Tropical Haven – Puerto Plata & St. Thomas

About this cruise

You sail from Fort Lauderdale on December 19, 2027 and spend 7 nights visiting Puerto Plata (Amber Cove), St. Thomas and Basseterre. It's a well-tested route and there's a reason people keep booking it. The ports come early and the voyage wraps with sea days. A good way to decompress before heading home. Crossing 3 borders through the Caribbean: Dominican Republic, U.S. Virgin Islands and St. Kitts & Nevis. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. Most ports give you about 8 hours, so you can do more than just tick off the main sights. As for the ship itself, Celebrity Xcel launched in 2025, so everything on board is still new. You can tell. If you like having options (restaurants, bars, activities, entertainment), a big ship delivers that. Pro tip: fly in the day before. Fort Lauderdale has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. If you've been thinking about a cruise, this 7-night sailing is a strong place to start.