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Experience the Future of Cruising Aboard the Celebrity Apex
When it comes to luxury cruising, few ships redefine innovation, design, and comfort quite like Celebrity Apex. As the second ship in Celebrity Cruises’ groundbreaking Edge Series, Celebrity Apex represents a perfect blend of high-end sophistication, smart technology, and thoughtful design that’s changing the way people experience the open sea. Whether you’re new to cruising or a seasoned traveler, stepping aboard Apex feels like stepping into the future of luxury travel.
A New Era of Cruise Ship Design
Launched in 2021, Celebrity Apex immediately caught attention with her sleek, modern profile and unique architectural features. The ship was designed by some of the most celebrated names in the design world, including Kelly Hoppen, Tom Wright, and Patricia Urquiola. The result is a floating boutique hotel — stylish, intimate, and full of surprises around every corner.
Celebrity Apex carries around 2,900 passengers and over 1,300 crew members, but you’d never guess the capacity by how spacious it feels. The ship’s design is centered on open, flowing spaces and endless ocean views — every detail feels intentional and serene. It’s the kind of ship that invites you to slow down, relax, and really savor the experience.
The Magic Carpet: A Celebrity Exclusive
One of the most iconic and talked-about features of the Apex is the Magic Carpet — a bright orange, open-air platform that slides up and down the side of the ship. Depending on its position, it serves as a bar, a specialty dining venue, or a tender platform for easy shore access.
When it’s stationed high above the sea, the Magic Carpet becomes an alfresco lounge with panoramic views that will leave you speechless. At night, it transforms into an elegant dining space where you can enjoy gourmet cuisine while floating hundreds of feet above the ocean waves.
It’s not just a gimmick — it’s a revolutionary design element that sets the Edge Series apart from every other cruise line in the world.
Staterooms That Redefine Comfort
Celebrity Apex is home to some of the most thoughtfully designed staterooms at sea. The highlight? The Infinite Veranda rooms. These cabins turn the traditional balcony into a flexible living space — with the touch of a button, a wall of glass lowers to create an open-air veranda, expanding your room right into the ocean breeze.
This design innovation means that even standard rooms feel larger, brighter, and more connected to the sea. Suites take things to another level entirely — the Iconic Suites and Edge Villas come with two stories of floor-to-ceiling windows, private terraces, plunge pools, and access to The Retreat, Celebrity’s exclusive “resort-within-a-resort” concept for suite guests.
The Retreat: Exclusive Luxury at Sea
For those seeking the ultimate luxury cruise experience, The Retreat is a private sanctuary available only to suite guests. It includes access to a private restaurant (Luminae at The Retreat), a chic sundeck with pool and cabanas, and a private lounge with premium drinks, concierge service, and personal butlers.
The Retreat has become one of Celebrity’s defining features — offering the comfort of a private yacht combined with the amenities of a world-class resort. Every detail is taken care of, so all you have to do is relax and enjoy the sea.
A Culinary Journey Across the Globe
Celebrity Cruises has always been known for its outstanding cuisine, and Apex continues that legacy with 29 world-class restaurants, bars, and lounges. There’s a perfect mix of complimentary dining and specialty options, meaning you can eat like royalty every night without ever repeating a meal.
Highlights include:
Fine Cut Steakhouse – a refined setting for prime cuts and premium wines.
Le Grand Bistro – a taste of Paris at sea, complete with a daytime French café vibe and a high-tech 3D “Le Petit Chef” dining experience at night.
Eden Restaurant – part dining, part immersive theater, set within one of the ship’s most visually stunning spaces.
Raw on 5 – a seafood lover’s dream, serving fresh oysters, sushi, and sashimi.
Of course, the Oceanview Café and Main Dining Rooms offer outstanding variety and quality, ensuring even casual meals feel special.
Wellness, Relaxation, and Rejuvenation
Celebrity Apex makes wellness a central part of the cruise experience. The SEA Thermal Suite in the spa is an oasis of tranquility, featuring heated loungers, a hammam, a crystalarium, and a salt therapy room. The Fitness Center is one of the most advanced at sea, offering Peloton bikes, yoga, and guided wellness programs.
Outside, guests can enjoy the adults-only Solarium, the stunning Rooftop Garden, or the main Resort Deck with its asymmetrical pool and martini-glass-shaped hot tubs. Every corner of the ship seems designed for moments of peace and pure indulgence.
Where in the World Is Celebrity Apex Sailing?
Celebrity Apex spends part of the year exploring the Mediterranean, visiting iconic ports like Santorini, Barcelona, and Rome. In the winter months, she transitions to the Caribbean, offering itineraries from Fort Lauderdale to destinations such as Cozumel, St. Maarten, and the Bahamas.
Each itinerary combines culture, relaxation, and adventure — and the ship itself becomes part of the destination. Many guests describe sailing on Apex as “the vacation within a vacation.”
