Celebrity Cruises Unveils Spectacular 2028 Europe Season

• Massive Fleet Deployment: Eight ships visiting 87 ports across 21 countries during the 2028 European summer season.

• Four Edge Series Vessels: Four innovative ships, including Celebrity Beyond from Southampton, will sail in European waters.

• Dedicated Iceland Exploration: Celebrity Summit homeports in Reykjavik to offer focused itineraries across four Icelandic ports.

Celebrity Cruises has officially revealed its highly anticipated 2028 European season, delivering one of its most expansive and innovative seasons to date.

Covering 21 countries and 87 ports of call with a formidable fleet of eight ships, the upcoming season offers an incredible range of destination-rich itineraries.

From sun-drenched Mediterranean coastlines to dramatic Nordic landscapes, the new line-up provides UK cruisers with exceptional choice and flexibility.

Major Southampton News: Celebrity Beyond Arrives

UK cruisers have reason to celebrate as Celebrity Beyond takes up residence in Southampton for a brand-new season of no-fly voyages.

Offering seamless departure options without the stress of airport security or luggage limits, Celebrity Beyond will take guests to 40 ports across Northern Europe, the Norwegian Fjords, and Scandinavia.

Featuring expanded open-air spaces, the Magic Carpet elevated lounge, and luxury suite areas within The Retreat, Celebrity Beyond brings an elevated level of resort-style cruising directly to the UK's premier cruise hub.

Four Edge Series Ships Take Centre Stage

The headline announcement of the season is the deployment of four revolutionary Edge Series ships across Europe.

Designed to bring guests closer to the sea and destination, these award-winning vessels will redefine European cruise travel by combining outward-facing architecture, world-class culinary venues, and luxury staterooms.

In addition to Celebrity Beyond in Southampton, Celebrity Apex returns to Northern Europe to offer itineraries from Amsterdam and Athens spanning 38 ports.

In the Mediterranean, Celebrity Ascent will homeport in Rome (Civitavecchia), taking guests to 19 spectacular ports across the region.

Meanwhile, the fleet's newest vessel, Celebrity Xcel, will sail an array of Mediterranean routes visiting 23 ports from homeports in Rome, Athens (Piraeus), and Barcelona. Together, these four ships represent the pinnacle of modern luxury at sea.

Expanding Horizons Across the Mediterranean and Adriatic

Beyond the Edge Series, Celebrity Cruises is deploying four additional ships to offer deep cultural exploration throughout Southern and Western Europe.

Celebrity Eclipse enters the Western Mediterranean with a new deployment sailing out of Athens and Barcelona, visiting 22 historic ports.

Celebrity Infinity will also sail the Eastern Mediterranean, connecting guests to 30 ports from Athens and Barcelona.

Further north, Celebrity Constellation will focus on the Adriatic and the British Isles, operating from Rome and Ravenna to explore 16 culturally rich destinations.

This balanced mix of mid-sized and large vessels ensures guests can choose between classic, intimate port calls and grand resort-style ships.

Dedicated Iceland Exploration with Celebrity Summit

For travellers seeking rugged natural beauty and geothermal wonders, Celebrity Summit will offer a new series of dedicated Iceland itineraries.

Homeporting directly in Reykjavik, the ship will call at four distinct Icelandic ports, allowing guests to explore thundering waterfalls, dramatic fjords, and volcanic landscapes during the region's prime summer months.

Immersive Overnight Stays in Eight Iconic Cities

To give travellers even more time to explore top cultural capitals after dark, Celebrity Cruises is featuring dedicated overnight stays in eight standout European cities throughout the 2028 season.

Guests can experience evening dining, local nightlife, and late-night illuminated landmarks without needing to rush back to the ship.

These featured overnight destinations span the length and breadth of the continent, including Reykjavik in Iceland, Funchal in Madeira, Florence in Italy, Copenhagen in Denmark, Istanbul in Turkey, Stockholm in Sweden, Lisbon in Portugal, and Alexandria in Egypt.

Whether wandering historic cobblestone streets in Scandinavia or admiring minarets at sunset in Istanbul, these extended port stays offer a much deeper connection to Europe's most captivating destinations.

About Celebrity Cruises

Operating as a premier brand within the Royal Caribbean Group, Celebrity Cruises is world-renowned for delivering a relaxed, resort-style luxury experience at sea.

Combining innovative outward-facing ship design with attentive service and sophisticated surroundings, the brand offers a refined alternative to mainstream cruising without feeling overly formal.

Celebrity is particularly celebrated for its award-winning culinary programme, featuring menus crafted in partnership with world-famous chefs across a variety of speciality venues.

Across its modern fleet, guests enjoy signature architectural features like the cantilevered Magic Carpet, expansive real-grass Lawn Clubs, and serene thermal spa suites.

For guests seeking the ultimate luxury, The Retreat provides an exclusive ship-within-a-ship experience complete with a private sundeck, dedicated lounge, butler service, and fine dining at Luminae.

Plan Ahead for the 2028 European Season

With unprecedented demand expected for these newly announced itineraries, planning early is essential to secure your preferred stateroom, suite category, and departure route.

These incredible European sailings officially go on sale on 25th August. To gain priority access and be among the very first to hear when live cabin inventory and opening promotional offers go live, click here to register your interest.