Celebrity XCel itinerary map for January 9, 2028 (7 nights)
Celebrity XCel cruise ship

Celebrity XCel — January 9, 20287-Night Mexico & Bahamas on Celebrity

This 7-night cruise aboard the XCel departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Sunday, January 9, 2028 and returns on Sunday, Jan 16th. January weather across this route averages 82°/54°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $1,016.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.2 out of 10 — Fort Lauderdale (7.0), Bimini (7.9), Cozumel (7.0), Costa Maya (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 January 9, 2028

Celebrity XCel · January 9, 2028

The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity XCel cruise ship departing January 9, 2028. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,016 ($146 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $996 ($143 per night), this represents a recent increase of 2%.

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Inside
$1,016
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Oceanview
$1,096
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Balcony
$1,396
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Suite
$3,281

Price History – Celebrity XCel January 9, 2028

inside cabin
Celebrity XCel
January 9, 2028
$1,016
2% vs avg: $996

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

Celebrity XCel · January 9, 2028

The Celebrity XCel sails on January 9, 2028 for a 7 Night Mexico & Bahamas (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 16th 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 & Bahamas (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

  • JAN09
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN10
    Bimini, Bahamas
    Bimini, Bahamas
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN12
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN13
    Cozumel, Mexico
    Cozumel, Mexico
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN14
    Costa Maya, Mexico
    Costa Maya, Mexico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN15
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN16
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

January 9, 2028 · 7 Night Mexico & Bahamas (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 1 of Celebrity XCel January 9, 2028 cruise
Day 1•Sunday, Jan 9

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
Bimini, Bahamas — Day 2 of Celebrity XCel January 9, 2028 cruise
Day 2•Monday, Jan 10

Bimini, Bahamas

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Bimini, Bahamas, anchors offshore with tenders to Alice Town, population 2,000. Travelers snorkel the SS Sapona, a 1920s shipwreck. Local markets sell conch salad. Excursions to the Bimini Road, 10 minutes by boat, explore underwater stone formations. Dolphin House Museum showcases shell art. Peak season December to April; taxis 5-10 BSD. Dining includes cracked conch at beach shacks. Souvenirs feature straw hats.

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Day 3 at sea — Celebrity XCel January 9, 2028 itinerary
Day 3•Tuesday, Jan 11

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 4 at sea — Celebrity XCel January 9, 2028 itinerary
Day 4•Wednesday, Jan 12

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.

Cozumel, Mexico — Day 5 of Celebrity XCel January 9, 2028 cruise
Day 5•Thursday, Jan 13

Cozumel, Mexico

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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.

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Costa Maya, Mexico — Day 6 of Celebrity XCel January 9, 2028 cruise
Day 6•Friday, Jan 14

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
Day 7 at sea — Celebrity XCel January 9, 2028 itinerary
Day 7•Saturday, Jan 15

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 January 9, 2028 cruise
Day 8•Sunday, Jan 16

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 - January 9, 2028 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

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January

Typical Weather

80°F

Average High

43°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

1.7 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
72 / 100
safer than 72% of all cruises
72
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.
8
/ 10
Bimini, Bahamas
Bimini
Bimini is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should secure valuables and exercise caution during marine activities.
7
/ 10
Cozumel, Mexico
Cozumel
Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.
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.

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 January 9, 2028 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Celebrity XCel January 9, 2028 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,016 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 January 9, 2028 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, January averages 82°F highs and 54°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the January 9, 2028 Celebrity XCel itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.2 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, with per-port scores of Fort Lauderdale 7.0, Bimini 7.9, Cozumel 7.0, Costa Maya 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, January 9, 2028 at 3:00 PM and returns on Sunday, Jan 16th, 2028 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Celebrity XCel sailing on January 9, 2028?▾

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