For the inaugural summer season, the Celebrity Edge, a ship famed for its innovative outward-facing design, is now making its way through the stunning landscapes of Alaska. This remarkable vessel sets sail from Seattle on its first-ever roundtrip voyage, covering a seven-night journey to Dawes Glacier with stops in Juneau, Ketchikan, and Skagway. Its distinctive design promises passengers an unparalleled immersive experience, offering spectacular views of Alaska’s majestic glaciers.
“There’s no better way to see the pristine Alaskan wilderness than onboard Celebrity Edge, which was specifically designed to create a closer connection between guests and destinations” said Laura Hodges Bethge, President of Celebrity Cruises. “Our elevated vacation options are redefining travel, especially in this region.”
From May to September 2024, passengers aboard the Edge Series ship can savor the stunning Alaskan vistas right from their rooms. The ship features the groundbreaking Magic Carpet® – the world’s first cantilevered, floating platform at sea – which provides a novel space for dining, drinking, and connecting with the surroundings. Additionally, passengers can enjoy the Infinite Veranda® staterooms, where the barrier between interior and exterior melts away, bringing them directly to the water’s edge.
The Celebrity Edge will offer both roundtrip voyages from Seattle and one-way trips between Vancouver and Seattle, encompassing six and seven-night excursions. These journeys feature stops at top Alaskan destinations, offering encounters with local wildlife in Endicott Arm, visits to the “Salmon Capital of the World” in Ketchikan, and explorations of the state capital, Juneau, and historic Skagway, before cruising through the Inside Passage to Victoria and back to Seattle.
Onboard, guests can experience:
- Transformative accommodations, including the two-story Edge Villas with private plunge pools and staterooms outfitted with Infinite Verandas, blurring the lines between inside and outside.
- The Retreat, an exclusive haven for suite guests, complete with a private restaurant, lounge, and sundeck, supported by a dedicated team including butlers and concierges.
- An unmatched dining experience across 29 unique restaurants, bars, and lounges, featuring globally inspired menus by a Michelin-starred chef, linking the flavors of the world to the journey at sea.
- Unique, innovative spaces like The Magic Carpet and Eden, a three-level venue encased in glass, offering a blend of culinary and entertainment experiences with breathtaking views.
- The Grand Plaza, a spectacular three-story space inspired by Italian piazzas, hosting specialty restaurants, the popular Martini Bar, Cafe al Bacio, and the new Grand Plaza Cafe.
Throughout the 2024 summer season, Celebrity Edge, alongside Celebrity Summit® and Celebrity Solstice®, will provide 57 sailings featuring six to seven-night itineraries.
Community Impact:
Celebrity Cruises, a part of the Royal Caribbean Group, actively engages with Alaskan port communities through its Sea the Future initiative, which aims to sustain the planet, energize communities, and foster innovation responsibly. Highlights include:
- The Ketchikan Salmon Walk, developed in collaboration with the Tongass Historical Museum, which offers a new opportunity for guests to learn about salmon migration and life cycles along a two-mile educational walkway.
- A commitment to local sourcing, enhancing connections with Alaska businesses, providing guests access to locally owned products, and supporting the region’s economic vibrancy for an authentic Alaskan experience.
- The Sitka Sound Science Center’s Scientists in the Schools program, which partners local scientists with students to promote science education and appreciation throughout Sitka’s schools.
- A productive partnership with Voyij.com, a Skagway-based online marketplace that has generated significant sales for local Alaskan businesses and artists, facilitating connections between cruise passengers and local artisans.
Celebrity Cruises redefines luxury travel with its extensive fleet, visiting nearly 300 destinations across more than 70 countries on all seven continents. The cruise line masterfully blends the cozy, personalized service of smaller vessels with the vibrant, varied offerings of larger ships. Whether guests are looking to discover new parts of the world or simply escape daily life for a bit, Celebrity ensures every aspect of the journey surpasses expectations, making other forms of vacation pale in comparison. Celebrating over three decades as a trailblazer in the cruise industry, Celebrity Cruises consistently introduces groundbreaking experiences that are exclusive to its guests. The fleet continues to push the boundaries of what a cruise can offer, eagerly anticipating the launch of the state-of-the-art Celebrity Xcel in the fall of 2025.
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