Get merry at sea this holiday season, leaving every stress behind. Celebrity Cruises® fulfills all your Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah and New Year’s Eve expectations on board, so you can focus on getting into the spirit. Indulge in holiday meals full of your favorite dishes while they deck the halls with sparkle and shine. New Year’s Eve is even more exciting when you can enjoy a ship-wide gala with a Champagne toast as the clock strikes midnight.

You can have your favorite Thanksgiving meal onboard Celebrity.
Thanksgiving Cruises
Whether or not you think Thanksgiving tops Christmas as the best holiday, we can all agree on one thing — it’s a win when you don’t have to nail the perfect turkey! On Celebrity Cruises, enjoy all the perks of the holiday without any of the stress. Before the big day, lounge by the indoor, adults-only pool of the Solarium or spend time in the chaos at the kid-friendly outdoor pool. Then on the big day, head to a feast on international waters. After enjoying all the trimmings your tastebuds could desire, spend the evening drinking a cold one and watching your favorite football teams duke it out.
Onboard Holiday Offerings:
- Classic holiday movies available at the Rooftop Garden, Lawn Club, Rooftop Terrace, Celebrity Central TV or on your stateroom TV
- Football games broadcast throughout Thanksgiving Day

Revel in holiday surprises all over the ship.
Hanukkah Cruises
The Jewish Festival of Lights is full of life, laughter and traditional Jewish foods. Celebrate Hanukkah with family and friends aboard Celebrity Cruises, where the menorah will be ceremonially lit each night, and the chef makes traditional favorites like latkes (potato pancakes) and sufganiyot (jelly doughnuts). Celebrity hosts traditional ceremonies, Hanukkah services and fun crafts for the kids.
Onboard Holiday Offerings:
- Rabbi-led daily services during Hannukah, which conclude with the group lighting the next “candle” bulb together on the menorah
- Holiday background music on all ships

It wouldn't be the holidays without a Gingerbread Winter Wonderland Village.
Christmas Cruises
Spend an unforgettable vacation on one of Celebrity’s Christmas cruises, where you’ll enjoy the spirit of the season while sailing to some of the most spectacular destinations around the world. Feast on traditional meals designed by a chef — without worrying about any of the prep or cleanup. Marvel at the festive decorations, like Christmas trees covered in trimmings and tinsel that will make you feel right at home. Sing along with carolers, watch holiday-themed shows at The Theatre and welcome Santa on board as he pays a special visit to all the lucky kids spending Christmas at sea.
Onboard Holiday Offerings:
- Gingerbread Winter Wonderland villages created by the culinary team
- Santa’s grotto and Christmas parade on Christmas Day

Ring in the New Year aboard a Celebrity Cruise!
New Year’s Eve Cruises
Start your new year with a bang on an unforgettable New Year’s cruise, where the only thing you’ll need to lift is a glass of bubbly! Skip the stress of party planning and let Celebrity handle the details while you focus on toasting, dining and dancing with your nearest and dearest.
As the clock strikes midnight, enjoy a complimentary glass of Champagne, party favors and a celebration you won’t forget. Join the ultimate countdown bash, complete with a live band, noisemakers and your loved ones by your side. “Auld Lang Syne” hits different when you’re under the stars in the middle of the ocean, Champagne in hand, and not a care in the world!
Onboard Holiday Offerings:
- New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day culinary enhancements in Oceanview Cafe
- Seasonal gelato flavors in the Gelateria, including peppermint and eggnog
Spend festive days discovering sunny Caribbean beaches, bustling Asian destinations, stunning European landscapes and the natural wonders of the Galapagos and the land Down Under with help from our travel agency.
