Xcel in the Date Night Stakes with Celebrity Cruises

Elevated Date Night on Celebrity Xcel. Photo: Celebrity Cruises

Date Night, All Day Long: Celebrity Xcel Brings Romance to New Heights

Couples’ escapes are about to get even more unforgettable with the launch of Celebrity Xcel – Celebrity Cruises’ most exciting ship to date. From sun-up to late into the night, the brand-new ‘Date Night, All Day Long’ concept means the romance never has to end.

Sailing from November 2025, Celebrity Xcel is ready to transform your idea of a perfect getaway. With the introduction of Celebrity’s first-ever boozy brunch, stunning al fresco dining, and the cruise line’s most expansive entertainment line-up yet, there’s no shortage of ways to reconnect, relax and celebrate love at sea.

Bora: Brunch, Bubbles and Coastal Vibes

Bringing a taste of the Mediterranean to the ocean waves, Xcel debuts Bora, an all-new rooftop restaurant designed for all-day date vibes.

By day, Bora’s lively, boozy brunch promises a feast for all the senses. Indulge in dishes like shakshuka eggs with coriander and sourdough, or a decadent croissant eggs benedict with lemon-scented salmon gravlax and ricotta spread. Of course, it wouldn’t be brunch without cocktails – and Bora’s over-the-top Bloody Mary bar is set to be the best at sea, with outrageous garnishes and upbeat live music from roving musicians.

As the sun sets, the space transforms into an intimate, romantic restaurant. Think seared branzino with garlic aioli, lamb tagine with saffron couscous, and fideos negros tostados with razor clams – all served under the stars, accompanied by Greek ballads and Italian love songs for a truly dreamy evening.

Non-Stop Entertainment and Party Vibes

Entertainment on Celebrity Xcel has a lot to offer. Photo: Celebrity Cruises

Celebrity Xcel doesn’t stop at dining when it comes to keeping couples entertained. Expect three brand-new theatre productions created by some of the world’s leading creative talents from stage, screen and music, featuring the cruise line’s largest-ever cast of singers, dancers, parkour artists and speciality performers. Cutting-edge technology, including kinetic lighting, lasers and a vast LED screen, ensures a dazzling, immersive experience.

When the curtain falls, the party is just getting started. After-dinner date options include:

Singing along with Celebrity’s resident Piano Bar entertainer
Immersive new interactive shows in The Club
A packed schedule of new dance parties, from retro 80’s nights to glitzy destination-themed festivals
A romantic candlelit concert under the stars

And if you’re looking for a truly electric night, the all-new Shine the Night party promises to light up your evening.

Dream Big: Become an Xcel Dream Maker

In a first for Celebrity Cruises, guests have the chance to shape the future of Xcel by joining the Dream Makers community. Dream Makers will get to test, try and vote on upcoming experiences – from picking the ship’s first headline performer to helping design the finishing touches on new parties and shows. Want to be part of it? Find out more here: Celebrity Dream Makers.

Sign up now at www.dreammakers.celebritycruises.com.

Celebrity Xcel: Sailing Soon

Celebrity Xcel launches in November 2025, with seven-night itineraries from Fort Lauderdale visiting the Bahamas, Mexico, Cayman Islands, Puerto Plata, St. Thomas and St. Maarten.

In summer 2026, Xcel will head to Europe for the first time, offering seven- to 11-night Mediterranean sailings from Barcelona and Athens – including brand-new overnight stays in breathtaking Madeira, Portugal.

Ready to upgrade your date nights? Find out more and book your unforgettable Celebrity Xcel experience at www.celebrity.com