Best Christmas Cruises From Florida | Celebrity Cruises Ireland

Escape to the tropics this December with one of our relaxing Christmas cruises from Florida. Whether you have four days, a week, or even longer, a Christmas getaway to the sun-drenched Caribbean or the Bahamas will leave you refreshed and renewed.

Even in the balmy warmth of the tropics, your ship will be sparkling with Christmas decorations. You can enjoy caroling, Christmas-themed menus, and glittering festive entertainment. And of course, on Christmas Day, Santa will visit. So whether you’re dreaming of basking in the sunshine on Bimini, sipping rum punch in a beach bar in the Virgin Islands, or snorkeling over coral reefs in Bonaire, Celebrity has the perfect Christmas cruise for you.

Featured Ports of Call

St. Maarten

St. Maarten embraces Christmas with dazzling parades, nativity scenes, and Christmas displays in all the shops. Homes are decked out, and even the coconut palms are festooned with sparkling lights. Head for the wide sweep of Orient Beach or the pretty village of Grand Case where you can swim from the soft sand. Explore the island on a dune buggy safari or on two wheels, or admire the coastline and hills from a catamaran, Christmas cocktail in hand.

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Puerto Plata

You’ll soon be in a festive mood in Puerto Plata, where the whole historic center is glowing with lights at Christmas. Snap selfies in Pink Street and Umbrella Street and shop for amber jewelry, which makes a great holiday gift. Unwind on a gentle kayak journey through the mangroves, looking out for manatees. Join a safari to a coffee and chocolate plantation, or simply work on your winter tan on the glorious golden sands of Playa Dorada.

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San Juan

Puerto Rico loves to party, and Christmas is no exception. You’ll find Christmas trees draped in colorful lights, nativity scenes, and buzzing food stalls. There’s music everywhere; a local tradition is singing parrandas, or carols, with guitars and maracas. Explore the colorful streets of Old San Juan and then snorkel among tropical fish and sea turtles in Escambrón Marine Park. Celebrate the season with a chilled coquito, a festive shot of condensed milk, coconut, and rum.

See San Juan Port Guide