One of Celebrity Cruises' most luxurious ships is returning to England for its summer season.
Celebrity Apex, an Edge Class ship that debuted in 2021, began cruising out of Southampton last year. Throughout the summer, she quickly became a favorite for destination-focused sailors who didn't want to sacrifice style or comfort.
"Guests told us how much they loved the amazing itineraries we offered with our Celebrity Apex sailings last year, so we're excited to homeport this revolutionary ship in Southampton again this summer," said Laura Hodges Bethge, President of Celebrity Cruises.
Apex will kickstart the 2025 summer season with a series of immersive sailings to some of Europe’s most captivating destinations, starting with an 11-night cruise on Sunday, April 13, to the Canary Islands and Portugal.
Between April and October, passengers can choose between sailings to the Norwegian Fjords, the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, and other bucket-list worthy ports.
Sailing out of Southampton also unlocks London as a pre- and post-cruise destination. With easy access to the United Kingdom's capital, guests can extend their vacation by exploring London's iconic landmarks, museums, and world-class culinary scene.
Not to mention with Heathrow, Gatwick, London City, and Stansted airports all nearby, getting to and from the United Kingdom for a cruise aboard Celebrity Apex is convenient. You'll find extensive flight options from across the globe.
The 2025 President's Cruise will be held on Celebrity Apex
Hodges Bethge will join thousands of loyal Celebrity cruisers on May 17, 2025, for an 8-night cruise to Norway, calling at ports like Zeebrugge, Belgium; Olden, Norway; Geiranger, Norway; Alesund, Norway; and Stavanger, Norway.
The President's Cruise is an annual sailing hosted by Hodges Bethge, who succeeded Lisa Lutoff-Perlo as President in 2023. All interested guests can attend, so you don't have to hold a certain status within the Captain's Club to book a cabin. It's a great opportunity for Celebrity fans to sail together with exclusive merchandise and special events with executives.
This year, guests can look forward to culinary events hosted by executive chefs and Celebrity's global culinary ambassador Chef Daniel Boulud, who is responsible for the upscale specialty restaurant Le Voyage on Celebrity Beyond and Ascent.
The sailing will also feature exclusive entertainment performances and specially curated shore excursions hosted by Hodges Bethge.
Celebrity Apex showcases some of the best amenities Celebrity Cruises offers
From the cantalivered Magic Carpet to the multi-level Eden venue and mouthwatering restaurants, Celebrity Apex is a destination in and of herself.
In total, Apex boasts 29 restaurants, bars, and lounges for guests to enjoy, including the Fine Cut Steakhouse, famous Martini Bar, and Oceanview Café, featuring some of the best buffet food at sea.
She's also an entertainment hub, with three exclusive stage shows in The Theater, as well as an intimate cabaret show in The Club. The ship's daily schedule is filled with themed experiences and activities, too.
Not the only Edge Class ship in Europe this summer
Offering captivating itineraries throughout the Mediterranean and Greek Isles, Celebrity Ascent will take guests on port-intensive voyages where they can explore the rich history, culture, and cuisine of Europe.
As the newest ship in Celebrity's award-winning Edge Class (until Xcel launches this winter!), Celebrity Ascent brings even more to love with reimagined venues, new entertainment, and upscale dining options.
European cruises on Celebrity Ascent depart from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy; Barcelona, Spain; and Piraeus (Athens), Greece, from May through October.
