Cruise news

One of the most innovative ships on the oceans will be homeporting in Southampton in summer 2024.

The design-focused 2,910 passenger Celebrity Apex, the second ship in the line’s Edge Series with Kelly Hoppen interiors, will offer no-fly four to 13-night sailings from May to November. Diverse destinations will range from the Arctic Circle to the Mediterranean beaches of Ibiza.

Innovations on board 129,500 gross tonnage

Apex include the Magic Carpet, a cantilevered platform that transforms from tender boarding to an alfresco lounge 13 decks up.

Passengers will be able to enjoy 29 food and drink venues including the new Craft Social Bar, offering 40 boutique beers, creative cocktails and gourmet bar bites and a la carte restaurants with global menus from Michelin-starred chefs.

Shoppers can browse 7,000 sq ft of retail space featuring luxury brands, while wellness includes F45 workout classes and Peloton bikes.

Celebrity Cruises’ European chief Jo Rzymowska said: ‘’There is huge appetite from UK guests who share our passion for opening up the world.”

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