Celebrity XCel itinerary map for November 28, 2026 (8 nights)
Celebrity XCel cruise ship

Celebrity XCel — November 28, 20268-Night Aruba Bonaire & Curacao on Celebrity

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. Cabins are currently tracked from $1,518.

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).

Cruise Length
8
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Miami
Florida
Port Stops
4
Sea Days
4

Cruise Price - Celebrity XCel November 28, 2026

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 $1,518 ($190 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,632 ($205 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 7%.

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Inside
$1,518
🌊
Oceanview
$1,608
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Balcony
$1,951
👑
Suite
$9,582

Price History – Celebrity XCel November 28, 2026

inside cabin
Celebrity XCel
November 28, 2026
$1,518
7% vs avg: $1,632

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

Celebrity XCel · November 28, 2026

The Celebrity XCel sails on November 28, 2026 for a 8 Night Aruba Bonaire & Curacao (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 itinerary route

8 Night Aruba Bonaire & Curacao (Miami Roundtrip)

  • NOV28
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • NOV29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV30
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC01
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • DEC02
    Kralendijk, Bonaire
    Kralendijk, Bonaire
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC03
    Willemstad, Curacao
    Willemstad, Curacao
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC04
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC05
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC06
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

November 28, 2026 · 8 Night Aruba Bonaire & Curacao (Miami Roundtrip)

Miami, Florida — Day 1 of Celebrity XCel November 28, 2026 cruise
Day 1•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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — Celebrity XCel November 28, 2026 itinerary
Day 2•Sunday, Nov 29

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the XCel — featuring Rooftop Garden Grill, The Casino, The Club & Boutique Shop.

Day 3 at sea — Celebrity XCel November 28, 2026 itinerary
Day 3•Monday, Nov 30

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the XCel — featuring Rooftop Garden Grill, The Casino, The Club & Boutique Shop.

Oranjestad, Aruba — Day 4 of Celebrity XCel November 28, 2026 cruise
Day 4•Tuesday, Dec 1

Oranjestad, Aruba

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Kralendijk, Bonaire — Day 5 of Celebrity XCel November 28, 2026 cruise
Day 5•Wednesday, Dec 2

Kralendijk, Bonaire

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

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Willemstad, Curacao — Day 6 of Celebrity XCel November 28, 2026 cruise
Day 6•Thursday, Dec 3

Willemstad, Curacao

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

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Day 7 at sea — Celebrity XCel November 28, 2026 itinerary
Day 7•Friday, Dec 4

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the XCel — featuring Rooftop Garden Grill, The Casino, The Club & Boutique Shop.

Day 8 at sea — Celebrity XCel November 28, 2026 itinerary
Day 8•Saturday, Dec 5

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the XCel — featuring Rooftop Garden Grill, The Casino, The Club & Boutique Shop.

Weather Forecast

Celebrity XCel - November 28, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Miami, Florida

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November

Typical Weather

85°F

Average High

56°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.08in

Daily average

2.5 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank
76 / 100
safer than 76% of all cruises
76
7
/ 10
Miami, Florida
Miami
Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.
8
/ 10
Oranjestad, Aruba
Oranjestad
Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.
8
/ 10
Kralendijk, Bonaire
Kralendijk
Kralendijk is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and secure belongings.
8
/ 10
Willemstad, Curacao
Willemstad
Willemstad is generally safe for tourists, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and opportunistic crime.

Cruise Ship

Celebrity XCel

⚓ Tonnage

141,420

vs avg 112,986

🛠️ Year Built

2,025

vs avg 2,013

📏 Length (ft)

1,073

vs avg 980

👥 Passenger Count

3,950

vs avg 2,781

The 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 Celebrity 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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Celebrity XCel November 28, 2026 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Celebrity XCel November 28, 2026 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,518 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

What's the weather like on the Celebrity XCel November 28, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 8-night route, November averages 85°F highs and 70°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the November 28, 2026 Celebrity XCel itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.6 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, with per-port scores of Miami 6.8, Oranjestad 8.0, Kralendijk 7.8, Willemstad 8.0. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Celebrity XCel sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Celebrity XCel departs Miami, Florida on Saturday, November 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM and returns on Sunday, Dec 6th, 2026 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 8 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Celebrity XCel sailing on November 28, 2026?▾

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

Can I track price drops for this Celebrity XCel itinerary?▾

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get an email when cabin prices drop for this exact sailing. We snapshot fares daily.

Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.

Last Updated: May 17, 2026