YOU'LL NEVER SEE ALASKA THE SAME WAY AGAIN
New 2027 Sailings Are Here
YOUR HAPPY PLACES WERE BUILT FOR ALASKA
Discover our new 2027 Alaska season and experience The Last Frontier on ships designed—and redesigned—to give you a whole new point of view. Only on Celebrity Edge can you go whale watching from the Magic Carpet, enjoy the great outdoors from the great outdoors at the Rooftop Garden, and unwind on an Infinite Veranda that brings the Inside Passage right inside your room. Our Renewed Celebrity Solstice takes glacier gazing through the roof with top-deck views from new outdoor escapes like Sunset Park and The Retreat Sundeck. The entire ship has been made new again with all updated rooms and new restaurants, lounges, and entertainment unlike anything Alaska has seen. Whichever ship you choose, it’s clear Alaska has never looked better.
SEE MORE, DO MORE
Your experiences ashore will make your bucket list even longer. Wander through historic Gold Rush towns, dine on king crab right from the source, and extend your journey into the heart of Denali National Park and beyond with our immersive Alaska Cruisetours. Our 2027 Alaska sailings are now open for booking.
Stay tuned for more amazing destinations opening later this year.
CELEBRITY XCEL TAKES TO THE WAVES
It’s getting closer—can you feel the excitement? Celebrity Xcel, our next groundbreaking ship, completed sea trials on September 13th. Helmed by Captain ‘Kirk’ Kyriakos Matragkas, Celebrity Xcel completed a series of maneuverability skills designed to test the ship’s functional and operational capabilities near the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France, where the ship has been under construction.
Beginning in November, Celebrity Xcel will sail from Fort Lauderdale, offering seven-night itineraries alternating between The Bahamas, Mexico, Cayman Islands, and Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, and St. Maarten. In Summer 2026, Celebrity Xcel will go to Europe for the first time, where you’ll experience the Mediterranean like never before on seven- to 11-night journeys out of Barcelona and Athens, including all new overnight stays in Madeira, Portugal.
We can’t wait to welcome you on board the next evolution in vacationing.
CELEBRITY XCEL—GET READY FOR A DYNAMIC DUO
We’re making even more history on board Celebrity Xcel with our first-ever dual cruise directors. Meet Luigi De La Cruz and Shawna Hachey, two of the best in our fleet who are teaming up to bring their expertise to our newest ship.
MEET CELEBRITY XCEL’S CRUISE DIRECTORS
LUIGI DE LA CRUZ
Luigi was born and raised in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. He earned degrees in Hotel Management and International Relations, which is one reason he has such a great time with people from all over the world. Luigi joined our team in 2010 and has more than a decade of experience on the entertainment team. The past nine years he’s made his mark as Cruise Director across every ship series in the fleet. Luigi was honored to serve as the inaugural Cruise Director on both Celebrity Beyond and Celebrity Ascent, and he’s ready to take on his next assignment aboard Celebrity Xcel. But being at sea with us isn’t Luigi’s first love. When he’s not turning up the energy on board, he’s home doing the same with his wife and two boys.
SHAWNA HACHEY
Shawna was born and raised on the east coast of Canada. Her background in theater started behind the scenes as a “wardrobe mistress” for the musical Hairspray. She soon found herself drawn to the spotlight, and in 2009 she became part of the activities team with Celebrity. It wasn’t long until Shawna became Cruise Director—the youngest woman to achieve that honor in our history. Shawna has worked on nearly every ship in our fleet. She was chosen to host both the 2024 and 2025 President’s Cruise with Celebrity Cruises President Laura Bethge Hodges, which have been some of the proudest moments in her career. She hopes to see you on board, where she’ll definitely get you dancing. After all, that’s her superpower.
Luigi and Shawna will be together for Celebrity Xcel’s initial sailings, and then will share duties going forward. Check your future sailing to see which of our star cruise directors will be on board for your vacation.
Come up to Attic at The Club, where it’s game time anytime. The neon glow sets the scene for friendly competition. Whether you’re shooting pool, playing darts, or aiming for the top of the leaderboard on your favorite arcade classics, this is the place to get your game on. And if you’re looking for a space to call your own, look no further. The Annex is the perfect place for a private get-together. The virtual simulator lets you play your favorite sports—a game of baseball, soccer, or a round of golf on one of the world’s best courses. Rock out at a karaoke night. Settle in for a movie night, complete with popcorn. Or make it your own party lounge to celebrate a special occasion.
It’s part museum, part retail therapy, and totally Celebrity Cruises. The minute you step inside, you step into our story. Discover how we’ve been ruining all other vacations since 1988 with interactive experiences and curated exhibits. Start your own collection with one-of-a-kind Celebrity logo gear, Xcel exclusives, and vintage collectibles you won’t find anywhere else. Not even the internet. Plus, you can personalize your keepsakes and mark your place in history with us. After all, we wouldn’t be who we are without you.
Excited for the Renewed Celebrity Solstice? Get ready to discover two incredible new ways we’re changing your day-to-day experience on board this classic ship made new again. Your onboard time is going to change so much you’ll wish it took longer to get there.
BOULEVARD LOUNGE
Good times and glamorous vibes take center stage at Boulevard Lounge. From interactive daytime activities like new game shows and trivia to elevated evenings of candlelit concerts and dueling pianos, our cabaret-inspired lounge offers a dramatic new take on showtime anytime. Just steps away, pull up a seat at Boulevard Bar for handcrafted cocktails before or after the show—or both.
CRAFT SOCIAL
Our popular bar Craft Social has reached a whole new league on the Renewed Celebrity Solstice. It’s more than a sports bar. It’s a game bar where the action never stops. Whatever game you want to watch, it’s on. Whatever game you want to play, it’s here. The vibe feels exclusive, but all are welcome, and friendly competition is encouraged. Challenge friends to a round of billiards, darts, or your favorite throwback board game. We’ve got an entire library of them. So, grab a beer from our wide selection, pull up a seat, and don't forget to bring your A-game.
Be among the first to experience it all and book your sailing on the Renewed Celebrity Solstice today.
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU
Do you have a story from a Celebrity sailing you’d like to share? Tell us about your special sailings, celebrations, excursions, and moments, and what made them unforgettable, and if selected, you’ll be featured in a future Captain’s Club newsletter. Just fill out the survey linked below and tell us what made your cruise the best. We can’t wait to read the responses.
