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Edge class · Mediterranean, Caribbean & Bahamas
Launched in November 2025, Celebrity Xcel is the newest ship in the Edge series and advances the series' design further. It retains features such as the Magic Carpet movable platform extending from the ship's side and the Infinite Veranda, where lowering the window turns the room into a balcony, while refreshing its dining areas and adding multilayered dining spaces connecting indoors and outdoors. Although it is a large ship of about 140,000 tons with capacity for 3,260 guests, its atmosphere is oriented toward relaxed adults, and children's facilities are present but not the main focus. In its debut year, it is scheduled to alternate between the Mediterranean and the Caribbean; it is scheduled to depart from Miami in winter 2026 and return to Europe in summer 2027.
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A guide to public baths, Japanese food and language support, payment in yen, smoking, dress codes and power outlets, based on available official and other sources. Details may vary by itinerary and season. Check the official website for current information.
Similar facilities, such as a thermal suite
Confirmed services
Japanese-speaking staff and menus
Payment in yen not accepted
Smoking in designated areas only
Formal nights
Line-wide details: The number of "Evening Chic" nights varies with cruise length: about 1 for cruises under 7 nights, 2 for 7 to 11 nights, and 3 for 12 nights or more (participation is optional, and it is not a mandatory formal night).
Plug types: B, F
Line-wide details: Both 110V (North American style) and 220V (European style) are available in the cabin.
English text in preparation.
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The basic fare includes only meals such as main dining and buffet. Selecting the Always Included fare adds a Classic drinks package and Basic Wi-Fi at no additional charge. Crew gratuities (tips) are charged automatically. Specialty restaurants and shore excursions are charged separately.
Prices are shown in the onboard currency; no currency conversion is applied.
Celebrity Xcel improves fuel efficiency with an efficient hull design featuring a bulbous bow and ABB Azipod electric propulsion. Nitrogen oxides and sulfur oxides are substantially removed. It also supports shore-power connections.
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Source: Wikipedia “Celebrity Xcel”, “Edge-class cruise ship” (CC BY-SA 4.0)
The cheapest category on the ship. It has no window or balcony, but the basic amenities are well equipped, including a king bed (premium bedding), a mini-fridge and an interactive HDTV.
Decks 3 and 6-12, mainly on the lower to mid levels
A no-balcony cabin with large ocean-view windows. Accessible cabins are also available.
Decks 3, 6, and 8-9
Standard balcony category, including rooms with the Infinite Veranda, the motorized movable glass window that is a hallmark of the Edge class. Higher categories such as Deluxe and Sunset (corner cabins) are also available.
Decks 6-12; largest category, with balcony staterooms comprising about 81% of the total
Entry- to mid-level categories of The Retreat (suite class). Suite benefits shared across them include a dedicated butler, the private restaurant Luminae, and a private sundeck.
Decks 6-12; upper-tier Royal Suite/Celebrity Suite concentrated on Deck 12
The top suite of Xcel (the newest Edge-class ship). It has a large balcony with a hot tub and a living room, and is located at the bow on Deck 12.
Deck 12 forward (The Retreat top level)
| Cabins | Size | Occupancy and beds | Features | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Inside Stateroom The cheapest category on the ship. It has no window or balcony, but the basic amenities are well equipped, including a king bed (premium bedding), a mini-fridge and an interactive HDTV. Decks 3 and 6-12, mainly on the lower to mid levels | 17–19 m² (183–205 ft²) | 2-4 people King bed (can be split into twins). Some rooms accommodate up to 4 guests with an added sofa bed. | Celebrity Xcel cabin overview | |
Oceanview Stateroom A no-balcony cabin with large ocean-view windows. Accessible cabins are also available. Decks 3, 6, and 8-9 | 19–22 m² (205–237 ft²) | 2-4 people King bed (convertible to twins) + sofa bed. | Window: Yes | Celebrity Xcel cabin overview |
Infinite Veranda / Balcony Stateroom Standard balcony category, including rooms with the Infinite Veranda, the motorized movable glass window that is a hallmark of the Edge class. Higher categories such as Deluxe and Sunset (corner cabins) are also available. Decks 6-12; largest category, with balcony staterooms comprising about 81% of the total | 19–27 m² (205–291 ft²) | 2-4 people King bed (convertible to twins) + sofa bed. | Balcony: YesWindow: YesConnecting: Yes | Celebrity Xcel cabin overview |
Sky Suite / Celebrity Suite / Royal Suite (The Retreat) Entry- to mid-level categories of The Retreat (suite class). Suite benefits shared across them include a dedicated butler, the private restaurant Luminae, and a private sundeck. Decks 6-12; upper-tier Royal Suite/Celebrity Suite concentrated on Deck 12 | 24–64 m² (258–689 ft²) | 2-4 people King bed + sofa bed. Upper categories include an oval hot tub shower | Balcony: YesWindow: YesConcierge: Yes | Check on The Retreat page |
Iconic Suite / Penthouse Suite The top suite of Xcel (the newest Edge-class ship). It has a large balcony with a hot tub and a living room, and is located at the bow on Deck 12. Deck 12 forward (The Retreat top level) | 111–240 m² (1,195–2,583 ft²) | 6 people 2 king beds (convertible to twins). Multiple-bedroom configuration | Balcony: YesWindow: YesConcierge: Yes | Check on The Retreat page |
Concierge Class / AquaClass Stateroom | — | — | Balcony: YesWindow: YesConcierge: Yes |
Approximate figures from official and reliable sources. Cabins vary by ship, category, and sailing.Links generally lead to official pages; some have not been verified.
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One of the main dining venues included in the fare. A course menu based on modern American cuisine.
Hours: Breakfast and dinner focused. Choose flexible dining (Celebrity Select Dining) or fixed seating
A main dining room whose concept is simple, clean cuisine that makes the most of Mediterranean ingredients.
Hours: Breakfast and dinner centered
A main dining room serving modern French cuisine reminiscent of a Parisian summer.
Hours: Breakfast and dinner centered
A main dining room with an interior inspired by Italian cinema and fashion.
Hours: Breakfast and dinner centered
A large buffet with sea views, where guests choose what they like from multiple stations.
Hours: Breakfast and lunch use made-to-order stations; dinner features an international rotating menu
A free light-meal cafe inside Eden, a glass-enclosed three-level atrium space.
Hours: Focused on morning to midday
A modern dining venue in a glass-enclosed, three-level atrium space, surrounded by a lively wall of plants, where you can enjoy dishes from around the world without borders.
A course menu inspired by journeys around the world, overseen by Michelin-starred chef Daniel Boulud. A high-priced specialty restaurant.
A steakhouse centered on classic steaks and meat dishes. A standard paid restaurant on Edge-class ships.
An immersive dining experience with 3D animations projected on the table, where chef characters appear to cook while real dishes are served.
A seafood specialty restaurant where guests order sushi, sashimi, lobster rolls, and more a la carte.
A movable glass-walled platform that rises and falls along the ship's side to a height of 13 decks above the sea. Its use changes day by day, serving as a bar, restaurant, observation deck, and more; it is the ship's biggest signature attraction.
A multi-sensory space with a three-story atrium, surrounded by plant walls and full-height glass windows. By day it functions as a cafe and cocktail bar, and at night it also becomes a stage for a specialty restaurant and performances.
Rooftop garden with two glass-enclosed plunge pools extending over the sea; expanded on Celebrity Xcel.
Main theater offering free original production shows using the latest video technology.
Casino with slot machines and table games; for guests aged 21 and over; non-smoking.
Wellness center offering massages, facials, and beauty treatments.
Free kids program for ages 3–12, divided into Shipmates, Cadets, and Captains.
Large gym with a hot yoga room, advanced cycling equipment for RYDE, and boxing classes.
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