Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Cruises is a premium cruise line based in Miami and wholly owned by Royal Caribbean Group. Greece's Chandris Group founded it in 1988 to win upmarket Bermuda contracts, it began sailing in 1990, and it merged with Royal Caribbean in 1997; it is marketed as a more upscale choice than mainstream lines.
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About Celebrity Cruises
The ocean fleet of 15 ships includes four Millennium-class ships from 2000 to 2002, the first cruise ships with gas-turbine power, five Solstice-class ships from 2008 to 2012 and five Edge-class ships from 2018 to 2025, plus Celebrity Flora, a 100-guest expedition ship based in the Galápagos. A sixth Edge-class ship, Celebrity Xcite, is due in 2028, and the new Celebrity River Cruises brand plans to start sailing the Danube in August 2027 with ships of about 180 guests.
Itineraries range from short Caribbean and Bahamas trips to Europe, Alaska, Asia, Australia and South America, and Galápagos voyages are sold with land packages. Ships are known for contemporary design, a broad choice of restaurants and suite enclaves such as The Retreat, and the line sells an All Included package that bundles drinks and Wi-Fi with the fare.
What Celebrity Cruises is known for
Celebrity is generally positioned as a step up from mainstream lines, and its newer ships draw attention for design features such as the Edge class's cantilevered Magic Carpet and Infinite Veranda cabins. Celebrity says four of its ships, Apex, Ascent, Flora and Millennium, hold Forbes Travel Guide four-star ratings, and the 2026 Celebrity Renewed program is modernizing the Solstice class.
Common criticisms concern value and consistency. Drinks, Wi-Fi and specialty dining cost extra unless guests buy a package, the newest ships carry more than 3,000 guests, which some travelers find large for a premium brand, and the four Millennium-class ships from the early 2000s have seen planned refits cancelled or postponed. Those ships also suffered repeated propulsion-pod failures early in their careers.
Who it's for
Premium · smaller crowds, better food and service than mainstream
- Couples
- Food lovers
- History and culture
- Multigenerational groups
Celebrity suits couples and adult travelers who want polished service, good food and modern design without luxury-line prices, and multigenerational groups who want a calmer ship than the mega-ship lines with suites and connecting spaces for different budgets. Its Europe, Asia and South America itineraries appeal to culture-focused travelers, and Celebrity Flora offers a comfortable way to see the Galápagos.
Families looking for water slides, ice rinks and thrill attractions will find more on sister line Royal Caribbean, and travelers who want an all-inclusive fare with drinks, tips and excursions covered, or a very small ship, should compare luxury lines such as Silversea. Budget-minded first-timers may find mainstream lines cheaper for short trips.
Cruising solo on Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity is one of the few premium lines with cabins built for one. Its Edge-class ships Celebrity Edge, Apex, Beyond and Ascent have Edge Single Staterooms with Infinite Verandas of 184 square feet including the veranda, and Celebrity Silhouette has four 103-square-foot Single Inside Staterooms; the line's blog counts 16 to 32 single staterooms per Edge-class ship. Elsewhere a solo guest pays a single supplement, which the line reduces or waives on select sailings. Hosted solo gatherings in the Sky Lounge or Eden, shared dinner tables and excursion buddy matching help solo guests meet people on ships of about 2,900 to 3,260 guests.
- Cabins for one
- Edge Single Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (Edge, Apex, Beyond, Ascent); Single Inside Stateroom (Silhouette)
- Single supplement
- Single staterooms are sold at a fare for one. A solo guest in any other stateroom pays a single supplement that varies by sailing; Celebrity does not publish a flat percentage but points solo travelers to its solo deals, supplement waivers on select sailings and off-peak departures.
- Meeting other solo guests
- Celebrity hosts social events for solo travelers, announced in the Celebrity app and the Celebrity Today program, usually in the Sky Lounge on Millennium and Solstice-class ships and in Eden on Edge-class ships, with the Activity Team on hand to break the ice. Solo guests can ask for assigned seating at a shared table or a solos' table, and the cruise team will help pair them with a travel buddy for shore excursions.
How it rates
- Cabins
- 4.3/5
- Dining
- 4/5
- Entertainment
- 4/5
- Service
- 4/5
- Pools & decks
- 4.1/5
- Value
- 3/5
The fleet's average on each metric, across 15 rated ships in service. Each ship is scored 1 to 5 by Cruise Frog's editors; these are not reader reviews.
Rankings and comparisons
Where Celebrity Cruises sails
- Caribbean9 ships
- Mediterranean6 ships
- Bahamas4 ships
- Transatlantic4 ships
- Alaska3 ships
- Northern Europe3 ships
- Norwegian Fjords2 ships
- Hawaii2 ships
- Panama Canal2 ships
- Canary Islands2 ships
- Asia2 ships
- Australia and New Zealand2 ships
- Bermuda1 ship
- Canada and New England1 ship
- South America1 ship
- Antarctica1 ship
- Galápagos1 ship
- South Pacific1 ship
Ships
Best rated
#14.0 ★Celebrity Apex2021 · 130,818 GT · 2,910 guests · Caribbean · Norwegian FjordsCelebrity Apex, the second Edge-class ship, was delivered in March 2020 but did not carry guests until 19 June 2021, when she sailed from Athens to the Greek islands after a…
#24.0 ★Celebrity Ascent2023 · 141,420 GT · 3,260 guests · Caribbean · MediterraneanCelebrity Ascent is the fourth Edge-class ship and the second built to the enlarged design introduced by Celebrity Beyond, with 3,260 guests at double occupancy on 21 decks…#34.0 ★Celebrity Beyond2022 · 141,420 GT · 3,260 guests · Caribbean · BahamasCelebrity Beyond, the third Edge-class ship, is longer and larger than the first two, at 141,420 gross tons with room for 3,260 guests at double occupancy. She made her maiden…Every ship, by class
Edge class
5 ships · 2018–2025 · 130,818–141,420 GT · avg 4.0 ★
Solstice class
5 ships · 2008–2012 · 121,878–125,366 GT · avg 3.8 ★
Millennium class
4 ships · 2000–2002 · 90,940–90,963 GT · avg 3.8 ★
Other ships
1 ship · 2019 · 5,922 GT · avg 4.0 ★
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Former ships
| Ship | Sailed | Gross tons | Left |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celebrity Xpedition | 2001–2025 | 2,842 | January 2025 |
| Celebrity Xploration | 2017–2025 | — | January 2025 |
Where to fly in
- Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL)5 Celebrity Cruises ships sail from Fort Lauderdale, Florida3 lounges on Lounge Frog
- Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH)1 Celebrity Cruises ship sails from Piraeus, Greece9 lounges on Lounge Frog
- Josep Tarradellas Barcelona–El Prat (BCN)1 Celebrity Cruises ship sails from Barcelona, Spain5 lounges on Lounge Frog
- Galapagos Baltra (GPS)1 Celebrity Cruises ship sails from Baltra, Ecuador1 lounge on Lounge Frog
- Miami International (MIA)1 Celebrity Cruises ship sails from Miami, Florida10 lounges on Lounge Frog
- Orlando International (MCO)1 Celebrity Cruises ship sails from Port Canaveral, Florida6 lounges on Lounge Frog
- Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU)1 Celebrity Cruises ship sails from San Juan, Puerto Rico4 lounges on Lounge Frog
- Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)1 Celebrity Cruises ship sails from Sydney, Australia15 lounges on Lounge Frog
- Tampa International (TPA)1 Celebrity Cruises ship sails from Tampa, Florida3 lounges on Lounge Frog
- Tokyo Haneda (HND)1 Celebrity Cruises ship sails from Tokyo, Japan16 lounges on Lounge Frog
- Vancouver International (YVR)1 Celebrity Cruises ship sails from Vancouver, British Columbia11 lounges on Lounge Frog
Quick answers
What is Celebrity Cruises known for?
Celebrity is generally positioned as a step up from mainstream lines, and its newer ships draw attention for design features such as the Edge class's cantilevered Magic Carpet and Infinite Veranda cabins. Celebrity says four of its ships, Apex, Ascent, Flora and Millennium, hold Forbes Travel Guide four-star ratings, and the 2026 Celebrity Renewed program is modernizing the Solstice class.
Who is Celebrity Cruises best for?
Celebrity suits couples and adult travelers who want polished service, good food and modern design without luxury-line prices, and multigenerational groups who want a calmer ship than the mega-ship lines with suites and connecting spaces for different budgets. Its Europe, Asia and South America itineraries appeal to culture-focused travelers, and Celebrity Flora offers a comfortable way to see the Galápagos.
Is Celebrity Cruises good for solo travellers?
Celebrity is one of the few premium lines with cabins built for one. Its Edge-class ships Celebrity Edge, Apex, Beyond and Ascent have Edge Single Staterooms with Infinite Verandas of 184 square feet including the veranda, and Celebrity Silhouette has four 103-square-foot Single Inside Staterooms; the line's blog counts 16 to 32 single staterooms per Edge-class ship. Elsewhere a solo guest pays a single supplement, which the line reduces or waives on select sailings. Hosted solo gatherings in the Sky Lounge or Eden, shared dinner tables and excursion buddy matching help solo guests meet people on ships of about 2,900 to 3,260 guests.
Where does Celebrity Cruises sail?
Celebrity Cruises's ships in service sail Caribbean (9 ships), Mediterranean (6 ships), Bahamas (4 ships), Transatlantic (4 ships), Alaska (3 ships), Northern Europe (3 ships), Norwegian Fjords (2 ships), Hawaii (2 ships), Panama Canal (2 ships), Canary Islands (2 ships), Asia (2 ships), Australia and New Zealand (2 ships), Bermuda (1 ship), Canada and New England (1 ship), South America (1 ship), Antarctica (1 ship), Galápagos (1 ship) and South Pacific (1 ship).
How is Celebrity Cruises rated?
Celebrity Cruises's fleet averages 3.9 out of 5 on Cruise Frog, across 15 rated ships. Its best-rated ship is Celebrity Apex at 4.0.
Does Celebrity Cruises have new ships coming?
Yes: Celebrity Cruises has 6 new ships on the way: Celebrity Compass (debuts August 5, 2027), Celebrity Seeker (debuts October 28, 2027), Celebrity Wanderer (debuts April 22, 2028), Celebrity Roamer (debuts July 22, 2028), Celebrity Boundless (debuts September 16, 2028) and Celebrity Xcite (due 2028).
How many ships does Celebrity Cruises have?
Celebrity Cruises has 15 ships in service on Cruise Frog: Celebrity Apex, Celebrity Ascent, Celebrity Beyond, Celebrity Constellation, Celebrity Eclipse, Celebrity Edge, Celebrity Equinox and Celebrity Flora, and 7 more.
What ship classes does Celebrity Cruises sail?
Celebrity Cruises sails 3 classes of ship in service: Edge class (5 ships), Solstice class (5 ships) and Millennium class (4 ships), plus 1 ship not in a named class.
Who owns Celebrity Cruises?
Celebrity Cruises is part of Royal Caribbean Group.
Where is Celebrity Cruises based?
Celebrity Cruises is headquartered in Miami, Florida, United States. It has operated since 1988.
What is Celebrity Cruises's loyalty program called?
Celebrity Cruises's past-guest loyalty program is Captain's Club.
What is the largest Celebrity Cruises ship?
Celebrity Ascent is Celebrity Cruises's largest ship at 141,420 gross tons, carrying 3,260 guests.
Cruising with children
Celebrity’s children’s program is a useful option on its ocean ships, but it does not follow the brand onto every product. Choose the type of cruise before comparing cabins.
Read the Celebrity Cruises family guide →Is a drinks package worth it?
Thinking about a drinks package on Celebrity Cruises? The average drink starts at what a glass of house wine costs on board, about $10; change it to what you usually order, and enter the package price Celebrity Cruises quotes.
A glass of house wine costs about $10. Prof. Cruise (Celebrity menus, 2025) ↗
Per person, a day, as the line quotes it.
A glass of house wine on Celebrity Cruises.
Optional. Count coffees and sodas if the package covers them.
The days the package is charged for.
To make the drinks package pay for itself
8drinks a day
A $75-a-day package costs the same as 7.5 drinks at $10. Over 7 days that's $525, or 53 drinks for the cruise.
Pay as you go
At 5 drinks a day, buying drinks one at a time costs about $175 less than the package.
- Drinks package, 7 days
- $525
- Drink by drink, 5 drinks a day
- $350
Break-even is a target for your wallet, not a dare for your liver.
Traveller reviews
What people who've been say. One review each; you can update yours.
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