Celebrity Cruises has announced that it was recognized in Forbes Travel Guide’s inaugural ratings for two of its onboard restaurants. The company also received acknowledgment for four of its vessels.
Celebrity said in a press release that the Fine Cut Steakhouse on the Celebrity Ascent and Celebrity Apex were among six restaurants by cruise lines that met the criteria for service excellence and culinary distinction.
Celebrity said it was the only cruise line to have two restaurants awarded.
“We strive to continually elevate the premium travel category by delivering a vacation experience that ‘Nothing Comes Close’ to, with intimate small-ship service on ships big enough to provide an exciting variety of experiences,” said Laura Hodges Bethge, president of Celebrity Cruises.
“Our guests are our North Star, and we prioritize going above and beyond for them every day to exceed their expectations; it’s the Celebrity way,” she added.
“We seek to provide authentic, globally inspired food and beverage options that guests can only find onboard Celebrity ships to help guests create memories that will last a lifetime,” said Jan Sorensen, vice president of food and beverage.
“We push the boundaries of what dining at sea can be. From our award-winning wine collection to partnering with world-renowned chefs such as Chef Daniel Boulud, who is our global culinary ambassador, Celebrity Cruises offers an elevated, premium dining experience,” added Sorensen.
Forbes Travel Guide recognized Celebrity Cruises’ for Fine Cut Steakhouse on the Celebrity Ascent (Four Star) and the Celebrity Apex (Recommended).
In addition, the ratings recognized the Celebrity Ascent (Four Star), Celebrity Millennium (Four Star), Celebrity Apex (Recommended) and Celebrity Flora (Recommended).
According to the press release, every Forbes Travel Guide Star rating is earned through in-person, incognito inspections based on objective standards.