration.

Kralendijk, Bonaire — Day 5 of Celebrity XCel November 28, 2026 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
WEDNESDAY·DEC 2

Kralendijk

Bonaire
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Kralendijk, Bonaire, offers docking at Kralendijk Port. Travelers explore Washington Slagbaai Park and Klein Bonaire. Excursions include snorkeling at Bari Reef. Local markets sell kadushi soup. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures flamingos and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes keshi yena, a Bonairean favorite. Souvenirs, like salt 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. Kralendijk’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Bonairean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine biodiversity and scenic islands, making Kralendijk an engaging destination for exploration.

Willemstad, Curacao — Day 6 of Celebrity XCel November 28, 2026 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·DEC 3

Willemstad

Curacao
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Willemstad, Curaçao, offers docking at Willemstad Port. Travelers explore Queen Emma Bridge and Punda’s colorful buildings. Excursions include snorkeling at Tugboat Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Dutch architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes stobá, a Curaçaoan favorite. Souvenirs, like blue curaçao crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Antillean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Willemstad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Curaçaoan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and marine adventures, making Willemstad an engaging destination for exploration.

// 05 · WEATHER

8 Night Aruba Bonaire & Curacao (Miami Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Celebrity XCel·November 28, 2026
NOV FORECAST · MIAMI
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
70°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
85°
AVG LOW
56°
AVG RAINFALL
2.5"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT MIAMI
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
70°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Celebrity XCel November 28, 2026 Excursions

Celebrity XCel·November 28, 2026

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Celebrity XCel itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

8 Night Aruba Bonaire & Curacao (Miami 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

Miami 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

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
02

Oranjestad 🌍

Aruba · Netherlands AntillesSAFE

Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Kralendijk 🌍

Bonaire · Netherlands AntillesMODERATE

Kralendijk is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and secure belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Willemstad 🌍

Curacao · Netherlands AntillesSAFE

Willemstad is generally safe for tourists, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and opportunistic crime.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Celebrity XCel Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCELEBRITY
Celebrity XCel
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.

// INSIDE THE FULL SHIP PAGE
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// 09 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for yourCelebrity XCel·November 28, 2026sailing
  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,394 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

    PRICING
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · JUL 8, 2026
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