Celebrity Edge returns to Australia for third season

Celebrity Edge has officially commenced her third Australia season, offering sailings to Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific.

Fresh from a 19-night Transpacific sailing from Honolulu, the ship arrived in Sydney early Monday (Oct. 20).

With 17 sailings departing from Sydney and Auckland, guests can choose from a selection of itineraries from short four-night escapes to immersive 14-night journeys.

Kicking off the season, Celebrity Edge departs this afternoon on an 11-night journey to explore the World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef.

“With its revolutionary, outward-facing design, Celebrity Edge has been a game changer for the cruise industry – offering guests premium travel with enriching experiences and culinary journeys,” said Laura Hodges Bethge, president of Celebrity Cruises, in a press release. “Sailings on Celebrity Edge are much more than just a vacation, and we’re thrilled to welcome her back to these waters for a third season – providing immersive experiences that showcase all this incredible region has to offer.” 

This season, Celebrity Cruises is providing greater access to New Zealand with seven of its 17 itineraries.

A 13-night Holiday Cruise is a highlight, offering travellers the opportunity to elevate their festive season with visits to New Zealand’s fjords, including Milford, Doubtful, and Dusky Sounds, along with seven port stops across the North and South Islands.

Additionally, guests can book a nine-night Australia Wine Journey along the eastern and southern coasts, exploring vineyards throughout Hobart, Kangaroo Island, Adelaide, and Melbourne. 

2025-26 also introduces 54 new shore excursions. Among these highlights is a brand-new selection of experiences in Newcastle, where Celebrity Edge will make its first-ever port call this December.

Meanwhile in Wellington, a new wellness-focused tour invites guests to unwind amid scenic countryside.

After a short drive to Mangaroa Farm, visitors can enjoy a guided garden tour by the knowledgeable team, participate in a yoga session set beside native bush.

In a historic first, Celebrity Solstice will arrive in port tomorrow (Oct. 21), marking Celebrity Cruises’ first consecutive port days in Sydney Harbour.

Following this visit, Celebrity Solstice will return on April 9, 2026, debuting bow to stern updates – including eight new experiences, including four new-to-sea spaces, and many redesigned favourites – as part of the Solstice Series USD $250 million modernization. 

Celebrity Solstice will return to Australia and New Zealand next season, offering a range of exciting itineraries including a 13-night Best of New Zealand cruise, 10-night Australia Wine voyage, and a 12-night South Pacific adventure.

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