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The Bazaar
New dining-and-shopping concept built around culture, flavors, and destination-inspired food.
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☎Find the right ship, call nowCelebrity Xcel is part of Celebrity's fleet, built to the Edge class. Below are the verified basics; sailings, itineraries, cabins and the current rate change constantly, one call to a specialist confirms exactly what's open for your dates and the best rate our partners can offer.
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The basics, verified
Ship classEdge
Entered service2025
Guests3,260
Gross tonnage141,420
Every figure here traces to a published source and is re-checked on our normal schedule. Anything we haven't confirmed shows as a gap rather than a guess.
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Call now · +1-833-684-4250The ship at a glance
Celebrity Xcel is the fifth and newest Edge-Series ship, introducing fresh concepts such as The Bazaar dining-and-shopping space, the Celebrity Pool Club, and new venues including The Attic at The Club, alongside the signature Magic Carpet and Eden.
Who it's for
Guests who want the very latest Edge-Series ship with brand-new social spaces and 'date night, all day long' programming for couples, plus family and destination-focused sailings in the Caribbean and Europe.
Where & when it sails
Ship page lists Caribbean cruises and Europe (Greek Isles, Spain, France, Italy); Caribbean sailings depart from Florida.
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Call now · +1-833-684-4250Food & dining
6 places to eat, 2 included in your fare, 4 specialty.
🍴Extra
Bora
Named specialty venue on Xcel.
🥩Extra
Fine Cut Steakhouse
Upscale steak and seafood venue (series signature).
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Rooftop Garden Grill
Open-air grill with ocean views (series signature).
🍴Extra
Eden Restaurant
Multi-level venue with open kitchen (series signature).
🍴Included
Luminae
Private restaurant for The Retreat suite guests.
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Call now · +1-833-684-4250Things to do
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Celebrity Pool Club
Enhanced pool experience ('The Poolest Day Ever') with games, poptails, Caribbean live music, and evening 'Shine the Night' DJ parties.
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Magic Carpet
Signature cantilevered floating platform venue.
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The Spa
New/enhanced spa and wellness facility.
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Sunset Bar
Outdoor social gathering bar.
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Call now · +1-833-684-4250Entertainment & nightlife
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The Theatre
Main entertainment theatre.
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Eden
Immersive multi-level dining and entertainment venue.
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The Club
Nightlife venue, with a new space called The Attic at The Club.
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Grand Plaza
Central multi-story social hub.
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IYKYK
New named venue introduced on Xcel.
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Casino
Onboard gaming.
Kids, teens & families
Camp at Sea offers arts, crafts, and family activities; Xcel is programmed for families as well as couples.
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Camp at Sea
Celebrity's youth program with age-grouped arts, science, crafts and family activities.
Celebrity's kids clubs run fleet-wide; exact venues and hours for your ship and dates are confirmed on the call.
Districts & zones
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The Retreat
Premium suite-guest area with private dining, lounge, and sundeck.
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Eden
Signature multi-level neighborhood.
Helpful guides
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