- Celebrity Edge is sailing Australia this season
- Australians are booking out the top suites
- Here’s what you get at The Retreat
Celebrity’s Edge is sailing in Australia and New Zealand this season with a full payload of guests in its luxury Retreat suites.
And the line is surprised at the appetite Australians have for the top accommodation on the new, high-tech upper premium ship.
Even penthouse suites at almost $2,000 a night per person are being pursued by Australian cruisers.
Tim Jones, vice president & managing director, Australia & APAC at Celebrity Cruises told Cruise Passenger: “It’s been great to see a continued appetite for bookings in The Retreat across Australia and New Zealand.
“Our Suites continue to be highly sought after. Celebrity Edge offers the ultimate holiday for those seeking an elevated experience, we’re looking forward to another successful season ahead.”
While there is still some availability, you’ll need to hurry.
Cruise Passenger took a tour of the high-tech vessel sailing from Sydney to New Zealand this season with her magnificent Magic Carpet platform that doubles as a night dining area and a marine deck.
Celebrity Edge is a ship apart – beautifully designed and created for its target market of foodies who love variety and comfort.
The Retreat Suites are large, contemporary, classic yet cutting edge.
All suites come with a dedicated butler – of course! – who’s always a message away. There is an exclusive sundeck and lounge, Luminae, a private, suites-only restaurant.
You have a Destination Experience Specialist whose job is to get you the best experiences around the world. And, a team of concierges and attendants working to make sure you never have to lift a finger.
The extras:
- Suite-to-car escort by your butler on Private Journeys excursions
- Premium bath and body products crafted exclusively for The Retreat
- Priority departure and embarkation at most destinations, including those that require tendering
- Reserved theatre seating on evening chic nights
- Complimentary beach towel service, shoeshine service, use of an umbrella, and binoculars
- Dedicated spa concierge and personal consultant*
- Complimentary fitness classes*
- Complimentary laundry service and unlimited pressing service†
- Extend Your Stay: on debarkation day, stay on board to relax until mid-afternoon and enjoy lunch at Luminae,
So what’s all the fuss about?
Iconic Suite
The interior was designed by Kelly Hoppen, CBE, who brings her unique design aesthetic to The Retreat. This suite is the ship’s largest, most luxurious offering panoramic views from above the captain’s bridge.
The facts:
- 2 bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms
- Sq ft: 1,892 interior / 689 terrace
Edge Villa
Two-story suites with a private terrace and plunge pool.
The facts:
- 1 bedroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Sq ft: 739 interior / 211 terrace
Penthouse Suite
With two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and walk-in closets.
The facts:
- 1-2 bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms
- Sq ft: 1291-1432 interior / 197-1098 terrace
Some itineraries still available on Celebrity Edge:
- 9-night Australia Wine : March 3 – 12 2025: Travels from Sydney, Australia aboard Celebrity Edge. Celebrity Suite prices starting from $8,565* average per person assuming 4x guests.
- 12-night New Zealand April 5 – 17 2025: Sails from Sydney, Australia: aboard Celebrity Edge. Penthouse suite prices starting from $21,111* average per person assuming 4x guests.
- 7-night Alaska Dawes Glacier: May 16 – 23 2025. Goes from from Vancouver, British Columbia, aboard Celebrity Edge. Iconic suite prices starting from $28,919* avg per person assuming 4x guests.
