Luxury cruising reimagined: Celebrity Beyond + Celebrity Flora

 

Whether you are looking to satisfy in your inner adventure-seeker in the Galápagos Islands or enjoy all the food, history and culture that Europe has to offer, we have two incredible ships from Celebrity Cruises to take your vacation to the next level.

Celebrity designers, more open-air spaces, wellness programs never before seen at sea, unforgettable fine-dining, gorgeous suites, onboard glamping, a rooftop garden, and a focus on environment impact are just the beginning. Read on, and let us know - which destination is up first?

Europe Aboard the Celebrity Beyond

From the spring until early fall, Celebrity Beyond’s itineraries include sailings around the glamorous Italian and French Riviera, as well trips that visit the idyllic Greek Islands, Malta, and Italy.

Beyond is the third ship in Celebrity Cruises’ new Edge series. Considered revolutionary in its design, the Celebrity Beyond features an outward-facing design, created by an award winning team of renowned designers, to enhance the connection between you, the ocean and the horizon. Enjoy more open-air spaces, savor delicious cuisine, relax and renew as you soak up the sun, breezes and scenery.

Foodies will be in heaven - with 32 distinct food & beverage experiences + 4 complimentary main restaurants + 2 exclusive restaurants + 8 specialty restaurants + 4 complimentary casual dining restaurants + 14 bars and lounges. And of those restaurants is the first-ever Daniel Boulud fine dining restaurant on a cruise ship!

Wellness-seekers will also feel as though they have hit the jackpot - with everything from a luxurious spa with a seemingly endless treatment menu, to a Women in Wellness Program, and the AquaClass® staterooms! These staterooms offer a fully immersive, next-level wellness experience, with verandas that allow you to walk right out to the water’s edge, Cashmere™ mattress and pillow menus, clean & healthy cuisine at an exclusive restaurant, access to the SEA Thermal Suite, a spa concierge, a complimentary fitness pass, preferential rates on AquaClass spa packages, daily in-room bottled water service, healthy room-service menu options, and a yoga mat for use on board.

Here are just a few more of our favorite aspects of this ship:

  • Captain Kate McCue, America’s first female cruise ship captain, will take the helm of Beyond

  • The Retreat - an exclusive venue for guests staying in suite accommodations - giving guests private dining, exclusive spaces, and a long lineup of services and amenities

  • Expanded accommodation options, including two-story villas with private plunge pools, and staterooms with reimagined verandas

  • An expansive rooftop garden, deck and cantilevered float pools

  • The 2-story Sunset Bar at the ship’s aft

  • A three deck Grand Plaza with ample open space

  • The Magic Carpet®, a cantilevered, floating platform that reaches heights of 13 stories above sea level, complete with a full bar, and space for live music performances

  • A focus on accessibility - with accessible staterooms, special help from crew, and Autism-friendly interactive initiatives for families

  • The SEA Thermal Suite features eight distinctive therapeutic experiences

  • Women in Wellness Program - featuring wisdom from some of the most highly respected female leaders in the wellness industry

  • Partnership with Goop & Gwyneth Paltrow

  • A luxurious spa that introduces an array of innovative new firsts in beauty, fitness, and wellness that make finding complete bliss on vacation easier than ever

  • AquaClass® staterooms that offer a fully immersive, next-level wellness experience.

Perks:

  • Book a sailing by December 31, 2021 to receive 50% off second guests fare

  • Always included: Drinks, WiFi and gratuities

2022 Itineraries:

The Galápagos islands aboard Celebrity flora

Located 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador, the Galápagos is an archipelago of 19 islands and 42 inlets offering the adventure of a lifetime. With its incredible history (stories of pirates, scientists, and settlers are sure to captivate), extraordinary animals (blue-footed boobies,100-year old giant tortoises, iguanas…), and the beautiful flora - this is truly a destination like no other.

The Celebrity Flora is an all-suite yacht specifically designed for the ultimate cruising experience in this magical place. Recognized as one of the most eco-friendly sailing experiences in the Galápagos islands, this is the new paradigm in small ship cruising and the winner of the 2020 Cruise Critic’s Choice Awards for the Small Ship Category.

Beyond the exquisite ship itself, Celebrity Cruises recognizes the difference between visiting and experiencing a destination. You will be joined by a passionate crew of expert naturalists, scientists, and a marine biologist - all who will elevate your experience through education and immersive experiences.

There is so much about Flora that excites us, but here are just a few highlights we think are worth noting!

  • The largest and most luxurious accommodations in the Galápagos Islands

  • Full room automation that lets you control everything with the touch of a button

  • Locally-inspired interior design

  • Menus crafted by Michelin-starred chef

  • Guided nonstop round trip flights from Quito to Baltra

  • Expert Programming by Marine Scientists

  • 10:1 guest to naturalist ratio

  • 100 guests onboard

  • Galapagos Glamping - the first sunset-to-sunrise experience of its kind in the islands

  • Novurania Yacht Tenders - a more comfortable and luxurious way to explore the islands

  • Flora’s Godmother is Environmentalist Yolanda Kakabadse

  • Industry-leading stewardship and conservation efforts

  • State-of-the-art technology to make her one of the most eco-friendly and environmentally safe ships sailing on the planet

  • Integrated drinking water filtration systems in every suite

  • Solar Panels

  • Advanced Wastewater Treatment

  • Earthecho - a comprehensive and customized youth program designed to empower a new generation of environmental advocates

Perks:

  • Book a Galápagos sailing by December 31, 2021 to receive free airfare of up to $750 per person

  • All-Inclusive: Drinks, WiFi, gratuities & shore excursions

Itineraries (ask for dates):

7-Night Inner Loop

7-Night Outer Loop

10- & 11-Night Inner Loop

10- & 11-Night Outer Loop

16-Night Inner Loop with Post-Machu Picchu

16-Night Outer Loop with Post-Machu Picchu

 

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