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Celebrity Cruises has announced its 2027–2028 global
deployment, offering travelers more ways than ever to explore the Caribbean,
Asia, and South America. The new sailings span 131 destinations across 42
countries, featuring unique ports, extended stays, and immersive local
experiences.
At the heart of the program, the line’s newest ship, Celebrity
Xcel, will return to the Caribbean for a third season, while Celebrity Solstice
begins its second season in Asia following an extensive modernization. Both
ships will showcase new onboard concepts and authentic regional experiences
designed to bring guests closer to the destinations they visit.
Highlights
of the 2027–2028 season
·
Celebrity Cruises’ first-ever dedicated itineraries to Grand Turk, Turks
and Caicos
·
Four Panama Canal voyages aboard Celebrity Ascent
·
123 extended port days (10+ hours) and 52 overnight stays across Asia
·
Overnight stay in Hong Kong on New Year’s Eve 2027 aboard Celebrity
Solstice
·
14-night South America and Antarctica sailings on Celebrity Equinox,
visiting 17 destinations in seven countries
·
Eight ships sailing from four Florida ports to 65 Caribbean destinations
Caribbean: Year-round escapes and island adventures
With eight ships sailing to 65 destinations, Celebrity
Cruises invites guests to discover pristine beaches and vibrant cultures across
the Caribbean.
Celebrity Beyond will offer year-round seven-night
itineraries from Miami and Fort Lauderdale, featuring the brand’s first Grand
Turk program and stops at Perfect Day at CocoCay, Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao.
Celebrity Ascent presents 10- to 14-night Southern
Caribbean sailings, including transits through the historic Panama Canal and
calls in Antigua, St. Lucia, and Barbados.
Celebrity Xcel will deliver immersive seven-night
eastern and western Caribbean voyages, blending onshore discovery with onboard
experiences through The Bazaar, a new destination-inspired concept featuring
local cuisine, entertainment, and culture.
Celebrity Silhouette, Eclipse, and Reflection will
offer everything from short three-night getaways to extended 12-night voyages,
while Celebrity Apex (Port Canaveral) and Celebrity Constellation (Tampa)
provide seven-night sailings to The Bahamas and Key West.
Asia: 49 destinations and 52 overnight stays
Travelers can explore Asia’s cultural and coastal
treasures aboard Celebrity Solstice and Celebrity Millennium, visiting 49
destinations in seven countries, including Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, and
Malaysia.
The modernized Celebrity Solstice will operate
12-night cruises featuring breathtaking routes and new spaces such as Sunset
Park on the top deck. Guests can relax on Thailand’s Nai Harn Beach, shop in
Phuket’s bustling markets, or join evening food tours in Penang and Bangkok.
With 123 port days lasting more than 10 hours and overnight
stays in Bangkok, Bali, Hanoi, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and Phuket,
guests will have ample time to experience local culture, cuisine, and
nightlife—including a spectacular New Year’s Eve in Hong Kong overlooking
Victoria Harbour’s fireworks.
South America and Antarctica: Epic voyages at the edge
of the world
From November 2027 to February 2028, Celebrity Equinox
will sail 14-night itineraries across 17 destinations in seven countries,
combining natural wonders with cultural discovery.
Guests can marvel at the Chilean Fjords, the Iguazu
Falls (UNESCO World Heritage Site), and the pristine landscapes of Patagonia.
Highlights include penguin encounters, forest hikes, whale watching, and a
dramatic Cape Horn passage—where the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans meet.
Onboard, guests can enjoy world-class dining and
service, while ashore they’ll savor authentic regional flavors such as Chilean
seafood, Patagonian barbecue, and Uruguayan dulce de leche.
Booking
information
Caribbean sailings go on sale November 11, 2025
Winter 2027–2028 Asia and South America sailings open
December 10, 2025
For more details, visit www.celebrity.com, call 1-800-CELEBRITY, or contact your preferred
travel advisor.
Image
Credit: © Celebrity Cruises
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