Celebrity XCel - 12/27/2026
The December 27, 2026 cruise on the Celebrity XCel departs from Miami, Florida. On this 7 Night St. Thomas & Antigua Holiday (Miami Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Celebrity XCel sets sail on Sunday, Dec 27th and returns on Sunday, Jan 3rd.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity XCel cruise ship departing December 27, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,720 ($246 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,699 ($243 per night), this represents a recent increase of 1%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Celebrity XCel - December 27, 2026 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 26th | Miami, Florida |
| 2 | Dec 28th | Nassau, Bahamas |
| 3 | Dec 28th | At Sea |
| 4 | Dec 30th | Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas |
| 5 | Dec 31st | St. John's, Antigua |
| 6 | Dec 31st | At Sea |
| 7 | Jan 1st | At Sea |
| 8 | Jan 3rd | Miami, Florida |
The Celebrity XCel sails on December 27, 2026 for a 7 Night St. Thomas & Antigua Holiday (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 Jan 3rd at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Celebrity XCel will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 3 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.
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Cruise Ports
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. (126 words)
Nassau, Bahamas, offers docking at Prince George Wharf. Travelers explore Atlantis Resort and Straw Market. Excursions include snorkeling at Rose Island. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like straw crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Nassau’s vibrant charm offers a lively Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of resort thrills and cultural markets, making Nassau 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!
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. (126 words)
St. John’s, Antigua, offers docking at St. John’s Port. Travelers explore Nelson’s Dockyard and Shirley Heights. Excursions include snorkeling at Cades Reef. Local markets sell fungi. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial docks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes pepperpot, an Antiguan favorite. Souvenirs, like batik crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. St. John’s vibrant charm offers a lively Antiguan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic dockyards and scenic beaches, making St. John’s 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!
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. (126 words)