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Celebrity Edge Is a Ship Designed to Transform Expectations

Thursday, March 30, 2017 14:46

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Celebrity Edge is a ship designed to transform expectations, and in Sleek Celebrity style, Celebrity Cruise Line’s Michelle Homoki, Sales Director, and Gabriel Rodriquez, District Sales Manager, went all out at Seasons 52 last night introducing their new EDGE Style Ship to a select number of agencies!! Seven Course meal with wine pairings, Swag Bags filled with all sorts of glamorous goodies, and last but never least EDGE, the ship designed to leave the future behind…

Michelle Homoky

Gabriel Rodriquez

Unlike any other ship in the history of cruising, EDGE is the first ship literally built from the inside out. Although EDGE’s outer shell was built in a shipyard like all other ships, the inner-workings, interior design, and technology were all built in Miami inside Celebrity’s “Innovation Lab”, which is comprised of a 3D Technology never used before on cruise lines, which makes Celebrity the first and only cruise line to utilize it. The development of Celebrity’s Innovation Lab makes it incredibly convenient for company executives such as Lisa Lutoff-Perlo (Company President) and Richard D. Fain (Chairman and Chief Executive Officer) to see what is going on without having to fly to and from the shipyard in France.

CELEBRITY EDGE A Ship Designed To Transform Expectations

With regards to EDGE’s style, Celebrity sought out three of the Biggest Names in Design in order to bring to life Celebrity’s vision of EDGE… Designers by the way who have no experience whatsoever in the cruise industry, and this was Celebrity’s brilliant plan from the start! Think about it for a moment, Celebrity bringing in three major designers at the top of their game in their respective fields would bring in a fresh new perspective to ship design! It would take EDGE’s design from the traditional Celebrity look to a whole new level of design never seen before in the cruise line industry… Meet The Design Team:

NATE BERKUS

DESIGN AMBASSADOR

Design icon Nate Berkus is the perfect fit to showcase Celebrity’s cutting-edge innovation and breathtaking design on its newest class of ships. As Design Ambassador, he’ll be bringing his distinctive personality to the launch if Celebrity Edge, hosting a series of Edge Class reveal events. Says Berkus, “I love the idea that we can travel beautifully, and that every moment of the experience-from start to finish—is exceptional. That’s what the Edge Class is all about.

TOM WRIGHT

In the port or at sea, Celebrity Edge stands out with its forward-thinking, transformational modern design.” World-renowned for his striking creations like the Burj Al Arab Hotel in Dubai, Tom Wright was the clear choice to lead the charge on designing Edge’s open decks and distinct exterior profile.

KELLY HOPPEN

London designer Kelly Hoppen took the lead on the design of the ship’s staterooms and suites—bringing her deceptively simple, warm, harmonious design sense into the spaces that serve as guests’ primary vacation retreat. When asked what drew her to the project, Hoppen says “It was exciting to explore the precise balance between the excitement of travel and the comfort of a luxurious personal space.

The most impacted areas of the ship in terms of design would have to be ACCOMMODATIONS and OPEN AREAS; by far based on the information shared last night, these areas are the most transformed areas as compared to (dare I say ANY SHIP) period. For these areas, both Tom Wright and Kelly Hoppen were commissioned to transform the accommodations (Kelly Hoppen) and open areas (Tom Wright). The results were astounding!

It is one thing to transform a room, it’s quite another to make a statement and see it in the results, and that’s what Kelly Hoppen did with EDGE’s staterooms… In her own words,”Where you sleep and wake up whether on land or sea, is the most important part of your day. The environment you’re in can absolutely change the way you feel”.

Internationally-Renowned Architect Tom Wright not only transformed the open areas of the ship, but turned the traditional plans inside out in order to bring to realize his vision of Modern Luxury…

EDGE Facts:

Occupancy: 2,908
Length: 1,004 Feet
Draught: 27 Feet
Tonnage: 129,500
Beam: 128 Feet
Cruise Speed: 21.8 Knots

EDGE Sailings:

Eastern Caribbean Cruise: December 16th, 2018
Eastern Caribbean Holiday Cruise: December 23rd, 2018
Eastern Caribbean Holiday Cruise: December 30th, 2018
Western Caribbean Cruise: January 06th, 2019

EDGE Dining Options:

LUMINAE: Luminae offers a complimentary Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner to ALL Suite Class Guests…
MAIN RESTAURANT: The Main Restaurant is Celebrity EDGE’s centerpiece of their immersive and enriching range of culinary experiences.
QSINE: Qsine offers a culinary experience that delivers elements of wonder and charm.
BLU: Blu offers a complimentary Breakfast and Dinner to ALL Aqua Class Guests
MURANO: World-Class Cuisine and Comfortable Elegance can be found at Murano
OCEAN LINERS: Ocean Liners celebrates the bygone era of notable transatlantic crossing ships.
TUSCAN GRILLE: Traditional Italian Style + Artisanal Italian Flair & Contemporary Italian Influences = TUSCAN GRILLE
SUSHI ON FIVE: In afdition to 5-Star Sushi, Sushi On Five offers Premium & Super Premium Sake and REAL WASABI!
SILK HARVEST: Take a journey to the far east with Silk Harvest as it provides a blend of Chinese, Japanese, Thai, & Vietnamese Cuisine.
LAWN CLUB GRILL: Available only aboard Celebrity’s Reflection, Silhouette, and now EDGE, Lawn Club Grill offers the joys of outdoor grilling.
CAFE AL BACIO & GELATERIA: Cafe al Bacio & Gelateria is a great place to unwind and relax with a cup of espresso, some gelato, or both!
THE PORCH: Open only for lunch and dinner, The Porch offers fresh seafood, salads, and soups with a view
CASUAL DINING: If you’re not in the mood for the Main Dining Room or Specialty Restaurant, visit the EDGE’s Buffet
ROOM SERVICE: Feeling too relaxed? 24-Hour In-Stateroom Dining Is Available!

EDGE Entertainment Options:

ROOFTOP TERRACE: Kick back and catch a flick under the stars with theme cocktails and snacks…
WORLD CLASS BAR: World Class Bar is where fine dining meets the spirited world of cocktails.
GASTROBAR: Comfort food and Craft Beer Enthusiasts UNITE!! Experience over 40 handcrafted boutique beers.
SLUSH: As the name implies, chill out with a flurry of fresh frozen cocktails located poolside
MARTINI BAR & CRUSH: Ice-Topped Bar, Talented Bartenders, & High-Energy Martini Mixology Show Starts HERE!
ENSEMBLE LOUNGE: The Ensemble Lounge is the best quick-stop before heading to the dining room.
PASSPORT BAR: First, but not the last place you’ll stop to sink into a chair and enjoy a cocktail…
CELLAR MASTERS: Cellar Masters is Celebrity’s Wine Bar, where you’ll be able to immerse yourself in Wine Culture!
SUNSET BAR: Watch the sun set on the water while listening to pop and folk tunes from a live guitarist.
SKY OBSERVATION LOUNGE: By day it’s a refuge for sea-gazing with a cocktail. By night it’s a party with music & dancing!!
MICHAEL’S CLUB: A private lounge for those Suite Class Guests who want to get away from the hustle & bustle
RENDEZVOUS LOUNGE: Perfect place to gather before dinner for cocktails and dancing
QUASAR:Celebrity’s retro-chic nightclub for the late-night crowd
POOL & MAST BAR: Transition from the latest hits of cool Ibiza Beach and hot Latin House rhythms while sipping on refreshing cocktails, frozen specialties and non-alcoholic drinks!

There is so much more, but don’t take our word for it, here’s Nate to tell you everything you’ll ever need to know about this fabulous ship…

In Conclusion

In conclusion, Celebrity Cruise line has LITERALLY only shared 25% of what the Celebrity Edge will have to offer. In fact, The puzzle below sets everything in perspective as to what has actually been talked about – 3 Pieces Of The Puzzle, THAT’S IT! However, in the coming months they will share much more information on the cuisine and entertainment you’ll find on this innovative new ship, so stay tuned!