With the highly anticipated christening of Celebrity Apex (March 30, 2020), Celebrity Cruises will take another step forward in its innovative Edge series, which began in 2018 with the debut of Celebrity Edge. Celebrity Apex elevates modern cruising to a new level, incorporating the latest culinary trends, spa and wellness treatments, and top-tier entertainment offerings.
Celebrity Edge, an industry leader and the first of its kind, has received more than 50 awards and was recognized as one of the World's Greatest Places in 2019 by TIME magazine. It impressed the world with its innovative exterior design and visionary spaces, created by internationally renowned designers including Kelly Hoppen, MBE (accommodation and suites); Tom Wright of WKK (ship exterior and open decks); Patricia Urquiola (interior design of Eden and The Club); Scott Butler, AIA (architect of Eden and The Theatre); and Jouin Manku (Grand Plaza), among others.
Celebrity Apex embodies the revolutionary look of its sister ship with such distinctive features as the Magic Carpet, which invites passengers to dine, drink, and soar above the sea to Deck 16; The Retreat, the exclusive experience for all suite guests; expanded staterooms with Infinite Verandas; relaxing indoor and outdoor gardens; magnificent two-story Edge Villas with their own terrace and private pool; and upscale spaces in the public areas, maintaining the contemporary design elements for which the Edge series is known.
In addition, Celebrity Apex includes new experiences and luxury features that make it the "it" ship of the industry. These include:
- New venues and culinary menus.
- New firsts in beauty, fitness and wellness.
- State-of-the-art technology at The Theatre for the production of three new shows that will captivate audiences.
- New experiences in Eden, transforming the stunning place with endless sensations.
“Celebrity Edge changed the cruise industry and raised the bar for modern luxury vacations,” said Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, president and CEO of Celebrity Cruises. “Celebrity Apex, the second ship in our groundbreaking Edge series, takes it even further. It elevates every onboard experience to its absolute maximum.”
Culinary offerings:
Recognized as the industry's leading culinary brand, Celebrity Cruises will further enhance its dining experience on the Celebrity Apex with new concepts, delicacies, and menu offerings from Michelin-starred Chef Cornelius Gallagher. Of particular note:
- Craft Social Bar: a casual and relaxed space offering cocktails, wines on tap, and over 50 types of craft beers from around the world, served by a certified beer sommelier. The menu will feature contemporary comfort food such as macaroni and brie, Kobe beef, crispy chicken, and charcuterie boards. Large-screen TVs will also broadcast live sporting events.
- A new 3D digital animation dining experience awaits at Le Grand Bistro. Celebrity Edge was the first ship to offer a digitally animated menu at sea, created by Le Petit Chef, and now it will offer a new story on Celebrity Apex, enhanced with new menu creations from Chef Gallagher. It's a true fusion of food and entertainment. The menu features dishes such as spring pea soup, king crab farfalle pasta, and filet mignon, while diners enjoy a story recounting the adventures of Le Petit Chef, who meets the girl of his dreams at just 12 years old.
- A new dining experience awaits at Eden. This extraordinary three-story indoor natural wonderland, with its expansive panoramic windows, will offer an exceptional culinary journey of new flavors: à la carte appetizers, starters, and desserts featuring ingredients sourced from local farms and fish markets in the lower-level restaurant. New menu items include: fresh Spanish prawns grilled with peppers; fresh cured chorizo; slow-cooked seafood broth with parsley, garlic, shallots, and Maldon sea salt from England; pastrami with a Devonshire Dijon mustard emulsion and mashed potatoes cooked in duck fat; and crispy rye bread tossed in butter with melted raclette cheese.
In addition, new items have also been added to the menus of: Raw on 5, Magic Carpet, Fine Cut Steakhouse, Rooftop Garden Grill, and the four main restaurants at Celebrity Apex: Cosmopolitan, Cyprus, Normandie, and Tuscan.
More entertainment:
Celebrity Apex debuts with exciting new entertainment offerings, including three new shows in The Theater, an intimate cabaret show in The Club; along with a variety of themed experiences and activities throughout the ship:
- The Theatre 's stunning, contemporary design incorporates new state-of-the-art technology features, including:
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- A 7-meter-high 4K LED screen curves around the stage to captivate the audience like never before.
- New scrim 8.5 meters high and eight Panasonic 20K laser projectors for map projection to create an immersive 360-degree image.
- A 6-meter-high Tree of Life, with more than 3,000 LED leaves, will be the set design for one of the most authentic new productions at sea.
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- Technology plays a starring role in several productions and exclusive programming on the Celebrity Apex. Rockumentary will celebrate some of the greatest moments in classic rock history, and for the first time, passengers can vote for their favorite through the Celebrity Cruises app. Tree of Life will take them on a narrated journey through life's moments, illuminated by the changing seasons of the tree and set to pop-rock music. Crystalize will energize the evening with an inspiring and visually stunning performance featuring light, laser projections, custom video content, music, dance, and incredible aerial acrobatics, all brought to life by the immense talent of a world-renowned violinist.
- Eden, considered a unique space in the cruise industry, delights all the senses with a variety of entirely new experiences that transform the environment throughout the day, from morning to night. An eclectic afternoon tea party evolves into a wondrous journey during the “Night of Dreams,” featuring live performances and audience interaction; a guided meditation during the day becomes the ultimate ultra-lounge during the “Night of the Chill”; and interactive art experiences throughout the day lead into the “Night of Arts,” celebrated through interactive experiences and performances. Each day presents new ways to relax at Eden: Chill @ Eden, Learn @ Eden, Play @ Eden, and Create @ Eden, culminating in the evening with Evenings of Wonder at Eden, encouraging guests to return again and again.
- Nighttime entertainment can also be found at The Club, featuring the debut of Caravan, a more intimate and engaging cabaret-style production showcasing new interpretations of classic circus acts with breathtaking aerial acrobatics and balancing acts, among others. During the day, The Club will offer a variety of activities, from dance video lessons and archery to karaoke, all accompanied by live music and a high-quality production.
- In collaboration with Girls Who Code, founded by innovative CEO and godmother of Celebrity Apex Reshma Saujani, the Camp at Sea STEM experiences on board the ship will offer new educational coding programs.
Relaxation and rest:
Celebrity Apex boasts a new spa management partnership with OneSpaWorld and a new wellness program for the modern traveler aboard the sanctuary designed by acclaimed British interior designer Kelly Hoppen. Highlights include:
- The first at-sea offering from F45 Training, one of the world's fastest-growing fitness networks. These 45-minute station-based workouts, with heart rate monitoring, will be offered in a larger fitness center aboard the Celebrity Apex.
- A new Destination Wellness featuring locally inspired menus using native ingredients inspired by the destinations the ship visits.
- A new wellness program for women focused on the emotional, physical, and spiritual practices of some of the most respected influencers in the wellness industry, including Katie Brauer, yoga teacher and founder and CEO of The Yoga Professional; Ruth Zukerman, co-founder of Soul Cycle and Flywheel Sports; and skincare icon and CEO of Elemis, Noella Gabriel.
- A range of spa offers at sea that include more than 120 relaxing treatments and a new collection of state-of-the-art treatment beds, highlighted by the exclusive Iyashi Dôme, the original Japanese infrared sauna that deeply cleanses and detoxifies the body.
Celebrity Apex debuts this spring with a mini-season of five trips to European destinations, including the Norwegian fjords, the northern coasts of Spain and Portugal, and a new 10-night itinerary to iconic capital cities such as Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Oslo, and Paris.
Following Celebrity Apex 's brief season in Northern Europe, the ship will spend the remainder of its inaugural summer sailing seven- to twelve-night Mediterranean itineraries, visiting cities such as Lisbon, Portugal; Istanbul; Monte Carlo; Cannes, France; and more, before heading to Fort Lauderdale in November for a winter season featuring week-long Caribbean cruises. Celebrity Edge will also sail the Mediterranean from April to October 2020 and the Caribbean from November 2020 to April 2021.
For more details on Celebrity Apex 's offerings and destinations , visit https://www.celebritycruises.com/int/cruise-ships/celebrity-apex . For more information on all Celebrity Cruises offerings, visit www.celebritycruises.com , or speak to a travel advisor.
