The new Celebrity Ascent, the fourth ship in Celebrity Cruises' Edge class, under construction at the Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in Saint Nazaire, celebrated a new milestone in its construction process, coming into contact with the water for the first time.
With the construction of the outer hull now complete, work on the interior of the ship will begin in the coming months. Since the steel-cutting ceremony on November 17, 2021, this sister ship to the Celebrity Beyond has been under construction. Another Edge-class ship will follow the Celebrity Ascent, completing the series.
Celebrity Cruises CEO Lisa Lutoff-Perlo shared that this significant construction milestone is the perfect way to celebrate the start of 2023. Lutoff-Perlo also expressed her gratitude for the outstanding collaboration between the shipyard staff in France and the Celebrity team; in particular, she thanked everyone involved in the construction of the Celebrity Ascent for both their expertise and their passion.
The delivery of the Celebrity Ascent is scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2023 and the maiden voyage is planned for December 3, 2023 through the Caribbean.
Travelers aboard the Celebrity Ascent will enjoy exclusive experiences found on board a Celebrity Cruises Edge Series ship, including:
– Two-story Edge Villa staterooms with direct access to the exclusive, suite-only Retreat Sun Deck, as well as Infinite Veranda staterooms that transform into open-air verandas, among the largest at sea;
– Breathtaking views from the iconic Magic Carpet, the world’s first cantilevered cruise experience, and from bow to stern as a result of the ship’s unique outward-facing design;
– The Sunset Bar, designed by Nate Berkus; a world-class Resort Deck with exclusive cabanas, infinity plunge pools, and two-story Martini-shaped whirlpools;
– More than 30 distinct dining and beverage venues, including the high-tech, immersive Le Petit Chef dining experience; the Eden restaurant, with its three-story windows, inventive mixology-focused cocktails, and unforgettable globally inspired dishes; and the unparalleled Le Voyage by Daniel Boulud, featuring the most exquisite cuisine at sea.
