Celebrity Apex
Edge class · Northern Europe & Fjords
The second Edge-class ship, Celebrity Apex entered service in 2020 and began full-scale cruises in 2021. With 130,818 GT and capacity for 2,910 guests, she is a well-balanced size within the series. Recent itineraries have focused on Northern Europe from Southampton, including the Norwegian fjords and the Baltic Sea, with summer 2027 sailings from the same port scheduled. Her expanded outdoor viewing spaces make her well suited to scenic cruises.
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For travelers from Japan
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
Japanese-speaking staff and menus
Payment in yen not accepted
Smoking in designated areas only
English text in preparation.
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At a glance
What is included and what costs extra
- Meals (main restaurants)Included
- AlcoholExtra charge
- GratuitiesIncluded
- Wi‑FiExtra charge
- Specialty diningExtra charge
- Extra chargeDrinks (one beer)$8-14
- Extra chargeSoft drinks and water$4.75
- Extra chargeDrink package$80/day (premium).
- Extra chargeWi‑Fi$21 (Basic) / $26.99-$32.99 (Premium) per night.
- Extra chargeGratuities (automatic service charge)$19.50 per day (Interior, Ocean View, Veranda), $20.50 per day (Concierge, AquaClass), $24.50 per day (The Retreat). Applies to new bookings made on or after July 31, 2026
- Extra chargeSpa (60 minutes)$150
- Extra chargeLaundryThere are no self-service laundry rooms, only a paid valet (pickup) service. In addition to per-item pricing (about $7 for a shirt, about $4 for a T-shirt, etc.), there are flat-rate bag plans (Wash and Fold $59.99, Wash and Press $71.99, a 3-bag set $149.99, etc.). Next-day finishing is standard, and same-day finishing (Express) costs about 1.5 times the regular price. Top-tier loyalty members (Elite/Elite Plus/Zenith) get a free allowance.
- Shore excursionsExtra; varies by port
Prices are shown in the onboard currency; no currency conversion is applied.
Boarding, atmosphere, and links
- Japan departures: No
- Home ports: Rome (Civitavecchia), Mediterranean ports (depending on the season)
- Departure ports: Rome (Civitavecchia), Athens
- All ages
- Upscale and modern, with Italian and Mediterranean elegance, appealing from younger adults through middle-aged and older guests.
- Quality-oriented passengers departing from Europe. International clientele.
Ship character
- • Norwegian fjord scenery
- • Travelers departing from England
- • Adults seeking moderate-sized ships
- • Travelers seeking tropical beaches
- • Guests requiring Japanese-language support
- • Families seeking extensive children’s facilities
Cruise stories and videos on external sites
5 linksThese are articles and videos by other publishers, not Cruise Atlas. Their content is their own and has not been reviewed by us. Links open in a new tab.
- Personal blogEnglishMy Norwegian Fjords Cruise Onboard Celebrity Apex Trip Report
cruisehols.co.uk · Link checked Oct 4, 2026
- Personal blogEnglish7 Day Cruise On The Celebrity Apex And Review of The Cruise And Ship
guystravelblog.wordpress.com · Sailed Jan 17, 2026 · Link checked Oct 5, 2026
- YouTubeEnglishCelebrity Apex Pt.1 - Embark, Lunch Buffet, Cabin Tour, Martini Bar, Tuscan Dinner, Beatles Tribute
youtube.com · Link checked Oct 5, 2026
- Personal blogEnglishAboard the Celebrity Apex
blog.henrypoon.com · Link checked Oct 4, 2026
- Personal blogEnglishCelebrity Apex Ship Review › This Cruise Life
thiscruiselife.com · Link checked Oct 4, 2026
Sources
- Officialcelebritycruises.com
- Encyclopediaen.wikipedia.org
- Encyclopediaen.wikipedia.org (2)
- Officialcelebritycruises.com (2)
Source: Wikipedia “Celebrity Apex”, “Edge-class cruise ship” (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Cabins by category
| Cabins | Size | Occupancy and beds | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
Interior Cabin A compact cabin without a window. | — | 2-3 people Double bed or twin beds | |
Oceanview Cabin An ocean-view cabin with a window. | — | 2-3 people Double bed or twin beds | Window |
Balcony Cabin With private balconies. About 81% of all cabins. 1,188 cabins | — | 2-3 people Double bed or twin beds | Balcony |
Suite - The Retreat A high-quality suite. Comes with The Retreat private lounge and various privileges. | — | 2-3 people Double bed | BalconyConcierge |
Approximate figures from official and reliable sources. Cabins vary by ship, category, and sailing.
Families, adults-only areas, and practical information
- • The Solarium — Adults-only pool and spa area offering a quiet, relaxing space.
- Onboard currency
- USD
- Gratuities
- Charged automatically: the gratuity is added to your SeaPass (onboard payment card) account for each night. Prepayment is also possible, and after boarding you can adjust or remove the amount at Guest Relations. Importantly, since the revision of October 4, 2023, choosing an All Included fare (formerly Always Included) no longer includes the daily gratuities for stateroom attendants and dining staff, which are charged automatically on top (the only thing included is a service charge equivalent to 20% on drink costs within the drinks package).
- Payment
- Cashless onboard
- Voltage
- Both 110V (North American style) and 220V (European style) are available in the cabin.
- Formal nights
- 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).
- Medical facilities
- Each ship has a medical center staffed by doctors and nurses. Consultations are charged: a general consultation during office hours is reported to cost around $100, while after-hours visits and cabin visits cost more ($165 to $205 or so). Nurse visits generally cost about half the doctor's fee, and charges are billed to your SeaPass account.
- Bringing items onboard
- On embarkation day only, each adult may bring up to 1 bottle of wine/champagne (750 ml) (boxed wine and the like are not allowed). If it is opened and drunk in restaurants, bars and the like, a corkage fee of about $35 per bottle applies, but this is waived for holders of the Classic/Premium drinks package and when drinking in your cabin. Other alcohol purchased at ports of call is held by staff at boarding and returned near the final day of the cruise.
- Mobile and connectivity
- Mobile phone roaming at sea (Cellular at Sea) follows each person's own carrier's maritime roaming rate plan and is not a Celebrity charge. Messaging and calls via a Wi-Fi package are priced under a separate system, so to avoid roaming charges, airplane mode plus onboard Wi-Fi is generally recommended.
- Japanese support
- Staff —Menus —Announcements —
Dining
Main dining room with four different themed rooms.
Hours: Dinner (rotating)
A distinctive themed room within the main dining area.
Hours: Dinner (rotating)
A French-themed room within the main dining area.
Hours: Dinner (rotating)
An Italian-themed room within the main dining area.
Hours: Dinner (rotating)
An upscale gastronomy restaurant with a la carte or course options.
- A la carte dishes$60
- 7-course signature dinner$120
- Wine pairing (extra charge)$70
A steakhouse specializing in the finest dry-aged beef.
- Prime beef steak$45-55
- Lobster tail$38
- Seafood platter$42
Simple, refined grilled dishes served in scenic rooftop garden seating.
- Grilled vegetables$25 (lunch) / $35 (dinner)
- Steak grill$32 (lunch) / $42 (dinner)
- Grilled fish$28 (lunch) / $38 (dinner)
An authentic French bistro with the chef's carefully selected a la carte dishes.
- Foie gras$28
- Lobster bisque$22
- French desserts$12
Fresh sushi and sashimi, available à la carte from 1 piece.
- Sushi 1 piece$4-8
- Sashimi assortment$32
- Sushi rolls$12-18
Facilities and activities
Movable platform that travels up and down the ship's side and transforms into a bar, restaurant, or observation space.
Rooftop garden area with a restaurant and observation space.
Adults-only pool and spa area offering a quiet, relaxing space.
Lounge exclusively for suite guests, with dining, drinks, and concierge services.
Night show featuring singers, dancers, and comedians.
Multiple indoor and outdoor pools.
Full-service spa and massage.