Celebrity XCel - 1/30/2028
The January 30, 2028 cruise on the Celebrity XCel departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 7 Night St. Thomas & St. Kitts (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Celebrity XCel sets sail on Sunday, Jan 30th and returns on Sunday, Feb 6th.
Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Celebrity XCel - January 30, 2028 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jan 29th | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida |
| 2 | Jan 30th | At Sea |
| 3 | Feb 1st | Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic |
| 4 | Feb 2nd | Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas |
| 5 | Feb 3rd | Basseterre, St. Kitts |
| 6 | Feb 3rd | At Sea |
| 7 | Feb 4th | At Sea |
| 8 | Feb 6th | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida |
The Celebrity XCel sails on January 30, 2028 for a 7 Night St. Thomas & St. Kitts (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 Feb 6th 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.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Celebrity XCel Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
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. (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!
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.
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)
Basseterre, St. Kitts, offers docking at Port Zante. Travelers explore Brimstone Hill Fortress and Romney Manor. Excursions include snorkeling at Shitten Bay. Local markets sell johnnycakes. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes goat water, a St. Kitts 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. Basseterre’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO fortresses and scenic beaches, making Basseterre 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!
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. (126 words)