Celebrity Apex
Ship Facts
Occupancy: 2910
Tonnage: 129,500 feet
Length: 1004 feet
Beam: 128 feet
Draught: 27 feet
Cruising Speed: 21.8 feet
Inaugural Date: April, 2020
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Waves of Pride Caribbean LGBT Cruise 2027
7 nights cruise from/to Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida
November 6 – 13, 2027
Celebrity's Apex
The sea has never been this proud. Three ports. Three sea days. Four private parties. One extraordinary week at sea with the people who make you feel most yourself. Waves of Pride returns for 2027; bigger, longer, and unmistakably elevated. A cruise that finally matches the way you want to travel. We built Waves of Pride on a simple idea: this community doesn't want a party bolted onto a cruise. It wants a beautifully run voyage that happens to be entirely ours. For 2027 we're going further in every direction — seven nights instead of five, Celebrity Apex rather than a smaller ship, and a week that's as good at 11 a.m. as it is at 11 p.m.
Your fare includes the Classic Beverage Package, Wi-Fi and gratuities before you add a thing. Which means the price you see is very close to the price you pay.
Who's Onboard?
Couples of thirty years, and people who booked alone last month.
Late twenties through retirement, with the middle of the group somewhere around forty-five. First-time cruisers and people with a Captain's Club tier they're quietly proud of. Gay, lesbian, bisexual, men, women, non-binary guests, and the allies and chosen family they brought with them.
What they have in common is wanting the week to be good rather than loud. Beautiful ship, long sea days, excellent food — and four nights that are entirely ours.  
Seven nights, roughly. Long days ashore, longer nights on board, and three sea days in the middle that belong entirely to us. Four private parties. One very good DJ.
A Solarium pool party under the glass dome, plus three more events we're scheduling now. Our own DJ, our own production and lighting, and a bar running on the package that's already in your fare — all of it exclusive to Waves of Pride guests.
Drinks at our parties are served from the Classic Beverage Package that's already in your fare. There's no separate bar tab, no drink tickets, no math.
Access to the four events themselves comes from the entertainment fee, which is separate from your cruise fare.
Celebrity Apex - A Ship Designed to Leave the Future Behind
Celebrity Cruises, the company that brought you modern luxury cruising, has done it again. Introducing a revolutionary new ship that’s poised to change the way you experience the world—and a new class of ships designed to shatter all expectations.
With an innovative outward-facing design and visionary spaces that stand apart from anything else at sea (with the exception of her equally stunning sister, Celebrity Edge, of course), Celebrity Apex will revolutionize the way you experience the world.
Discover the unparalleled luxury of The Retreat, exclusively for all suite guests. Unwind in transformational accommodations that blur the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living. Soar above the sea on the Magic Carpet. Surrender to the carefree pleasures of the Rooftop Garden. And embark on a culinary journey through an unrivaled collection of restaurants, bars, and lounges.
The Grand Plaza The Grand Plaza, a majestic, open, three-storey venue onboard our brand new Edge Class ships. Inspired by the piazzas of Italy and the invigorating energy of everyone coming together to savour a taste of the good life. Home to our incredible speciality restaurants, featured on different levels of the plaza - along with our popular Martini Bar, Café al Bacio, and the new Grand Plaza Café - the Grand Plaza is the ultimate gathering place on Edge Class.
Dining & Bars Brand new Edge Class ships are truly designed to change the way you experience the world - and such an unbelievable ship needs cuisine to match. Boasting a total of 29 distinctive restaurants, cafés, bars, and lounges to choose from, you’re sure to find a new favourite dish or cocktail every night of your holiday. With an incredible palate-pleasing collection of menus inspired by the destinations we visit, and visionary recipes created by our Michelin-starred chef Cornelius Gallagher, we’ll bring the flavours of the world to you - right onboard.
Entertainment Entertainment onboard our Edge Class ships is just as revolutionary, just as technologically mind-blowing. It isn't something that starts and stops on a schedule. It lives and breathes, surprising you at every turn and making your holiday unforgettable.
Celebrity Edge Class ships surround you with engaging, spontaneous, and unforgettable entertainment moments that transport you from the everyday, every moment of your holiday.
Magic Carpet
Onboard our Edge Class ships, the highlight of our outward-facing vision is the Magic Carpet. The size of a tennis court, and reaching heights of 13 storeys above sea level, it is the world’s first cantilevered, floating platform. Majestically situated on the starboard side of our Edge Class ships, it is designed with comfortable seating, a full bar, and space for live music performances – so it truly is a destination itself. This spectacular space opens to several decks and transforms into a new and exciting venue depending on where it’s positioned.
Relaxation
Whether you want to clear your mind, fine-tune your body, reinvigorate your spirit - or all of the above - The Spa onboard our Edge Class ships is the unparalleled escape you deserve. The Spa elevates "me time" to a fine art, its design rivals any of the best spas in the world, and its nature-inspired approach to wellness includes an array of spa, beauty, and fitness experiences never before offered at sea.
Eden
Eden is unlike anything at sea – or anywhere. With three levels of sensory experiences, fully encased in glass and looking out to the ocean, it is a true window to the world. Where nature is effortlessly intertwined with design and performance art.
Pool Bar Situated alongside the 25-yard lap pool (the largest in our fleet) and underneath an ever-changing, abstract mirror installation is the Pool Bar. An serene spot to relax, sip your favourite cocktail and take in your stunning surroundings.
The Resort Deck
On The Resort Deck, which can be found on our Edge Class ships, you'll enjoy the main pool area, the new Rooftop Garden, the jogging track, and the adults-only Solarium. You’ll find endless ways to enjoy the outdoors and connect with the sea.
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Waves of Pride Caribbean LGBT Cruise 2027 Itinerary
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| 06 Nov |
Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida |
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3:30 PM |
| 07 Nov |
Key West, Florida |
10:30 AM |
5 PM |
| 08 Noc |
Fun Day at Sea! |
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| 09 Nov |
George Town, Grand Cayman |
8 AM |
5 PM |
| 10 Nov |
Fun Day at Sea! |
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| 11 Nov |
Cozumel, Mexico |
7 AM |
5 PM |
| 12 Nov |
Fun Day at Sea! |
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| 13 Nov |
Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida |
7 AM |
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Day 1 - Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida
When you sail to the Caribbean from Cape Canaveral, it’s worth arriving a day or two earlier to experience everything there is to see and do. Check out the charming lifestyle of nearby Cocoa Beach. Work on your tan before your cruise at one of the oceanfront resorts. Enjoy local seafood at the numerous rustic restaurants located on the water. Climb the four-story Exploration Tower at the Port for one of the best views of the ocean. Plus, no stay in Cape Canaveral is complete without visiting the area’s main attraction, the Kennedy Space Center, where you can meet an astronaut or even watch a rocket launch. Or since you’re less than an hour away from Orlando, you can visit the nearby theme parks to add even more wonder to your unforgettable Caribbean vacation.
Day 2 - Key West, Florida
The southernmost city in the country and one of the most joyfully queer places in it. Six and a half hours in the most unbothered town in America. Walk off the ship straight into Old Town — Duval Street, the Hemingway House, Mallory Square, and a gay scene that predates most of the ones you know. No excursion required, though we'll have suggestions.
• We're planning a group activity here. Details to come — it'll be optional, like everything else.
Days 3, 5 & 7 - Fun Day at Sea!
Sea days are when a group of travellers actually becomes a group. Pool parties, the Solarium, the spa, long lunches, and the Waves of Pride events we're building the week around. If you've only ever done short Caribbean runs, this is the part you've been missing.
Day 4 - George Town, Grand Cayman
Nine hours and the clearest water on the itinerary. Seven Mile Beach is a short ride from the tender pier; Stingray City is the excursion everyone comes back talking about; and Camana Bay is worth an hour if you'd rather browse than swim.
Day 6 - Cozumel, Mexico
Ten hours — the longest day ashore of the week. The Mesoamerican Reef is a fifteen-minute boat ride away and is genuinely world-class. If diving isn't your thing, the beach clubs on the west shore will happily take your afternoon.
We're planning a group activity here too. Details to come — optional, as always.
Day 8 - Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida
Orlando is one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the USA. The city’s downtown is a bustling hub of culture, tourism, and business, with areas that spill onto the beachfront promenade giving way to stretching white beaches. The gay scene in Orlando is lively, vibrant, and energetic. Shaped by the large South American community in Orlando, many of the city’s gay clubs and bars are heavily influenced by Latin culture, music, and style. The city is known for being one of the most gay-friendly in the world and the gay community in Orlando is strong, resilient, and passionate.
What's included in this trip:
• Classic Beverage Package
Cocktails, wine, beer and spirits — plus coffee, tea, juices and bottled water. Upgrade to Premium onboard if you like. Guests under 21 or who don't drink are served the non-alcoholic selections.
• Basic Wi-Fi
One device per guest, the whole week. Post the photo from the pool deck, not from the airport on the way home.
• Gratuities
Already paid. No envelopes on the last night, no line item on your final folio.
• Dining & Entertainment
Breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main venues, most onboard activities and shows, and the fitness center. Specialty dining is à la carte.
• Access to the private Waves of Pride events
• Four private parties
Waves of Pride guests only. Our room, our music, our night.
• Our own DJ
Ours, not the ship's playlist.
• Full production
Lighting, sound and staging worth showing up for.
• Theme nights
Announced in advance so you can pack for them.
• A solo mixer
Early in the week, before cliques form.
• A group cocktail hour
Sail-away, everyone in one place, day one.

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Celebrity Apex

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Guests: 2,910 • Tonnage: 129,500 • Length: 1004'• Beam: 128' • Draught: 27' • Cruising Speed: 21.8 kts • Inaugural: April, 2020
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Waves of Pride Caribbean LGBT Cruise 2027 Rates
(Updated 07.09.26. - Current prices/availability.) |
| DI - Deluxe Inside Stateroom |
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Our cosy and contemporary interior staterooms are ideal for relaxing and refreshing, ready for a holiday you will never forget. With a sofa and flatscreen TV, it is a home away from home. When night falls, settle down in your sumptuous bed for a serene and well-deserved rest.
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$ 1,809
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$ 3,222
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| O1 - Prime Ocean View Stateroom |
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Enjoy some of the best views of your holiday, before you have even reached your destination. From the sumptuous bed, look out to see oceans and islands passing by. With warm décor and thoughtful design, learn more about the best place to wind down after a day of discovery.
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$ 1,979
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$ 3,562
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| ES - Edge Single Stateroom with Infinite Veranda |
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The Edge Single Stateroom with Infinite Veranda is for modern travelers who love to explore the world on their own. Please note that this rate is for the stateroom since the room is only for one guest.
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$ 2,769
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| E4 - Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda |
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The most transformational aspect of our stateroom design is the introduction of the Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda, where with the touch of a button, your entire living space becomes the veranda, letting you walk right out to the water’s edge.
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$ 2,309
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$ 4,322
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| C2 - Concierge Class double stateroom with veranda |
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Concierge Class is the perfect choice if you want to know everything is taken care of. And, exclusive to Edge Class, your Concierge Class Stateroom features an Infinite Balcony - with the touch of a button your doors will fold away and your entire living space will become your balcony.
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On Request |
| A2 - Aqua Class Stateroom with Veranda |
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Our AquaClass staterooms are designed for anybody seeking well-being and relaxation. Exclusive to Edge Class, your AquaClass Stateroom features an Infinite Balcony. With the touch of a button your doors will fold away and your entire living space will become your balcony.
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On Request |
On Request |
| S1 - Sky Suite with Veranda |
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A sliding panel provides views to the room and the ocean beyond. Sky Suite guests enjoy access to The Retreat, featuring a private restaurant, exclusive lounge, and a private pool area complete with its own pool bar. Sky suites also offer a variety of connection options with other staterooms for friends who want to stay close when traveling together.
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On Request |
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| CS - Celebrity Suite |
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The master bedroom has a king-sized bed and a private veranda to overlook the sea beyond. The split bathroom arrangement offers a powder room, a separate spa tub/shower area, and a master dressing area with dual sink and vanity, and a full wardrobe. Celebrity Suites are located close to the Retreat that features a private restaurant, exclusive lounge, and a private pool area complete with its own pool bar. Connect a Celebrity Suite to an Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda to create a space perfect for getaways with a group of friends. |
On Request |
On Request |
| EV - Edge Villa |
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The unique design of the Edge Villas seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living. With two stories of windows that look out over the terrace (featuring a three-feet-deep plunge pool and inviting lounge furniture) to the incredible ocean views beyond, it’s an open and airy environment that truly invites the outside in, and vice versa. Edge Villas not only offer private outdoor terraces, but they also have direct access to The Retreat, an exclusive area for Suite Class guests. Step right out to The Retreat Sundeck and The Retreat Pool and bar, or retreat to your own private oceanfront villa. |
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On Request |
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All prices are per person, double occupancy (except ES Single Stateroom), and include all meals, accommodations and entertainment!
Port Taxes & Gratuities INCLUDED in price!
ENTERTAINMENT FEE of $199 per person ARE ADDITIONAL!
A deposit of $450 per person is required upon booking. Final payment due 90 days prior to sailing.
What's Included? Your stateroom. Breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main venues. Standard beverages - coffee, tea, milk, water, juices, iced tea and lemonade. Most onboard activities and entertainment. The fitness center. Gratuities.
And for every full-fare guest in an Inside, Ocean View, Veranda, Concierge or AquaClass stateroom: the Classic Beverage Package and Basic Wi-Fi, one device per guest. Retreat suite guests receive the Premium versions of both.
You can upgrade to the Premium Beverage Package onboard for an additional charge. Guests under 21 or who don't drink are served the non-alcoholic selections from their package.
What’s extra?
Airfare. Transfers other than our optional bus. Shore excursions. Specialty dining. The spa. Photos. Personal purchases.
Plus two Waves of Pride items: the entertainment fee, which is what gives you access to all four private Waves of Pride events and is required for group guests, and bus transportation from Orlando, which is optional.
Optional shore excursions will be offered.
Prices are cruise only and DO NOT INCLUDE return airfare! Please ask for airfare add-ons back to your home city.
Fares are subject to availability and may change without prior notice. Also included are the traditional gay group escort and activities, subject to minimum participation.
Traveling alone? Ask about our single roommate share program to help you avoid the single supplement of 100% of the per person double occupancy rate.
Please ask for further details.
The above promotions are capacity controlled and offer may be withdrawn at any time without prior notice.
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