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The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,102 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily.

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Weather data for each port of call is available in the per-port weather forecast section, with monthly climate averages for the sailing month.

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

The Celebrity XCel departs on December 20th, 2026 and returns 7 nights later.

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CelebrityCelebrity XCel

Celebrity XCel
December 20, 2026

7-Night Tortola & St. Maarten Holiday aboard Celebrity XCel · Departing December 20, 2026 from the Port of Miami, Florida.

Interior from$1,102/ guest

// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the XCel departs from Miami, Florida on Sunday, December 20, 2026 and returns on Sunday, Dec 27th. December weather across this route averages 83°/62°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.3 out of 10 — Miami (6.8), Philipsburg (6.5), Charlotte Amalie (6.1), Puerto Plata (6.0). Balcony cabins rose $18 on Jul 8.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE

CAUTION TIER

Safer than 63% of all cruises

Ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

FULL BREAKDOWN →

night cruise

Sun → Sun

Miami

departure port

Florida

port stops

Tortola

sea days

Day 2

// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Celebrity XCel December 20, 2026 Roll Call

7 SAVED THIS SAILING

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@the_garcias

@NauticalNina

@portside_paul

@sunnydays22

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Celebrity XCel December 20, 2026 Price & Tracking

CELEBRITY XCEL·DECEMBER 20, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity XCel cruise ship departing December 20, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,102 ($158 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,502 ($215 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 27%.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE

Last 6 months · refreshes daily

This cabin

Avg $1,443

LIVE RATE

INSIDE CABIN

Celebrity XCel · December 20, 2026

$1,102

$158 per night · 7 nights

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24% below average

Avg $1,443 · You save $341

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Celebrity XCel December 20, 2026 — recent price snapshots

Date

Inside

Oceanview

Balcony

Suite

Jul 8, 2026

$1,102

$1,395

$1,614

$5,239

Jul 6, 2026

$1,102

$1,381

$1,596

$5,238

Jul 5, 2026

$1,076

$1,374

$1,561

$5,164

Jul 4, 2026

$1,076

$1,374

$1,561

$5,164

Jul 2, 2026

$1,155

$1,405

$1,635

$4,430

Jul 1, 2026

$1,155

$1,405

$1,635

$4,430

Jun 30, 2026

$1,081

$1,431

$1,661

$4,349

Jun 28, 2026

$1,198

$1,448

$1,678

$4,448

Jun 27, 2026

$1,180

$1,430

$1,660

$4,430

Jun 25, 2026

$1,105

$1,355

$1,585

$4,380

// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Tortola & St. Maarten Holiday (Miami Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 20, 2026

The Celebrity XCel sails on December 20, 2026 for a 7 Night Tortola & St. Maarten Holiday (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 27th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Celebrity XCel will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE

Celebrity XCel

DECEMBER 20, 2026

8 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓

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7 NIGHTS · 3 PORTS

ROUND-TRIP · MIAMI

// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Tortola & St. Maarten Holiday (Miami Roundtrip) Port List

Celebrity XCel·December 20, 2026

DAY

EMBARKATION

SUNDAY·DEC 20

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.

DECEMBER FORECAST

63°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Philipsburg, St. Maarten — Day 4 of Celebrity XCel December 20, 2026 cruise

DAY

PORT 3

WEDNESDAY·DEC 23

Philipsburg

St. Maarten

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

5:00 PM

Philipsburg, St. Maarten, offers docking at Philipsburg Port. Travelers explore Front Street and Maho Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Cupecoy Bay. Local markets sell guavaberry liqueur. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures plane landings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Maarten favorite. Souvenirs, like Dutch 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. Philipsburg’s vibrant charm offers a lively stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of bustling markets and scenic beaches, making Philipsburg an engaging destination for exploration.

DECEMBER FORECAST

79°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas — Day 5 of Celebrity XCel December 20, 2026 cruise

DAY

PORT 4

THURSDAY·DEC 24

Charlotte Amalie

St. Thomas

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

6:00 AM

3:00 PM

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, offers docking at Havensight Port. Travelers explore Blackbeard’s Castle and Magens Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at Coki Beach. Local markets sell callaloo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pirate history and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes fungi, a Virgin Islands favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Charlotte Amalie’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and cultural landmarks, making St. Thomas an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST

80°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic — Day 6 of Celebrity XCel December 20, 2026 cruise

DAY

PORT 5

FRIDAY·DEC 25

Puerto Plata

Dominican Republic

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

10:59 AM

5:00 PM

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, provides docking at Puerto Plata Port. Travelers explore Amber Museum and Mount Isabel de Torres. Excursions include snorkeling at Sosúa Beach. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Puerto Plata’s vibrant charm offers a dynamic Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic beaches, and Caribbean culture, making Puerto Plata an engaging destination for exploration.

DECEMBER FORECAST

78°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Miami, Florida — Day 8 of Celebrity XCel December 20, 2026 cruise

DAY

DISEMBARKATION

SUNDAY·DEC 27

Miami

Florida

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

6:00 AM

—

Returning to Miami — see Day 1 above for port info.

DECEMBER FORECAST

63°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Tortola & St. Maarten Holiday (Miami Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Celebrity XCel·December 20, 2026

DEC FORECAST · MIAMI

Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.

63°

AVG · °F

Mostly sunny days

AVG HIGH

82°

AVG LOW

45°

AVG RAINFALL

2.0"

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

// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Celebrity XCel December 20, 2026 Excursions

Celebrity XCel·December 20, 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

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See all Miami excursions

// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Tortola & St. Maarten Holiday (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

CAUTION TIER

LOWHIGH

Safer than 63% of all cruises

6.3/10 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

Philipsburg 🌍

St. Maarten · Netherlands AntillesMODERATE

Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

03

Charlotte Amalie 🌍

St. Thomas · U. S. Virgin IslandsCAUTION

Travelers should stay vigilant in Charlotte Amalie, avoiding isolated areas and being cautious in crowded spots to minimize crime risks.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

04

Puerto Plata 🇩🇴

Dominican Republic · Dominican RepublicCAUTION

Travelers to Puerto Plata should remain vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours to enhance safety while exploring.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Celebrity XCel Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCELEBRITY

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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