Embarkation day. Celebrity XCel sails at 4:00 PM.

Celebrity XCel
March 26, 2028
7-Night St. Thomas & St. Kitts aboard Celebrity XCel · Departing March 26, 2028 from the Port of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Celebrity XCel March 26, 2028 Cruise Overview
Celebrity XCel leaves Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Sunday, March 26, 2028 at 4:00 PM and returns Sunday, April 2 at 7:00 AM: 7 nights with 3 ports of call (Samana, Charlotte Amalie and Basseterre) and 3 days at sea. Celebrity XCel sails this itinerary 8 times on the current schedule; the next departure after this one is April 9, 2028. The lowest fare today is $1,086 per person for an inside cabin (about $155 a night). Since we started tracking it in March 2026, the inside fare has ranged from $879 to $1,086; today’s is $207 above the lowest. March averages 86°F highs and 66°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.6 out of 10 — Fort Lauderdale (7.0), Samana (6.3), Charlotte Amalie (6.1), Basseterre (6.9). Suite cabins rose $350 on Oct 9.
Celebrity XCel March 26, 2028 Roll Call
Celebrity XCel March 26, 2028 Price & Tracking
The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity XCel cruise ship departing March 26, 2028. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,086 ($156 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,007 ($144 per night), this represents a recent increase of 8%.
Celebrity XCel cruise departing March 26, 2028 — 7-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,086 ($156 per night). Average price: $1,007.
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7 Night St. Thomas & St. Kitts (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Cruise Map
7 Night St. Thomas & St. Kitts (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Port List
At sea
Day at sea aboard the XCel — featuring Rooftop Garden Grill, The Casino, The Club & Boutique Shop.
At sea
Day at sea aboard the XCel.
At sea
Day at sea aboard the XCel.
7 Night St. Thomas & St. Kitts (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Weather Forecast
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.
Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tours & Rides
Everglades VIP Airboat Tour with Transportation Included
Everglades National Park Biologist Led Adventure: Cruise, Hike + Airboat
Private Yacht Cruise through Fort Lauderdale
SUV Ft Lauderdale to Miami Port & Hotel or Mia to Ft Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale Private Yacht Tour & Sandbar Swim
14 Pass Sprinter Party Bus Ft Lauderdale 3 hour , DreamRide
Private Transportation Service Fort Lauderdale FLL - Miami
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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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.
Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.
Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is secure, but travelers should stay vigilant and cautious in neighborhoods with higher crime rates.
Travelers in Samana should remain vigilant against petty theft and take standard precautions to ensure a safe visit.
Travelers should stay vigilant in Charlotte Amalie, avoiding isolated areas and being cautious in crowded spots to minimize crime risks.
Basseterre is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's wise to stay vigilant against petty theft and avoid poorly lit areas at night.
Celebrity XCel Ship Overview
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.
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