Christmas & New Year 2025 Caribbean & Panama Canal Gay Group Cruise
11 nights cruise from/to Fort Lauderdale, Florida
December 23, 2024 – January 03, 2025
Celebrity's Beyond
Enjoy the magic of the Southern Caribbean & Panama Canal on an eleven-night cruise that departs from gay friendly Fort Lauderdale. Immerse yourself in the laid-back charm and natural wonders that the islands are famous for. Hike through lush rainforests and marvel at the islands’ stunning coastlines. Zipline over verdant landscapes and explore deep underground caves. Discover the simple pleasures of rustic beach bars and unbelievably fresh seafood. Stroll on flawless beaches and get up close to the marine life that inhabits the surrounding seas. Enjoy the magic of the holidays with Celebrity Cruises!
Escape the winter chill and plan a holiday vacation to some of the sunniest destinations of the world, and build a sandman on the pristine beaches of the Caribbean. You can’t ask for a better place to get away from it all than the Caribbean. Climb, hike, swim, bike, or chill in some of the world’s most beautiful places. From verdant mountain peaks to dazzling coral reefs teeming with tropical fish, the Caribbean is a never-ending show of nature’s wonders. Azure seas, sugar-white beaches, rainforests, volcanoes – there is nothing subtle about the various landscapes of the Caribbean. Every island has its own personality, from sleepy to bustling, and on a Caribbean cruise you can experience it all.
Enjoy the magic of the holidays
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year on a Christmas cruise. Spend an unforgettable vacation on Celebrity Christmas cruise, where you’ll enjoy the spirit of the season while sailing to some of the most spectacular destinations of the world.
Bring in the new year with an unforgettable New Year’s cruise to the most breathtaking destinations in the Caribbean. Raise a glass and revel in the best party of the year—minus all the work. Spend quality time toasting and dining with family and friends and leave all the details to us.
Feast on traditional meals designed by a Michelin-starred chef—without worrying about any of the prep or cleanup. Marvel at our festive decorations, like Christmas trees covered in trimmings and tinsel that will make you feel right at home. Sing along with carolers, watch holiday-themed shows at The Theatre, and welcome Santa on board as he pays a special visit to all of the lucky kids spending Christmas at sea.
Marvel at the engineering wonder of the Panama Canal. Sailing through the engineering masterpiece that connects the Atlantic Ocean and the Pacific Ocean is a bucket-list event on its own, but along the way you’ll also visit other exciting tropical destinations steeped in culture, history, and natural beauty.
Discover Aruba’s award-winning beaches, Bonaire’s resident flamingos and incredible dive sites, and Curacao’s namesake turquoise-tinged liqueur.
Soak up the Southern Caribbean sun by day, and return to your Celebrity cruise ship each evening for globally inspired dining, thrilling entertainment, and luxuriously appointed accommodations. Your unforgettable Southern Caribbean vacation awaits.
Celebrity Beyond - More space. More luxury. More connected.
Welcome to a place where you can escape and experience all the things you’ve been missing for so long. Only now, those things are even better than you’ve imagined. This is a place where the everyday gives way to the extraordinary. A place with more space to lose yourself in and more luxury to love. Where the possibilities are as endless as the views. Where you can disconnect entirely while you reconnect with each other—and the world. This place is Celebrity Beyond!.
The third ship in our revolutionary Edge® Series, Celebrity Beyond takes our innovative outward-facing design further than ever, creating an even closer connection between you, the sea, and every exciting place on the horizon. Soak up the sun, salt breezes, and stunning scenery in newly expanded open-air spaces. Savor fine dining that rivals anything you’d find on land. And discover even more ways to relax and renew.
To ensure Celebrity Beyond would live up to its name, Celebrity Cruises not only reunited the dream team of architects and designers who first envisioned our Edge Series, but expanded their roles—and their designs will expand the way travel inspires you. Celebrity also stretched the length of the ship to create even more room for incredible outdoor spaces, like the new two-story Sunset Bar imagined by world-famous designer Nate Berkus and a redesigned Rooftop Garden by the visionary Kelly Hoppen, CBE, that brings you closer than ever to the water’s edge—both in collaboration with celebrated architect Tom Wright of WKK.
Kelly also took The Retreat Sundeck to a luxurious new level in more ways than one. And Celebrity Cruises introduced even more delicious culinary experiences to already unrivaled collection, including a new restaurant by the world-renowned chef, Daniel Boulud. All this is just the beginning of how Celebrity Beyond will redefine the art of luxury travel again, like each of our Edge Series ships has done before.
Unwind at The Retreat Sundeck A place so exclusive it has no address, The Retreat is the ultimate luxury vacation experience. Every guest not only enjoys stunning suite accommodations but also private dining, exclusive spaces, and a long lineup of services and amenities. Celebrity Beyond enhances this already unrivaled resort-within-a-resort with stunningly reimagined spaces by one of the most sought-after interior designers in the world.
As a guest of The Retreat on Celebrity Beyond, you’ll have your choice of stunning suite accommodations, including our two-story Edge Villas with outdoor plunge pools, and our Iconic Suites, the largest in Celebrity fleet, featuring views as amazing as the captain’s. All suites on Celebrity Beyond feature fresh color palettes and design details. As always, you’ll enjoy a Personal Retreat Host, so you never have to lift a finger, along with luxurious amenities like eXhale® bedding, king-sized Cashmere mattresses designed exclusively for Celebrity, and plush Frette robes and slippers—just to name a few. And now, when you book The Retreat, every guest in your suite receives premium drinks, streaming Wi-Fi, tips, a shore excursion credit, and an onboard credit to use however you choose.
Here the Restaurants are Destinations in Themselves
What you eat on vacation is almost as important as where you go, and on every Celebrity vacation, we bring both those things together perfectly. The captivating scents and flavors of your dining experience will transport you to new places—without even leaving your table. Our Michelin-starred chef creates the globally inspired dishes on every menu, and the dishes are prepared fresh daily using local ingredients. And, with a wide variety of distinctive restaurants, where the vibe is as appealing as the cuisines they serve, your favorite restaurant during your vacation will most likely be right on board.
Some of the Best Destinations You’ll Visit Are Right on Board
One of the most exciting parts of any vacation is discovering new places. Places that awaken a sense of wonder within you. Places that spark your imagination and curiosity. Places that change the way you see the world. On Celebrity Beyond, you’ll discover places that do exactly that. Places we’ve designed to entertain you, to amaze you, and to transport you and change the way you experience the world. To do this, we’ve enlisted the help of some of the most dynamic architects, interior designers, and creative teams in the world. Together, we create the places you long to discover on vacation. Welcome to a place where your vacation dreams come true.
An Ahh-Inspiring Escape for the Modern Traveler Whether you want to clear your mind, fine-tune your body, reinvigorate your spirit—or all of the above—The Spa is an indulgent escape where you can do it all. The Spa introduces an array of innovative new firsts in beauty, fitness, and wellness that make finding complete bliss on vacation easier than ever.
The Spa features a lineup of the most advanced ways to look and feel your best on vacation. Discover how we’ve teamed up with the leading authorities in their fields and harnessed the most cutting-edge technological innovations to create a spa experience unlike anything else at sea.
Christmas & New Year 2025 Caribbean & Panama Canal Cruise Itinerary
Date
Port
Arrive
Depart
23 Dec
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
4 PM
24 Dec
Christmas Eve at Sea!
25 Dec
Christmas Day at Sea!
26 Dec
Cartagena, Colombia
7 AM
3 PM
27 Dec
Panama Canal (Cruising)
27 Dec
Colon, Panama
5 PM
9 PM
28 Dec
A Day at Sea!
29 Dec
Kralendijk, Bonaire
12:30 PM
8 PM
30 Dec
Oranjestad, Aruba
8 AM
9 PM
31 Dec
Willemstad, Curacao
8 AM
6 PM
01 Jan
New Year at Sea!
02 Jan
A Day at Sea!
03 Jan
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
7 AM
Day 1 - Fort Lauderdale, Florida Fort Lauderdale is tropical paradise for gay city dwellers. The city offers gay beaches, naked beaches, sultry swimming pools at exclusively gay resorts, and gay bars and clubs that cater to everyone from bears to softball players to singles looking for a quiet lounge atmosphere for a date.
Days 2 - Day at Sea!
While at sea, take the time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, taste the delicacies or explore the venues on-board, until we arrive at the next amazing destination.
Day 3 - Day at Sea!
While at sea, take the time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, taste the delicacies or explore the venues on-board, until we arrive at the next amazing destination.
Day 4 - Cartagena, Colombia
Cobbled streets, balconies with blooming bougainvillea, and pastel plazas make Cartagena one of Latin America's most photogenic cities. But it's not just another pretty seaport. Founded in 1533, this Spanish-Colonial city is steeped in history. Its location made it a popular port for plunderers and pirates. Today thrill-seekers will find a perfect mix of old and new with a twist of island attitude.
Day 5 - Panama Canal (Cruising)
The canal is a marvel of engineering, but the area is also a sanctuary for sloths, eagles, ocelots and toucans, thanks to a lush rainforest environment and tropical temperatures.
Day 5 - Colon, Panama
As the world’s second largest duty-free port, Colón offers abundant shopping. It also represents the gateway to numerous sites of ecological interest, including Chagres National Park, a 3,000,000-acre rainforest preserve, and the Gamboa Rainforest Preserve, which lies within Soberania National Park.
Day 6 - Day at Sea!
While at sea, take the time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, taste the delicacies or explore the venues on-board, until we arrive at the next amazing destination.
Day 7 - Kralendijk, Bonaire
Kralendijk is lined with delightfully pastel stucco houses, in pinks, oranges and lime greens. Famous for its diving, the lively world under the sea is the allure of this laidback island. The island is surrounded by a marine park that starts at the beach and extends 200 feet in depth and covers its entire coastline. Cruises to Bonaire also offer such treats as flamingos, hiking and the only barefoot casino in the Caribbean.
Day 8 - Oranjestad, Aruba
Browse the candy-colored townhouses, architectural details, and open-air patios that define this charming Dutch community. Gentle trade winds tame the Caribbean sun, shoo the infrequent rain, and maintain the perfect conditions for windsurfing and kiteboarding. When it’s beach time, dig your toes into the soft white sand and soak your skin in the warm Caribbean water. After lounging awhile, find spas, restaurants, and bars just steps away. Divers and snorkelers flock to cruise to Aruba for its vibrant coral reefs, neon tropical fish, and eerie old shipwrecks.
Day 9 - Willemstad, Curacao
Experience a traditional Dutch cityscape painted in distinctly Caribbean colors. You'll want to stroll the magnificent waterfront, admire the colonial buildings, and explore the backstreet cafés, shops, museums, and galleries of Willemstad. Swim with charming, clever dolphins—an unforgettable experience—or go below the surface on a reef dive. View otherworldly stalactites and stalagmites inside Hato Caves and take a trolley tour to learn about Willemstad’s landmarks.
Days 10 & 11 - Day at Sea!
While at sea, take the time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, taste the delicacies or explore the venues on-board, until we arrive at the next amazing destination.
Day 12 - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Gay Fort Lauderdale is home to more than 100 gay-owned establishments including hotels/inns, gay bars, clubs and restaurants and three popular gay beach areas on Fort Lauderdale's 23 miles of wide, sandy beach. There is so much to do in Gay Ft. Lauderdale that you may fall so much in love you will not want to leave.
Christmas & New Year 2025 Caribbean & Panama Canal Cruise Rates
(Updated 11.11.24. - Current prices/availability.)
Category
Description
Double Occupancy
$ USD
No Perks Included
Double Occupancy
$ USD
Two Perks Included
12 - Inside Double Stateroom
181 sq. ft. 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.
DI - Deluxe Inside Double Stateroom
202 sq. ft. With ample living space, bigger bathrooms, and more drawer space, Deluxe Inside Staterooms will become your home away from home while on board. Relax at sea after a day that’s as busy or laid back as you wish.
O2 - Ocean View Double Stateroom
200 sq ft. 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 day of adventure.
O1 - Prime Ocean View Double Stateroom
200 sq ft. 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 day of adventure.
DO - Deluxe Ocean View Double Stateroom
242 sq. ft.Enjoy the friendly, intuitive Celebrity service in one of the largest staterooms on Celebrity Beyond: The Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom. Relax in your spacious living area as you take in the ever-changing ocean views.
PO - Panoramic Ocean View Stateroom
212 sq. ft. Enjoy ever-changing vistas through floor-to-ceiling windows, plus more space than our standard Ocean View Stateroom. Panoramic Ocean View Staterooms are ideal for families and travelers looking to relax in unique luxury. They’re conveniently located forward and mid-ship and furnished for pure indulgence.
P2 - Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom with Veranda
Stateroom 202 sq. ft. Veranda 40 sq. ft. Located at either end of the ship, in the Deluxe Porthole View with Veranda you’ll have the choice to relax in your spacious living area, or step outside to enjoy morning coffee and evening sunsets.
P1 - Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom with Veranda
Stateroom 202 sq. ft. Veranda 40 sq. ft. Located at either end of the ship, in the Deluxe Porthole View with Veranda you’ll have the choice to relax in your spacious living area, or step outside to enjoy morning coffee and evening sunsets.
SV - Sunset Veranda Stateroom
Stateroom 228 sq. ft. Veranda 89 sq. ft. Veranda Staterooms include the added luxury of outdoor space to enjoy sweeping ocean panoramas. Located at either end of the ship, the Sunset Veranda offer breathtaking sunrises and sunsets. With the largest veranda of any Edge Series stateroom, these offer superb ocean views at the stern of the ship.
ES - Edge Single Stateroom with Infinite Veranda
Total living space 184 sq. ft. Veranda 42 sq. ft. The Edge Single Stateroom with Infinite Veranda is for modern travelers who love to explore the world on their own. It’s spacious, stylish, and perfectly proportioned for travelers seeking luxury.
E3 - Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda
Total living space 243 sq. ft. Veranda 42 sq. ft. These incredible staterooms take our standard veranda stateroom and, with the touch of a button, blur—even erase—the boundaries between inside and outside living space. This brilliant innovation gives you luxurious open air access to the sea, whenever you wish.
E2 - Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda
Total living space 243 sq. ft. Veranda 42 sq. ft. These incredible staterooms take our standard veranda stateroom and, with the touch of a button, blur—even erase—the boundaries between inside and outside living space. This brilliant innovation gives you luxurious open air access to the sea, whenever you wish.
E1 - Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda
Total living space 243 sq. ft. Veranda 42 sq. ft. These incredible staterooms take our standard veranda stateroom and, with the touch of a button, blur—even erase—the boundaries between inside and outside living space. This brilliant innovation gives you luxurious open air access to the sea, whenever you wish.
C3 - Concierge Class Stateroom with Veranda
Total living 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 priority check-in—so you can start relaxing even sooner—to a dedicated concierge who’s always just steps away from your stateroom to help with anything you need.
C2 - Concierge Class Stateroom with Veranda
Total living 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 priority check-in—so you can start relaxing even sooner—to a dedicated concierge who’s always just steps away from your stateroom to help with anything you need.
C1 - Prime Concierge Class Stateroom with Veranda
Total living 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 priority check-in—so you can start relaxing even sooner—to a dedicated concierge who’s always just steps away from your stateroom to help with anything you need.
A2 - Aqua Class Stateroom with Veranda
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 throughout, including pillow menus, our exclusive eXhale bedding, plush cotton robes and slippers, a massaging showerhead, eco-friendly bath products, on-demand wellness programming on your stateroom TV, yoga mats, daily bottled water service, and an enhanced air filtration system—which you’ll now find in all our staterooms.
A1 - Aqua Class Stateroom with Veranda
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 throughout, including pillow menus, our exclusive eXhale bedding, plush cotton robes and slippers, a massaging showerhead, eco-friendly bath products, on-demand wellness programming on your stateroom TV, yoga mats, daily bottled water service, and an enhanced air filtration system—which you’ll now find in all our staterooms.
AS - Aqua Class Sky Suite with Veranda
Total living space 319 sq. ft.
Veranda 79 Sq. ft. Wellness is so fundamental to our philosophy, we’ve created a whole new way to nourish your mind, body, and spirit on vacation. Introducing our AquaClass® Sky Suites, which combine the best of our AquaClass stateroom experiences with the luxurious spaces, services, and amenities of The Retreat to leave you more renewed than ever. Inside your AquaClass Sky Suite, you can lose yourself in the refreshing floor-to-ceiling ocean views. Breathe in the salt air on your private veranda with comfy lounge seating. Recharge on your king-sized Cashmere Mattress with our exclusive eXhale bedding and a custom pillow menu.
$ 13,680
$ 13,680
MS - Magic Carpet Sky Suite with Veranda
319 sq.ft.
veranda 79 sq.ft. The perfectly designed Sky Suite offers a blend of expansive views and intimate luxury. These large suites feature a king-sized bed from our signature Cashmere Mattress and a spacious, private veranda. The split bathroom features a large spa tub with shower.
S1 - Sky Suite with Veranda
319 sq.ft.
veranda 79 sq.ft. The perfectly designed Sky Suite offers a blend of expansive views and intimate luxury. These large suites feature a king-sized bed from our signature Cashmere Mattress and a spacious, private veranda. The split bathroom features a large spa tub with shower.
$ 11,980
$ 11,980
SS - Sunset Sky Suite with Veranda
319 sq.ft.
veranda 79 sq.ft. The perfectly designed Sky Suite offers a blend of expansive views and intimate luxury. These large suites feature a king-sized bed from our signature Cashmere Mattress and a spacious, private veranda. The split bathroom features a large spa tub with shower.
CS - Celebrity Suite
401 sq.ft.
veranda 100 sq.ft. 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. As always, you’ll enjoy a Personal Retreat Host, so you never have to lift a finger, along with luxurious amenities like eXhale bedding, king-sized Cashmere mattresses designed exclusively for Celebrity, and plush Frette robes and slippers—just to name a few. We’ve thought of every detail, so you don’t have to think about a thing.
RS - Royal Suite with Veranda
687 sq.ft.
veranda 72 sq.ft. Unwind in a luxuriously large living and dining area featuring floor to ceiling panoramic windows, a master bedroom with Celebrity’s eXhale® bedding featuring the luxury king-sized Cashmere™ Mattress, a master bathroom with a large soaking tub, a separate shower, and a double sink vanity, and a spacious private veranda. No matter where you are in this suite, you’ll enjoy stunning views of the sea.
EV - Edge Villa
739 sq.ft.
veranda 211 sq.ft. These six, two-story luxury residences are the first of their kind in the fleet. Each offers a spacious 950 square feet of split-level splendor, plus one bedroom and two bathrooms—perfect for up to four guests. In these private oceanfront villas, indoor and outdoor living is seamlessly blended, with two stories of windows that look out over the terrace and plunge pool to the incredible views beyond.
PS - Penthouse Suite
1,378 sq.ft.
veranda 197 sq.ft. Featuring a master bedroom, bathroom, and dressing room, living/dining area, guest bedroom and bathroom, terrace, and private hot tub, our Penthouse Suites even have an attentive Personal Retreat Host on hand to ensure you never have to lift a finger during your vacation.
IC - Iconic Suite
1,892 sq.ft.
veranda 689 sq.ft. Positioned high above the bridge, these all-new suites offer panoramic views from front to back. And with over 2,500 square feet of indoor and outdoor opulence, Iconic Suites are also the most luxurious and largest in our fleet. As always, you’ll enjoy a Personal Retreat Host, so you never have to lift a finger, along with luxurious amenities like eXhale bedding, king-sized Cashmere mattresses designed exclusively for Celebrity, and plush Frette robes and slippers—just to name a few. We’ve thought of every detail, so you don’t have to think about a thing.
All prices are per person, double occupancy (except ES Single Stateroom), and include all meals, accommodations and entertainment!
Taxes of $443.82pp are included in price, optional insurance are additional.
A deposit of $750 per person is required at time of booking. Balance payment is due 90 days prior to sailing.
A service gratuity will be automatically applied to each guest’s SeaPass account on a daily basis:
• Inside, Ocean View, and Veranda staterooms: US$ 18 per guest, per day
• Concierge Class and AquaClass staterooms:US$ 18.50 per guest, per day
• The Retreat Suites:US$ 23 per guest, per day
Optional shore excursions will be offered.
Prices are cruise only and DO NOT INCLUDE return airfare! Please ask for airfare add-ons back to your home city.
Fares are subject to availability and may change without prior notice.
Also included are the traditional gay group escort and activities, subject to minimum participation.
As long as the group minimum space requirements are met, then an onboard gay group host will be assigned. On our Hosted Group Cruises, we will have a representative on the cruise with you. We will have nightly meet ups and we will usually have a group shore excursions. A non-hosted Group Cruise is a cruise we organize, and we will arrange for a nighly meet up, but there will not be our representative onboard.
Traveling alone? Ask about our single roommate share program to help you avoid the single supplement of 100% of the per person double occupancy rate.
Please ask for further details.
No Perks Fares! Please refer to the pricing column with lower fares that do not qualify for any perks.
Two Perks Fares! Book any non-suite category and receive the following two perks: Classic beverage packages and unlimited onboard internet packages!
Suite deal! Book a Suite and get all the following perks: complimentary Premium beverage packages, unlimited onboard ‘stream’ internet packages, and an onboard credit of $300 per person!
The above promotions are capacity controlled and offer may be withdrawn at any time without prior notice.
