CruiseDayGuide
PortMiami — your cruise day plan
Celebrity Xcel · Sunday, November 8, 2026
2 ADULTS
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01 · TERMINAL
Terminal E (Carnival, Holland America, Princess)
1265 N Cruise Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
Drop-off: Follow signs to Terminal E — it shares facilities with Terminal D for Carnival, Holland America, Princess, and P&O cruises. Drop off luggage with curbside porters (tip $2-3 per bag), then follow signs to your cruise line's check-in area.
PARKING
PortMiami assigns Terminal E to Surface Lot E; it and Garage D are $10/day short-term, $25/day for cruises. Lot E also holds the port's oversized spaces (RVs, trailers) at special rates — call 305-960-5463 for assistance.
Sails 4:30 PM · Official schedule · Verified Sep 23, 2026
02 · BOARD
Boarding: Celebrity online check-in typically opens about 45 days before sailing in the Celebrity app, and you pick an arrival time as part of completing it. Earlier arrival times typically go first, so check in as soon as it opens if you want to board early.
- □ Keep your ID, boarding documents, and medication in your carry-on Checked bags may not reach your cabin until later in the day.
- □ Use the arrival time printed in your boarding documents Your cruise line's current documents are the source of truth for check-in.
- □ Keep one small day bag with anything you need before your cabin is ready You may board before cabins and checked luggage are available.