12/28/2025
Last week, I sailed on (sister ship to who sails in and I wanted to share some thoughts!
🌊 Why the Celebrity Edge Is an Awesome Ship for Alaska Cruises
The Celebrity Edge isn’t just a beautiful ship — she’s one of the best ships in Alaska because she blends comfort, innovation, scenery, and experience in a way that truly enhances an Alaskan adventure.
🏔️ 1. Designed for the Scenery
Alaska is all about the views, and the Edge was built with that in mind:
Magic Carpet platform — this cantilevered deck pivots over the water, giving you totally unique vantage points for fjords, glaciers, and sunsets.
Infinite Veranda staterooms (We had one and LOVED LOVED LOVED LOVED LOVED it) — floor-to-ceiling windows that literally turn your cabin into a viewing deck.
AquaClass ocean views — exclusive dining right next to the water for an immersive experience even at mealtime.
In Alaska, where every moment outside is a photo op, Edge brings you closer to the scenery in ways that matter.
🛳️ 2. Perfect Size & Flow for Alaska
At around 100,000+ gross tons, Edge is big enough to have great amenities but not so large that you feel disconnected from the environment.
That perfect balance means:
Better maneuverability in scenic cruising areas
Smoother feel without being overwhelmingly huge
Lots of spaces to relax without getting lost
🍽️ 3. World-Class Dining with Variety
Whether you want a casual bite after a shore excursion or a more elevated dinner night:
4 Included Dining Rooms (with different menus)
Blu (for AquaClass guests)
Le Voyage and Raw on 5
Specialty restaurants with menus inspired by world destinations
After a day watching whales or walking in town, delicious food and a hot chocolate or cocktail feel extra good.
🧘 4. Great Spots to Relax Between Adventures
Alaska days are long and full — the Edge gives you amazing spots to unwind:
The Rooftop Garden — peaceful, green seating perfect for morning coffee
The Solarium — adults-only glass-covered pool area with hot tubs (Family hours are also scheduled during Alaskan cruises)
Main pools, hot tubs, & lounges — plenty of places to watch the scenery drift by
These spaces are ideal on scenic days when you just ant to sit back and enjoy the fjords from the ship.
🎭 5. Activities That Don’t Interrupt the Views
From enrichment to entertainment:
Engaging onboard enrichment
Broadway-style theater productions
Live music and lounges that feel elevated, not loud
These pair perfectly with Alaska’s slower pace — smart, interesting things to do without distracting from the real star (the scenery outside).
📍 6. Perfect for Families and Couples Alike
Whether it’s:
Teens who want fun hang-outs with friends
Adults seeking a spa day after a scenic morning
Couples chasing glacier views from a private balcony
The Edge has spaces for everyone — but also so many quiet corners that you never feel crowded.
🌟 In Short: What Makes Edge Especially Great for Alaska
✔ Unbeatable viewing experiences
✔ Designed to bring the outside in
✔ Comfortable but not overwhelming
✔ Amazing dining + relaxation options
✔ Great for families or adults
✔ A ship that feels as special as Alaska itself
🧠 Pro Tip for Alaska Cruisers
If scenic cruising (like watching Hubbard Glacier or Tracy Arm) is on your must-do list, balcony cabins and Infinite Veranda staterooms on Edge are worth the upgrade — they turn a great view into a personal viewing suite.
"Let Alaska come to you on a cruise aboard Celebrity Edge. Spot whales breaking the silky surface of the water from the comfort of your Infinite Veranda stateroom. Sip a steaming hot chocolate on deck as you come face to face with colossal, blue-white glaciers. Savor Alaskan salmon at the Mast Grill and sip cocktails in light-filled Eden as the setting sun tinges the mountains with pink. After dark, take a moonlit stroll around the Resort Deck and gaze at a blanket of glittering stars." - Celebrity Cruises
