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Fort Lauderdale & Caribbean Cruise

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with a Caribbean cruise complemented by a pre-cruise stay in Fort Lauderdale, and indulge in the ultimate holiday experience. Picture yourself strolling along the sun-kissed shores of Fort Lauderdale, basking in the warm, tropical breeze as it gently sways the palm trees.

From its picturesque beaches to vibrant culture and exquisite dining, Fort Lauderdale sets the perfect stage for relaxation and exploration. Then, step aboard the luxurious Celebrity Apex, where every sunrise welcomes a new island paradise to discover in the Caribbean.

 

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What to Expect

Cruise Features

Your Ship- Celebrity Apex

Celebrity Apex, the second ship in our revolutionary Edge Series, is a Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Rated resort at sea. With an innovative outward-facing design and visionary spaces that stand apart from anything else at sea (with the exception of her equally stunning sisters, Celebrity Edge and Celebrity Beyond of course), Celebrity Apex will revolutionize the way you experience the world.

Discover the unparalleled luxury of The Retreat, exclusively for guests of The Retreat. Unwind in transformational accommodations that blur the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living. Soar above the sea on the Magic Carpet. Surrender to the carefree pleasures of the Rooftop Garden. And embark on a culinary journey through an unrivaled collection of restaurants, bars, and lounges.

Celebrity Apex is sailing with Starlink – the world’s most advanced broadband satellite internet – to bring you high-speed connectivity for a better onboard experience.

Dining

Celebrity Apex is designed to connect you to the destinations you’ll visit like never before, and one way it does that is by bringing the flavours of the world to you—right on board. Embark on an unrivalled culinary journey, with 29 distinct restaurants, bars, and lounges to choose from, including our brand-new Craft Social Bar.

Savour new globally inspired menus crafted by our Michelin-starred chefs, featuring some delicious new dishes. You won’t find another dining experience like this at sea—or anywhere. Satisfy your appetite for exploring by booking an award-winning vacation aboard Celebrity Apex.

Entertainment

The Theatre

With a perfect view from any seat, The Theatre introduces all-new production shows and programming exclusive to Celebrity Apex and brought to life through state-of-the-art technology designed, engineered, and built by Tait. A new 20-foot-tall 4K LED screen comprised of 17 million pixels curves 110 feet around the stage to immerse you like never before.

A translucent, 360-degree circular scrim features eight 21K laser projectors for breathtaking wrap-around imagery and effects. And setting the stage for one of the most dynamic new productions at sea, there’s a two-ton, 18-foot-tall Tree of Life that boasts 2,842 LED leaves. It all adds up to our most technologically advanced theatre yet—the perfect home for the groundbreaking new productions you’ll experience here.

The Club

Whether you’re a morning person or night owl, this dynamic venue has something for everyone, from daytime activities like DJ classes and archery to evening productions that will entertain you long past your bedtime.

Gathering space by day and a place of wild discovery by night—Celebrity Apex’s transformative venue will have you coming back for more. Experience everything from gaming and live DJ performances to new evening productions that will entertain you long past your bedtime. Watch from the bar. Jump into the action. From sunrise to sunset, unexpected and engaging moments await at The Club.

Eden

This breathtaking venue is the epitome of Celebrity Apex’s outward-facing concept and will awaken every one of your senses in an atmosphere that transforms from chill mornings to playful afternoons to wonderful evenings.

Eden, like so many aspects of Celebrity Apex, represents another revolution in modern travel. It’s a space where nature is so present, we call it “a room that lives.” It’s an experience so multi-faceted and innovative, you won’t find anything else like it at sea—or anywhere. And no two visits to Eden are ever the same.

The Magic Carpet

Welcome to one of the best places to take in views from the water’s edge. The Magic Carpet is a cantilevered, floating platform that reaches heights of 13 stories above sea level. Majestically situated on the starboard side of the ship, it makes Celebrity Apex’s sleek profile recognisable from miles away. Designed with comfortable seating, a full bar, and space for live music performances, it truly is a destination itself.

The Magic Carpet is designed with comfortable seating, a full bar, and space for live music performances, so it truly is a destination itself on Celebrity Apex.

The Casino

This Vegas-style casino rivals the biggest and best land-based casinos. With a variety of games in a smoke-free environment, you’ll enjoy an excellent selection of over 2,015 slot games and 148 table games that are available across the fleet. Plus, you instantly become a member of the casino rewards program, Blue Chip Club to start earning points with every game you play.

Discover a world of fantastic casino thrills and adventures at sea. With better odds, custom limits, late hours and Lady Luck on your side, there’s no limit to the exciting casino experiences you’ll have on an outstanding cruise vacation.

 

Day 1-7

Dublin International Airport to Miami International Airport. Private transfer to your hotel.

B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale

Ideally situated on the pristine white sand beach of Fort Lauderdale Beach offering guests an exclusive stay experience. Located in Harbor Beach one of Fort Lauderdales premier neighborhoods. FLL Fort Lauderdale Intl Airport 5.6 miles. Broward County Convention Center 1.5 mi. Cruise Port 1.5 mi. Las Olas 1.2 mi. Galleria Mall 2.7 mi. and Sawgrass Mills Mall 19.4 mi. The B Ocean Resort is a 481-key resort strategically situated on Fort Lauderdale Beach. Our prime location on the beach makes B Ocean Resort the premier choice among meeting and leisure guests alike. The resort offers upscale amenities including a signature restaurant spa suites and incredible ocean views.

At B Ocean Resort everything you need is always within reach Immerse yourself in our B Signature Elements and distinguishing features exclusive to the authentic self-expressive experience. From our private beach live AquaMen and Mermaid Shows located in our historical Wreck Bar two resort swimming pools to on-site parking- FreeB Wi-Fi and a variety of dining options – feel like a VIP from check-in to check-out at our unique hotel in Fort Lauderdale Beach.

B Ocean Resort is an escape to paradise with exclusive access to our private stretch of the famous Fort Lauderdale Beach. Relax on our guest-only beach loungers while savoring food and drinks from the Salty Siren our beachside restaurant. Relish in a seafood tower to share with the table or take advantage of the dry-aged prime steak at the Naked Crab. Our Executive Chef David Morales lends his creative palette when conceptualizing the menus every season and blends fresh ingredients and spices to create contemporary Mediterranean dishes influenced by the flavors of Europe North and South America.

Day 7-Fort Lauderdale/Embark on Cruise

Like many southeast Florida neighbors, Fort Lauderdale has long been revitalizing. In a state where gaudy tourist zones often stand aloof from workaday downtowns, Fort Lauderdale exhibits consistency at both ends of the 2-mile Las Olas corridor. The sparkling look results from upgrades both downtown and on the beachfront.

Matching the downtown’s innovative arts district, cafés, and boutiques is an equally inventive beach area, with hotels, cafés, and shops facing an undeveloped shoreline, and new resort-style hotels replacing faded icons of yesteryear.

Despite wariness of pretentious overdevelopment, city leaders have allowed a striking number of glittering high-rises. Nostalgic locals and frequent visitors fret over the diminishing vision of sailboats bobbing in waters near downtown; however, Fort Lauderdale remains the yachting capital of the world, and the water toys don’t seem to be going anywhere.

Day 8- At Sea

Day 9- San Juan (Puerto Rico)

If you associate Puerto Rico’s capital with the colonial streets of Old San Juan, then you know only part of the picture. San Juan is a major metropolis, radiating out from the bay on the Atlantic Ocean that was discovered by Juan Ponce de León. More than a third of the island’s nearly 4 million citizens proudly call themselves sanjuaneros. The city may be rooted in the past, but it has its eye on the future. Locals go about their business surrounded by colonial architecture and towering modern structures.

By 1508 the explorer Juan Ponce de León had established a colony in an area now known as Caparra, southeast of present-day San Juan. He later moved the settlement north to a more hospitable peninsular location. In 1521, after he became the first colonial governor, Ponce de León switched the name of the island—which was then called San Juan Bautista in honor of St. John the Baptist—with that of the settlement of Puerto Rico (“rich port”).Defended by the imposing Castillo San Felipe del Morro (El Morro) and Castillo San Cristóbal, Puerto Rico’s administrative and population center remained firmly in Spain’s hands until 1898, when it came under U.S. control after the Spanish-American War. Centuries of Spanish rule left an indelible imprint on the city, particularly in the walled area now known as Old San Juan.

The area is filled with cobblestone streets and brightly painted, colonial-era structures, and its fortifications have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.Old San Juan is a monument to the past, but most of the rest of the city is planted firmly in the 21st century and draws migrants island-wide and from farther afield to jobs in its businesses and industries. The city captivates residents and visitors alike with its vibrant lifestyle as well as its balmy beaches, pulsing nightclubs, globe-spanning restaurants, and world-class museums. Once you set foot in this city, you may never want to leave.

Day 10- Philipsburg

The capital of Dutch St. Maarten stretches about a mile (1½ km) along an isthmus between Great Bay and the Salt Pond and has five parallel streets. Most of the village’s dozens of shops and restaurants are on Front Street, narrow and cobblestone, closest to Great Bay. It’s generally congested when cruise ships are in port, because of its many duty-free shops and several casinos. Little lanes called steegjes connect Front Street with Back Street, which has fewer shops and considerably less congestion.

Along the beach is a ½-mile-long (1-km-long) boardwalk with restaurants and several Wi-Fi hot spots.Wathey Square (pronounced watty) is in the heart of the village. Directly across from the square are the town hall and the courthouse, in a striking white building with cupola. The structure was built in 1793 and has served as the commander’s home, a fire station, a jail, and a post office. The streets surrounding the square are lined with hotels, duty-free shops, restaurants, and cafés. The Captain Hodge Pier, just off the square, is a good spot to view Great Bay and the beach that stretches alongside.

Day 11- Charlotte Amalie

Day 12- Puerto Plata

San Felipe de Puerto Plata is the capital of the Puerto Plata province on the Dominican Republic’s Atlantic north coast. The city is best known for its beaches. Playa Dorada’s lengthy beachfront is backed by resorts and an 18-hole golf course. The city’s old colonial-era center is dominated by the 16th-century Fortaleza San Felipe, a Spanish fortress that now houses historical and military artifacts.

Day 13-Day at sea

Day 14- Fort Lauderdale/Transfer/Hotel

Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club, Autograph Collection

This elegant Art Deco-style hotel is conveniently situated in Mid-Beach in an oceanfront position alongside the beautiful white sandy beach. The Bass Museum of Art is within walking distance, South Beach with its famous Art Deco District, Ocean Drive with its multitude of restaurants and shops, New World Symphony, the historic Jackie Gleason Theater and Lincoln Road Mall are within easy reach.

Day 15- Departure

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