If you’ve sailed with Celebrity Cruises in the past, you’re already familiar with their elevated style and thoughtful service, onboard some of the most beautiful ships at sea. But there’s always something new on the horizon; here are the top 5 things you should know about Celebrity Cruises in 2026.
The first-ever Royal Beach Club in Europe is set to open this summer, and you can visit with Celebrity Cruises.
The new beach club is part of the Ultimate Santorini shore excursion, a three-town tour of must-see landmarks. The journey begins with a scenic ferry ride along Santorini’s breathtaking coastline as you make your way to Royal Beach Club Santorini. The excursion includes visits to the charming village of Oia and the vibrant capital of Fira, each offering incredible views of the caldera framed by iconic blue-domed rooftops. Each pass provides entrance to Royal Beach Club Santorini, which includes access to a volcanic black sand beach along the Aegean Sea, complimentary gourmet beachfront dining, umbrellas, loungers, Wi-Fi, and so much more.
Celebrity Solstice is the first of the Solstice Series ships to be made new again, and the revamped ship will welcome guests for reimagined vacation experiences starting in March 2026.
Each of the 1,479 staterooms on Celebrity Solstice are getting an upgrade, and renewed experiences can be found throughout the ship. New features include Boulevard Lounge, a brand-new, intimate entertainment venue; Boulevard Bar, offering handcrafted cocktails before or after a show—or both; Celebrity Barcade, a new, elevated sports bar, the perfect place to both watch and play games; Trattoria Rossa, an Italian hideaway that blends opulence with modern design and authentic table-side preparations; Fine Cut Steakhouse, the Forbes Travel Guide-rated, Edge Series favourite steakhouse.
Sunset Park will transform the top deck of Celebrity Solstice, where guests can enjoy unparalleled views from a half acre outdoor oasis. Four brand-new stateroom categories offer more ways to stay: The Panoramic Infinite Veranda Suite, Deluxe Panoramic Oceanview Suite, Panoramic Ocean View Suite and Deluxe Panoramic Ocean View. Bow-to-stern enhancements also include a design refresh to many more venues: Café Al Bacio, Cellar Masters, World Class Bar, Martini Bar, Pool Bar, Passport Bar, Blu (exclusive to AquaClass guests), Luminae (exclusive to guests of The Retreat) the Fitness Center, and Camp at Sea.
Six hundred miles from mainland Ecuador, a unique and diverse ecosystem known as the Galápagos Islands remains one of the rarest bucket list items. The islands are one of the most extraordinary places on Earth, full of unique wildlife and stunning scenery.
The Galapagos is the centre of attention on Celebrity Flora, an exclusive, 100-passenger mega-yacht designed specifically and purposefully for sailing in the region. Guests enjoy best-in-class, all-inclusive accommodations, elevated culinary offerings, and Celebrity Cruises’ award-winning hospitality. Itineraries led by Galapagos National Park expert naturalists immerse guests in the destination each day, as they take in the breathtaking nature and wildlife of the diverse volcanic island archipelago. On every Celebrity Flora sailing, travellers can look forward to once-in-a-lifetime experiences—from glamping under the stars onboard, to snorkelling with sea lions, kayaking with sea turtles, coastal explorations along volcanic cliffs and guided tours with giant tortoises.
A cruise to Alaska is high on the wish list of many travellers, but did you know you can explore Alaska by land and sea with Celebrity Cruises?
These expertly led land tours take you deep into the heart of Alaska and include locations that can’t be reached in any other way. On your Alaska Cruise Tour, you’ll stay in the finest lodgings available in the Alaskan interior and enjoy a balance of included experiences and time to explore on your own. A highlight of every Cruise Tour is a scenic ride on the Wilderness Express rail cars that travel on the Alaska railroad that extends from Anchorage to Fairbanks. Enjoy 360-degree views from dome windows, reclining leather seats, spacious interiors, fine cuisine prepared by the onboard chef in the dining section, along with full bar service at your seat.
In September 2026, Celebrity Solstice will bring guests on a once-in-a-lifetime, 110-night Grand Voyage from Canada to Southeast Asia. A record length itinerary for Celebrity, the Grand Voyage will journey to 55 destinations across 15 countries with no repeated ports, aboard the newly refurbished ship.
It’s an adventure that will give you the bragging rights to say you sailed through all four hemispheres on one vacation. This unparalleled vacation experience includes eight overnight stays so guests can enjoy even more time in select locations. Each Grand Voyage segment can be booked individually for a curated sailing that suits you.
2026 Grand Voyage Segments
9-Night Hawaii
18-Night Treasures of Tahiti & Fiji
13-Night Best of New Zealand
10-Night Australia Wine & Tasmania
12-Night South Pacific Islands
16-Night Australia Cruise
10-Night Singapore, Malaysia & Thailand
15-Night Thailand & Vietnam Holiday
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