Prnewswireยท2025-08-19 13:57Core Insights - Celebrity River Cruises is set to launch its inaugural season in 2027, offering Priority Booking Access starting September 3, 2025, for guests who place a fully refundable $500 deposit [1][2]. Group 1: Company Overview - Celebrity River Cruises aims to provide a premium vacation experience on the Danube and Rhine rivers, combining the design and sophistication of Edge Series ocean ships with European charm [2][3]. - The cruise experience will include all meals, drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic), Wi-Fi, onboard experiences, and one shore excursion each day [2]. Group 2: Booking and Access - Guests can join Priority Booking Access by placing a fully refundable $500 deposit through various channels, including the website and travel advisors [4]. - More detailed information about destinations, fleet size, and shore excursions will be announced when bookings open [5]. Group 3: Industry Position - Celebrity Cruises has over 35 years of experience in the industry, offering a unique blend of small ship intimacy and larger ship variety across more than 300 destinations in over 70 countries [6]. - The company is headquartered in Miami and is part of the Royal Caribbean Group, which owns five cruise brands [7].