Celebrity Beyond was formally named and christened throughout a ceremony on Friday at Port Everglades, kicking off her inaugural Caribbean season.
Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles, who is thought around the globe for her unimaginable feats in gymnastics, served as Beyond‘s godmother, performing the naming and christening duties.
“I can think of no one better to be the Godmother of this incredible ship than the G.O.A.T. herself – Simone Biles,” stated Jason Liberty, President and CEO of the Royal Caribbean Group, the father or mother firm of Celebrity Cruises. “This ship’s beauty, power, and resilience sets the standard by which all others will be measured. Simone’s determination, progressive nature, empowered attitude, and grace in the face of challenges make her such an inspiration to so many around the world. All of these attributes are why Simone Biles is perfectly suited to watch over Celebrity Beyond’s journey.”
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Alongside Liberty, Celebrity Cruises President and CEO Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, and different Celebrity Cruises executives, Biles named Beyond in a ceremony attended by 2,500 company and media, capped by a efficiency from singer and songwriter Leona Lewis.
Helmed by Captain Kate McClue, the primary and presently solely lady to be named captain of a “mega” cruise ship, Celebrity Beyond‘s U.S. arrival ushers in a brand new period of cruising for the trade. The ship has now set sail from Fort Lauderdale, and can spend the approaching season working largely seven-night jap and western Caribbean itineraries.
Highlights of Celebrity Beyond embody:
- The Retreat ship-within-a-ship advanced with its personal sundeck, restaurant, and lounge
- The Rooftop Garden and Resort Deck with cantilevered float swimming pools and sunken seating areas
- A multi-story Sunset Bar with an internationally-inspired seashore membership ambiance
- 32 meals and beverage venues, together with Chef Daniel Boulud’s Le Voyage restaurant
- The Magic Carpet transferring platform on the aspect of the ship, which adjustments function relying on the deck it’s on
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