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April 29, 2021 Celebrity Cruises revealed their newest ship in the Edge class - Celebrity Beyond. Their name for this ship is perfect as they have really gone beyond our expectations with this ship. Known for modern luxury and innovation, they've taken a winner with Celebrity Edge and Celebrity Apex and, if you can imagine, improved on that design.
Just like one might do in their own home, after living in it for awhile, you know what you love and what you could improve. They have done just that.
Celebrity added length and height to this new design, allowing for expansion of some of the popular venues onboard, such as the Rooftop Garden and Sunset Bar. Taking advantage of multiple decks there and in the Resort Deck, guests can relax and socialize in style while not missing a view of the ocean and their surroundings.
Words alone can't express the amazing transformation, so watch these videos to learn more about the reveal. Enjoy ...
Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, President of Celebrity Cruises, talks with Royal Caribbean executives, designers, and architects that had the inspiration for Celebrity Beyond. The ship will have her debut in Europe next year. Whether you are new to cruising or a seasoned cruiser, you will fall in love with this marvelous creation from their design team.
(Updated 10/21/21)
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On May 12, 2021, Norwegian Cruise Line opened for sale the first of six ships within its highly anticipated next class of vessels, Prima Class, the Brand’s first new class of ships in nearly 10 years. With voyages beginning in summer 2022, Norwegian Prima, the first of the six ships, will be 965 feet long, 142,500 gross tons and able to accommodate 3,215 guests at double occupancy. The vessel will be a game-changer for NCL, offering guests exciting itineraries, more wide-open spaces, thoughtful and stunning design, a variety of new experiences as well as Norwegian’s exceptional service.
“Despite not having sailed in more than a year, we never stopped working and innovating, we never once pressed pause,” said Harry Sommer, president and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line. “In fact, we doubled down on our brand investment in order to deliver unforgettable guest experiences that go well beyond expectations. Not only will we begin cruising this July, we’re so proud and so incredibly happy to announce the start of an exciting new chapter as we introduce the Prima Class and the first ship in a line of unrivaled vessels with Norwegian Prima.”
“The name ‘Prima,’ which means “first” in Italian, is a natural fit that ties into our legacy of firsts in the industry and a fitting tribute to our new Italian shipbuilding partners at Fincantieri,” added Sommer.
WIDE-OPEN SPACES AND ELEVATED EXPERIENCES THAT GO BEYOND EXPECTATION
Norwegian Prima will offer the highest staffing levels and space ratio of any new cruise ship in the contemporary and premium cruise categories, delivering an unrivaled guest experience. She will offer the largest variety of suite categories available at sea with 13 suite categories as well as the largest three-bedroom suites of any new cruise ship and the Brand’s largest-ever inside, oceanview and balcony staterooms, including the Brand’s largest-ever bathrooms and showers for standard stateroom categories.
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Norwegian Prima will also offer the most outdoor deck space of any new cruise ship including more total pool deck space than any other ship in NCL’s fleet as well as multiple infinity pools and vast outdoor walkways allowing guests to take in the sea, the ocean breeze and a variety of elevated experiences.
THE ELEVATED HAVEN ON NORWEGIAN PRIMA
To provide guests with an unrivaled experience in luxury cruising, The Haven by Norwegian on Norwegian Prima has been elevated to offer the Brand’s most exclusive and centralized suite complex. Spanning eight decks of suites and public areas, the ultra-premium keycard only access ship-within-a-ship concept provides guests with private amenities, dedicated services and the most luxurious accommodations on board. For the first time, the Cruise Line relocated all 107 Haven suites to the aft (the rear of the ship) within close proximity of private elevators exclusively reserved for Haven guests.
OUTDOOR LIVING ON OCEAN BOULEVARD
Furthering the elevated experience that places guests first and understanding the important connection they have with the outdoors and proximity to the sea, NCL reimagined its industry pioneering The Waterfront by doubling the space and adding a greater variety of experiences and dining options than ever before by introducing Ocean Boulevard.
Located on deck eight, Ocean Boulevard at 44,000 square feet long, wraps around the entire deck, allowing guests to walk around the entire ship and experience amazing ocean views while having the choice to partake in numerous exceptional outdoor activities.
BUCKET-LIST ITINERARIES ON THE INDUSTRY’S NEWEST SHIP
Summer 2022: Northern Europe and The UK
Fall/Winter 2022: Bermuda and The Caribbean
Fall/Winter 2022-2023: Western Caribbean Voyages Homeporting from Orlando, Fla. (Port Canaveral)
Spring 2023: Bermuda
Spring and Summer 2023: Northern Europe
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NY TO ICELAND
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There are some amazing repositioning cruises including an 11-day transatlantic journey from New York City to Reykjavik, Iceland, visiting Halifax and Sydney, Nova Scotia, before making calls to several immersive Icelandic ports, including Akureyri, which resides on the longest fjord in Iceland and Isafjordur, where guests can take in Icelandic Viking history and unspoiled natural marvels.
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We have just scratched the surface on this amazing new innovative ship from Norwegian Cruise Line. Explore Norwegian Prima by viewing these videos. Not only will you get your first glimpse at the innovations, but you'll also here from the designers who made this happen.
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Today is World Wish Day - what better day to reveal the newest ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet - Disney Wish. Besides unveiling their new ship in the video below, you'll hear that Disney is donating $1M to Make-a-Wish foundation. That's an organization that is near and dear to our hearts, as we always raise money for them as well throughout the year, and especially during our National Conference.
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Disney Cruise Line unveils the incredible new spaces and experiences coming to the Disney Wish, setting sail in summer 2022. Get a sneak peek at the magic that awaits during this behind-the-scenes look featuring the creative team bringing this new ship to life.
Storytelling and families are in the Disney DNA and the Disney Imagineering team showcased both of these in their design of Disney Wish. From the moment you step onboard the ship into the three story Grand Hall atrium you'll experience the magic of Disney as Cinderella greets guests to welcome them onboard Disney Wish. From there you kids can slide into Disney's Oceaneer Club, a real-life wonderland featuring more spaces and stories than ever before, via their own hidden entrance. Adults can use their very special entrance (the door) as well.
Fun in the sun is taken to a new level with a brand-new family water attraction and three themed districts that offer dedicated space for families, children and adults alike. Pictured above is the first-ever Disney attraction at sea, AquaMouse. You’ll be immersed in “The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse” animated shorts as you zoom through 760 feet of winding tubes suspended high above the upper decks. There's also an all-new Toy Story-themed district designed especially for families with toddlers and young children.
Disney didn't forget about the older "kids" either. Adults can unwind and relax in the serenity of Quiet Cove, a secluded adults-only district which will feature a luxurious infinity pool, poolside bar, and chic cafe. And of course, kids of all ages will love the enterainment including several musical productions. We can't let the genie out of the lamp just yet (oops we sorta did a little).
Disney is also well known for their fabulous food and dining venues. Three of the new venues include Arendelle: a Frozen Dining Adventure, where characters from Frozen will entertain you throughout dinner, 1923, paying tribute to the year Disney Studios was founded, features California cultural flavors, and Worlds of Marvel is the first-ever Marvel cinematic dining adventure, where you’ll play an interactive role in an action-packed Avengers mission that unfolds around you, complete with a worldly menu inspired by the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
There's so much more to tell you about, but as they say, a picture is worth more than a thousand words, so let the show begin ...
That's not all the new Disney magic ... Walt Disney World kicks off their 50th Anniversary on October 1st and Avengers Campus is coming to Disneyland in June. Let us help make your wishes come true with a Magical Disney vacation on a cruise or in one of their theme parks.
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As the sun rose on Ft. Lauderdale, Florida this morning, November 19, 2018, Celebrity EDGE, the most anticipated ship of this year, arrived to Port Everglades. Our General Manager, Drew Daly, and Barbara Julian, from Celebrity Cruises, were on the jeti capturing some of the first images as she made her way into port. The traditional fire boat salute escorted the ship into port.
We have the privilege of sailing on Celebrity Edge next week, along with fellow travel professionals and press. Follow us on our social media, and here, for an inside look at this brand new ship. This is the first ship to be designed in 3D. She is much more than a ship, she is truly a work of art.
“Celebrity Edge is one of the most exciting, innovative and transformational ships I have ever been involved with,” said Richard D. Fain, Chairman and CEO of Celebrity’s parent company, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. “The new features and refined design will establish a new baseline for ships from here on out.”
