Celebrity XCel itinerary map for December 26, 2027 (7 nights)
Celebrity XCel cruise ship

Celebrity XCel — December 26, 20277-Night Mexico & Belize Holiday on Celebrity

This 7-night cruise aboard the XCel departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Sunday, December 26, 2027 and returns on Sunday, Jan 2nd. December weather across this route averages 84°/57°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $1,635.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.4 out of 10 — Fort Lauderdale (7.0), Belize City (4.5), Costa Maya (7.0), Cozumel (7.0). Suite cabins rose $50 on May 20.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Fort Lauderdale
Florida
Port Stops
4
Sea Days
3

Cruise Price - Celebrity XCel December 26, 2027

Celebrity XCel · December 26, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity XCel cruise ship departing December 26, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,635 ($234 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,615 ($231 per night), this represents a recent increase of 1%.

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Inside
$1,635
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Oceanview
$1,785
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Balcony
$2,085
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Suite
$5,165

Price History – Celebrity XCel December 26, 2027

inside cabin
Celebrity XCel
December 26, 2027
$1,635
1% vs avg: $1,615

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 7 Night Mexico & Belize Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Celebrity XCel · December 26, 2027

The Celebrity XCel sails on December 26, 2027 for a 7 Night Mexico & Belize Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Jan 2nd 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 itinerary route

7 Night Mexico & Belize Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

  • DEC26
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC27
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC28
    Belize City, Belize
    Belize City, Belize
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC29
    Costa Maya, Mexico
    Costa Maya, Mexico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC30
    Cozumel, Mexico
    Cozumel, Mexico
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC31
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN01
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN02
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 26, 2027 · 7 Night Mexico & Belize Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 1 of Celebrity XCel December 26, 2027 cruise
Day 1•Sunday, Dec 26

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, offers docking at Port Everglades. Travelers explore Las Olas Boulevard and Everglades tours. Excursions include airboat rides. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canals 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. Fort Lauderdale’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and natural adventures, making Fort Lauderdale an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — Celebrity XCel December 26, 2027 itinerary
Day 2•Monday, Dec 27

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.

Belize City, Belize — Day 3 of Celebrity XCel December 26, 2027 cruise
Day 3•Tuesday, Dec 28

Belize City, Belize

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Belize City, Belize, offers docking at Belize City Port. Travelers explore Altun Ha ruins and Belize Zoo. Excursions include snorkeling at Hol Chan Marine Reserve. Local markets sell fry jacks. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan pyramids and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes rice and beans, a Belizean favorite. Souvenirs, like mahogany crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Belize City’s cultural allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Belize City an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Costa Maya, Mexico — Day 4 of Celebrity XCel December 26, 2027 cruise
Day 4•Wednesday, Dec 29

Costa Maya, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Costa Maya, Mexico, offers docking at Costa Maya Port. Travelers explore Chacchoben ruins and Bacalar Lagoon. Excursions include snorkeling at Mahahual Reef. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan temples and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cochinita pibil, a Yucatecan favorite. Souvenirs, like woven crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Costa Maya’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic lagoons, making Costa Maya an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Cozumel, Mexico — Day 5 of Celebrity XCel December 26, 2027 cruise
Day 5•Thursday, Dec 30

Cozumel, Mexico

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Cozumel, Mexico, offers docking at Cozumel Port. Travelers explore Chankanaab Park and San Gervasio ruins. Excursions include snorkeling at Palancar Reef. Local markets sell tacos. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like Mayan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cozumel’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Cozumel an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 6 at sea — Celebrity XCel December 26, 2027 itinerary
Day 6•Friday, Dec 31

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 7 at sea — Celebrity XCel December 26, 2027 itinerary
Day 7•Saturday, Jan 1

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.

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 8 of Celebrity XCel December 26, 2027 cruise
Day 8•Sunday, Jan 2

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Celebrity XCel - December 26, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

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December

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

45°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

2.0 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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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
64 / 100
safer than 64% of all cruises
64
7
/ 10
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is secure, but travelers should stay vigilant and cautious in neighborhoods with higher crime rates.
5
/ 10
Belize City, Belize
Belize City
Travelers in Belize City should remain vigilant, avoid certain neighborhoods, and use organized excursions for safety.
7
/ 10
Costa Maya, Mexico
Costa Maya
Costa Maya offers a secure cruise port environment, but travelers should remain cautious of petty theft in less populated areas outside.
7
/ 10
Cozumel, Mexico
Cozumel
Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.

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 December 26, 2027 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Celebrity XCel December 26, 2027 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,635 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 December 26, 2027 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, December averages 84°F highs and 57°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the December 26, 2027 Celebrity XCel itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.4 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, with per-port scores of Fort Lauderdale 7.0, Belize City 4.5, Costa Maya 7.0, Cozumel 7.0. 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 Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Sunday, December 26, 2027 at 3:00 PM and returns on Sunday, Jan 2nd, 2028 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Celebrity XCel sailing on December 26, 2027?▾

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 20, 2026