Celebrity Eclipse debuts in the South Pacific region, setting sail for world-class beaches, majestic fjords, and enchanting tropical islands

  For travellers with their heart set on a dream holiday sailing the captivating coastlines of Down Under, the wait is finally over. Today marks a new beginning, as Celebrity Cruises celebrates its highly anticipated return to Australian and New Zealand waters.   On Saturday, Celebrity Eclipse set sail from Sydney, Australia, allowing guests to Journey WonderFULL on a 12-night itinerary exploring the ruggedly scenic wilderness of New Zealand. This voyage is the first of 17 sailings departing from Sydney and Auckland through April 2023, and the first for Celebrity Eclipse in Australian, New Zealand and South Pacific waters.   Guests onboard the award-winning Celebrity Eclipse will be treated to experiences as enchanting as the cosmopolitan cities, stunning beaches, and exotic wildlife they will explore as part of the season’s enhanced onboard and shore-side experiences, with a focus on luxury and relaxation, destination immersion, and culinary exploration.   “The return Down Under has been long-awaited but someday has finally arrived! Celebrity Eclipse is the first Celebrity ship to sail this region for 930 days - a momentous occasion for the brand and our team members who have worked so hard to get to this point; and the first of many WonderFULL sailings ahead,” said Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, President and CEO of Celebrity Cruises. “Returning to this region is another significant milestone in the industry’s global recovery, as we sail forward into a bright future.”   Celebrity Cruises Vice President and Managing Director of Australia and APAC, Tim Jones, added, “We’ve been patiently waiting for this moment for so long, and to finally see the freshly painted blue hull of Celebrity Eclipse slice through the waters of Sydney Harbour didn’t disappoint. We were one of the remaining major cruise markets to return to service, and we are really proud to be contributing to the tourism industries of Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific once more, alongside rebuilding the economy of key coastal communities.   “Continuing our momentum in the region, next year we’ll be taking the guest experience to the ‘Edge’ with the debut season of Celebrity Edge Down Under! It’s the great outdoors that makes this region truly exceptional and we can’t wait to welcome an equally exceptional ship that’s been uniquely designed to connect guests with their surroundings. Whether you’re flying Down Under to join us, or stepping aboard from your front door, Celebrity Edge is a chance to explore our exotic landscapes like never before, all while sailing in complete luxury. ”   Highlights of Celebrity’s 2022-23 season Down Under include:  

• Discover the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef from above and below with a choice of multiple exceptional experiences from privately chartered yachts to scenic helicopter rides
• Savour some of the country’s most revered wines poured by the winemakers themselves during the first-ever Australian food and wine itinerary to Melbourne, Adelaide and Hobart;
• Enjoy a new overnight opportunity in Hobart, Cairns and Adelaide to experience the vibrant nightlife in each of these capital cities;
• Stay longer in port with 8pm departures from popular destinations such as Melbourne, Brisbane and Christchurch;
• The popular Auckland to Fiji voyage makes a comeback, departing for the first time in January, and providing New Zealand guests the opportunity to enjoy this much-loved cruise for the holiday season;
• Three South Pacific Island itineraries taking guests to some of the world’s most beautiful islands;
• And, a new transpacific sailing at the end of the season, seamlessly transporting guests between Sydney and Honolulu and crossing the international date line.

  Boasting 21 world-class restaurants and bars, stylish accommodation, an exclusive resort-within-a-resort area for suite guests at The Retreat®, plus an array of indulgent treatments at The Spa, Celebrity Eclipse exudes relaxed luxury. For guests looking to relax outdoors, Celebrity Eclipse is one of the only ships in the world featuring a ½ acre of real lawn grass. Appropriately named, The Lawn Club, this area of the ship is the perfect spot to play outdoor games, watch a movie, enjoy live music, enjoy endless ocean views, or catch some sun.   And, because holidays should be effortless from the start, guests can choose to have Wi-Fi, drinks and service charges All Included^SM, simplifying the luxury sailing experience.   For more information on all sailings available onboard Celebrity Eclipse this 2022-23 season or to book, call 0800 441 4054, visit www.celebritycruises.com/gb or talk to your travel agent.   

Celebrity Cruises has now got its entire fleet sailing again. It marked a full fleet return with Celebrity Infinity returning to service The ship is also the last one to resume sailing out of Royal Caribbean Group’s entire fleet. Celebrity Infinity is sailing in the Caribbean from Port Everglades, Florida. It had not sailed for nearly 900 days. “This not only caps an incredible journey but sets a course for a whole new world of possibilities for our brand and for cruise travel,” said Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, president and CEO of Celebrity Cruises. Celebrity Infinity will offer seven-night Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries. “Our full return would not be possible without the tireless effort and unwavering commitment of our crew, Lutoff-Perlo added.

Celebrity Cruises unveiled a 2023 -2024 year-round program in the Mediterranean. It is the first winter season in the Mediterranean , which will be operated on Celebrity Infinity. Highlights include the Pyramids of Egypt, Acropolis of Athens, and one of the oldest cities in the world, Jerusalem. Celebrity Infinity will kick off her winter season on nine and 10-night itineraries on the Iberian Peninsula. Rotating between departures from Barcelona, Spain, and Lisbon, Portugal, guests will visit Palma de Mallorca, Seville, and more. From October 2023 to January 2024, Infinity will call Barcelona home sailing 11- and 12-night itineraries and returns to Morocco for the first time since 2008. Capping off the winter season, Infinity will then return to Greece, in February and March 2024 for 10- and 11-night itineraries travelling three continents, including The Great Pyramids, the Acropolis, The Temple of Artemis, and more. “Being able to sail through the Mediterranean all winter will open up infinite possibilities for our guests,” said Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, President and CEO of Celebrity Cruises.