Lifestyle cruise · Apr 18 to 24, 2027
Bliss Celestial Cruise 2027 from Fort Lauderdale
Six-night lifestyle cruise from Fort Lauderdale on Celebrity Silhouette
Celestial is Bliss with a dressier, more glamorous streak: a six-night sail on Celebrity Silhouette with nearly 3,000 guests, two brand-new ports and a theme night for every evening from golden sunsets to leather-and-latex Dark Matter. It is long enough to settle in, meet people and still have energy left for the last night.
- Apr 18 to 24, 20276 nights
- Celebrity SilhouetteSails from Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Lifestyle cruiseHosted by Bliss Cruise
- From $3,800per couple
Who it's for
Couples aged 21 and over who want a longer lifestyle cruise with room to breathe: three sea days for pool parties, seminars and play, and two beach ports to recover in. It works for first-timers who prefer a longer runway and for repeat Bliss couples who like a polished ship and a costume-heavy calendar.
Highlights
Two new Bliss ports
Cabo Rojo in the Dominican Republic and Grand Turk in Turks & Caicos are both first-time ports for Bliss, which makes this sailing a genuine new itinerary even for veterans.
A theme night every evening
Golden Sunset, Starlit Soiree formal, Moonlit Glow in white and neon, Dark Matter Fetish, Metallic Meteor and Satin & Silk Sunrise give the week a clear arc.
Pool parties with big-name DJs
Clothing-optional pool parties run with world-class DJs on the sea days, plus a foam party among the signature events.
Playrooms at sea
Multiple adult play areas are set up on board, along with informal, no-pressure meet and greets and ice-breakers for couples who want an easy way in.
Expert-led workshops
Seminars on sexuality, relationships and kink are led by specialists, and some are open to every couple while others are restricted.
Silhouette's upscale ship
Specialty restaurants like Murano and Tuscan Grille, a full AquaSpa and the Persian Garden for Aqua Class guests give you a premium base between parties.
Itinerary and theme nights
| Day | Port | Plan |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1, Sun Apr 18 | Fort Lauderdale, Florida | Embark, sail away at 4pm |
| Day 2, Mon Apr 19 | At sea | Sea day |
| Day 3, Tue Apr 20 | Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic | In port 1pm to 8pm, a new Bliss port |
| Day 4, Wed Apr 21 | At sea | Sea day |
| Day 5, Thu Apr 22 | Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos | In port 8am to 5pm, a new Bliss port |
| Day 6, Fri Apr 23 | At sea | Sea day |
| Day 7, Sat Apr 24 | Fort Lauderdale, Florida | Arrive 7:30am, disembark |
- Sunday
Golden Sunset
Sail-away day. Gold, metallics and warm celestial tones.
- Monday
Starlit Soiree
Formal attire on the first sea day.
- Tuesday
Moonlit Glow Night
White with neon accents, after an afternoon call at Cabo Rojo.
- Wednesday
Dark Matter Fetish Night
Leather, lace, latex and celestial details on the second sea day.
- Thursday
Metallic Meteor
Bold metallics after a day in Grand Turk.
- Friday
Satin & Silk Sunrise
Satin, silk and pastels for the final night at sea.
What's included
Interior stateroom for two, based on $1,405 per person fare plus the $495 per person fee covering port charges, government taxes and prepaid gratuities. Suites carry a $595 per person fee.
Included
- Cruise fare for your cabin category, onboard dining and entertainment
- Prepaid gratuities, port charges and government taxes (covered by the per-person fee added to your invoice)
- Clothing-optional pools and hot tubs in designated areas
- Nightly themed parties, live entertainment and dancing into the early hours
- Meet and greets, ice-breakers and lifestyle seminars
- Adult play areas on board
- Bliss Loyalty Club membership from your first sailing
- Bliss App access for events, plans and connecting with other guests
Budget extra for
- Airfare and ground transportation to Fort Lauderdale
- Drink packages, onboard Wi-Fi, specialty dining and spa treatments (added through the cruise line once you have your reservation number)
- Shore excursions, including Bliss Signature excursions
- Travel insurance
Paying for it: A credit-card deposit secures the cabin. Guests can pay in full, make monthly payments handled by Bliss until final payment, or apply for Flex Pay monthly financing at checkout (minimum purchase $150, rates from 0% to 36% APR, subject to approval). Deposit amount and payment schedule are shown in the booking system for this sailing.
The ship: Celebrity Silhouette
Celebrity Silhouette is a Solstice-class ship delivered in 2011 and built in Germany at Meyer Werft, with room for close to 3,000 guests. The pool decks sit on Decks 12 and 14, there is a real-grass Lawn Club at the stern, and the main restaurants include the Oceanview Cafe, Main Dining Room, Tuscan Grille and Murano. Suite guests get The Retreat, though Sky Suites do not include the Retreat Lounge, and Aqua Class staterooms come with complimentary Persian Garden access and priority spa booking a month ahead.
Who goes and house rules
Who can go
Couples only, one man and one woman. A small number of single men or women may attend as part of a threesome.
Age
21+
Dress code
Clothing-optional on designated upper decks and pools while at sea, and at signature excursions in port. Dinner is resort casual or smart casual: no swimwear, tank tops or T-shirts in restaurants at dinner, and shorts only in the buffet. Formal night is optional.
Photos
No photos or video in clothing-optional areas, the playroom, workshops or during theme nights. Respect other guests' privacy everywhere else.
Single men
Not a singles event. All cabins require double occupancy, and a single who arrives unannounced at the dock can be refused boarding with no refund.
Insider tips
- Book the group-rate hotel by March 15, 2027. The Embassy Suites on 17th Street is the official pre-cruise base, and being near the port makes the day before sailing easy. Cancellations follow hotel penalties, so read the terms.
- Arrive a day early. Flying in the morning of a 4pm departure is a gamble, and the pre-cruise parties on a Bliss cruise are a big part of how couples get comfortable before boarding.
- Be realistic about costumes. Six theme nights with Starlit Soiree formal and a Dark Matter fetish night mean you need real packing room, and the dinner dress code (no jeans, no swimwear) still applies.
- Consider Aqua Class. The Persian Garden access and early spa booking pay off on a six-night sail with three sea days, and Aqua rooms are double occupancy only.
- Skip the cheapest veranda unless you can handle it. The V3 verandas have partially obstructed views, so if you want a balcony to enjoy, pick a better category.
- Plan for Cabo Rojo as an afternoon port. The ship arrives at 1pm and leaves at 8pm, so keep it simple, and book any beach excursion through the cruise line before you sail.
Getting there
The ship sails from Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, one of the easiest cruise ports in Florida to reach by air.
FLL, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International, about 3 miles from the port, roughly 10 minutes by car.
- Celebrity's home terminal at Port Everglades is Terminal 25, with Terminal 29 shared with other lines, so confirm your terminal in your cruise documents.
- Taxis from the airport run a flat rate to the port, and Uber and Lyft have sheltered pickup zones at both ends.
- Do not show up before 10:30am. Early check-in is not allowed, and boarding typically runs from 11am to 3pm.
- The official pre-cruise hotel is Embassy Suites Fort Lauderdale 17th Street at 1100 SE 17th Street, with a group rate from $259 per night valid April 14 to 18, 2027 if you book by March 15, 2027.
Questions people ask
Is the Bliss Celestial Cruise couples only?
Yes. Cabin rates assume one man and one woman, both 21 or older. A small number of single men or women may sail as part of a threesome, but it is not a singles cruise.
What ports does the Celestial Cruise visit?
It leaves Fort Lauderdale on Sunday, April 18, 2027, calls at Cabo Rojo in the Dominican Republic on Tuesday and Grand Turk in Turks & Caicos on Thursday, and returns to Fort Lauderdale on Saturday, April 24.
What ship is the Celestial Cruise on?
Celebrity Silhouette, a 2011-built Solstice-class ship that Bliss charters in full, with close to 3,000 guests.
What are the theme nights?
Golden Sunset, Starlit Soiree (formal), Moonlit Glow, Dark Matter Fetish, Metallic Meteor and Satin & Silk Sunrise, one for each night of the week.
Can I take photos on board?
Not in clothing-optional areas, the playroom, workshops or during theme nights. Elsewhere, respect other guests' privacy.
How does payment work?
A credit-card deposit holds your cabin. You can then pay in full, take monthly payments through Bliss, or apply for Flex Pay financing at checkout.
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Details checked October 12, 2026. Suggest an update