Globally renowned for pioneering new-luxury travel at sea, Celebrity Cruises has announced plans for its revolutionary Celebrity Edge to debut Down Under for the 2023/24 season.

The brand’s signature Edge Series ship will offer an array of 6- to 13-night itineraries from early December 2023 through to April 2024, designed to immerse guests in the spoils of the stunning coastlines of Australia and  neighbouring New Zealand, along with the tropical South Pacific.

Reigniting guests’ wanderlust to see the world again, guests will be able  to select from 12 bespoke itineraries visiting an impressive collection of 22 ports with departures from both Sydney and Auckland.

Named ‘one of the world’s greatest places’ by Time Magazine, Celebrity Edge is widely regarded as the most innovative cruise ship on earth.  The ship’s onboard experience stands apart from anything else at sea, creating an exciting modern cruising experience with its contemporary interior and unique outward-facing design offering guests unparalleled views of the sea and the destinations visited.

“Our new advertising campaign poses a question, ‘isn’t it time?’ to treat ourselves and to get out and experience the world, again. There’s no better way to experience this amazing part of the world than on our award-winning, transformational Celebrity Edge,” said Celebrity Cruises President & CEO Lisa Lutoff-Perlo.

“She’s a luxury boutique hotel, Michelin-quality dining, a luxurious spa retreat with the world at your service. We are so excited to offer such a truly special vacation experience Down Under”.

Some of the remarkable features guests of Celebrity Edge can look forward to include:

• The exclusive The Retreat® with its private restaurant, and exclusive lounge and  sundeck available to all suite guests. In addition, a dedicated team of hosts and  concierges on-hand 24/7, ensures everything is taken care  of while on holiday.
• Transformational accommodations, from modern two-storey villas with plunge pools to staterooms with Infinite Verandas®, that blur the boundaries between indoor and  outdoor living, all carefully curated and  designed by the award-winning British designer Kelly Hoppen CBE and  featuring Celebrity’s signature eXhale® bedding.
• The Magic Carpet®, soaring cantilevered above the sea and  offering guests uninterrupted vistas while sipping cocktails or having dinner.
• An unrivaled culinary repertoire of 29 distinct restaurants, bars, and lounges connecting guests to the destinations they will visit like never  before. Globally-inspired menus crafted by a Michelin-star chef  bring the flavours of the world straight to the plate, providing an epicurean journey unmatched at sea.
• Eden, spanning three decks  and  featuring more outward-facing glass  than any other room at sea, offers  a multi-sensory fusion of one-of-a-kind culinary and  entertainment experiences.
• Wellness woven in throughout the ship experience including: The Spa, a sprawling 22,000 sq. ft. wellness destination offering more than 120 treatments, many inspired by the destinations the ship visits; the SEA Thermal Suite featuring eight distinct rooms including a steam room, float room, salt room, and heated tile loungers, among others; beauty and fitness experiences never  before offered at sea including a Kerastase Salon; Peloton bikes and  F45 Training.

Highlights of Celebrity Cruises’ upcoming 2023/24 season Down Under include:

• Uniquely themed itineraries including ‘Sun and Beach  Escapes’, ‘Food and  Wine Classics’, and  ‘Five Star Getaways’, providing deeper immersion into the region’s unique culture, brought to life through enhanced onboard and  shoreside programming.
• Overnight opportunities in Cairns, Australia; Auckland, New Zealand; and Hobart, Tasmania, for guests to take in more of the wonders of the magnificent surroundings.
• A new port visiting the scenic Kangaroo Island, one of Australia’s most vibrant nature reserves.
• Every New Zealand sailing exploring both the North and South islands of this incredibly scenic country;
• A sun-filled South Pacific itinerary transporting guests to some of the world’s most beautiful islands – New Caledonia, Vanuatu and  Mystery Island.

Healthy At Sea
Celebrity Cruises  has established new health and  safety measures in accordance with guidance from public health authorities, government agencies, and  its own team of health and safety experts to provide guests with the peace of mind to fully enjoy  their voyage.

All Celebrity ships now sail with a COVID-19 vaccinated crew and require all vaccine-eligible guests to also be vaccinated.

Guests are encouraged to review the new health and  safety measures in place across the entire Celebrity Cruises holiday experience at celebritycruises.com/au/healthy-at-sea.

Every Luxury Covered
Simplifying the luxury holiday experience, wi-fi, drinks, and  service charges are now ‘Always IncludedSM’ on every Celebrity cruise.

Celebrity Edge 23/24 sailings open for bookings to Captain’s Club members from 13 October, 2021 and to the general public on 15 October, 2021. For more information visit https://www.celebritycruises.com/au/

SOURCE: Celebrity Cruises