Puerto Plata, St. Thomas & St. Maarten Holiday

Celebrity Cruises

Join Celebrity Cruises for a 7-night cruise departing from Fort Lauderdale, visiting Puerto Plata/Dominican Republic, Charlotte Amalie, Philipsburg, St Maarten and Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy luxurious accommodations and world-class amenities.

Departure date

28 December 2025

Cabins

Inside from

1,668pp

Outside from

1,761pp

Balcony from

2,075pp

Suite from

7,170pp

The price displayed includes the cruise.
Airfare is additional.
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Quote Reference number: 347478-2105832

All prices are subject to availability

Your Holiday Summary

Departure - Arrival
28 Dec 2025 - 04 Jan 2026
Duration
8 days, 7 nights
Sailing
3 sea days
Departure Port
Fort Lauderdale
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Travelling Itinerary

Day 1
Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Departure: 28.12.2025 at 16:00

Fort Lauderdale lies along the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the New River, 25 miles north of Miami. Its warm tropical weather attracts many people throughout the year. For sun-worshippers, the city has six miles of beaches. There are also many recreational waterways with extensive boating facilities, access to every conceivable watersport, a variety of fascinating museums and trendy restaurants, and an array of entertainment venues.

Day 2
At sea

Arrival: 29.12.2025
Departure: 29.12.2025

Day 3
Puerto Plata/Dominican Republic

Arrival: 30.12.2025 at 07:00
Departure: 30.12.2025 at 15:00

On a Caribbean cruise to Puerto Plata, you’ll be greeted by verdant mountains, pristine beaches, and nature-filled aventures. Go for a swim at the awe-inspiring 27 Waterfalls complex. Hike through the lush, protected jungle of El Choco National Park, enjoying the park’s two lagoons. Swim with dolphins at World Ocean, the largest manmade dolphin habitat in the world, or grab a kayak and head out on the water at Manatee Reserve. For history buffs, tour the Fortress of San Felipe and travel back in time to Spanish occupation. Don’t leave the Domincan Republic without sampling locally distilled rum or delicacies like la bandera and mofongo.

Day 4
Charlotte Amalie

Arrival: 31.12.2025 at 11:30
Departure: 31.12.2025 at 19:00

While the beaches and ocean are beautiful, there is one thing that really sets St. Thomas apart - shopping. Browse through the shop-lined streets of Charlotte Amalie and find out why St. Thomas is called the "duty-free shopping capital of the world." Shop for duty-free trinkets and bargains on everything from liquor to imported china and crystal. Visitors can bring home $1,200 in merchandise without paying duty - twice the limit of most of the Caribbean.

Day 5
Philipsburg, St. Maarten

Arrival: 01.01.2026 at 08:00
Departure: 01.01.2026 at 18:00

When the Spanish closed their colonial fort on St. Maarten in 1648, a few Dutch and French soldiers hid on the island and decided to share it. Soon after, the Netherlands and France signed a formal agreement to split St. Maarten in half, as it is today. Philipsburg displays its Dutch heritage in its architecture and landscaping. The island offers endless stretches of beach, beautiful landscapes and great shopping.

Day 6
At sea

Arrival: 02.01.2026
Departure: 02.01.2026

Day 7
At sea

Arrival: 03.01.2026
Departure: 03.01.2026

Day 8
Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Arrival: 04.01.2026 at 07:00

Fort Lauderdale lies along the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the New River, 25 miles north of Miami. Its warm tropical weather attracts many people throughout the year. For sun-worshippers, the city has six miles of beaches. There are also many recreational waterways with extensive boating facilities, access to every conceivable watersport, a variety of fascinating museums and trendy restaurants, and an array of entertainment venues.

Celebrity Xcel

General characteristics

Ship name: Celebrity Xcel
Length: 327.05 m (1,073 ft)
Capacity: 3,950 passengers
Total cabins: 1,646
Tonnage: 141,420 GT

What’s on Board

Relaxation
Entertainment
Fitness
Food and Drink
Recreational
Other
Decks
relaxation

Relaxation

  • Beauty Salon
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Steam Room
  • Whirlpool
entertainment

Entertainment

  • Children's Play Area
  • Cinema
  • Martini Bar
  • Michaels Club
  • Panorama Lounge
  • Photo Gallery
  • Theatre
fitness

Fitness

  • Aerobics/Yoga
  • Basketball
  • Fitness Equipment
  • Gym
  • Jogging Track
  • Ocean View Gymnasium
food-and-drink

Food and Drink

  • Cafe
  • Champagne Bar
  • Cova Café
  • Dining Room
  • Grill
  • Lounge
  • The Gourmet Restaurant
  • Veranda
recreational

Recreational

  • Aqua Spa
  • Card Room
  • Golf Simulator
  • Library
  • Nightclub
other

Other

  • Art Gallery
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • Photo Gallery

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