Daily Itinerary — Celebrity Eclipse Caribbean

Flights (Delta) — MCI ⇄ FLL

Times from your booking; gates often stay TBD until check-in. Fare: Main Basic (E).

Outbound — Sat Mar 28, 2026

Total trip time: 4 hr 43 min

Segment	Route	Flight / aircraft	When
1	Kansas City, MO (MCI) → Atlanta (ATL)	DL1204 · Boeing 737-900	Departs 5:54 AM · Terminal/gate TBD
Layover	Atlanta (ATL)	—	42 min
2	Atlanta (ATL) → Fort Lauderdale, FL (FLL)	DL1271 · Airbus A321	Arrives 11:37 AM · Terminal 2 (gate TBD)

Return — Sun Apr 5, 2026

Total trip time: 5 hr 52 min · connection requires plane change in Atlanta

Segment	Route	Flight / aircraft	When
1	Fort Lauderdale, FL (FLL) → Atlanta (ATL)	DL1271 · Airbus A321	Departs 12:42 PM · Terminal 2 (gate TBD)
Layover	Atlanta (ATL) — change planes	—	1 hr 46 min
2	Atlanta (ATL) → Kansas City, MO (MCI)	DL1470 · Boeing 737-900	Arrives 5:34 PM

After disembarkation on Apr 5, allow time for customs, Uber to FLL, and TSA — your flight is early afternoon, so you have a comfortable buffer if the ship arrives on time.

Day 1 · Embark

Fort Lauderdale

Sat Mar 28 · Land FLL ~11:37 AM · Ship departs ~3:30 PM

Flights in (see Flights)

DL1204 MCI → ATL, 5:54 AM
DL1271 ATL → FLL, arrive 11:37 AM (T2)

Ground: Uber + Publix

Plan: FLL → Uber to your Publix (wine + soda for the cabin) → Uber to Port Everglades cruise terminal.
Drive times: about 15 minutes from the airport to this Publix, then about 15 minutes from Publix to the port (add a few minutes if traffic is heavy).
Keep boarding pass / ID handy; rolling bag makes the store stop easier.

Morning — land FLL, stock up, head to port

~11:37 AM — Scheduled arrival T2. Deplane, restroom, baggage claim if you checked bags.
~11:50 AM–12:10 PM — Curbside: order Uber to Publix (confirm pin at T2 ride-share zone).
~15 min ride — Airport → Publix.
~12:15–12:50 PM — Publix: wine, soda, any mixers/snacks allowed by Celebrity’s beverage policy; use self-checkout if lines are long.
~15 min ride — Publix → Port Everglades (set destination to your ship’s terminal if the app offers it).
~1:00–2:30 PM — Cruise terminal: drop bags with porters, check-in, security. (Adjust if your flight is late — you still have plenty of margin before 3:30 PM sail.)

These middle times are estimates; adjust on the day. Goal: at the terminal with time to spare before all-aboard.

Mid-afternoon — onboard

Board, drop carry-ons, Muster drill when announced; link ship Wi‑Fi if purchased; screenshot daily planner.
Stow Publix drinks per cabin rules; unpack basics.
Lunch:Oceanview Café (buffet) is still open when you’re ready, eat there — easy first meal on the ship. If you’ve already eaten or it’s closed, grab a light bite at Café al Bacio or wait for dinner.

Late afternoon — sail-away

Find a rail spot for departure; Café al Bacio or pool bar for a sail-away drink.

Evening

Dinner: Main dining room at 8:30 PM
Finish unpacking if needed, charging station, turn in early — easier first sea day tomorrow.

Must try First evening gelato or dessert walk — sets the “we’re on vacation” tone without a heavy commitment.

Day 2 · Sea

First sea day

Sun Mar 29

Morning

Breakfast: Oceanview Café (buffet).
Pool or Solarium chairs before peak sun.

Afternoon

Lunch: Oceanview Café (buffet).
Pool games, reading block, or deck walk.
Visit Guest Relations only if you need fixes — mid-afternoon lines are shorter.

Evening

Dinner: Main dining at 8:30 PM.
Main production show or live music; late snack at buffet if hungry.

Must try One specialty coffee mid-afternoon — good reset between sun and dinner.

Day 3 · Sea

Second sea day

Mon Mar 30

Morning

Breakfast: Oceanview Café (buffet).
Pool or Solarium chairs before peak sun.

Afternoon

Lunch: Oceanview Café (buffet).
Pool games, reading block, or deck walk.
Review St. Kitts & Antigua taxi/beach plans; save offline maps for tomorrow’s port.
Withdraw small bills if you use cash for tips ashore.

Evening

Dinner: Main dining at 8:30 PM.
Main production show or live music; late snack at buffet if hungry.

DIY prep Screenshot “Port Zante” and “South Friars” or “Cockleshell” directions so you’re not deciding on ship Wi‑Fi at the gangway.

Day 4 · Port

Basseterre, St. Kitts

Tue Mar 31 · Port window 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Docked

Booked excursion

Tour: Capital and Beach Extravaganza (4 hours approx.)
Start time: 9:00 AM
Walk: around 5 minutes from ship to departure location

Meeting point details

Go to the Dock Arrival Hall.
Look for sign: ISLAND PARADISE TOURS / “Welcome to St. Kitts”.
Tour operator contact at desk/sign: Rosevelt (aka TEXAS).
If you do not see the sign, ask at the Information Desk for Island Paradise Tours / Rosevelt.

After excursion (flex block)

Expected finish around early afternoon based on 4-hour duration.
Return to the ship for lunch at Oceanview Café (buffet).
If you are up for it after lunch, go back out for a short walk around the port area.
Target back on ship with a solid buffer before 6:00 PM departure.

Sample schedule — booked excursion day

7:15–8:00 — Breakfast at Oceanview Café (buffet).
8:00–8:30 — Off ship, short walk to Arrival Hall, locate Island Paradise Tours sign.
9:00 — Excursion starts.
~1:00 PM — Excursion ends (approx; depends on day-of flow).
1:15–2:15 — Back to ship for lunch (buffet).
2:30–4:00 — Optional: head back out and walk around Port Zante.
By ~4:30 — Back onboard, reset before evening plans.

Must try Keep this one easy: buffet lunch on return, then a cold drink if you head back into port. Shopping Port Zante crafts if time and energy allow.

Port Zante South Friars Bay Cockleshell Bay Brimstone Hill

Day 5 · Port

St. John’s, Antigua

Wed Apr 1 · Port window 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Docked · short day — plan tight

Must see

Dickenson Bay or Fort James Beach — classic turquoise water (pick one; don’t split the day).
Redcliffe Quay — pastel buildings, boutiques; pair with Heritage Quay duty-free if you shop.

DIY — beach + town

Early taxi to beach (beat heat + crowds); 2–3 hours swim.
Return to port area by early afternoon for Redcliffe/Heritage Quay before last-minute rush.
All-aboard is early — leave town with a fat buffer.

Excursion-style (if you prefer structure)

Ship’s “best beaches” or circumnavigation tours — good if you want multiple stops without driving stress.
Shirley Heights is iconic for sunset views; on a short call it’s usually half-day — only if it fits your window.

Sample schedule

6:45–7:20 — Breakfast on the boat at Oceanview Café (buffet).
7:30–8:00 — First off; taxi to Dickenson Bay.
8:00–12:00 — Beach + lunch nearby.
12:30–2:30 — Redcliffe Quay walk, duty-free if needed.
2:45 — Heading toward ship.

Must try Black pineapple (if you spot it), rum cake samples, local hot sauce. Photo Redcliffe archways — quick win for the album.

Heritage Quay Redcliffe Quay Dickenson Bay

Day 6 · Port

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Thu Apr 2 · Port window 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Docked

Must see

Old San Juan — blue cobblestones, plazas, city walls.
One fort — Castillo San Felipe del Morro or San Cristóbal (both are strong; don’t sprint both if you want food time).

DIY — best value day

Walk or short ride from cruise area into Old San Juan (confirm pier vs. your ship’s dock in app).
Self-guided loop: Paseo de la Princesa → gates → lunch stop → one fort → coffee break.
Set phone alarm for return; traffic near port can bite.

Optional add-ons

Art galleries and boutiques on Calle Fortaleza.
Rum tasting in town if you skip heavy shopping.

Sample schedule

7:00–7:45 — Breakfast on the boat at Oceanview Café (buffet).
8:30–9:30 — Enter Old San Juan, photos on empty streets.
10:00–12:00 — Fort visit (sun exposure — hat, water).
12:30–2:00 — Sit-down lunch (mofongo, arroz con gandules, fresh juice).
2:30–4:00 — Shopping / second café; head back.

Must try Mofongo, Puerto Rican coffee, quesito or local pastry. Souvenir Good coffee beans, small art, or quality rum (mind airline rules).

Old San Juan El Morro Paseo de la Princesa

Day 7 · Port

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Fri Apr 3 · Port window 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Docked

Must see

City culture loop — Umbrella Street (Calle San Felipe), central park, malecón breeze.
Fort San Felipe — quick history fix with ocean views if open/time allows.

DIY — city day

From Taino Bay: regulated taxi zone — agree total fare upfront.
2–3 hour walking + taxi loop; local lunch away from only-port restaurants for better value.
Keep valuables minimal; stay aware in busy markets.

Alternative — beach escape

If you prefer sand over city, book a reputable beach transfer or ship excursion — DIY beach taxis vary; prioritize safety and fixed return time.

Sample schedule — city DIY

8:30–9:15 — Breakfast on the boat at Oceanview Café (buffet).
10:30–11:00 — Off ship, taxi to centro.
11:00–2:00 — Umbrella street, park, malecón photos, lunch.
2:30–4:30 — Souvenir shopping (amber/larimar — buy from reputable shops).
5:00 — Return path to ship.

Must try Mangú, sancocho, or fresh seafood; Dominican coffee and cacao nibs. Souvenir Larimar or amber from a trusted store — skip impulse beach vendors for jewelry.

Taino Bay Amber Cove Umbrella Street

Day 8 · Sea

Last full day at sea

Sat Apr 4

Morning

Breakfast: on the boat at Oceanview Café (buffet).
Final pool time or quiet deck morning.
Account review at Guest Services if something looks off.

Afternoon — pack smart

Pack bags per ship instructions; keep outfit + toiletries for morning.
Charge devices; photo backup.

Evening

Farewell dinner: main dining at 8:30 PM (or buffet); thank crew you liked.
Early-ish sleep — disembark morning comes fast.

Must try One “last night” dessert or cocktail you skipped earlier in the week.

Day 9 · Disembark

Fort Lauderdale → Kansas City

Sun Apr 5 · Ship ~7:00 AM · Flight FLL 12:42 PM

Flights home (see Flights)

DL1271 FLL → ATL, departs 12:42 PM · T2 · A321
DL1470 ATL → MCI, arrives 5:34 PM · 737-900
Atlanta layover 1 hr 46 min (plane change)

Ground: port → FLL

After customs, Uber/Lyft from Port Everglades to FLL Terminal 2 matches your Day 1 route: about 15 minutes to the airport; budget extra if traffic is heavy or at shift change.
For a 12:42 PM domestic flight, aim to be inside security by ~11:30 AM (adjust to your comfort and PreCheck).

Early morning — ship to shore

~7:00 AM — Scheduled ship arrival; follow your disembark group / self-assist timing from the app.
Breakfast on the boat: quick bite at Oceanview Café if time before your disembark window.
Walk off with documents; customs/immigration — passport ready.
Screenshot final onboard account while you still have ship Wi‑Fi.

Mid-morning — buffer or airport early

With a 12:42 PM flight you have hours after typical staggered walk-off (often ~8:00–10:00 AM depending on group). Options: sit-down breakfast in Fort Lauderdale, or straight to T2 and use terminal time to relax.
Uber to FLL T2; reconfirm gate on Delta app after security.

Afternoon — fly home

12:42 PM — Depart FLL on DL1271.
ATL connection — follow signs for DL1470 to MCI (plane change).
~5:34 PM — Land MCI; baggage claim if checked.

If disembarkation runs late, Delta rebooking options are easier the earlier you notice a conflict — keep the app notifications on.

Celebrity Eclipse — quick onboard rhythm

Mornings

Oceanview Café or dining room; Solarium if you want quieter adults-only vibe.

Sea-day lunch

Mix buffet + one made-to-order station; saves decision fatigue.

Evenings

Main dining at 8:30 PM; Oceanview for buffet or casual meals.

Pair with caribbean-cruise-guide-presentation.html for the interactive port tabs, spend tracker, and checklist.