Cruise Radio 925 Celebrity Xcel 2025 Preview Cruise | Celebrity Cruises
Dec 11, 2025
Ashley Kosciulik, a travel journalist and cruise reviewer, shares her insights from a two-night preview on Celebrity Cruises' new Edge-class ship, Celebrity Excel. She highlights the smooth embarkation process and her first impressions of the grand atrium. Ashley raves about the unique staterooms, specialty dining options like Raw on Five and Bora, and upgraded entertainment experiences. She also discusses the refreshing ambiance of the Bazaar and the impressive nightlife offerings, concluding that the Celebrity Excel is a fantastic addition to their fleet.
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Smooth, Stylish Embarkation
- Ashley boarded Celebrity Excel in under 15 minutes using the app and pre-checkin.
- She described the atrium as an elegant, tiered lounge with a large central bar and mixology shows.
Infinite Balcony Cabin Experience
- Ashley stayed in an Infinite Balcony cabin with a window that raises and lowers by button.
- She praised the extra interior space, comfortable bed, good closet space, and a sizable bathroom.
Bring Adapters And Use Vanity Charger
- Bring USB-C adapters and a European plug adapter because cabins lack USB-C and have limited outlets.
- Use the vanity charging box to keep cords tidy and free up counter space.