The ship is an alternative to the line's larger ships, offering more personal attention afforded by its smaller size.

The ship currently sails to the Galápagos Islands, revisiting the ports of Charles Darwin.

The ship's shallow draft allows it to access ports in the region that larger cruise ships cannot visit.

On 5 November 2019, Celebrity Xpedition ran aground in the Galapagos Islands.

No passengers or crew were injured and no environmental damage was caused.