ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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4:00 PM
Embarkation day. Celebrity XCel sails at 4:00 PM.
7 nights · 5 ports
Round-trip · Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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Celebrity XCel
December 12, 2027
7-Night Grand Cayman Mexico & Bahamas aboard Celebrity XCel · Departing December 12, 2027 from the Port of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Interior from$1,075/ guest· Prices updated Oct 9, 2026
// AT A GLANCE
Celebrity XCel December 12, 2027 Cruise Overview
Celebrity XCel leaves Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Sunday, December 12, 2027 at 4:00 PM and returns Sunday, December 19 at 7:00 AM: 7 nights with 4 ports of call (Bimini, Costa Maya, Cozumel and George Town) and 2 days at sea. Celebrity XCel sails this itinerary 3 times on the current schedule; the next departure after this one is January 23, 2028. The lowest fare today is $1,075 per person for an inside cabin (about $154 a night). Since we started tracking it in December 2025, the inside fare has ranged from $726 to $1,087; today’s is $349 above the lowest. December averages 84°F highs and 64°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.5 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports. Suite cabins rose $350 on Oct 9.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
Celebrity XCel December 12, 2027 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE
Celebrity XCel December 12, 2027 Price & Tracking
CELEBRITY XCEL·DECEMBER 12, 2027
The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity XCel cruise ship departing December 12, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,075 ($154 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $991 ($142 per night), this represents a recent increase of 8%.
Celebrity XCel cruise departing December 12, 2027 — 7-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,075 ($154 per night). Average price: $991.
// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $991
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Celebrity XCel · December 12, 2027
$1,075
$154 per night · 7 nights
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8% above average
Avg $991
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// 03 · ITINERARY
7 Night Grand Cayman Mexico & Bahamas (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 12, 2027
All 8 days of the Celebrity XCel December 12, 2027 cruise, including 2 days at sea. Arrival and departure times are local to each port, and the cruise line can change them before sailing.
// 04 · PORTS
7 Night Grand Cayman Mexico & Bahamas (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Port List
Celebrity XCel·December 12, 2027
Day 3 · Tuesday · Dec 14
At sea
Day at sea aboard the XCel — featuring Rooftop Garden Grill, The Casino, The Club & Boutique Shop.
Day 7 · Saturday · Dec 18
At sea
Day at sea aboard the XCel.
// 05 · WEATHER
7 Night Grand Cayman Mexico & Bahamas (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Weather Forecast
Celebrity XCel·December 12, 2027
// YEAR-ROUND AT FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Most Popular Fort Lauderdale 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.
5 PORTS OF CALL·660 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST FORT LAUDERDALE SHORE TOURSBest Fort Lauderdale Shore ToursCURATED FROM 70 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT
OF 70TOP PRODUCT
4.1(2,001)
$47.46
Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tours & Rides
Explore the Florida Everglades at Everglades Holiday Park located in Fort Lauderdale with an Airboat Tour…
1.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.6(789)
$58
Everglades VIP Airboat Tour with Transportation Included
Explore the Florida Everglades as you glide across the River of Grass on an hour-long airboat tour with the…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(752)
$295
Everglades National Park Biologist Led Adventure: Cruise, Hike + Airboat
Explore the real Everglades on a full-day guided tour, led by a master naturalist. This is a comprehensive…
10 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
4.9(112)
$2,600
Private Yacht Cruise through Fort Lauderdale
Our PRIVATE AFFORDABLE LUXURY YACHT Cruise through Fort Lauderdale aboard a 690 Marquis. It is Your unique…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
4.6(108)
$135
SUV Ft Lauderdale to Miami Port & Hotel or Mia to Ft Lauderdale
Fully Licensed and Insurance. Miami Luxury Shuttle specializes in Ft. Lauderdale Car Service to Miami and…
45 MINBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
5.0(96)
$134.50
Fort Lauderdale Private Yacht Tour & Sandbar Swim
Book a private Fort Lauderdale yacht charter for your own group of up to 12 guests—without sharing the boat…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.9(95)
$795
14 Pass Sprinter Party Bus Ft Lauderdale 3 hour , DreamRide
We are a 24/7 operation. New Luxury 14 passenger Vehicles, private rides, This is not a shared ride. Enjoy…
3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.4(82)
$142.50
Private Transportation Service Fort Lauderdale FLL - Miami
Pick up at Fort Lauderdale International Airport at Scheduled Time Transfer to your Hotel in Miami…
45 MINBOOK ON VIATOR
These are the eight most reviewed. Fort Lauderdale has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.
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AFFILIATEPER-CARD ATTRIBUTION
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE
Itinerary Safety Score
7 Night Grand Cayman Mexico & Bahamas (Ft. Lauderdale 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.
// 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 BREAKDOWN05 PORTS
Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is secure, but travelers should stay vigilant and cautious in neighborhoods with higher crime rates.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Bimini is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should secure valuables and exercise caution during marine activities.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Costa Maya offers a secure cruise port environment, but travelers should remain cautious of petty theft in less populated areas outside.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
George Town, Grand Cayman, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a strong local law enforcement presence.
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
More Celebrity XCel cruises
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// 09 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourCelebrity XCel·December 12, 2027sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 9, 2026
