Sunrise reporter Katie Brown has delivered an exclusive and vibrant peek inside the billion-dollar Celebrity Xcel cruise ship, currently sailing its inaugural season in the Caribbean. The segment highlighted the vessel's relentless schedule of activities, from dance classes to cocktail making, all set against a backdrop of round-the-clock entertainment.
A Non-Stop Party at Sea
The luxury ship is designed for constant activity, boasting a 24-hour happy hour and entertainment that truly never sleeps. Brown immersed herself in the experience, trying her hand at line dancing and even stepping behind the bar to mix cocktails during the ship's perpetual happy hour, with what she described as "varying degrees of success."
"While I didn’t want to steal the limelight while on board, my arm was eventually twisted," Brown joked about joining the fun. She didn't go it alone, recruiting a crew of enthusiastic Australian dancers to join her in a performance.
Praise for the Australian Party Spirit
The ship's entertainment coordinator, Luigi De La Cruz, a veteran with 15 years of cruise experience, specifically praised Australian passengers for their infectious energy. He noted that the Celebrity Xcel's always-on atmosphere is a perfect match for their vibe.
"That’s one of the things that this ship in particular brings together is that energy because it’s always on. There’s entertainment and activities literally all day long, 24-7," De La Cruz said. He added with a laugh, "I believe the moment our Aussie friends step on the ship, they might not want to go back."
A New Benchmark in Cruise Luxury
The Celebrity Xcel represents a new level of modern luxury at sea. During its first Caribbean season, the state-of-the-art vessel is offering passengers an extensive array of premium dining experiences alongside its packed entertainment program. This program includes everything from local and country dancing lessons to full-scale parties, ensuring there is never a dull moment for travellers seeking an energetic holiday.
Brown's report served as a dynamic showcase of why this new ship is turning heads, proving it's built for those who want their vacation filled with action, camaraderie, and celebration from sunrise to sunrise.
