‘Get Ready’ Series

Get Ready #1
for David Foster: The Hitman Cruise

This is the first in a series of helpful messages you’ll receive from us in the coming months, each one designed to guide you through the “Get Ready” steps for your upcoming sailing on David Foster: The Hitman Cruise ’26.

Though David Foster: The Hitman Cruise '26 sails in January, Embarkation Day comes quickly! Planning ahead will ensure a smooth and stress-free experience, and as always, Signature Cruise Experiences will be here to support you every step of the way.

We’re kicking things off with a few important tasks that may take some time to complete – like updating your Passport and Identification. Future messages will cover everything from excursions and dining to theme nights, programming highlights and artist-hosted events.

Ready to Get Ready? Follow our schedule and we promise that you will be more than ready to sail on David Foster: The Hitman Cruise '26.

Michael Lazaroff 
Executive Director, Signature Cruise Experiences 

Your Cruise Details

Sailing Dates: Thursday, January 15 - Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Ship: Celebrity Summit
Cruise Port: Port Everglades, 1850 Eller Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Itinerary:

Your Reservation Information

Please review each component of your reservation carefully to ensure its accuracy and completeness.

• Guest Name(s): See Your Reservation
• Shirt Size(s): See Your Reservation
• Stateroom Category: See Your Reservation
• Stateroom Number: See Your Reservation
• Main Show Seating: See Your Reservation
• Signature Cruise Experiences' Reservation Number: See Your Reservation

Tasks Requiring Immediate Response

Below are tasks that may require either prompt attention or some lead time in completing. The sooner you address these items, the easier it will be to complete them.

Passports or Government-Issued IDs

Please confirm that the first and last names on your passport or government-issued ID match the first and last names on your cruise reservation to ensure that you will be permitted to board the ship. It is your responsibility to identify and obtain all required travel documents and have them available when necessary.

SIGNATURE CRUISE EXPERIENCES HIGHLY RECOMMENDS U.S. CITIZENS TRAVEL WITH A VALID PASSPORT. Click here to view the complete list of required travel documents for U.S. and Non-U.S. citizens.

Review Your Shirt Size

Your complimentary cruise T-shirt will be available on the ship. Please verify the size(s) we have included in your reservation (listed above). If you desire to modify any of the sizes listed, please email us at info@scecruises.com. Any changes or modifications must be submitted to us no later than Friday, August 15, 2025.

Planning Your Trip

If you have not already planned your arrival into the Ft. Lauderdale area, now is the time to start preparing. We highly recommend that guests arrive the day prior to embarkation in order to alleviate stress from any potential travel delays or issues.

Embarkation Day – Thursday, January 15, 2026
Embarkation typically begins at 11:30 AM, with all guests required to be on board by 3:00 PM. During the Online Check-In process (available starting 45 days before sailing), Celebrity Cruises will prompt you to select a Terminal Arrival Time in 30-minute windows. To help ensure a smooth and efficient boarding experience, guests must arrive at the terminal within their selected time slot.

Disembarkation – Tuesday, January 20, 2026 
The ship is scheduled to return to port by 7:00 AM. Please note that clearing Customs and Immigration can vary in timing, making it difficult to predict your exact departure time from the terminal.

If you're comfortable carrying your own luggage off the ship, you may be able to disembark as early as 7:30 AM, assuming operations proceed smoothly. However, to allow ample time, we recommend scheduling return flights no earlier than 12:00PM from Ft. Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) or 1:00PM from Miami International Airport (MIA).

Plan Your Stay

If you're considering an overnight stay before or after the cruise, Signature Cruise Experiences has curated a list of hotels at various price points and locations for your convenience. Please contact hotels directly to inquire about shuttle service to and from the airport or cruise port.

EXPLORE PRE-CRUISE HOTEL OPTIONS

More information/recommendations for Planning Your Trip can be found here.

Coming Soon -
Celebrity Cruises' Pre-Cruise Planner

Many Signature Cruise Experiences guests choose to pre-purchase items such as Internet Plans, Beverage Packages, Shore Excursions, Specialty Dining, Spa Treatments, Photo Packages, and more before boarding the ship.

While these items can be purchased on board, there is no central location to do so, which often means standing in multiple lines across the ship.

To save time—and often money—most guests use Celebrity Cruises’ Pre-Cruise Planner, an online platform that allows you to make these purchases from home, typically at lower prices than those offered on board.

You’ll receive your Celebrity Cruises’ Reservation Number from us in the coming months, which is all you’ll need to access the Pre-Cruise Planner and begin customizing your experience in advance.

Stay Tuned

More information on David Foster: The Hitman Cruise ’26 is coming your way in the weeks and months ahead. We will discuss how to board the ship, pre-cruise purchases, dining options onboard, Theme Nights, showtimes, and much, much more. In the meantime, we highly suggest reviewing our Booked Guest portal on the website.

Welcome aboard!