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Celebrity cruises' retreat experience.

Encounter the true meaning of modern luxury with the Retreat by Celebrity Cruises — one of the most luxurious experiences at sea. The Retreat experience includes All-Suite accommodations and exclusive privileges and benefits. Every guest in your Retreat suite receives premium drinks, premium Wi-Fi, tips, a shore excursion credit, and an onboard credit to use however you choose. Other Retreat amenities include a dedicated pre-cruise Retreat Concierge, Onboard Retreat Concierge, Priority check-in during departure and port tendering/boarding, and reserved theater seating on Evening Chic nights.

The all-suite accommodations in the Retreat feature a complimentary welcome bottle of champagne or sparkling wine, complimentary in-suite specialty coffees, fresh fruit delivered upon request, Celebrity's eXhale® bedding featuring plush duvets, 100% pure cotton sheets, and a pillow menu to customize your night's sleep, premium bath amenities, plush bedroom slippers and 100% cotton bathrobes to use on your cruise.

The Retreat dining experience includes the exclusive restaurant, Luminae at the Retreat. The panoramic floor to ceiling windows invite you in to enjoy stunning views and exclusive menus crafted by Celebrity's Michelin-starred chef that you won't find anywhere else on board, including signature dishes designed by legendary chef Daniel Boulud. Available morning, noon, and night, every meal features unique menus that offer sumptuous dishes not available anywhere else on board. You'll savor dishes inspired by the local destinations visited and prepared with the world's best ingredients — from locally caught seafood to the freshest pasta. And, as a Retreat guest, you have complete flexibility to dine wherever you choose including Luminae, the main restaurant, ore in-suite (for a more intimate dinner), or in any of Celebrity's specialty restaurants with preferred seating for select suites.

You'll also have access to the Retreat Lounge, an exclusive private venue complete with a private concierge who's at your service for dinner reservations, booking Celebrity Shore Excursions, making spa appointments, and more. The Retreat Lounge is available 24 hours a day and reserved exclusively for Retreat guests.

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Luxury suite accommodations, exceptional service.

Providing personalized service is the hallmark of the Retreat by Celebrity. Your Retreat experience begins before you even step on the ship. Retreat guests will be welcomed into the exclusive lounge pier side and will enjoy the luxury of priority check-in during departure as well as priority port tendering and boarding. Onboard a dedicated team of butlers will attend to all of your needs and the private concierge will assist with any arrangements both on and off the ship.

Luxurious Amenities

In addition to the luxurious accommodations, every guest in your Retreat suite receives premium drinks, premium Wi-Fi, tips, a shore excursion credit, and an onboard credit to use however you choose. Other Retreat amenities include a dedicated pre-cruise Retreat Concierge, an Onboard Retreat Concierge, and reserved theater seating on Evening Chic nights.

Exclusive Dining at Luminae at the Retreat

The private restaurant, Luminae at the Retreat, is a stunning dining venue with panoramic floor to ceiling windows that set the back drop to an exceptional diniong experience. The carefully crafted menus, created by Celebrity’s Michelin starred chef, are exclusive to Luminae as are the signature dishes designed by legendary chef Daniel Boulud.

The Retreat Lounge

Exclusively for Retreat Guests, the warm and inviting Retreat Lounge offers a private space where guests can relax, enjoy complimentary beverages and gourmet bites. The dramatic floor to ceiling windows provide stunning views where you can relax 24/7. In the Retreat guests will also have access to an exclusive concierge who will assist you with any arrangements both on board and off.

The Retreat Sundeck

Amenities, services and suite features vary by ship and categories.

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Guide to Celebrity Retreat Amenities by Suite (2024)

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Curious about what amenities are available to each suite in The Retreat on Celebrity? It can be confusing, I know, so I have demystified Celebrity Retreat amenities for you.

Booking a suite in The Retreat on Celebrity Cruises is exciting because you know you are in for some pampering. But how much? What does your level of suite entitle you to?

We have cruised in many suites on the cruise line and have enjoyed the Celebrity Retreat amenities provided. Here is a comprehensive look at what you are entitled to as a guest in the Retreat.

Suites in The Retreat

First, let’s look at each type of suite available in The Retreat.

• Sky Suite: Sky Suites are studio-type suites with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, a king-size bed with eXhale bedding, a spacious sitting area with a sofa, plentiful storage space, and a separate bathroom.
• Aqua Sky Suite: The Aqua Sky Suite is essentially a Sky Suite with proximity to the spa that also provides an immersive wellness experience detailed below.
• Celebrity Suite: Celebrity Suites are more spacious than Sky Suites and offer additional amenities such as a separate bedroom and a dining area.
• Royal Suite: Royal Suites have floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows, as well as one bedroom and one bathroom (plus a half bath on Edge class ships), a large sitting area, dining area, a large bathroom with a soaking tub and separate shower, and a large veranda with lounge seating (on Solstice- and Millennium-class ships, the veranda also has a whirlpool tub).
• Penthouse Suite: Penthouse Suites often include similar amenities to Royal Suites, such as a separate bedroom and living room, a spacious balcony, and two full bathrooms (the primary bathroom is marble with a whirlpool tub and dual sinks). On Edge class ships, they also have a guest bedroom.
• Edge Villa: Conveniently located on the sun deck, the two-story Edge Villas have one bedroom, two bathrooms, a private terrace with a plunge pool, and a marble primary bathroom with a whirlpool tub.
• Iconic Suite: The largest suite in the fleet is located above the bridge, and has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a private terrace, a hot tub, panoramic views, a private butler’s pantry, wardrobe and storage space in the bathroom, and an abundance of luxury. The bathroom features dual sinks, a full shower, and a whirlpool tub.

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Suites Only Available on Celebrity Reflection

These Retreat suites are only available on Celebrity Reflection:

• Signature Suite: These suites feature higher ceilings, one bedroom, one bathroom, and a veranda with a tub and rain shower.
• Reflection Suite: These suites have higher ceilings, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a veranda with lounge seating, and a marble primary bathroom with panoramic views.

Celebrity Retreat Amenities

Suites in the Retreat receive amenities based on their tier level. These include:

Amenities that are provided with all suites in the Retreat include:

• Access to all Retreat facilities ( Luminae restaurant , Retreat Bar, Retreat Lounge, Retreat Sundeck)
• Premium drinks
• Premium Wifi
• Butler service
• Concierge service
• Daily savory canapés upon request
• Little in-suite extras such as plush bathrobes and slippers

Royal Suites and Above

Suites beginning at the Signature or Royal level may also include:

• Stocked water, soda, and beer replenished daily
• Two bottles of premium spirits
• Unlimited free lunch and dinner at specialty restaurants
• Free laundry twice per cruise
• Priority luggage delivery
• A Peloton delivered to your suite (Iconic Suite only)

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AquaClass Sky Suites

AquaClass Sky Suite spa amenities include:

• Access to the Thermal Suite on the Edge Series, or the Persian Garden on Solstice- and Millennium-class ships
• Personal spa concierge
• Priority spa reservations
• Complimentary fitness classes
• Exclusive spa treatment package discounts
• Two yoga mats
• Expanded room service menu
• Access to the AquaClass restaurant, Blu

Celebrity Retreat Suite Amenities Chart

To make it simpler, I made a chart showing each of the classes of suites available on Celebrity ships and the Celebrity Retreat amenities available to each. Not listed is access to Retreat facilities, which is given for all levels of suites, and priority luggage delivery, which is available for Signature Suites and above.

Final Thoughts on Celebrity Retreat Amenities by Suite

Staying in The Retreat is a luxurious experience, whether in a Sky Suite or a Royal Suite . But once you reach the Signature or Royal Suite level, the amenities increase dramatically…and so does the price. Either way, you will have a relaxing experience being pampered in The Retreat. There is nothing else exactly like it.

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These Over-the-Top Cruise Ship Suites Are Like Having Your Own Penthouse at Sea

By Scott Laird

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All the space you can dream of. Amenities on tap. Personalized service. These are the benefits of booking some of the largest and most sumptuous cruise ship suites. The details vary by cruise line and ship (read on to find out which suite has a fireplace!) but the amenities in these top-tier suites are all designed with luxury in mind—think expansive terraces with private hot tubs, no-host bar setups, butlers, exclusive public spaces, priority access to everything—these suites come with maximum pampering, and the virtual run of the ship.

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Cunard Queen Mary 2 Grand Duplex Suites

At 2,249 square feet, these gigantic bi-level cruise ship suites with Biedermeier furnishings and elegant art deco touches come with expansive views from the suite or adjoining private deck and a butler coordinating a host of amenities. Guests will dine in the exclusive single-seating Queens Grill Restaurant , where their table is dedicated to them throughout the voyage whenever they wish to dine. Butlers can also serve the Queens Grill menu en suite at an eight-place dining table. Fresh flowers, nightly pre-dinner canapés, complimentary bar setup, daily fresh fruit, and a welcome bottle of Champagne round out the amenities in store for guests choosing to cross the Atlantic in high style.

The Iconic Suite on Celebrity Beyond has its own outdoor hot tub.

Celebrity Cruises Iconic Suites

Celebrity likes to say these suites have “a better view than the Captain,” as they’re positioned right above the ship’s bridge on  Edge series ships, including the new Celebrity Ascent , launching in December 2023. These two-bed, two-bath suites boast 1,892 square feet—and that’s just inside. There’s also a 680-square-foot private terrace with a whirlpool tub. Suite guests have a butler, Le Labo bath amenities, access to The Retreat lounge and sun deck, two bottles of spirits of the guests' choice plus mixers in the suite, and a choice of dining venues—any of the ship’s restaurants (including specialty restaurants for lunch or dinner) or the exclusive suite-only Luminae.

Norwegian's three-bedroom Garden Villa

Norwegian’s Jewel-class ships feature The Haven, an oasis of extra amenities for suite guests, like butlers, white-tablecloth en suite dining, and access to an exclusive pool and courtyard. The three-bedroom villa suite is an eye-popping 6,694 square feet, sleeping up to eight. There’s a private outdoor courtyard with a jetted tub, indoor and outdoor dining spaces, wraparound window views, a bar setup, and a specialty coffee machine.

Virgin Voyages' Rockstar Quarters come with an extra-large private terrace.

Virgin Voyages' Mega Rock Star Quarters

The largest suites on the adults-only Virgin Voyages ships are called Mega Rock Star Quarters, and the rock star moniker isn’t just hyperbole—some of the 2,147 square feet of floor space is dedicated to a personal music room. There are also sumptuous marble “peekaboo” baths and showers and an expansive outdoor sun deck with private whirlpool, hammocks, daybeds, and dining space. Suite guests have exclusive access to Richard’s Rooftop, a private sundeck for cocktails, in addition to bottomless drinks both in-room and around the ship (with reasonable limits), access to the Thermal Suite in the Redemption Spa, and a Mega Rock Star Agent to fulfill requests.

Ponant's Le Commandant Charcot’s Owner’s Suite

The top suite on this luxury expedition ship has an amenity almost necessary for voyages to the poles—a steam fireplace for that in-from-the-weather ambiance in the living room. Guests might relax after a day of polar exploration in the hot tub on their outdoor terrace, which is also outfitted with a Swarovski telescope, or by snacking on the canapés and fresh fruit delivered daily by the butler, who also restocks the bar setup. When not relaxing in the 1,237-square-foot suite, they can dine on Bernardaud china from Limoges at the first Alain Ducasse restaurant at sea, where the diners can peer into the ship’s second bridge to see the operational crew at work.

The living room in Royal Caribbean's Ultimate Family Suite comes with a slide between the two floors.

Royal Caribbean's Ultimate Family Suite

It’s called the Family Suite (available on select ships), but it’s really about the kids—and kids at heart. This bi-level suite has its own slide (yes, it’s big enough for adults), in addition to bunk beds, a dedicated cinema and video game lounge, and an air hockey table. Outside on the balcony, there’s a play area, table tennis, and a hot tub. For the adults, there’s a primary suite with Frette linens and an impressive large-screen television that stows in the ceiling. The suite is part of the Star tier of the Royal Suite Class collection, which comes with the highest level of added amenities, like Wi-Fi, included gratuities, specialty dining, complimentary laundry and pressing, the deluxe beverage package, and a “Royal Genie” to coordinate and plan it all.

Holland America Line Pinnacle Suite

Available on most Holland America Line Ships , the Pinnacle Suite is as the name suggests—the ship's largest, at 1,290 feet including the veranda, which on many ships has its own private whirlpool, in addition to the oversize whirlpool bath and separate shower in the expansive en suite bath. The suites are outfitted with fresh flowers, binoculars for use during the voyage, a bar, and premium coffee setup. It also comes with amenities like access to the Neptune Lounge and its dedicated concierge, breakfast in the Pinnacle Grill specialty restaurant on select ships, complimentary cleaning and pressing, and complimentary mimosas with in-suite breakfasts.

The 7 best cruise ship suites — picked by someone who has seen them all

One of the biggest stories in the cruise world over the past couple of decades has been the arrival of a new generation of superlarge, superswanky cruise ship suites that are chock-full of every sort of upscale feature and amenity you could imagine. They are sights to behold.

Some of the biggest of these cruise ship suites measure 2,000 square feet or more — approaching the size of the typical American home. A handful go far beyond that.

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I haven't stayed in all of these new cruise ship suites. But over more than 25 years of writing about cruise ships, I've toured pretty much all of them. I can't think of any major cruise ship suite that I've missed other than Disney Cruise Line's new Tower Suite on Disney Wish, which I hope to get to soon.

A few of these swanky digs really stood out, and I'll profile them below in my personal list of best cruise suites.

In some cases, these are one-of-a-kind suites found on only a single vessel. In other cases, they are suites with similar sisters on multiple ships.

To be clear, this is by no means an exhaustive list. Disney fans will no doubt admonish me for not including the supersized suites on some Disney Cruise Line ships, such as the art deco-influenced Roy O. Disney Suite on Disney Fantasy. I've been in these suites, and they are certainly impressive. But I wasn't as wowed by them as I was by the suites below. And I have to cut off my list somewhere.

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Luxury lines Silversea Cruises and Seabourn also offer quite a few wonderful suites on their ships, and it's worth noting that some of the biggest suites at sea are those found on Norwegian Cruise Line 's Jewel-class vessels.

Below, you'll find my picks for the seven best suites at sea.

Regent Suite

Ship: Seven Seas Splendor (Regent Seven Seas Cruises)

Every time I think of this suite, I think of that famous scene in "Dr. Zhivago" where Comrade Kaprugina dresses down the good doctor on the size of his mansion. "There was living space for 13 families in this one house!" she scolds.

You might not be able to jam 13 families into Regent Seven Seas Cruises ' Regent Suite, but in a pinch, you probably could come close. It sprawls over an astounding 4,443 square feet — nearly twice the size of the average American home. Its opulence is like nothing you'll find anywhere else at sea (except in similar suites found on Regent's Seven Seas Explorer and the just-unveiled Seven Seas Grandeur).

Located at the front of Seven Seas Splendor , the Regent Suite is so big it stretches all the way from one side of the ship to the other, offering views in three directions. It has two massive bedroom complexes — and they really are complexes, with seemingly endless space. It also has a living room, a separate dining area and perhaps the most spectacular balcony at sea.

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Among the over-the-top things you'll find in the Regent Suite is a bed with a handmade mattress that Regent executives claim cost more than $200,000. It was handcrafted by four artisans at the renowned Hastens workshop in Koping, Sweden, using horsetail hair and flax, along with cotton and wool batting.

The Regent Suite also has a ridiculously large master bathroom, complete with its own sauna and steam room. It's big enough that it can double as a personal spa treatment room. To that end, the Regent Suite — get this — comes with its own spa therapist on call. Unlimited spa treatments are included in the cost of the suite.

Other perks of staying in the Regent Suite include first-class domestic flights to reach the ship; a personal car, driver and guide in every port; and a dedicated butler to help make arrangements on board.

The only downside to a stay? The cost. Regent charges $11,000 a day for the privilege.

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Royal Loft Suite

Ship: Quantum of the Seas (Royal Caribbean)

At 1,640 square feet, the Royal Loft Suite on Royal Caribbean 's Quantum of the Seas isn't nearly as big as the Regent Suite on Seven Seas Splendor. But it makes my list of the best cruise ship suites because it offers something the latter doesn't: views across the ship's wake through a soaring, two-deck-high glass wall.

That's right, the Royal Loft Suite on Quantum of the Seas sprawls over two decks and has a main room that is two stories high — a lavish use of space that is rare in the cruise world.

Royal Caribbean offers a Royal Loft Suite on each of its Oasis Class and Quantum Class ships, but there are some design differences among them.

My favorite of all the Royal Loft Suites is the one on Quantum of the Seas, the first vessel in Royal Caribbean's Quantum Class series. Sleeping up to six, it offers a stylish, two-deck-high living and dining space facing the complex's giant window wall, complete with such modernist touches as an Eames chair (which, being a minimalist, I adore). Among its highlights are a dry bar and a sofa that converts into a double bed.

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The first floor of the Royal Loft Suite is also home to a media room with a sofa that converts into a queen bed. It's a perfect hideaway for the kids, should you be traveling with a family.

Upstairs, the main bedroom is open-walled, so you can see across the living area to the sea. It is accessed via a bridge-like walkway, which I love. It's like crossing a drawbridge into your own private castle at sea.

Rounding out the complex is a spacious, 415-square-foot private balcony that has its own private whirlpool — another great place from which to look out over the water.

Balmoral Suite

Ship: Queen Mary 2 (Cunard Line)

Royal Caribbean wasn't the first cruise line to go the double-decker route when designing over-the-top cruise ship suites. A decade before the debut of Quantum of the Seas, Cunard Line wowed cruise fans with the unveiling of this two-deck-high Grand Duplex suite and a sister suite, the Sandringham, on its iconic Queen Mary 2.

Named after a castle in Scotland owned by the British royal family, the Balmoral Suite is fit for a queen with a stunning 2,249 square feet of living space.

Like Royal Caribbean's Royal Loft suites, both the Balmoral Suite and the Sandringham Suite have a sprawling living room and dining area on their ground floors and a spacious master bedroom complex on their second levels.

One thing I particularly love about the Grand Duplex suites is that their master bedrooms are reached via dramatic, curving staircases.

Another allure of the Grand Duplex suites is that they come with access to Queen Mary 2's exclusive Queens Grill restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Only open to passengers staying in the very top accommodations on the ship, this is a much more intimate, elegant and private eatery than the main Britannia restaurant where most passengers dine.

Movie buffs may recognize the restaurant, as it was heavily highlighted in the Meryl Streep movie "Let Them All Talk," which was set on Queen Mary 2 .

Owner's suite

Ship: Viking Star (Viking)

Many cruise ships have giant suites that are given the name "owner's suite." But few live up to the phrase like this one.

The owner's suite on Viking Star — Viking 's first oceangoing ship — was specifically designed to be used by Viking founder and owner Torstein Hagen when he travels on the ship, and it's full of little quirks that reflect his personal tastes.

Among them: Hagen's personal mementos, including pictures of his family, are sprinkled throughout the suite. A selection of books from Hagen's personal collection fills a bookshelf.

The Norwegian-born Hagen also had the suite built with its own private sauna with a glass wall facing the sea, something he wanted for personal use.

In all, the suite — and similar suites that were built onto more recently unveiled Viking ocean ships — sprawls over an impressive 1,448 square feet.

Located at the top of the vessel, it has a bedroom with a large bathroom complex (including that sauna), a separate living room and a dining area that seats six people.

In addition, in another twist that speaks to its real use as an owner's suite, it has its own boardroom with a long table that seats 12 people that Hagen uses for meetings and catered dinner parties. There's an adjacent pantry that can be used by staff serving room service or catering hosted events.

Among other personal touches related to Hagen are wine and music collections that he curated for the rooms.

Similar Owner's Suites can be found on other Viking ocean ships, too, all used from time to time by Hagen and his family.

Reflection Suite

Ship: Celebrity Reflection (Celebrity Cruises)

Many Celebrity Cruises ships have spacious and alluring suites. But the newest of the line's five Solstice Class vessels, Celebrity Reflection, has my favorite of them all: the Reflection Suite.

Unveiled in 2012, the Reflection Suite was the brand's first two-bedroom suite, and it measures a none-too-shabby 1,636 square feet, not including a 194-square-foot balcony.

Located in a panoramic corner spot on the ship, it features a glass-walled living and dining area with a dining table that can seat 10 people (just in case you want to hold a dinner party during your cruise).

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But what really earns it a place on our list of the best cruise ship suites is the Reflection Suite's stunning, glass-walled master bathroom. Dubbed a "sea-view bathroom," it is just that — a bathroom with floor-to-ceiling windows that offer incredible sea views. The most-talked-about highlight of the space: a glass-enclosed rain shower that juts out over the edge of the ship.

Just be careful if you use the shower as the ship pulls into port: You might end up putting on a show. (The walls are made of "smart glass," so you can change them from transparent to translucent.) That said, we can't think of another bathroom on a cruise ship with such amazing views.

Ship: Riviera (Oceania Cruises)

The owner's suites on Oceania Cruises ' Riviera — there are three of them — rival anything you can find at a resort on land when it comes to elegance and style.

So do three more owner's suites that you can find on Riviera's slightly older sister ship, Marina.

All six of the suites were decorated using Ralph Lauren furnishings by designer Susan Bednar Long, and they have a wonderful flow and consistency in style.

The mahogany beds that you'll find in the master bedrooms are upholstered in steel-blue mohair — a striking touch — and are flanked by walls covered in cashmere. A few steps away, a marble-clad master bathroom offers more luxurious Ralph Lauren design touches.

Measuring around 2,000 square feet, the owner's suites also have spacious living rooms and a dramatic entryway with a bar on one side and a grand piano on the other.

The suites offer lots of outdoor living space with wrap-around balconies that are home to hot tubs and flat-screen TVs. These balconies overlook the back of the ship, offering great views.

Among the extra touches, a stay in one of the suites comes with butler service, free laundry service of up to three bags per sailing, priority ship embarkation with priority luggage delivery and access to an exclusive executive lounge staffed by a dedicated concierge.

Ultimate Family Suite

Ship: Symphony of the Seas (Royal Caribbean)

Yes, I'm putting a second Royal Caribbean suite on my short list of the seven best cruise suites. The line is that amazing when it comes to suites. Indeed, if I had to pick just one cruise line for best suites, it'd be Royal Caribbean.

The Ultimate Family Suite on Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the Seas, which debuted in 2018, really is the ultimate family suite. I can't think of a better suite anywhere in the world, at sea or on land, for families with kids, particularly small kids.

Like two other Ultimate Family suites that have debuted more recently on Spectrum of the Seas (a ship devoted to the Asia cruise market) and Wonder of the Seas, Symphony's is like a kiddie fun zone that happens to have beds where you can spend the night.

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Measuring a palatial 1,346 square feet, the Ultimate Family Suite on Symphony of the Seas spans two decks that are loaded with such kid-friendly attractions as an air hockey table, a building block wall, table tennis on the balcony and a vertical climbing maze.

There's also a crawl-through nook connecting the main bedroom for adults and a second kiddie bedroom, plus — surely the coolest feature of all — a slide that descends from the second floor of the complex to the first floor. (Don't worry, there are stairs, too, for those who want to move between floors the traditional way.)

In addition, the complex has its very own private cinema room with an 85-inch 4K TV that streams movies, a popcorn machine and the latest gaming consoles.

Designed with even the largest families in mind — it can hold up to eight people! — the suite also features one of the most jaw-dropping balcony views on the entire ship. And, like all high-end suites on Royal Caribbean ships, it comes with a Royal Genie — a personal butler assigned to cater to your every need.

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In my 36 years, I have been on almost 75 cruises. On these trips, I have cruised various regions of the world including, North America, the Caribbean, South America, Europe and Asia. Being able to walk onboard, unpack only once, and to wake up in a new place every day is a pretty nice way to travel. One of the things I like best about cruising is that you get a little taste of a new place. Then, you can travel there again by land if you love it, and so that you can explore it on a more in-depth level.

I know that cruising is polarizing to most people, but for others, it’s an affordable and easy way to see the world. And if you pick the right ship and cruise line, your cruise vacation can be one of the most enjoyable and relaxing vacations of your life.

Why I Wanted to Sail on Celebrity Edge

I have sailed on many cruise lines over the years: Carnival (that was a one-and-done and NEVER again), Norwegian, Princess, Holland America, Royal Caribbean, Disney, Celebrity and Regent.

But I have to say — Celebrity has been my go-to cruise line for the past decade. To me, Celebrity ticks all of the right boxes: delicious cuisine, consistently outstanding service, beautifully maintained ships, diverse itineraries, and most importantly, a great value for the price point.

That’s why when Celebrity launched its new “Edge Class” of ships in 2018, dubbed by the brand as representing “a monumental leap in design and innovation,” I knew I needed to check it out for myself.

And in a nutshell, WOW, just WOW! I was TOTALLY blown away and I can honestly say that Celebrity delivered on that promise.

Celebrity Edge Overview

The Celebrity Edge is the first of brand’s Edge-Class series of ships. Launched in 2018, Celebrity Edge is billed by the company as “a ship designed to leave the future behind.” And boy does it ever!

Celebrity coined it catchphrase “Modern Luxury” over a decade ago, and the Edge   is the true embodiment of that slogan. Its design, decor, service, innovation, etc., truly pushes the envelope, and it marks a turning point in the approach to ship design for the entire cruise industry.

With 29 dining venues, and multiple entertainment facilities, there is something for everyone onboard. The cutting-edge ship boasts many firsts in the cruising industry, such as the Magic Carpet lounge, which floats up and down the side of the ship. Celebrity Edge provides almost everything onboard that any other cruise ship would, but she does so with a one-of-a-kind, contemporary panache and luxury flair.

Celebrity Edge Quick Facts:

Year built:   2018 Weight:  129,000 tons Passenger Capacity:   2,918 Crew:  1,320 Staterooms:   1,467

How I Booked + Itinerary

I have been booking all of my cruises for the past 15+ years via an OTA called Vacations To Go — shoutout to my cruise consultant Donovan!

Being an avid cruiser, I have found that Vacations to Go has the absolute best pricing — most of the time even better than booking directly with the cruise line itself — and VTG even offers additional perks and onboard credits that you won’t find on other travel sites or offered by the cruise lines when booking direct. Of note, I paid for my Celebrity Edge cruise with my  Chase Sapphire Reserve  to earn 3X points, since it’s coded as a travel purchase.

For a 7 night voyage on Celebrity Edge in a Sky Suite stateroom, I paid $5,000 total for two passengers. Included for a Suite Class reservation were the following:

• Free Premium Alcohol Package
• Tips Included
• Free Premium WiFi

In addition, Donovan at VTG was able to score us an onboard credit of $400 per person, which we could use at our discretion for extras like shore excursions, specialty dining, spa, casino, shopping, etc.

Since I have been on so many cruises, I like picking unique itineraries, and I have found that Celebrity has some of the best in the industry. I chose this specific 7 night voyage departing from Ft. Lauderdale, because it ported at an island on my bucket list — Tortola, British Virgin Islands. In addition to the BVIs, the ship also stopped in the Bahamas and St. Maarten.

Sky Suite Stateroom

We booked cabin 9204, and I fell in love immediately when I walked through the door. The Sky Suite is perfectly designed, and offers a blend of expansive views along with a luxe interior. The large, 319 square foot suite featured a king-size bed with a cashmere mattress and a spacious, private veranda. 

The decor was modern, clean and super chic. I also loved that Suite passengers were assigned a dedicated butler, and it was awesome to have a cold bottle of sparkling wine waiting for us everyday in the stateroom for our daily, afternoon happy hour on the veranda.

The split bathroom features a very large rain shower and a tub — yes a spacious spa tub on a cruise ship! I was blown away! It was so large, in fact, that 2 adults could fit in it comfortably. Trust me, I tested it 😉

In addition, there was a lovely seated vanity, which made getting ready for dinner each night a leisurely and relaxing experience.

The Retreat (Exclusive Access Only for Suite Class Passengers)

The Retreat isn’t a place. It isn’t an amenity. It isn’t a service. It’s all of this and more.

The Retreat includes a private restaurant, and an exclusive lounge and sundeck that rival any five-star resort. The Retreat has a dedicated team of attendants, concierges, and butlers who do everything to ensure you never have to lift a finger on your vacation. And the service was phenomenal!

As avid cruisers will know, the pool deck on any cruise ship is the main attraction onboard, and also where hoards of people congregate on a daily basis. It can be like the Hunger Games to find a open sun lounger, and having to weave and swerve between the crowds can become and exhausting and arduous task. And that’s not something you really want to deal with on vacation.

Well, if you want to avoid the masses, then The Retreat will be your refuge. I have never experienced a pool deck on a cruise as laid back, uncrowded and relaxing at The Retreat on the Celebrity Edge. On top of that, I have never seen a pool on a cruise ship as gorgeous as this. I mean those floating chairs over the pool and posh cabanas are just to die for!

Luminae Restaurant

This private restaurant for Suite Class passengers boasts a boldly elegant interior that’s as distinctive as the cuisine. The dishes here are found nowhere else on board, including the new Daniel Boulud signature dishes complimentary to all guests of The Retreat.

We had almost every meal at Luminae, and it was absolutely divine! The service was impeccable, the food was the BEST I have ever had on any cruise, and the decor was lavish. You’ll be hard pressed to find better food or service at sea than Luminae!

The Retreat Lounge

This exclusive lounge is warm and inviting. Suite passengers can enjoy complimentary beverages, gourmet bites, and a stylish place to unwind in style, along with the services of The Retreat Concierge.

We enjoyed having afternoon tea here few times throughout the cruise, and we also used this space for getting some work done. It was the perfect place to chill and answer emails, all while admiring the view of the ocean through the large, floor-to-ceiling windows.

I love going to the spa on vacation, and there are spas and then there are SPA-AHHHHHHS. And The Spa on the Celebrity Edge has to be the most decadent on the seven seas.

At the heart of The Spa on Celebrity Edge is the SEA Thermal Suite and its eight distinct therapy rooms. It’s a playground for the senses and an incredible place to relax before or after your treatments. Basically, Celebrity has taken everything that has made its iconic Persian Garden so popular on its older fleet of ships, and elevated it to a whole new level of tranquility.

At the Celebrity Edge Spa you’ll find things that have never before been on any cruise ship: a hammam, a crystalarium, a salt room, an infrared sauna, a rainfall water therapy room, a float room, and so much more.

I spent almost all of our onboard credit in the spa, and it was a divine delight of the senses. I enjoyed a variety of wonderful treatments, and found The Spa on the Edge to be the perfect oasis for pampering and relaxation. It was by far the best cruise ship spa that I have ever experienced in my life!

Overall Onboard Experience

The Celebrity Edge is an award-winning ship, and rightfully so!

The design elements of Celebrity Edge are totally, off-the-charts amazing, and at every corner you’ll be in awe of the meticulous attention to detail that the architects and interior decorators brought to life when designing this ship.

A Ship Designed to Leave the Future Behind

Honestly, there are so many one-of-a-kind spaces onboard that it is hard for me to know where to start. Wherever you go on this cutting-edge ship, the fusion of art, design and sculpture are part of the riveting sailing experience.

And there are surprises in store around literally, almost every corner. For example, there is a huge room filled with free-form bronze figures of trees, which is known as “Avalon.” It is almost eerie, but completely mesmerizing. And there was no explanation as to what we were looking at—just captivating and enchanting, “living” sculptures.

In total, there are 4,000 works of art on Celebrity Edge. In addition to Avalon, my other favorite piece was this a model of a ship—made of thousands of pearls!

Even the main Resort Deck is a work of art! At the center of this space is a 25-yard lap pool, which is the largest in Celebrity’s fleet. And positioned magnificently above the Pool Bar is an ever-changing LED light art installation. Another attention-grabbing addition to the pool deck are striking, two-story martini hot tubs, that take unwinding at sea to new heights.

The spaces on Celebrity Edge transform from day to night, so sometimes it’s hard to categorize them. For example, Eden features panoramic ocean views and an atmosphere that evolves as the day goes on.

Eden introduces the industry-changing concept of outward facing spaces designed to build a greater connection between you and the sea. It’s three levels of sensory experiences, which are all designed to awaken your spirit of wonder in unique and exciting ways. Each day or night that you visit, you’ll encounter a new fusion of music, libations, culinary delights, and experiences, which are unlike anything else at sea.  

Final Verdict

As you can see, the Celebrity Edge is not your average cruise ship. For cruisers, and non-cruisers alike, I don’t think you’ll find a ship as beautiful or as modern as this — except for the Celebrity Beyond , which is the newest Edge Class ship that Celebrity launched last year. And on top of that, the service and hospitality we experienced onboard was top-notch, and some of the best on the seven seas!

Hands down, the Celebrity Edge was my favorite cruise of all time, and I would sail on her again in a heartbeat. If you’re planning a cruise in 2023, or thinking of planning one, I strongly advise you to consider the Celebrity Edge and her sister ship the Celebrity Apex , or the newest Edge Class of ships the Celebrity Beyond and the Celebrity Ascent (debuting later this year). Trust me, unless you’ve already sailed on a Celebrity Edge class ship, then you’ve never cruised like this before!

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Such a fine line between an advertorial that reads like a press release and an actual review, that typically can be incredibly laudatory but at least is able to someone identify room for improvement. As someone who has been on “75 cruises,” was there literally nothing that you’d change? And for the sake of clarity, while you presumably receive a referral commission from Lucky’s Chase page, do you receive an affiliate /referral fee from Celebrity if we book through the links?

No press releases were used here to write this review. I paid all $5,000 in cash, and actually took this trip before I started writing for GSTP. Quite honestly, that’s the thing that blows me away about this cruise over others. There was NOTHING I would change about this ship — it was the perfect cruise for me and for the type of vacation I wanted to take at the time. In terms of the affiliate/referral fee, as you can see in the post, I actually called out a cruise OTA called Vacations to Go. I have been booking with them for 10+ years, since they 90% of the time offer the cheapest rates. And no, they and Celebrity are not an affiliates of GSTP. Just wanted to share a hot tip with our readers, since a penny saved is a penny earned!

I couldn’t wait to read your post, especially with a title like that. I wanted to read about where you went and what you did. It wasn’t that at all–maybe you could retitle it to” Best Cruise SHIP I’ve been on”? Not to detract at all from the content, which really has me interested in checking out the ship. And thanks for the pointer about where you buy your cruises–I’m filing that away for sure!

Everything is relative, Chris. In all honesty, other than the BVIs, this itinerary was nothing to write home about. I picked this cruise to experience the new Edge class of ship and to go to Tortola, and that was the whole point of the vacation. To some, a cruise is the best because of where they went, and for others, a cruise is the best because of the experience they had onboard.

Glad to hear that this peaked your interest to check out the new Celebrity ships though, and def get in touch with Donovan Brooks at Vacations to Go. Have saved tens of thousands of dollars over the years booking with him versus other sites or booking direct with the cruise lines. But of course, always price compare before you end up booking — sometimes you can find killer deals when the cruises line are running their own sales!

WOW, I absolutely hate Celebrity and we to have tried them all, again and again. Rust Bucket Celebrity Solstice should be sunk and used to create reefs.

Never been on Solstice myself, so can’t speak to that ship. But as you can see, Edge is on a whole different level from any of Celebrity’s older fleet!

Poorly prepared, cooked and just bad food, no sense of how to cook the various meals, display or just plain keep it warm. Almost all food is cold. No idea on changing buffet items on a regular or semiregular basis. Cross contamination present on my last cruise. Total disorganised layout with staff unable to distinguish what is in front of them. You ask for ham they give you turkey. The Edge is a lovely ship but those in the buffet are in need of massive training. The restaurants forget it, you are better off if you can get McDonalds, Burger King or Wendy’s. Ex. Onion soup..no onions just sugar. Steak asking medium with pink interior you get it overdone and inedible. No more Celebrity for me, not worth the money.

Wow that’s quite the critique, John! I never ate at the buffet on the Edge, since with Suite class we had our own dedicated dining areas, and I too hate buffets on cruises. I also never dined at any of the specialty restaurants, since I didn’t want to pay the upcharge, and since Luminae consistently had an intriguing and delicious new menu each day.

A bit harsh on carnival. Dollar for dollar great value. Have had way more experience on the high seas than you so i know what I am talking about. 75 cruises is hardly gives you status or knowledge on this industry . Try 212 cruises then you can comment.

So unkind, Paul.

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These Are The World's Most Luxurious Cruise Ship Suites

Posted: February 28, 2024 | Last updated: March 8, 2024

Sail the high seas in the lap of luxury

Fine dining, world class spas and cocktails on tap – there’s no doubt that cruising is an indulgent and glamorous way to travel, with many modern vessels compared to floating hotels. But some cruise ships take seafaring in style to the next level.

Think personal butlers, complimentary Champagne and private hot tubs, as we tour around the luxurious cruise ship staterooms only the super-rich can afford...

*All prices correct at time of writing.

Owner's Suite, Viking Saturn, Viking

Built in 2023, the award-winning Viking Saturn is small in cruise ship standards, accommodating just 930 guests. Its clever layout means each stateroom gets its own veranda, and there's plenty to keep even the most active cruiser occupied. Guests can enjoy the many restaurants, as well as a jazz lounge and the Wintergarden, where you can take afternoon tea while listening to live classical music. There's also a theater, two cinemas, a sports deck and a pool with a retractable roof, so you can take a dip in any weather. Or you can relax in the Nordic Spa's sauna and steam room. Intriguingly, it also has a Snow Grotto – a 'sanctuary' of fluffy snow and chilled air. 

For particularly discerning travelers, the Owner's Suite is the largest, most well-appointed stateroom on board – and it comes with some pleasing perks. The 1,448-square-foot (134sqm) multi-room suite has an elegant living room with a private curated wine collection, as well as a boardroom that seats 12 people – perfect for hosting a private, catered dinner party. Owner's Suite guests also get a complimentary shore excursion with their own private car and driver.

However, we think the standout perk has to be this private ocean-view dry sauna, which is accessed from your own personal veranda. In 2024, Saturn will be calling at ports all over Europe, as well as taking in Iceland's majestic landscapes and sailing the trade routes of the Middle Ages. Saturn's newest route sails from Barcelona to Mumbai, stopping for 20 tours across 12 countries in 35 days. Prices for the Owner's Suite start from around $18.8k per person for the shorter eight-day itineraries. 

Iconic Suite, Celebrity Edge, Celebrity Cruises

The first in a series of five Edge vessels, Celebrity Edge maximises sea views with an innovative outward-facing design. Launched in 2018, it carries up to 2,918 passengers and is built for entertainment. The glamorous Grand Plaza is home to cafes and a Martini bar, while the Eden space offers a spiralling three-deck lounge and bar area, wrapped in glass. Elsewhere, there's a club, casino, pool and rooftop garden. One innovative feature is the Magic Carpet – a floating moveable deck with an open-air lounge and bar, designed to turn the experience of boarding a small boat to visit port into a pleasure.

The largest suite on board is the Iconic Suite. Designed by Kelly Hoppen, the two-bedroom, two-bathroom space covers 2,581-square-feet (239sqm) and enjoys panoramic views from above the captain's bridge. Decked out with clean lines and soothing neutral tones, the rooms are relaxed and comfortable with an underlying feeling of opulence. The largest suite in the Celebrity fleet, the Iconic has a huge private terrace with its own hot tub, double day bed and plenty of seating.

The Iconic Suite is part of The Retreat, an exclusive area of the ship accessible to suite guests. It's home to a sundeck, restaurant and lounge where your butler, along with a team of attendants and concierges, will cater to your every whim. In 2024, Celebrity Edge will visit Hawaii, Alaska, Tahiti and New Zealand and also take in Australia's wine country. A stay in an Iconic Suite on a 13-night cruise around New Zealand costs from around $28.3k per person.

Tower Suite, Disney Wish, Disney Cruise Line

Disney Wish took to the seas in 2022 as the fifth member of the Disney Cruise Line fleet. Able to accommodate 4,000 passengers, Wish offers everything you might hope for from a Disney-themed ship. Kids are well catered for with a Frozen -themed theatrical dining experience and immersive shows, as well as deck parties and water slides, while grown-ups can enjoy a Norwegian-style pub and Quiet Cove, an adults-only refuge with infinity pool, bar and lounge. 

Perched in the funnel of the ship, high above the upper decks, the Tower Suite is accessed by its own private elevator. Inside, the two-story living room features a chandelier, floor-to-ceiling glass windows and decor subtly inspired by the Disney movie Moana . A grand spiral staircase connects the palatial living area, which includes a dining salon and wet bar, to the suite's four bedrooms. Added perks include a concierge who handles your priority reservations, and access to a VIP lounge and sun deck.

The 1,966-square-foot (182sqm) suite has two main bedrooms, one children's room and a library that can double up as a bedroom if needed – each one has its own bathroom. Disney Wish runs multiple three- and four-night cruises around the Bahamas in 2024. Prices for the Tower Suite costs from around $13.6k per adult and $3.3k per child for a three-night sailing, before taxes and other charges.

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Owner's Suite, Ilma, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection

With five restaurants, six bars and a wine vault, Ritz-Carlton's Ilma superyacht packs a lot of luxe amenities for a yacht that carries a maximum of just 448 guests. Relaxed and refined, life on board Ilma includes visits to a Ritz-Carlton spa, infinity pool and a marina, giving direct access to the sea for swimming, kayaking and paddleboarding. Classical and jazz musicians serenade guests in venues across the yacht, while renowned experts lend educational insights along the way. 

The Owner's Suite is spread across 1,033 square feet (96sqm) and channels a casual elegance that will make 5-star travelers feel right at home. Outside, guests can relax in a whirlpool and cool off in an outdoor shower on their private 721-square-foot (67sqm) terrace. The personal concierge service ensures shore excursions go without a hitch – they can even organize bespoke private jaunts, from a tailored afternoon exploration to a multi-day stay. 

The Owner's Suite bedroom features a custom king bed and a bathroom with a modern soaking tub to ease muscles after a day of watersports. Ilma will make her maiden voyage in September 2024, making her way from Monte Carlo to Rome on a seven-night adventure that takes in Saint-Tropez, Cannes, Livorno, Corsica and Sardinia. If you fancy jumping aboard, prices for the trip start from $55k per person for the Owner's Suite.

Grand Suite, SS Bon Voyage, Uniworld River Cruises

Known for its boutique river cruises, Uniworld immerses guests in French elegance as soon as they step aboard the impossibly chic SS Bon Voyage. Fitted out in gleaming brass and polished wood, Le Salon Champagne bar is inspired by Yves Saint Laurent's former villa in Marrakech, Morocco while La Brasserie is imbued with Parisian cafe style. The sun deck has a beautifully tiled infinity pool and a cafe that hosts open-air cooking demos.

The luxurious 280-square-foot (26sqm) Grand Suite is bijou but beautifully decorated in a characterful style that typifies this unique ship. Perks include an in-suite butler service, packing and unpacking assistance, in-room breakfast, a daily fruit and cookie plate, an evening snack and even a shoe shine. A French balcony allows guests to experience the river views without having to leave the luxury of their suite.

A hand-crafted bed and a marble bathroom with rain shower and tub tops off the Grand Suite's amenities. If you fancy spending eight days experiencing all the history – and wine – the Garonne, Dordogne and Gironde rivers have to offer, prices start from around $12.5k per person for the Grand Suite, which includes flights from London to the embarkation point in Bordeaux, France.

The Haven 3-Bedroom Garden Villa, Norwegian Jewel, Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian Jewel can carry up to 2,376 guests and offers some of the largest suites available at sea. With 11 different dining options to try, as well as eight bars (including a sake bar), live music, Le Cirque Bijou circus show, an art gallery, spa, card room and tennis court, Jewel passengers have no problem keeping boredom at bay between ports.

At up to 6,694 square feet (621sqm) the Haven 3-Bedroom Garden Villa is the most spacious stateroom to make our list. It's available on six of Norwegian's ships, including Jewel, and sleeps up to eight people. The living room features a grand piano and a dining area, while a stay in any of the ship's Haven staterooms come with 24-hour butler service and access to an exclusive pool, sun deck and hot tub, as well as an invitation to a cocktail party with the ship's officers. 

The Haven Three Bedroom Garden Villa also comes with its own garden deck and hot tub. Jewel is making multiple journeys around the Caribbean, Alaska, Panama Canal, Japan and the Pacific Coast wine country in 2024. The Three Bedroom Villa books up quickly, but for an 11-night cruise from Florida to Curacao, Aruba and the Dominican Republic it costs from around $44k per person.

Owner’s Suite, Oceania Vista, Oceania Cruises

Built in 2023, Oceania Vista can carry 1,200 passengers across 15 decks. As well as providing a spa, running deck, pool and fitness center, Vista prides itself on offering activities that exercise passengers' brains as well as their bodies. Guests can learn to cook everything from classic French cuisine to New World wonders in the state-of-the-art cookery school, receive expert guidance from resident artists in the Artist Loft or cozy up with a novel in the library. They can even attend talks given by a historian, naturalist or former ambassador.

The nautical-themed Owner's Suite is Vista's finest and largest stateroom, at between 2,200 and 2,400-square-feet (204-223sqm). The space includes an office, a lounge area (with cashmere lap blankets, of course), a dining room and a bedroom with its very own fully-fitted dressing room. The suite even has a full-sized stocked bar, where your 24-hour butler can whip you up a cocktail or two. If you're lucky enough to bag yourself one of these premium staterooms, you'll also gain unlimited access to the Aquamar Spa Terrace. 

This elegant dining area opens out onto not one but two spacious teak verandas, but you'll also get wonderful ocean views from the-floor-to ceiling windows in your bar, dining room and bedroom. In 2024, Vista will be exploring the Greek islands and the Caribbean, among others, with trips to Scandinavia, the Baltics and the Northern Fjords following in 2025. A stay in the Owner's Suite for a seven-night cruise of Greece and Turkey will cost around $13.4k per person. 

Regent Suite, Seven Seas Grandeur, Seven Seas Cruises

A relatively small ship, Grandeur is the latest in the Seven Seas fleet and carries 744 guests. Inspired by the glory days of cruising, Grandeur's interior is full of shining brass, lustrous glass and Art Deco touches. Amenities include a jogging track, the Serene Spa, a New York steakhouse, a glamorous French restaurant and an Art Nouveau-styled observation lounge and bar. There are also four theatrical experiences to enjoy, featuring Grammy-winning musical talent.

All suites on board Seven Seas Grandeur have their own private balcony, but the Regent Suite takes luxury to a whole new level. Spread over a huge 3,143 square feet (292sqm), the suite contains a large living area, as well as a spa-style bathroom with its own sauna, steam room and jetted tub. The 1,291-square-foot (120sqm) balcony is among the largest at sea and has its own custom-made mini pool.

The two spacious bedrooms have three walk-in closets between them and the included perks are next-level – a personal butler, business or first class flights, a pre-cruise hotel, a car and guide to explore ashore, in-suite spa services and daily canapes. In 2024, Seven Seas Grandeur will explore Greece, Spain, Italy, Canada, Mexico and the US. For Regent Suite guests, a seven-night voyage to and from Miami, taking in Honduras, Belize and Mexico, starts from around $47,200 per person.

Royal Loft Suite, Anthem of the Seas, Royal Caribbean

Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas isn't just award-winning; it also holds the Guinness World Record for the tallest observation deck on a cruise ship. Kids and adults alike can marvel at the vertiginous view from the observation capsule, which stands at 300 feet (90m). There's also a host of activities and amenities to keep the whole family entertained, including a skydiving simulator, bumper cars, a cabaret and even a musical. After working up an appetite, there are 15 eateries and numerous bars and lounges to cater for all palettes. 

Accessed through a custom marble entryway, the Royal Loft Suite is the largest suite on board. Spread over two stories, the space includes a living room, dining area and grand piano. Outside, the enormous wrap-around veranda has a hot tub, sun loungers, dining table and a bar with views of the sports court. 

Guests who sail in the Royal Loft Suite receive perks such as a 'Royal Genie,' who creates a bespoke vacation for each passenger. Anthem of the Seas sails all over the globe and will visit Singapore, Thailand, the Bahamas, Egypt and the Norwegian Fjords – among other destinations – in 2024. A three-night trip sailing to and from Singapore staying in the Royal Loft Suite will set you back from around $5.2k per person.

Grand Suite, Queen Anne, Cunard

Launching in May 2024, Queen Anne is the newest cruise liner in the Cunard fleet and the 249th ship to sail under its historic flag. On board, life centers around the three-story grand lobby, a show-stopping space celebrating 182 years of Cunard. For the ship's 2,996 guests, entertainment can be found in the casino, library, art gallery and 825-seat theater, while the Queens Room hosts everything from afternoon tea and classical recitals to ballroom dancing. As if that's not enough, there's also a spa, wellness center and The Pavilion – a space with a retractable glass dome roof where passengers can enjoy open-air theater, cinema screenings and live music.

The Grand Suite is designed to feel like your own private residence at sea. Inside, a reception hall leads to a spacious Great Room with floor-to-ceiling windows, which is perfect for entertaining, or guests can relax in their lounge or on the deck of their private balcony. Perks include a reserved table at the Queens Grill, as well as exclusive access to the Grills Lounge and outside Grills Terrace – not to mention a dedicated concierge, butler and steward at your beck and call.

At night, guests should be able to sleep easy in their king-size bed, having picked out the perfect pillow from the pillow concierge menu. Other nice touches include fresh flowers, binoculars and a world atlas to track your travels. In her very first year at sea, Queen Anne will visit the Canary Islands, Iceland, the British Isles, Scandinavia and the Mediterranean, among other destinations. The Grand Suite is booked up for 2024, so watch out for Queen Anne's 2025 itinerary and expect to pay a premium for her most luxurious accommodation.

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Moscow Sightseeing

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We will have 2 full days to sightsee in Moscow in June prior to a cruise and would welcome recommendations. We are traveling independently and will have a guide for 2 days. We will also have a car and driver on 1 of those days.

We plan to see the Kremlin, St. Basil's Cathedral, Lenin's mausoleum, GUM Department Store, the Metro and the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. What else should we try to include?

The Kremlin is enormous; what should we be sure to visit?

Unfortunately, it looks as though the Bolshoi will not be performing during our dates, but the circus will be in town. Has anyone seen the Moscow circus? Tickets online are about $100. Worthwhile?

Our hotel is the Moscow Marriott Tverskaya. Has anyone stayed there?

Any recommendations for restaurants or Russian foods to sample?

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We will have 2 full days to sightsee in Moscow in June prior to a cruise and would welcome recommendations. We are traveling independently and will have a guide for 2 days. We will also have a car and driver on 1 of those days. We plan to see the Kremlin, St. Basil's Cathedral, Lenin's mausoleum, GUM Department Store, the Metro and the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. What else should we try to include? The Kremlin is enormous; what should we be sure to visit? Unfortunately, it looks as though the Bolshoi will not be performing during our dates, but the circus will be in town. Has anyone seen the Moscow circus? Tickets online are about $100. Worthwhile? Our hotel is the Moscow Marriott Tverskaya. Has anyone stayed there? Any recommendations for restaurants or Russian foods to sample? Colleen

Hi, Colleen! THANKS for posting this Moscow thread! We did a one-day, fly to Moscow and back, one-day tour from our 2008 cruise ship docking in St. Petersburg. It was a long day and there was lots of time taken in the logistics in and out of this large city of twelve million people, but it all worked well. It was worth visiting there.

As you can see by the pictures below we were focused more around the Kremlin, Red Square, etc. We also did the subway, which was very interesting and beautiful, plus seeing some other well-known structures, including the KGB Headquarters, Bolshoi Theatre, the Stalin-era government towers, etc.

The Kremlin includes many different buildings , but there are a few that are very important. At the top of the list, but not easy to just walk in without special arrangements, is the spectacular Kremlin Palace. Its rooms are large and historically significant. This is where the Czars were crowned and the place where current Russian Presidents are sworn in, hold their receptions, sign treaties, etc. Kremlin’s State Armoury, with the famed eggs & jewels, is a must see. Cathedral Square has three cathedrals within the 68 acres of the Kremlin with its walls and twenty historic towers. The Cathedral of the Annunciation was completed in 1489. Ivan the Great Bell Tower is on this Cathedral Square and is said to mark the exact centre of Moscow. It resemble a burning candle and was completed in 1600. It is 266 ft. high and was, until the 20th Century, the tallest structure in Moscow.

Your hotel is at a little distance for the historic heart of Moscow. Do you want to see some of their art museums and other collections within this town? Will you have a guide for part of your visit to Moscow? That might be helpful to navigate and understand a city where the signs and language are not all user friendly. Let us know your added question and reactions. Enjoy! Terry in Ohio

One of the Kremlin Wall Towers in Moscow:

The interior for Moscow's most historic church inside the Kremlin walls:

Walking on the famed Red Square of Moscow:

Inside the Kremlin’s State Armoury, here are some of the famed eggs & jewels:

Inside the newly, more westernized GUM Department Store:

Moscow’s subways are called the People’s Palace with its marble coverings and unique designs:

Thank you for the wonderful pictures of Moscow!!!! We will also be taking a one day tour of Moscow thru Celebrity. We are so looking forward to it. I did not know that we might stop at Gum Department Store, that would be awesome. Anything else we should be on the look out for??

Thank you for taking the time to post your beautiful photos.

We booked through Mir Travel & have arranged for a driver and guide. We'll arrive in Moscow on a Monday and leave on Thursday for Istanbul. We applied for our independent Russian visas this week, a somewhat time consuming but required process.

I'll check with Mir to see that arrangements have been made for us to see the areas of the Kremlin that you mentioned, particularly the Faberge eggs.

I know that the location of the Marriott Tverskaya isn't as close to Red Square as we might like, but the hotel prices in Moscow are shockingly expensive, among the highest anywhere.

Keep posting your marvelous photos.

THANKS to Laura and Colleen for the nice comments! Much appreciated. On GUM Department Store, it sets right on Red Square and is easy to enter and check out it interior. It looks more and more westernized with its shops, dining options, etc., on the inside. The outside of it is a large, massive late 1800's structure. A new Coach shop was getting ready to open there in the fall of 2008. The State Armoury is great and it is fairly easy to go into there. The Kremlin Palace is the superstar that is much harder to tour. Push for that one, if possible. Read up on the history of Faberge and their production techniques, etc. We had a ship presentation on that background that was very helpful.

I would encourage Colleen to read up ahead on Moscow and push your tour folks to consider carefully your many options. I really like the Eyewitness books that have an excellent mix of text, history, photos, maps, building cut-aways, etc. YES, Moscow is very costly for its hotels. Below are a few more visual previews. Enjoy! Terry in Ohio

The domes of the historic church inside the walls of the Kremlin:

The famed KGB Headquarters in Moscow where many entered and did not exit (alive) during the 1950’s and 1960’s:

One of the 1930’s style building built by Stalin in Moscow:

Kremlin Treasures: Royal coaches:

World’s largest cannon sits inside of the Kremlin walls:

St. Basil's sits on Red Square and dates back to the 1500's/Ivan the Terrible:

All those pictures are wonderful, my dh and I love seeing them!!! If you have more PLEASE post them!!!!!

All those pictures are wonderful, my dh and I love seeing them!!! If you have more PLEASE post them!!!!! Laura

THANKS, Laura, for the nice comments and wishes from you and your dh! Be careful what you wish for. Here are a few more that might be of interest. Lots to see and experience in Moscow. Enjoy! Terry in Ohio

Kazan Cathedral right near Red Square:

The fairly modern Lenin Tomb sits directly on Red Square:

Kremlin Treasures: Some of the Royal books & other items:

Kremlin Treasures: Royal clocks, etc.:

Young Military Officers with Soviet "High Hat":

Another shot from Moscow’s subways with their art and unique designs:

Simply wonderful can not wait to go!!! Thanks again!!!

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Can They Make Me a Moscow Mule?

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Dumb question I know, but I've been wondering this for a while, and I don't think I've seen it answered. Obviously not offered in Vintages, the Martini Bar, or World-Class, but what about at the Sunset Bar or in Michael's?

Also, Pimm's Cup, same question.

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Yes to the Pimms in Michael's Club.

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I was able to get a Moscow Mule at the World Class Bar on Equinox in December.

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Yay! Thanks so much.

Ensemble Lounge or Passport bar (I forget) also offered them on Equinox. They now offer Ginger Beer on the ship which you need for the "mule". :cool:

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The Martini bar, Sunset bar, Passport bar and Ensemble lounge all normally carry both ginger ale and ginger beer, so you shouldn't have a problem (as long as the bartender is somewhat knowledgeable).

so you shouldn't have a problem (as long as the bartender is somewhat knowledgeable).

I don't know about the knowledgeable part...I asked for a Paralyzer in a few bars on my March 2017 B2B Constellation cruise and they had no idea until I finally found a "knowledgeable" bartender midway thru my second cruise. I also asked for a Pain Killer during my 30 days on the ship and no bartender knew how to make one or the desire to google it.

Lived on these on Solstice last October! The barman in Ensemble Lounge made the best one ever. I would often stop by to get one, or he also worked at the Sunset Bar so also got them there during the day. I know Mast Bar also made them but w're not as good IMO.

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Same for us...served in the copper mugs!

We're also on the Solstice. Do you remember his name?

I'm not really going on the cruise to drink, but I need a libation or two in evenings.

If you happen to find yourself on Qsine, they make a mighty fine version of the mule as well.

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I've never found anyone to have the crystalised ginger but they still taste great

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Can you get one on the classic package? They have become a go to of mine here at home!

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What is a Moscow mule? :confused: Never heard of it.

Vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice. Usually served in a special copper mug.

Are they good?

On the Solstice now and I've had several in the Passport bar

Dumb question I know, but I've been wondering this for a while, and I don't think I've seen it answered. Obviously not offered in Vintages, the Martini Bar, or World-Class, but what about at the Sunset Bar or in Michael's?   Also, Pimm's Cup, same question.

Never had a problem getting anything if they had the makings, even if you needed to explain how to make it.

I like them because they're not too sweet, and I really love the spiciness of the ginger. I don't really like sweet drinks, but I can do a Pimm's cup because of the cucumber and lemon.

I believe that when ordering more obscure drinks, or something that you might prefer to be made a certain way, you should know the ingredients and be able to communicate that to the bartender. I would not assume a bartender is going to Google a drink recipe. Perhaps a PARALYZER or PAIN KILLER are well known cocktails, but I have never heard of them.

We enjoy a top-shelf margarita made according to a recipe we enjoy at home. A friendly discussion with the bartenders at the Mast Bar and Michael's Club, along with instructions on the proper preparation, got us service with a smile... and a nearly perfect margarita each time.

Enjoy yourself!

The taste depends on the brand of ginger beer. There is Goslings, Bunderberg and Fever Tree to name the brands that they have had on board. Sometimes if you order one they may also use ginger ale. Fever Tree is rare. A 4 pack of 6.8oz bottles at the lowest price is about $5, available at Sur La Table for $8.

As with most drinks if you change the spirit it is a different drink. Use rum instead of vodka and it is a dark and stormy. That is usually made with Goslings Ginger Beer and Goslings rum. I prefer Kraken rum over the Goslings.

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The taste depends on the brand of ginger beer. There is Goslings, Bunderberg and Fever Tree to name the brands that they have had on board. Sometimes if you order one they may also use ginger ale.

I hope not. Ginger ale is too sweet.

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Yes, Indeedy. I wave may magic wand and -- ping -- you are a Moscow mule.

(Definitely need a cruise).

what is it called when its made with Jameson, ginger beer and lime juice. I just bought those ingredients today but do not know what its called.

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We got them to make Irish Mules, and Kentucky Mules as well.

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If you want to go on an all-inclusive vacation at sea, you no longer need to book an ultra-luxury, ultra-expensive cruise line .

Just sail on Princess Cruises' new ship instead.

In October, Princess says its two-month-old Sun Princess will debut in the US with the company's first-ever Sanctuary Collection, an adult-only lounge exclusive to guests who've booked one of the collection's high-end cabins. These luxurious accommodations comprise 10% of the ship's 2,157 staterooms, including all its suites.

But the Sanctuary's biggest perk arguably isn't the lounge's private pool and restaurant — it's the all-inclusiveness , a rarity among mass-market cruise lines.

It's the Carnival Corp. brand's latest appeal to ultra-luxury cruisers

Mass-market cruise lines like Princess, Royal Caribbean, and Norwegian typically follow the " budget airline " strategy: charge a cheap base fare and offer plenty of irresistible up-charged amenities (like specialty restaurants, as is the case of Sun Princess).

It's a stark contrast to the high-end cruise industry, where all-inclusivity is often considered the standard.

For example, luxury cruise line Explora Journey's fare includes alcoholic beverages, WiFi, and access to the spa — amenities that would typically cost extra on ships like Sun Princess. On Regent Seven Seas , all this, plus excursions, pre-cruise hotels, and roundtrip flights are also included in the cost to sail.

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Over the last few years, Princess has begun following in these high-end cruise lines' foosteps.

In 2022, it launched Princess Premier, an optional inclusive package covering amenities like WiFi, drinks, some upcharged restaurants, and workout classes. It's the same package Sanctuary Collection guests would get, along with the private restaurant and adult-only lounge with cabanas, a pool, and private events.

The exclusive lounge concept is nothing new. Royal Caribbean's two largest cruise liners have a "neighborhood" exclusive to suite guests. The same applies to Norwegian, Celebrity, and MSC Cruises' vessels.

However, while these competing retreats offer perks like drink packages, WiFi, or private restaurants, none are as "inclusive" as Princess'.

In 2024, Sun Princess' Sanctuary cabins start at more than $3,000 per person for a weeklong Caribbean cruise in mid-December. To compare, the cheapest interior cabin for the same itinerary starts shy of $700 per person.

The cruise line says its next ship, Star Princess, which will debut in late September 2025, will also carry the Sanctuary Collection.

Following in the footsteps of high-end, all-inclusive cruise lines could be a wise decision for Princess. These luxury vacations at sea have become increasingly popular as travelers continue to spend big on their trips.

Like Princess, expedition cruise company HX recently shifted to an all-inclusive model as well.

Back on dry land, hotel giants like Hyatt and Marriott have also seen a boom in these "everything free" resorts .

Apparently, every vacationer — whether on water or solid ground — just wants one thing: stress-free poolside lounging with bottomless drinks.

Watch: Inside the world's biggest cruise ship that just set sail

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Princess cruises announces revised 2025 world cruise itineraries.

Uncertainties in the Red Sea and Surrounding Region Prompts Rerouting of Global Voyages

SANTA CLARITA, Calif. , April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Given the ongoing situation in the Red Sea and surrounding area and following extensive consultation with global security experts and government authorities, Princess Cruises is revising the itineraries for its two 2025 World Cruises, which will no longer visit the Middle East or Asia , and now instead, will offer new port stops in Africa and Europe. 

"A Princess World Cruise is truly the voyage of a lifetime and after careful consideration with guidance from global security experts and government authorities, we know our guests will understand and appreciate the change to our upcoming 2025 itineraries to avoid certain areas," said Terry Thornton , chief commercial officer of Princess Cruises. "These global events beyond our control have necessitated these reroutings but we are pleased to continue to ensure these world cruises retain destination-rich itineraries with incredible stops along the west Africa coast and the Mediterranean."

Island Princess World Cruise Sailing from North America on Island Princess, the 116-day World Cruise offers two roundtrip options with departures from both Ft. Lauderdale, embarking January 5, 2025 , and Los Angeles on January 20, 2025 , and ends in Los Angeles on May 17, 2025 . This destination dreamers delight will traverse over 36,700 nautical miles, visiting 46 destinations in 24 countries and six continents. The voyage includes visits to historic Bar, Montenegro and Taranto, Italy , along with inaugural World Cruise calls to the idyllic Greek Island of Patmos and to Volos – for the Monasteries of Meteora.

The revised World Cruise itinerary, from February 16-April 9 , departs Sydney and will travel to Melbourne and Perth , then on to South Africa . From there, the cruise resumes the scheduled itinerary starting in Valletta, Malta on April 9 .

Following is the amended portion of the voyage:

Those guests scheduled to originally depart or join the cruise from Dubai on March 14, 2025 , will now embark or disembark four days earlier on March 9 , in Cape Town, South Africa . Booked guests disembarking in Cape Town will be refunded the amount equivalent to four days of the cruise fare and those joining earlier will not incur an added cost to their cruise fare. All these guests will also receive a $300 onboard credit as a gesture of good will.

Crown Princess World Cruise Departing from Down Under, Crown Princess - the largest ship to ever host a World Cruise - is scheduled to depart Auckland May 31, 2025 ; and Sydney June 4, 2025 ; and sail on a 113-day adventure visiting 42 destinations in 22 countries, across five continents. This cruise will also bypass the Red Sea and surrounding region, including the transit of the Suez Canal. The ship will travel via Africa instead of the Red Sea and Asia itinerary. The fully revised itinerary is currently being finalized and will be communicated shortly.

More information about World Cruise itineraries, plus shorter World Cruise segment options can be found at  http://www.princess.com/worldcruise .

Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-Princess (1-800-774-6237) or by visiting www.princess.com .

About Princess Cruises Princess Cruises is The Love Boat, the world's most iconic cruise brand that delivers dream vacations to millions of guests every year in the most sought-after destinations on the largest ships that offer elite service personalization and simplicity customary of small, yacht-class ships. Well-appointed staterooms, world class dining, grand performances, award-winning casinos and entertainment, luxurious spas, imaginative experiences and boundless activities blend with exclusive Princess MedallionClass service to create meaningful connections and unforgettable moments in the most incredible settings in the world - the Caribbean , Alaska , Panama Canal, Mexican Riviera, Europe , South America , Australia / New Zealand , the South Pacific, Hawaii , Asia , Canada /New England, Antarctica, and World Cruises. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK).

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