Major Cruise Line Returns to Southampton for 2028 Summer Sailings

The third ship of the brand's Edge Series will return to Europe for the first time since 2023

Premium cruise line Celebrity Cruises has announced Celebrity Beyond will sail from Southampton in Summer 2028.

The third ship of the brand’s Edge Series will return to Europe for the first time since 2023, offering seven-to-14-night sailings from the UK to destinations including Norway, Iceland and Scandinavia.

Beginning in November 2026, a renewed Celebrity Beyond will introduce enhanced outdoor escapes on board, including:

  • Orange Peel Bar & Grille: Orange Peel Bar & Grille anchors the poolside experience with a menu built for sun-soaked days. The venue features smashburgers and other grilled favourites alongside frozen cocktails. Guests can enjoy service whether seated nearby or relaxing poolside.

  • Tacos del Sol: Tacos del Sol introduces a casual, open-air concept centred around bold, Mexican-inspired flavours. The venue features a build-your-own taco stand with a range of options and fresh toppings for poolside dining.

  • Celebrity Pool Club: Guests can dive in with more shade, more personalised service, more entertainment, and some unexpected treats at the new Celebrity Pool Club on Celebrity Beyond. Visit the Pool Valet for poolside services and amenities like sunscreen or a chilled towel, or guests can go VIP with a cabana featuring dedicated service, elevated sips and bites, and a front row seat to the action.

  • Set against panoramic ocean views, Bora brings a Mediterranean-inspired rooftop concept to Celebrity Beyond. First introduced on Celebrity Xcel, the venue shifts from day-to-night offering a lively brunch featuring customisable cocktails, while evenings are centred on chef-led tableside dishes and shareable plates.

In addition to Celebrity Beyond, Celebrity Apex will welcome its new 12-night British Isles sailing, including Celebrity Cruises’ first-ever visit to Galway, Ireland.

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