Raising the Bar - Celebrity Apex Brings Edge-Class Cruising to the UK

At an exclusive event this evening (1 November 2022), Celebrity Cruise Vice President & Managing Director, Europe, Middle East and Africa, Jo Rzymowska announced the exciting news that award-winning Celebrity Apex, the brand’s second Edge Class ship, is to Homeport in Southampton, U.K. from Spring 2024,

Celebrity Cruises Vice President & Managing Director of Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Jo Rzymowska stated:

“The UK has always been integral to the success of our brand, and homeporting Celebrity Apex from Southampton underlines our commitment to this market and is testament to the strength of local consumer demand, supported by our formidable travel partners. There is huge appetite from UK guests who share our curiosity for people, places and cultures, and our passion for opening up the world through a love of travel. I’m looking forward to welcoming even more of our guests on board Celebrity Apex when she raises the bar for cruising from Southampton in 2024.”

Lisa Lutoff Perlo, President & CEO of Celebrity Cruises said in a video message:

“This truly is an exciting moment for us. Having one of our award-winning Edge® Series ships sailing from Southampton will offer an experience like no other from the UK, connecting guests to the world around them through the innovative outward-facing design and visionary spaces these celebrated ships are known for.”

“Celebrity Cruises continues to redefine cruising, taking our guests to the world’s best places on the world’s best places.”

The first ever Edge Class ship to sail from Southampton, Celebrity Apex will spend her entire 2024 season in the UK, replacing much-loved Celebrity Silhouette, which will continue her European itineraries between May-October in the 2023 season. Celebrity Apex itineraries will include 4 to 13-night sailings between May and November 2024 to the Norwegian fjords and Arctic Circle, including the region’s capital, Tromsø, as well as Norway’s northern-most city, Honnigsvag. Celebrity Apex will also sail from Southampton to Ibiza and the Mediterranean.

Highlights of Celebrity Apex

• The Retreat, a suite-exclusive enclave with a private restaurant, lounge, and sundeck with pool.

• The Magic Carpet a distinctive tangerine-coloured cantilevered platform on the side of the ship, offering a different experience depending on what deck it’s on

• 29 dining and beverage venues including Craft Social Bar, offering 40 boutique beer selections

  • F45 fitness classes, Peloton bikes, and “Women in Wellness” onboard content.

    Find out more on Celebrity Cruises website: Raising the Bar