'Get Ready' Series - David Foster-The Hit Man Cruise

7.21.25 - Get Ready #1

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:

DATE	DAY	PORT OF CALL	ARRIVE	DEPART
01.15.26	THU	Ft. Lauderdale, FL		4:00 PM
01.16.26	FRI	Key West, FL	8:00 AM	4:00 PM
01.17.26	SAT	At Sea
01.18.26	SUN	Nassau	8:00 AM	11:00 PM
01.19.26	MON	At Sea
01.20.26	TUE	Ft. Lauderdale, FL	7:00 AM

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!

10.20.25 Get Ready #2

Get Ready #2
for David Foster: The Hitman Cruise

David Foster: The Hitman Cruise sets sail in less than 3 months—and trust us, Embarkation Day comes quickly! Our Get Ready process began this summer with the first letter to you in the Get Ready series. If you missed it, a copy is available anytime on the David Foster: The Hitman Cruise website in the Booked Guests portal.

This second letter includes your Celebrity Cruises Reservation Number, which gives you access to Celebrity Cruises' Pre-Cruise Planner. Through this portal, you can make purchases and reservations you’ll enjoy once onboard. Taking care of these items now not only saves time at the pier but may also save you money.

Please remember:

Your Celebrity Cruises Reservation Number is your key to managing your cruise experience with the ship (Celebrity Summit).

Your Signature Cruise Experiences Reservation Number is your reference when contacting our office. This number connects to your stateroom selection, payment plan, dining/show preferences, and all the music and entertainment programming we produce.

And now for the fun part—let's talk music! This letter gives you a sneak peek into the incredible music experiences waiting for you onboard David Foster: The Hitman Cruise.

We’re ready to get you ready—and hope this letter provides you with what you need to know about showtimes, music events and more. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at 888.381.4420 or info@scecruises.com. It’s our job (and our pleasure) to make your cruise amazing.

Michael Lazaroff
Executive Director, Signature Cruise Experiences

Your Celebrity Cruises Reservation Number

GUEST NAME(S): See Reservation
CELEBRITY CRUISES' RESERVATION NUMBER: See Reservation
MAIN SHOW SEATING: See Reservation

With your Celebrity Cruises Reservation Number now issued for David Foster: The Hitman Cruise, you can begin planning your onboard experience before you even set foot on the ship. Through Celebrity Cruises’ Pre-Cruise Planner, guests may purchase Beverage and Wi-Fi Packages, Specialty Dining Reservations, Shore Excursions, Spa Treatments, Photo Packages and more.

Get Started With Your
Celebrity Cruises' Pre-Cruise Planner

CLICK HERE to log in with your Celebrity Cruises username and password.
- Select Sign In if you have previously utilized Celebrity Cruises' Pre-Cruise Planner to check-in online for a previous sailing.
- Forgot your password? Click “Forgot password?” to reset.
- New to Celebrity Cruises? Click “Create an account” and follow the prompts.
Enter your Celebrity Cruises' Reservation Number (listed above).
Under David Foster: The Hitman Cruise from your upcoming cruises, click 'Plan My Cruise' to view and begin your Pre-Cruise planning.

Your Celebrity Cruises’ Reservation Number is also needed to complete your online check-in procedure which will be available 45 days prior to sailing. We will notify you when the Celebrity Cruises' online check-in process opens.

CELEBRITY'S PRE-CRUISE PLANNER

Special Discounts for
Signature Cruise Experiences Guests

Signature Cruise Experiences and Celebrity Cruises have worked together to offer special discounts on Beverage and Wi-Fi Packages for those guests who complete their purchases BEFORE sailing. These discounts (noted below) will expire on January 12, 2026, and require no special procedure as they are loaded into Celebrity Cruises' Pre-Cruise Planner.

These packages will also be available to purchase onboard the cruise, however prices may be higher and completing the process will take time away from your vacation. SCE highly recommends completing this process now so that you can relax and enjoy music without missing a beat.

Questions About Your Celebrity Cruises' Pre-Cruise Planner?

Celebrity Cruises has a dedicated charter team for charter cruises. They can assist with any questions that you might have while using the Pre-Cruise Planner. You can reach them by phone at 844.278.9746.

Showtime Information

We’re excited to share how music and entertainment will be presented aboard David Foster: The Hitman Cruise '26. You’ll enjoy performances in two different formats: Main Shows and Festival-Style Shows.

Main Shows in The Theatre

Two Main Shows Each Night. Each night there will be two Main Shows presented in The Theatre. That venue comfortably holds 50% of our guests, so Guests are divided into two groups for attending the Main Shows. Guests with BLUE Cruise Identification Cards (BLUE Guests) will attend the 1st Main Show, which usually starts around 5:30/6:00 PM each night. Guests with RED Cruise Identification Cards (RED Guests) will attend the 2nd Main Show, which usually starts around 8:45/9:00 PM each night.
BLUE or RED. The election of being a RED Guest or a BLUE Guest was made by the Guest upon completing their reservation and is reflected in either a BLUE or RED background on their Cruise Identification Card.
Dinner. The Main Show Schedule is meant to be coordinated with the evening dining schedule. BLUE Guests usually dine after their Main Show and RED Guests typically dine before their Main Show.
Main Show. Every Main Show is performed twice, once for BLUE Guests and once for RED Each Guest will be able to see all five Main Shows.
Seating Procedure for Main Shows. The general rule for seating is first-come, first-served. To provide fair, safe, and equal access to the events, we do have rules and procedures that all Guests must follow regarding entering The Theatre, saving seats, remaining in your seat for subsequent shows and other similar issues. As we approach the sailing date for David Foster: The Hitman Cruise, we will share with you those rules and procedures.

[Please Note: Guests who qualify for Reserved Seating will receive separate correspondence with more information in the coming weeks.]

Festival-Style Shows & Events

Multiple Venues. David Foster: The Hitman Cruise features music, interviews, parties, and other events in several locations across the ship, including the Sky Lounge, Rendezvous Lounge, Pool Area, and Foyer. Each evening—and on afternoons during Days at Sea—the Cosmopolitan Restaurant is transformed into a cabaret-style club and event center.
Festival Style. Except for Main Shows, all concerts, interviews and other events—including those in The Theatre—are presented “festival style,” meaning multiple programs may occur at the same time. Guests may attend as many or as few as they wish.
Seating Procedure for all Non-Main Shows. The BLUE Guest and RED Guest Show Seating designations apply only to Main Shows. All other events are open to everyone, with seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. Specific seating guidelines will be shared closer to sailing.

First-Class Sound & Production

Since our first sailing in 2001, Signature Cruise Experiences has invested in top-tier equipment and an expert technical team, led by Production Manager, Brian Rachko, to ensure every performance sounds its very best.

Recording of Shows

Flash photography and audio/video recording are strictly prohibited. Non-flash photos are permitted only if they do not obstruct views for other guests or disrupt the performance.

Engaging the Performers

A highlight of David Foster: The Hitman Cruise is the chance to meet and interact with our performers. They welcome conversation—just not immediately before or after a show, when they and our team need full access to the bandstand and venue to prepare for the next performance.

Sail with a Friend, Earn Some Rewards!

A truly unforgettable experience becomes even more extraordinary when shared. Invite friends to join you aboard David Foster: The Hitman Cruise as part of our Bring a Friend Program and both you and your guests will enjoy $250 in Onboard Credit to make your time at sea even more special.

Whether it’s dear friends you’ve traveled with for years or companions who share your passion for music and refined tastes, their company will make every moment onboard more memorable.

We Make it Easy

So, how do you take advantage of the Bring a Friend Program? Simply share your unique Referral Code and Referral Link with friends, and they’ll have an exclusive invitation to join you on this unforgettable sailing.

GUEST NAME: See Reservation
REFERRAL CODE: Call Our Office
REFERRAL LINK: Call Our Office

Once they complete a reservation, we will add a $250 Onboard Credit to each reservation. If you need assistance, we are here to help! We are available by phone at 888.381.4420 (U.S. & Canada) Monday-Thursday 10AM ET – 6PM ET and Friday 10AM ET – 5PM ET, or by email at info@scecruises.com.

Stay Tuned for More Cruise Information!

We will continue to provide you with more information to help you prepare for David Foster: The Hitman Cruise in the coming weeks and months. This will include everything from dining tips, how to board the ship, the daily performance schedule and much more. In the meantime, we highly suggest reviewing our Booked Guests portal on the website.