Shannon Stansfield

Butiful Adventures

2026 Southern Caribbean - Celebrity Xcel

Nov 28, 2026 to Dec 6, 2026
Aruba · Bonaire · Curacao

 

We're happy you're interested in joining us!

 
Escape to the sun-kissed shores of the Southern Caribbean on an unforgettable 8-night cruise aboard the luxurious Celebrity Xcel. Departing from vibrant Miami, this dream itinerary will transport you to the stunning islands of Aruba, Bonaire, and Curacao. 
 
The Celebrity Xcel is a new ship, debuting in late 2025.
 
Cruise "extras" need not apply - we made sure to include a Classic Drinks package and Basic WiFi package in your pricing. You also have the option to prepay gratuities or pay them per diem during the sailing.
 
Don't see what you need? Whether its a different stateroom type, additional sailors in the stateroom, or something else, let's chat and we'll find something that works for you.
 

 

What's included in this trip:

  • Classic Drink Package: The Classic Drinks Package lets you choose you from a wide selection of beers, spirits, cocktails, liqueurs, frozen drinks, and wines by the glass, plus bottled water, sodas, premium coffees, and teas. An upgrade to the Premium Drinks package is available. 
  • Basic WiFi: The Basic Wi-Fi package is included to browse the web, check email, and use messaging apps to text. An upgrade to the Premium WiFi package is available. 
  • Stateroom Accommodations: This includes the stateroom of your selection.
  • Dining: Enjoy dining at four main restaurants as well as an array of complimentary dining options aboard.
  • Taxes, Fees, and Port Charges
 
 

What's not included:

  1.  Specialty restaurants
  2.  Gratuities
  3.  Airfare 
  4.  Shore Excursions
  5.  Transfers and other ground arrangements
  6.  Travel Insurance
  7.  Expenditures of personal nature
 
 
Rate Options:
We have two different rate options below: 
  1.  Hold My Spot:  This option will pencil in your name to one of the available categories from our group for a $50 per stateroom deposit.  This will be applied towards your deposit when you're ready to book and is non-refundable. 
  2.  Full Reservation:  This option is for people who are ready to take that PTO and start planning their beach days. The $500 per stateroom will confirm your reservation and a stateroom number will be assigned.
 
 
 

Cancellation Policy:

Your booking is subject to the cancellation policies of Celebrity Cruises and any other travel suppliers utilized for your trip. 

In addition to the supplier's cancellation fees, Butiful Adventures will assess a $100 per person cancellation fee for fully-deposited reservations. This fee is in addition to any fees charged by the cruise line or other travel suppliers and is non-refundable.

The $50 per person "hold my spot" deposit is a non-refundable deposit. 

We recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect yourself from unforeseen circumstances that may require you to cancel your trip.

 

 

Terms & Conditions:

By booking this trip with Butiful Adventures you agree to the Terms and Conditions of Butiful Adventures (https://butifuladventures.com/TermsandConditions), Celebrity Cruises (https://www.celebritycruises.com/guest-terms/), and those of other booked services. 

 

Available Packages

Prime Ocean View (Hold My Spot)
Available until July 30, 2026

Starting At: $2,011.05
Deposit: $50.00 per room

Book now (2 left)

Studio, 1 bath · Stateroom: 200 sqft. · Large porthole window · Midship on Deck 3

Staterooms with a large window and a sitting area where you can kick back and relax after a day that has been as busy or relaxing as you want it. Enjoy in-room automation that allows you to control everything from lighting, to temperature, and service with a simple touch screen. You can even choose a setting that will tuck you in and gently wake you in the morning. It’s world-class service at the touch of a button.

Prime Ocean View (Full Reservation)
Available until July 30, 2026

Starting At: $2,011.05
Deposit: $500.00 per room

Book now (2 left)

Studio, 1 bath · Stateroom: 200 sqft. · Large porthole window · Midship on Deck 3

Staterooms with a large window and a sitting area where you can kick back and relax after a day that has been as busy or relaxing as you want it. Enjoy in-room automation that allows you to control everything from lighting, to temperature, and service with a simple touch screen. You can even choose a setting that will tuck you in and gently wake you in the morning. It’s world-class service at the touch of a button.

Edge Stateroom w/Infinite Veranda (Hold My Spot)
Available until July 30, 2026

Starting At: $2,340.05
Deposit: $50.00 per room

Book now (2 left)

Studio, 1 bath · Stateroom: 243  sqft. · Aft and Forward locations

 

The Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living with the touch of a button. You can step right out to the water's edge, enjoying open air access to the sea whenever you desire. The stateroom offers advanced technology for adjusting various comfort features such as lighting, shades, temperature, and service through a user-friendly touch screen. With a luxurious king-sized bed and expanded bathroom with larger modern shower, the stateroom embodies both design and comfort enhancements.
 

Edge Stateroom w/Infinite Veranda (Full Reservation)
Available until July 30, 2026

Starting At: $2,340.05
Deposit: $500.00 per room

Book now (2 left)

Studio, 1 bath · Stateroom: 243  sqft. · Aft and Forward locations

 

The Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living with the touch of a button. You can step right out to the water's edge, enjoying open air access to the sea whenever you desire. The stateroom offers advanced technology for adjusting various comfort features such as lighting, shades, temperature, and service through a user-friendly touch screen. With a luxurious king-sized bed and expanded bathroom with larger modern shower, the stateroom embodies both design and comfort enhancements.
 

Prime Concierge Class (Hold My Spot)
Available until July 30, 2026

Starting At: $2,467.05
Deposit: $50.00 per room

Book now (5 left)
Studio, 1 bath · Stateroom: 243  sqft. · High deck for expansive views · Midship locations
 
Infinite Veranda merges inside and outside space. Our meticulously thought out Prime Concierge Class staterooms with infinite veranda, where the little details make a world of difference, are now even better.
 
Perks
  • Priority seating at restaurants
  • Access to a special lounge on embarkation day
  • Special lunch
  • Welcome bottle of sparkling wine with a commemorative label
  • Pillow menu
  • Afternoon canapes, fresh fruit
  • Special toiletries
  • Upgraded spa showerhead
  • Use of binoculars
  • Golf umbrella
  • Extra hair dryer
  • Cabins are often located in more desirable locations on the ship (upper decks, often midship)
  • Dedicated concierge who is available to all Concierge Class cruisers
 

Prime Concierge Class (Full Reservation)
Available until July 30, 2026

Starting At: $2,467.05
Deposit: $500.00 per room

Book now (5 left)
Studio, 1 bath · Stateroom: 243  sqft. · High deck for expansive views · Midship locations
 
Infinite Veranda merges inside and outside space. Our meticulously thought out Prime Concierge Class staterooms with infinite veranda, where the little details make a world of difference, are now even better.
 
Perks
  • Priority seating at restaurants
  • Access to a special lounge on embarkation day
  • Special lunch
  • Welcome bottle of sparkling wine with a commemorative label
  • Pillow menu
  • Afternoon canapes, fresh fruit
  • Special toiletries
  • Upgraded spa showerhead
  • Use of binoculars
  • Golf umbrella
  • Extra hair dryer
  • Cabins are often located in more desirable locations on the ship (upper decks, often midship)
  • Dedicated concierge who is available to all Concierge Class cruisers
 

Prime AquaClass (Hold My Spot)
Available until July 30, 2026

Starting At: $2,790.05
Deposit: $50.00 per room

Book now (1 left)

Studio, 1 bath · Stateroom: 243 sqft. · High deck for expansive views · Midship locations

Wellness is so fundamental to our philosophy, we offer Prime AquaClass® staterooms for a fully immersive, next-level wellness experience. Prime AquaClass® staterooms are well-appointed, personal retreats located in the most-desirable locations on the ship.

Perks: 

  • Priority boarding and disembarkation
  • Dedicated Spa Concierge
  • Savor clean cuisine, including new healthy options, at your exclusive restaurant, Blu.
  • Access to the SEA Thermal Suite
  • Complimentary fitness pass
  • Preferential rates on AquaClass® spa packages
  • Cashmere™ mattress and pillow menus
  • Daily in-room bottled water service
  • Healthy room-service menu options, and a yoga mat for use on board
  • Spa showers
  • Aromatherapy diffuser
  • Special room service menu
  • Wellness programming on your in-cabin TV
 

Prime AquaClass (Full Reservation)
Available until July 30, 2026

Starting At: $2,790.05
Deposit: $500.00 per room

Book now (1 left)

Studio, 1 bath · Stateroom: 243 sqft. · High deck for expansive views · Midship locations

Wellness is so fundamental to our philosophy, we offer Prime AquaClass® staterooms for a fully immersive, next-level wellness experience. Prime AquaClass® staterooms are well-appointed, personal retreats located in the most-desirable locations on the ship.

Perks: 

  • Priority boarding and disembarkation
  • Dedicated Spa Concierge
  • Savor clean cuisine, including new healthy options, at your exclusive restaurant, Blu.
  • Access to the SEA Thermal Suite
  • Complimentary fitness pass
  • Preferential rates on AquaClass® spa packages
  • Cashmere™ mattress and pillow menus
  • Daily in-room bottled water service
  • Healthy room-service menu options, and a yoga mat for use on board
  • Spa showers
  • Aromatherapy diffuser
  • Special room service menu
  • Wellness programming on your in-cabin TV
 

Extra Options

Gratuities (Standard Staterooms)
Available until November 13, 2026

$144.00

The gratuity rate for standard staterooms is $144 per person for the trip. You can add this for all sailors or selected sailors. If you add the rate now, you're protected from any rate increases and payment is due at final payment with the rest of your cruise fare. You can add in gratuities up to a week prior to departure. If not prepaid, gratuities will be added as a per diem to your stateroom balance at the prevailing rate. 

Gratuities (Aqua & Concierge Class)
Available until November 13, 2026

$152.00

The gratuity rate for the Aqua & Concierge Class staterooms is $152 per person for the trip. You can add this for all sailors or selected sailors. If you add the rate now, you're protected from any rate increases and payment is due at final payment with the rest of your cruise fare. You can add in gratuities up to a week prior to departure. If not prepaid, gratuities will be added as a per diem to your stateroom balance at the prevailing rate. 

Airfare
Available until November 13, 2026

$0.00

Yes, I am interested in discussing airfare options as part of my package. I understand this is not included in the quoted cruise pricing and will be a separate charge. 
 

Pre-Cruise Hotel
Available until November 13, 2026

$0.00

Yes, I am interested in discussing pre-cruise hotel options as part of my package. I understand this is not included in the quoted cruise pricing and will be a separate charge. 

Post-Cruise Hotel
Available until November 13, 2026

$0.00

Yes, I am interested in discussing post-cruise hotel options as part of my package. I understand this is not included in the quoted cruise pricing and will be a separate charge.