Celebrity Ascent will be Celebrity Cruises‘ fourth vessel in their award-winning Edge Series of ships, set to sail out of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida in November 2023.
The cruise line is, once again, making waves with the anticipation of their newest ship, which will transport guests to some of the Caribbean‘s most sought-after destinations during the 2023-2024 season: including the Bahamas, Grand Cayman, Puerto Rico, and the British Virgin Islands.
Following this, Celebrity Ascent will depart to Europe for a sunshine-filled summer of bucket-list Mediterranean itineraries in Greece, Italy, Turkey, Spain and France.
Guests sailing onboard the new ship will be able to enjoy the signature experiences featured on the cruise line’s Edge Series vessels, such as its outward-facing design, an enticing food and beverage programme with over 30 choices, plus spacious and sleek staterooms catering for all travellers- from solo adventurers and couples, to multi-generational families.
“I am so excited to introduce the world to Celebrity Ascent and continue the legacy of Celebrity’s Edge Series. First launched in 2018, the Edge Series transformed what cruising could be and its ships like Edge, Apex and Beyond quickly became consumer favourites. Continuously striving to offer travellers a better way to enjoy travel and reach the world around them, we are so proud of what we have built and look forward to welcoming both seasoned and new cruisers alike.”
Celebrity Cruises’ President, Laura Hodges Bethge
Edge Series favourites making a return
Celebrity Ascent will bring back a realm of signature experiences that have proved a success on her sister ships in the Edge Series. Highlights of these sensational features will include:
–The Theatre- taking entertainment at sea to a whole new level with state-of-the-art technology and imaginative performances.
–The Rooftop Garden- an outdoor haven with live music, movies, infinity pools and al fresco dining.
–The Spa- featuring 120 destination-inspired treatments, the SEA Thermal Suite, and a full-service salon and barbers.
–The Magic Carpet®- the world’s first cantilevered lounge and gathering space sitting on the edge of the ship.
–Grand Plaza and Martini Bar- stunning guests with an interactive chandelier and Flair, Flash, Fusion bartender shows.
New food and beverage offerings
Along with established Edge Series favourites set to make a return, Celebrity Ascent will introduce guests to brand-new culinary experiences:
–Plant-based tasting menu at Eden Restaurant- providing an option to bring guests closer to the earth through a culinary journey rooted in untouched, fresh, seasonal ingredients.
–Unseen Le Petit Chef dinner- a never-before-seen animation will feature at this crowd favourite, with an all-new menu to match.
-Bourbon offerings and tastings- Craft Social will offer high-end bourbons and new tasting seminars, expanding on existing whiskey tastings available.
–Martini madness- Celebrity Ascent‘s Martini Bar will feature brand-new creations to align with the trend of low-sugar cocktails and fresh, crisp ingredients- including lychee and passion fruit martinis.
–Blue outdoor terrace- guests in AquaClass can experience Blu restaurant’s outdoor terrace, seating up to 24 people and available for al fresco daytime brunches and lunches.
Fresh entertainment, art and retail experiences
Guests will also be treated to enhanced entertainment, art and retail offerings from Celebrity Cruises:
–New production shows– partnering with industry-leading creatives, Celebrity will introduce three new production shows in The Theatre; new interactive digital experiences and shows in The Club; and new immersive shows in Eden Bar/Restaurant. All of these productions will feature world-class dancers, vocalists, musicians and artists.
–Redesigned Casino with new games- Celebrity Ascent‘s casino will feature a new gaming floor, with new layout, new design, and all-new slot machines with the latest technology.
–Redesigned Art Gallery- thoughtfully reimagined, enhancing how guests experience priceless art pieces, exclusive auctions and art events.
–The Sunset Collection by Nate Berkus- chic travel and home accessories available to buy exclusively onboard Celebrity Ascent.
With a broad range of dates and itinerary options catering to all kinds of travellers, Celebrity Ascent is set for an exciting winter Caribbean and summer Europe season in 2023-2024.
