--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 10a7d8d5-2236-4d60-9017-deed7c116aa0 slug: 2226094 voyage_code: XC07E475 cruise_line: Celebrity Cruises ship: Celebrity Xcel departure_date: return_date: nights: 7 embarkation_port: Miami, Florida disembarkation_port: Miami, Florida starting_price_usd: 856.0 bookable: true last_updated: 2026-05-05T04:11:20Z --- # Puerto Plata & St. Maarten > Celebrity Cruises · Celebrity Xcel · Dec 20 – 27   (7 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Celebrity Cruises | | **Ship** | Celebrity Xcel | | **Duration** | 7 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Miami, Florida | | **Disembarkation Port** | Miami, Florida | | **Starting Price** | 856 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | XC07E475 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Miami, Florida **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM South Florida's exciting, international city is much more than the gateway to Latin America. It's one of the world's most popular vacation destinations. With its world-renowned beaches, unrivaled nightlife, unique culinary experiences and Latin flavor, this is one place you'll want to check out. Before departing from Miami, enjoy a tour that will highlight this exciting city. ### Day 2: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 3: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 4: Philipsburg, St. Maarten **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM 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 5: Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM Besides being one of the most scenic islands in the Caribbean, Tortola offers a decidedly cultural and historical side. Visitors who can pry themselves away from its picture-perfect beaches frequently visit the Virgin Islands Folk Museum, where they find an extensive collection of the island's ancient plantation artifacts. ### Day 6: Puerto Plata, Dominican Rep **Arrives:** 11:30 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM 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 ... ### Day 7: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 8: Miami, Florida **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM South Florida's exciting, international city is much more than the gateway to Latin America. It's one of the world's most popular vacation destinations. With its world-renowned beaches, unrivaled nightlife, unique culinary experiences and Latin flavor, this is one place you'll want to check out. Before departing from Miami, enjoy a tour that will highlight this exciting city. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Inside | $856 | | Ocean View | $1,138 | | Balcony | $1,425 | | Suite | $4,492 | ## Cabin Options ### Inside Cabins **Guarantee Interior** (Code: Z) — From $1,712 The private and perfectly proportioned Inside Stateroom is the ideal place to relax after your day of discovery. Need a little extra space? Combine two Inside Staterooms. Connecting at sea has never been easier. 181 sq. ft. ### Outside Cabins **Guarantee Ocean View** (Code: Y) — From $2,276 Take in the stunning views while you relax in your Ocean View Stateroom. Like all Edge Class Staterooms, this stateroom is furnished with pure luxury in mind. From spacious living areas to the comfortable King-size Cashmere Mattress featuring eXhale bedding, you will feel right at home after your da... ### Balcony Cabins **Guarantee Veranda with Infinite Veranda** (Code: EX) — From $3,125 Guarantee Veranda with Infinite Veranda **Prime Concierge Class** (Code: C1) — From $4,562 Discover a stateroom where service makes all the difference. It’s the little things that make a big difference, such as priority check-in, a welcome lunch, and dedicated service throughout your journey. Stateroom: 201 sq ft. and Veranda 42 sq. ft. **Guarantee Veranda** (Code: X) — From $2,850 Interior space 202-228 sq. ft. Veranda 40-89 sq. ft. Enjoy the great outdoors—and stunning ocean views—with the luxury of your own private veranda. And, with our state-of-the-art technology, you can precisely adjust nearly every comfort feature of your room. Choose from the Sunset Veranda or the... **Guarantee Aqua Class** (Code: XA) — From $4,063 Total living space 243 sq. ft. Veranda 42 sq. ft. Our newly enhanced AquaClass stateroom experience is more ahh-inspiring than ever. It starts with your Infinite Veranda stateroom that erases the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living. Spa-inspired elements are thoughtfully infused through... **Guarantee Concierge Class** (Code: XC) — From $3,125 Interior space 243 sq. ft. Veranda 42 sq. ft. Our Concierge Class staterooms pair the luxury of your Infinite Veranda stateroom with an array of services and amenities, from an exclusive lunch, a destination seminar and dedicated concierge who’s always just steps away from your stateroom to help... **Concierge Class (Partial View)** (Code: C3) — From $3,976 Our meticulously thought out Ultra Concierge Class staterooms with infinite veranda, where the little details make a world of difference, are now even better. Featuring services, amenities, and exclusive events, step inside and discover a room that’s so much more than a room—it’s an experience. As a... ### Suite Cabins **Celebrity Suite** (Code: CS) — From $19,598 These two-room suites feature a large living area with floor to ceiling panoramic windows, private veranda, and a master bedroom with a king-sized bed from our signature Cashmere mattress. Stateroom 401 sq ft. Veranda 100 sq ft. **Guarantee Suite** (Code: W) As a guest of The Retreat on Celebrity Ascent, you’ll have your choice of stunning suite accommodations, including our two-story Edge Villa with outdoor plunge pools, and our Iconic Suites, the largest in our fleet, featuring views as amazing as the captain’s. All our suites on Celebrity Ascent feat... ## Ship Information ### Celebrity Xcel #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 3,950 | | Crew | 1,400 | | Gross Tonnage | 141,420.0 | | Length | 1,073.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 1,646 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Entertainment - **The Bazaar**: Step into the epicenter of excitement and get swept away by the culture, traditions, and festivals of the places you’ll visit. Discover a celebration ... - **Date Night, All Day Long**: Date night just got an upgrade. Ok, lots of upgrades. From a new brunch by the sea to dance parties under the stars, you can keep your date night goin... - **The Festivals**: Party like a local at festivals that celebrate the culture and traditions of the incredible destinations you visit. - **Market at the Bazaar**: You don’t have to search far and wide for one-of-kind finds. We’ve assembled the best local must-haves right here. Experience the sights, sounds, flav... - **Spice**: Take a walk on the tasty side and sample authentic bites from the exciting places you visit on your sailing. ### Food and Drink - **Chefs Studio**: If the thing you remember most about where you travel is the food you discover there, our Chef's Studio is made for you. At our first-ever destination... - **Mosaic Restaurant**: The best way to get a taste of a place is to do exactly that. And at Mosaic, you can do it without even stepping off the ship. Our visionary chefs put... ## Ports of Call ### Miami, Florida *Coordinates: 25.7891, -80.204* South Florida's exciting, international city is much more than the gateway to Latin America. It's one of the world's most popular vacation destinations. With its world-renowned beaches, unrivaled nightlife, unique culinary experiences and Latin flavor, this is one place you'll want to check out. Before departing from Miami, enjoy a tour that will highlight this exciting city. ### Philipsburg, St. Maarten *Coordinates: 18.0237, -63.0458* 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 an... ### Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas *Coordinates: 18.3419, -64.9307* Besides being one of the most scenic islands in the Caribbean, Tortola offers a decidedly cultural and historical side. Visitors who can pry themselves away from its picture-perfect beaches frequently visit the Virgin Islands Folk Museum, where they find an extensive collection of the island's ancient plantation artifacts. ### Puerto Plata, Dominican Rep *Coordinates: 19.8009, -70.69* 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 ou... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2226094 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2226094 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2226094.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2226094/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/celebrity-cruises/celebrity-xcel/other/113637.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 04:11:20 UTC