Celebrity’s 2028–2029 Caribbean Season Is Here, Led by the Brand-New Celebrity Xcite
Celebrity's 2028–2029 Caribbean season is on sale: the brand-new Celebrity Xcite, a renewed Reflection, first-ever Edge Series weekends, and Danny's favorites on all ten ships.
Ten ships, five homeports, a brand-new Edge Series ship and a renewed Reflection. Here’s where every ship sails, what I love on each one, and how to get the best staterooms before they’re gone.
By Danny, Founder & CEO, Harr Travel · Updated November 3, 2026
Celebrity Xcel at sea. Her twin, the brand-new Celebrity Xcite, debuts from Miami in November 2028.
Celebrity opened its 2028–2029 Caribbean season on November 3, 2026. Ten ships sail from Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Port Canaveral, Tampa and San Juan between October 2028 and April 2029. The headline is the brand-new Celebrity Xcite, which debuts from Miami on November 18, 2028. Winter sailings are on sale now, and summer 2028 Caribbean sailings open December 9, 2026.
I’ll be honest: this is the deployment I’ve been waiting for. More Edge Series ships in the Caribbean than ever, a brand-new ship, and a Reflection rebuilt from the inside out. I couldn’t be more excited about an incredible way to get away to the tropics when the weather turns chilly.
The Season at a Glance
Every homeport and port of call on Celebrity’s 2028–2029 Caribbean season.
- New ship: Celebrity Xcite debuts from Miami on November 18, 2028, with 6- to 8-night Eastern and Western Caribbean sailings.
- First ever: 3-night Bahamas weekends on an Edge Series ship (Celebrity Beyond, nine sailings).
- Renewed: Celebrity Reflection returns with 13 new spaces from her March 2027 transformation.
- Bucket list: six Panama Canal partial transits on Beyond, the most Celebrity has offered.
- Island-hopping: five port days on every 7-night Celebrity Silhouette sailing from San Juan.
- Holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s on nearly every ship, plus Mardi Gras in New Orleans from Tampa.
The Fleet Lineup
| Ship | Homeport | Season | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celebrity Xcite New ship | Miami | Nov 18, 2028 – Apr 2029 | 6–8 nights |
| Celebrity Beyond | Fort Lauderdale | Oct 29, 2028 – Mar 2029 | 3–11 nights |
| Celebrity Reflection Renewed | Fort Lauderdale | Oct 28, 2028 – Apr 2029 | 6–8 nights |
| Celebrity Ascent | Fort Lauderdale | Nov 21, 2028 – Apr 2029 | 9–12 nights |
| Celebrity Xcel | Fort Lauderdale | Nov 18, 2028 – Apr 2029 | 6–8 nights |
| Celebrity Apex | Port Canaveral | Nov 23, 2028 – Apr 2029 | 7–9 nights |
| Celebrity Silhouette | San Juan | Oct 29, 2028 – Apr 2029 | 7–11 nights |
| Celebrity Eclipse | Fort Lauderdale | Nov 16, 2028 – Apr 2029 | 3–11 nights |
| Celebrity Constellation | Tampa | Nov 19, 2028 – Apr 2029 | 7 nights |
| Celebrity Summit | Miami | Oct 29, 2028 – Apr 2029 | 3–9 nights |
My Take
The ship I’d book first: Celebrity Beyond. Having shorter options on Beyond is a huge bonus. You can get to know the ship class and see if you want to explore more, and you get a world-class option for a quick getaway.
The sleeper pick: Celebrity Reflection. I LOVE Solstice Series ships. I really liked the Solstice renovation, and with Reflection they’re taking it even further. I can’t wait to film her update and cruise her!
For island-hoppers: The Silhouette itineraries out of San Juan are nothing short of spectacular. A real deep dive into the Caribbean.
My booking advice: Book now. This is the perfect time to get the exact room or suite you want, usually at some of the best pricing offered. Up to final payment we can always reprice, but if you wait, you most likely won’t get the exact room or suite you want.
Spotlight: Celebrity Xcite, the Newest Edge Series Ship
The Celebrity Pool Club on Celebrity Xcel, one of the new spaces Xcite is expected to carry over.
Celebrity Xcite is the sixth Edge Series ship and the twin of Celebrity Xcel, which debuted in November 2025. Her steel was cut in Saint-Nazaire, France, on October 23, 2025, the same day Celebrity took delivery of Xcel.
Her first season. Xcite’s maiden Caribbean voyage is an 8-night Thanksgiving-week sailing from Miami on November 18, 2028, to Samaná, St. Thomas, Antigua and Tortola. Through April 2029 she mostly sails 7-night Eastern Caribbean routes, many calling at Samaná during humpback whale season, plus Western Caribbean, Christmas and New Year’s sailings.
What she’ll have on board. Every Edge Series signature, from the Magic Carpet and Infinite Verandas to The Retreat, plus the spaces that debuted on Xcel: The Bazaar, Bora, Attic at The Club, the Celebrity Pool Club and the Hydra Room. Celebrity has hinted at a few new ideas too, possibly including the Roman-style Trattoria Rossa. The full venue list and deck plans aren’t out yet; we’ll share them as soon as Celebrity does.
Things I’m looking forward to on Xcite
- Tuscan is my personal favorite of Xcel’s four main restaurants, and it’s one I’d look forward to on Xcite. ▶︎ Watch at 31:25
- Xcel’s theater productions blew my mind. That’s the kind of entertainment I’d look forward to on her twin. ▶︎ Watch at 17:25
- The Sunset Veranda is my favorite veranda type on Xcel. I’d look forward to those aft wake views as we sail away. ▶︎ Watch at 0:12
Best for: couples and families who enjoy varied dining, lively entertainment and adults-only relaxation spaces.
Every Ship, and What I Love About Each One
Here’s the rest of the lineup. Tap a moment under any ship to jump straight to it in our tour.
First-Ever Edge Series Weekends
Celebrity Beyond
Homeport Fort Lauderdale · Season Oct 29, 2028 – Mar 2029 · Length 3–11 nights
Where she sails: Nine 3-night Bahamas getaways, six 11-night Panama Canal partial transits, 10- to 11-night Ultimate Southern Caribbean voyages, plus ABC islands and New Year’s sailings.
Why her: An expanded, Moroccan-inspired Sunset Bar, Luminae inside The Retreat, and the Celebrity Pool Club, Bora, Orange Peel Bar & Grille and Tacos del Sol from her November 2026 dry dock.
Things I love
- Sunset Bar is my personal favorite bar on board. I love settling in with a cocktail and those wake and sunset views. ▶︎ Watch at 14:44
- If you’re dining at Eden, try the branzino. ▶︎ Watch at 12:28
- Stop by the spa as soon as you board. The first-day tour shows you the thermal suite before regular use begins. ▶︎ Watch at 16:48
Best for: travelers who love varied dining, ocean-view outdoor spaces and The Retreat’s suite experience.
Renewed · Year-Round Caribbean
Celebrity Reflection
Homeport Fort Lauderdale · Season Oct 28, 2028 – Apr 2029 · Length 6–8 nights
Where she sails: 6-night Key West, Grand Cayman and Cozumel or Ocho Rios; 8-night ABC islands; and an 8-night St. Kitts, St. Thomas and Tortola voyage.
Why her: She’s the ship to watch. Her March 2027 Celebrity Renewed transformation adds 13 new spaces, including a three-story Grand Plaza, Sunset Park, the Celebrity Pool Club, and three new restaurants: Trattoria Rossa, Fine Cut Steakhouse and Bora.
Things I love
- The aft-corner Sky Suite is my favorite location on the ship, with both side- and aft-facing views. ▶︎ Watch the tour
- At the Oceanview Cafe, grab your food and head to the back. It’s less crowded, with outdoor seating over the ocean. (Filmed before the renewal.) ▶︎ Watch at 12:19
- Book Persian Garden thermal suite access on day one, because it fills up. ▶︎ Watch at 28:49
Best for: couples and suite seekers who want ocean views, wellness time, and renewed dining and nightlife.
Longer, Port-Rich Voyages
Celebrity Ascent
Homeport Fort Lauderdale · Season Nov 21, 2028 – Apr 2029 · Length 9–12 nights
Where she sails: 9-night Best of Southern Caribbean and 12-night Ultimate Southern Caribbean voyages to Grenada, Barbados, St. Lucia, the ABC islands and more, including Christmas.
Why her: The Edge Series ship for longer, port-rich voyages, with the Magic Carpet, Rooftop Garden plunge pools and two-story Edge Villas.
Things I love
- The Sunset Bar is one of my favorites, with Moroccan-inspired design, tiered seating and live music for toasting the sunset. ▶︎ Watch at 13:39
- The Sunset Veranda is one of my favorite staterooms for its aft views and extra space. I love watching the wake as we sail away. ▶︎ Watch at 0:56
- Pre-book Eden. It’s the most popular specialty restaurant on board, and it fills up. ▶︎ Watch at 31:28
Best for: travelers who enjoy varied dining, ocean views, evening entertainment, and spa or suite upgrades.
The Hydra Room in the SEA Thermal Suite on Celebrity Xcel.
More ABC Island Sailings
Celebrity Xcel
Homeport Fort Lauderdale · Season Nov 18, 2028 – Apr 2029 · Length 6–8 nights
Where she sails: Alternating 8-night ABC islands sailings and 6-night Grand Cayman, Roatán and Cozumel, with Christmas and New Year’s.
Why her: Xcite’s twin, where The Bazaar, Bora, the Celebrity Pool Club and the fleet-first Hydra Room debuted.
Things I love
- Tuscan is my personal favorite of the four main restaurants, with Italian specialties alongside Greek, French-inspired and New York bistro dining. ▶︎ Watch at 31:25
- The three theater productions blew my mind, with in-the-round staging, a massive LED set, dancers, vocalists and acrobats. ▶︎ Watch at 17:25
- Watching the wake from the Sunset Veranda as we sail away is magical to me. ▶︎ Watch at 3:04
Best for: couples and friends who enjoy varied dining, lively entertainment, outdoor lounging and spa time.
Back in Central Florida
Celebrity Apex
Homeport Port Canaveral (Orlando) · Season Nov 23, 2028 – Apr 2029 · Length 7–9 nights
Where she sails: 7-night Western or Eastern Caribbean and a 9-night Ultimate Southern Caribbean to the ABC islands and Grand Turk.
Why her: The only Edge Series ship from Port Canaveral this season: the drive-to Edge experience for Orlando and the Southeast, with the Magic Carpet and the three-level Eden.
Things I love
- Sunset Bar is one of my favorite venues on the ship, with views straight out over the wake. ▶︎ Watch at 12:02
- Book Le Petit Chef as soon as you board. This animated dinner show is very popular. ▶︎ Watch at 1:03:57
- Luminae was phenomenal on my own cruise, a dining highlight for guests in The Retreat. ▶︎ Watch at 1:06
Best for: travelers who want varied dining, immersive entertainment and adult poolside relaxation.
Island-a-Day from San Juan
Celebrity Silhouette
Homeport San Juan, Puerto Rico · Season Oct 29, 2028 – Apr 2029 · Length 7–11 nights
Where she sails: 7-night Southern Caribbean with five port days every sailing, from St. Thomas to Grenada. Holiday voyages add Aruba and Curaçao.
Why her: The Solstice Series experience with a two-story Retreat Sun Deck, a forward Sky Lounge with 270-degree views and aft staterooms over the wake.
Things I love
- The aft-facing Sunset Veranda is my favorite location. Watching the wake, sunrise and sunset lowers my stress and feels like a home away from home. ▶︎ Watch at 3:54
- My favorite Celebrity Suite feature is the door between the bedroom and living room, so one guest can nap while others use the other space. ▶︎ Watch at 3:35
- Book shore excursions before you board. Popular tours fill up. ▶︎ Watch at 44:57
Best for: couples, spa lovers and suite travelers who value ocean views and quiet spaces.
Ultimate Southern Caribbean
Celebrity Eclipse
Homeport Fort Lauderdale · Season Nov 16, 2028 – Apr 2029 · Length 3–11 nights
Where she sails: 10- to 11-night Ultimate Southern Caribbean, holiday sailings via Samaná, and 3-night Key West, Bimini and Bahamas weekends.
Why her: A Solstice Series favorite with the real-grass Lawn Club, a covered Solarium and the longest Southern Caribbean voyages of the season.
Things I love
- I book the Sunset Sky Suite for its aft-facing balcony and sunsets over the wake. Watching us sail away from a destination is my happy place. ▶︎ Watch at 3:53
- Pre-book Tuscan Grille or reserve as soon as you board. It’s one of the most popular specialty restaurants and fills up. ▶︎ Watch at 31:47
- The veranda is the perfect spot for breakfast, with two chairs, a table and changing ocean views. ▶︎ Watch at 3:04
Best for: couples and families who want lawn games, pool time, specialty dining and wellness options.
Pictured: her sister ship, Celebrity Millennium.
Key West, Mexico & Mardi Gras
Celebrity Constellation
Homeport Tampa · Season Nov 19, 2028 – Apr 2029 · Length 7 nights
Where she sails: 7-night Key West, Cozumel, Costa Maya, Bimini and Nassau, plus a February 11, 2029 Mardi Gras sailing with two days in New Orleans.
Why her: The most intimate ship in the lineup (about 2,200 guests) and the only one from Tampa: the easy drive-to choice for Gulf Coast guests.
Things I love
- I love aft-facing rooms. Like her sisters, Constellation has aft verandas where you can watch the wake on every sail-away. ▶︎ Watch at 0:28
- Blu is my real reason to upgrade to AquaClass, with lighter fare and spa-inspired dishes. ▶︎ Watch at 41:44
- Book your shore excursions before you leave home. It’s easy to arrange them in advance. ▶︎ Watch at 53:17
Best for: scenery lovers who want ocean views, an indoor pool retreat and wellness-focused dining.
Short Escapes from Miami
Celebrity Summit
Homeport Miami · Season Oct 29, 2028 – Apr 2029 · Length 3–9 nights
Where she sails: 3- to 5-night Key West and Bahamas escapes, plus Christmas and New Year’s voyages to the Eastern and Western Caribbean.
Why her: A climate-controlled Solarium, AquaClass perks, aft Family Verandas with a separate living space, and Penthouse Suites with private hot tubs.
Things I love
- I love Blu, the AquaClass restaurant, where breakfast and dinner are included with your stay. ▶︎ Watch the tour
- The aft Family Verandas are some of my favorite rooms on the ship. That extra separation makes them great for families. ▶︎ Watch the tour
- The Secret Sky Suite is my favorite Sky Suite on board. It connects to the Penthouse and has an especially strong bathroom. ▶︎ Watch the tour
Best for: families who want separate spaces, spa-focused couples, and travelers looking for The Retreat’s suite experience.
The Destinations, Island by Island
Match the ship to the beach, reef or rainforest you’ve been dreaming about. Tap a ship to jump to it.
Eastern Caribbean & the Virgin Islands
Shirley Heights lookout over English Harbour, Antigua.
Magens Bay, duty-free Charlotte Amalie and a quick ferry to St. John’s Trunk Bay.
Sail it onXcite Apex Silhouette Eclipse Reflection Summit
The Baths on Virgin Gorda, or a Painkiller at the Soggy Dollar Bar.
Sail it onXcite Apex Beyond Silhouette Eclipse Reflection
Brimstone Hill Fortress, the Scenic Railway and Cockleshell Bay.
Sail it onXcite Beyond Ascent Silhouette Eclipse Reflection
A beach for every day of the year and the Shirley Heights lookout.
Sail it onXcite Beyond Ascent Silhouette Eclipse
Two countries on one island, Orient Bay and jets over Maho Beach.
The cable car up Mount Isabel de Torres and the 27 Waterfalls.
Southern Caribbean
Festival color in Barbados.
Barbados
Sea turtles over the Carlisle Bay wrecks and Harrison’s Cave.
Sail it onBeyond Ascent Silhouette Eclipse
St. Lucia
The twin Pitons and one of the Caribbean’s most dramatic sail-ins.
Sail it onBeyond Ascent Silhouette Eclipse
Martinique
France in the Caribbean: cafés, rhum agricole and Les Salines beach.
Sail it onBeyond Ascent Silhouette Eclipse
Dominica
Rainforest, Trafalgar Falls and the bubbling Champagne Reef.
Sail it onBeyond Ascent Silhouette Eclipse
Grenada
Spice estates, Grand Anse Beach and an underwater sculpture park.
Sail it onAscent Silhouette
Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao & Grand Turk
Colorful Dutch colonial architecture, an ABC islands signature.
Reliably sunny, with Eagle Beach and Arikok’s Natural Pool.
Sail it onXcel Reflection Beyond Ascent Apex Silhouette
Willemstad’s colorful waterfront and beaches like Playa Kenepa.
Sail it onXcel Reflection Beyond Ascent Apex Silhouette
A protected marine park with reefs you can reach from shore.
Sail it onXcel Reflection Beyond Ascent Apex
Grand Turk
Governor’s Beach and a reef wall that drops thousands of feet.
Sail it onAscent Xcel Reflection Apex Beyond
Western Caribbean & Mexico
Starfish in the shallows of Grand Cayman.
Stingray City, Seven Mile Beach and crystal-clear water.
World-class reef snorkeling, beach clubs and nearby Tulum.
Sail it onXcel Reflection Apex Constellation Beyond Xcite
Chacchoben’s Mayan ruins, and Progreso, the gateway to Mérida.
Sail it onConstellation
Short Escapes, the Panama Canal & Mardi Gras
Sunrise over the lighthouse at Nassau’s Paradise Island.
Key West, Bimini, Nassau & Grand Bahama
Mallory Square sunsets and turquoise beaches. Easy 3- to 5-night trips, perfect for a first cruise.
Sail it onBeyond Eclipse Summit Constellation Reflection Apex
Panama Canal (partial transit)
Rise through the Gatún Locks to Gatún Lake. Six sailings.
Sail it onBeyond
Mardi Gras in New Orleans
Two days in New Orleans during Mardi Gras week (February 11, 2029).
Sail it onConstellation
My Picks by Traveler
First-Time Cruisers
A Celebrity Beyond 3-night getaway. Beware: you’ll be hooked and wanting more!
Families
The holiday sailings, and Celebrity Apex out of Port Canaveral.
Retreat Guests
Now is the time to lock in your perfect suite option. Penthouses tend to go the quickest, but the best pricing and availability have been at launch consistently over the last few years.
Longtime Celebrity Loyalists
The Celebrity Ascent 12-night voyages and the Beyond Panama Canal sailings really stand out to me.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I book Celebrity’s 2028–2029 Caribbean cruises?
Now. Winter 2028–2029 Caribbean sailings, including Celebrity Xcite’s inaugural season, opened November 3, 2026. Summer 2028 Caribbean sailings open December 9, 2026. Opening week gives you the widest choice of suites, connecting staterooms and holiday dates.
When does Celebrity Xcite debut, and where does she sail?
Xcite’s first Caribbean sailing leaves Miami on November 18, 2028: an 8-night Thanksgiving-week voyage to Samaná, St. Thomas, Antigua and Tortola. Through April 2029 she sails 6- to 8-night Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries from Miami, including Christmas and New Year’s.
Which Celebrity ship is best for the Southern Caribbean?
For the most islands, I’d look at Silhouette from San Juan, with five port days on every 7-night sailing, or the 9- to 12-night voyages on Ascent, Beyond and Eclipse from Fort Lauderdale, which reach Barbados, St. Lucia, Martinique and Dominica. For Grenada, choose Ascent or Silhouette.
Is there a short Celebrity cruise in the Caribbean?
Yes. Celebrity Beyond offers the first-ever 3-night Edge Series getaways from Fort Lauderdale, and Eclipse and Summit sail 3- to 5-night Key West and Bahamas escapes.
Does Celebrity sail to the Panama Canal from Florida?
Yes. Celebrity Beyond sails six 11-night Panama Canal partial transits from Fort Lauderdale, entering the Gatún Locks and pairing the canal with the ABC islands and Grand Cayman.
Want a stateroom held while you decide?
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