CELEBRITY CRUISES IS MAKING ITS CLASSICS NEW AGAIN, INVESTING OVER $250 MILLION TO MODERNIZE ITS SOLSTICE SERIES SHIPS
Celebrity Cruises (RCL) announced a major $250 million investment to modernize its Solstice Series ships, starting with Celebrity Solstice in March 2026. The renovation includes eight new experiences with four new-to-sea spaces and comprehensive upgrades to all 1,479 staterooms. Key additions include the Boulevard Lounge for entertainment, Trattoria Rossa for Italian dining, Fine Cut Steakhouse, and the Sunset Park outdoor oasis.
The modernization features enhanced suite accommodations in The Retreat, new stateroom categories, and refreshed AquaClass rooms with wellness amenities. Celebrity Solstice will offer itineraries in Asia, Australia, Alaska, and a special 110-night Grand Voyage visiting over 55 ports from September to December 2026.
Celebrity Cruises (RCL) ha annunciato un importante investimento di 250 milioni di dollari per modernizzare le navi della serie Solstice, a partire dalla Celebrity Solstice nel marzo 2026. La ristrutturazione comprende otto nuove esperienze con quattro spazi inediti in mare e un ampio aggiornamento di tutte le 1.479 cabine. Tra le novità principali figurano il Boulevard Lounge per l'intrattenimento, la Trattoria Rossa per la cucina italiana, il Fine Cut Steakhouse e l'oasi all'aperto Sunset Park.
La modernizzazione prevede miglioramenti nelle suite di The Retreat, nuove categorie di cabine e il rinnovo delle camere AquaClass con servizi dedicati al benessere. La Celebrity Solstice proporrà itinerari in Asia, Australia, Alaska e un esclusivo Grand Voyage di 110 notti che visiterà oltre 55 porti da settembre a dicembre 2026.
Celebrity Cruises (RCL) anunció una importante inversión de 250 millones de dólares para modernizar sus barcos de la Serie Solstice, comenzando con el Celebrity Solstice en marzo de 2026. La renovación incluye ocho nuevas experiencias con cuatro espacios inéditos en el mar y una actualización completa de las 1,479 cabinas. Las principales incorporaciones son el Boulevard Lounge para entretenimiento, la Trattoria Rossa para cocina italiana, el Fine Cut Steakhouse y el oasis al aire libre Sunset Park.
La modernización presenta mejoras en las suites de The Retreat, nuevas categorías de camarotes y la renovación de las habitaciones AquaClass con servicios de bienestar. El Celebrity Solstice ofrecerá itinerarios en Asia, Australia, Alaska y un especial Grand Voyage de 110 noches que visitará más de 55 puertos de septiembre a diciembre de 2026.
Celebrity Cruises (RCL)은 2026년 3월 Celebrity Solstice를 시작으로 솔스티스 시리즈 선박을 현대화하기 위해 2억 5천만 달러의 대규모 투자를 발표했습니다. 이번 리노베이션에는 4개의 새로운 해상 공간과 8가지 새로운 경험이 포함되며, 총 1,479개의 스테이트룸 전면 업그레이드가 이루어집니다. 주요 추가 시설로는 엔터테인먼트 공간인 Boulevard Lounge, 이탈리안 다이닝 Trattoria Rossa, Fine Cut Steakhouse, 그리고 야외 오아시스 Sunset Park가 있습니다.
현대화 작업에는 The Retreat의 스위트 객실 개선, 새로운 스테이트룸 카테고리 추가, 웰니스 시설이 갖춰진 AquaClass 객실 리프레시가 포함됩니다. Celebrity Solstice는 아시아, 호주, 알래스카를 포함한 일정과 2026년 9월부터 12월까지 55개 이상의 항구를 방문하는 110박 그랜드 보야지를 선보일 예정입니다.
Celebrity Cruises (RCL) a annoncé un investissement majeur de 250 millions de dollars pour moderniser ses navires de la série Solstice, à commencer par le Celebrity Solstice en mars 2026. La rénovation comprend huit nouvelles expériences avec quatre espaces inédits en mer et une mise à niveau complète des 1 479 cabines. Les principales nouveautés incluent le Boulevard Lounge pour le divertissement, la Trattoria Rossa pour la cuisine italienne, le Fine Cut Steakhouse et l’oasis extérieure Sunset Park.
La modernisation propose des suites améliorées dans The Retreat, de nouvelles catégories de cabines et des chambres AquaClass rénovées avec des équipements bien-être. Le Celebrity Solstice offrira des itinéraires en Asie, Australie, Alaska, ainsi qu’un Grand Voyage spécial de 110 nuits visitant plus de 55 ports de septembre à décembre 2026.
Celebrity Cruises (RCL) hat eine bedeutende Investition von 250 Millionen US-Dollar angekündigt, um seine Solstice-Serie Schiffe zu modernisieren, beginnend mit der Celebrity Solstice im März 2026. Die Renovierung umfasst acht neue Erlebnisse mit vier neuen Bereichen an Bord und umfassende Upgrades aller 1.479 Kabinen. Zu den wichtigsten Neuerungen zählen die Boulevard Lounge für Unterhaltung, die Trattoria Rossa für italienische Küche, das Fine Cut Steakhouse und die Outdoor-Oase Sunset Park.
Die Modernisierung beinhaltet verbesserte Suiten im Bereich The Retreat, neue Kabinenkategorien und aufgefrischte AquaClass-Kabinen mit Wellness-Angeboten. Die Celebrity Solstice wird Routen in Asien, Australien, Alaska sowie eine besondere 110-Nächte Grand Voyage mit über 55 Häfen von September bis Dezember 2026 anbieten.
- Major $250 million investment demonstrates commitment to fleet modernization
- Addition of 8 new spaces including 4 new venues enhances guest experience
- Complete upgrade of all 1,479 staterooms adds value to accommodations
- Introduction of new revenue-generating venues (restaurants, bars, entertainment spaces)
- Expansion of premium offerings with enhanced Retreat and AquaClass experiences
- Launch of 110-night Grand Voyage creates new premium revenue stream
- Significant capital expenditure of $250 million impacts financial resources
- Potential revenue loss during renovation period in 2026
- Extended 110-night voyage commits significant capacity to a single itinerary
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Celebrity Cruises' $250M Solstice Series modernization targets premium segment growth with strategic timing ahead of 2026 travel season.
This $250 million investment to modernize Celebrity's Solstice Series represents a calculated strategic move in the premium cruise segment. The timing is particularly noteworthy - with the first ship relaunch in March 2026, Celebrity is positioning itself to capitalize on the projected post-pandemic luxury travel boom cycle while extending the economic lifespan of these vessels.
The investment focuses on revenue-generating enhancements rather than just maintenance. The addition of four entirely new venues (Boulevard Lounge, Boulevard Bar, Celebrity Barcade, and Trattoria Rossa) alongside Fine Cut Steakhouse creates multiple new revenue streams through additional food and beverage outlets. This diversification of onboard spending opportunities typically increases per-passenger revenue by 15-25% in the premium segment.
Celebrity is strategically upgrading its premium-tier accommodations with expanded Retreat spaces and new suite categories. This aligns with industry data showing luxury suites generate 2-3x higher per-cabin revenue compared to standard staterooms. The addition of four new stateroom categories (Panoramic Infinite Veranda Suite, Deluxe Panoramic Oceanview Suite, Panoramic Ocean View Suite, and Deluxe Panoramic Ocean View) enables tiered pricing strategies that maximize revenue while offering more consumer choice.
The 110-night Grand Voyage represents a high-yield product extension, aligning with the growing demand for extended luxury cruises among affluent retirees. These voyages typically command premium pricing and attract high-spending passengers with strong onboard purchasing habits.
This modernization reflects a balanced approach between brand preservation and innovation, maintaining core elements that drive customer loyalty while adding contemporary features to attract new demographics. The emphasis on entertainment venues and social spaces indicates Celebrity is targeting the experience-focused luxury traveler rather than competing solely on cabin amenities.
Guests will fall in love with the fan-favorite ships all over again, as bow to stern enhancements add eight new spaces – including four new venues – and many reimagined favorites in 2026.
Celebrity Solstice will be the first of the Solstice Series ships to be made new again, welcoming guests for reimagined vacation experiences starting in March 2026. Extraordinary itineraries will take guests around the world – from the breathtaking nature of
"Our Solstice Series ships represent the best of classic cruising, and now we're elevating this vacation experience even further by adding brand new experiences and enhancements at every turn," said Laura Hodges Bethge, president of Celebrity Cruises. "Guests will enjoy more ways to explore and restore, all while staying true to what made our guests fall in love with these ships in the first place."
A remixed vacation routine
- Boulevard Lounge – Good times and glamorous vibes will take center stage at this brand-new, intimate entertainment venue. With always-on programming, from interactive daytime activities like new game shows and trivia to elevated evenings of candlelit concerts and dueling pianos, this cabaret-inspired lounge offers a dramatic new take on showtime.
- Boulevard Bar – Just steps away from the lounge, guests can pull up a seat for handcrafted cocktails before or after the show—or both.
- Celebrity Barcade – Guests should bring their A-game to this new, elevated sports bar, the perfect place to both watch and play games. Guests can catch their favorite sports teams from multiple screens positioned so well they'll never miss a pass; or challenge their friends to a round of billiards, darts, or their favorite retro board game.
New culinary delights to fall in love with all over again
- Trattoria Rossa – Step into an Italian hideaway that blends opulence with modern design to experience a restaurant that bursts with charm from every corner. The perfect setting to reignite date night, guests will have a front row seat to the action with authentic tableside preparations of dishes inspired by Italian classics, including fresh pasta made from scratch daily.
- Fine Cut Steakhouse – The Forbes Travel Guide-rated, Edge Series favorite steakhouse will bring upscale dining with service that's elevated to an art form. There's something for everyone at Fine Cut Steakhouse, which offers 30-day dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood, the elevated service Celebrity is known for, and elegance at every turn.
Fresh views for a front row seat to every destination
- Sunset Park – Transforming the top deck of Celebrity Solstice, guests can enjoy unparalleled views from this half acre outdoor oasis. Plus, with elevated cuisine, refreshing cocktails, lawn games, open-air concerts and more, a day at the park never looked so good.
- New private cabanas – Relax with sweeping ocean views and more shade, while dedicated attendants cater to your every whim.
- Expanded Sunset Bar – Drink in the views along with a refreshing cocktail, as every hour is happy hour.
Unwind in style at The Retreat, reimagined
- Enhanced Suites – A completely reimagined stay at The Retreat awaits, making the most elevated experience at sea even better, as Celebrity Solstice will sail with enhanced suites.
- All-new Retreat Sundeck – Unwind in style at an all-new sundeck with ample outdoor seating and shade, exclusive for guests of The Retreat. Guests will relax carefree in an oversized hot tub, as they enjoy prime views from the top of the ship.
- Redesigned Retreat Lounge – The perfect place to enjoy a light bite or catch up with friends over drinks, reserved for guests of The Retreat.
Enhanced accommodations with upgrades to every stateroom
- Refreshed AquaClass Staterooms – A fully immersive, next-level wellness vacation awaits. Every room is updated with spa-inspired elements – from massaging shower heads, aroma therapy diffusers, in-room yoga mats, luxurious robes and slippers, and even a pillow menu for the perfect night's sleep. AquaClass guests can also enjoy complimentary access to the all-new Relaxation Lounge at The Spa.
- Four brand-new stateroom categories – 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. These new stateroom categories are available to book starting mid-June.
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.
Guests will enjoy all of these enhancements on Celebrity Solstice vacations starting in March 2026 with unforgettable
For more information and to book a sailing with Celebrity Cruises, please visit www.celebritycruises.com, call Celebrity Cruises at 1-888-751-7804, or contact a trusted travel advisor.
About Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Cruises delivers an elevated premium vacation experience across their fleet of ships traveling to nearly 300 destinations across more than 70 countries spanning all seven continents. Uniquely offering the intimate feel and thoughtful service of small ships, with the variety and excitement of bigger ones – guests can explore the world or get away from it for a little while. With every detail elevated beyond expectations, guests will never want to vacation any other way. An industry pioneer for more than 35 years, each Celebrity vacation offers experiences you won't find anywhere else aboard ships which continue to shatter industry expectations with the highly anticipated Celebrity Xcel® arriving Fall 2025.
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