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Celebrity Cruises

Experience The Northern Hemisphere Summer With Celebrity Cruises

Posted: December 14, 2022

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Celebrity Cruises’ will deploy Celebrity Eclipse joining sister ships Celebrity Solstice and Celebrity Millennium in Alaska in 2019 amid the Northern Hemisphere summer.

The ships’ scope of itineraries will boast 13 exceptional destinations, with more than 40 expanded port visits - bringing guests very close to Alaska’s must-see wonders.

“With Celebrity Millennium emerging fresh from the Celebrity Revolution – the largest investment the brand has ever made to modernise our fleet – longer port visits, and one-of-kind cruise tour experiences, our 2019 Alaska season is shaping up to be the most impressive yet,” said Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, President and CEO, Celebrity Cruises. “Add to that the addition of Celebrity Eclipse and we have what promises to be an unrivalled season of unexpected splendour in the region.”

Celebrity Eclipse

Another eclipse is going to the Pacific Coast in 2019; Celebrity Eclipse is the ideal supplement to this magnificent extend of coastline.

Sail round-trip from Los Angeles, from Los Angeles to Vancouver, or from San Diego to Vancouver, on a variety of seven-to nine-night Pacific Coastal sailings.

Set out on round-trip sailings from Vancouver through the dazzling Inside Passage, going by Ketchikan, Juneau, Hubbard Glacier, and more.

Guests can settle in with a cup of hot chocolate and a warm blanket at The Lawn Club or on their extensive, private veranda, and watch the stunning landscape unfurl before them. These are whale-breaching, stunning modern extravagance that was previously only offered on Celebrity Infinity.

The 2019 Pacific Coastal season highlights 10 destinations, including Monterey, Santa Barbara, Catalina, and that’s only the tip of the iceberg.

Overnight stays in San Francisco mean guests can investigate all the city’s must-sees, from the Golden Gate Bridge to the Painted Ladies, head into the wine region and test the best neighborhood vintages, and appreciate the unbelievable restaurant scene and nightlife.

Celebrity Millennium

Modern explorers hoping to wander further into the huge span of the locale can appreciate exchanging open-jaw sailings out of Vancouver, British Columbia, or Seward, Alaska, on board Celebrity Millennium.

Straight from her multi-million-dollar rejuvenation, part of the Celebrity Revolution, Celebrity Millennium comes back to Alaska.

Totally overhauled staterooms will make unwinding following a day of exploring less demanding than any time in recent memory, and radiantly redesigned open areas will be the ideal supplement to the energising destinations guests will visit along this Seward-to-Vancouver (or the other way around) route.

Celebrity Solstice

Celebrity Solstice sets out from Seattle for a roundtrip that visits Victoria, Ketchikan, Skagway, Juneau, and navigates the mind-boggling Tracy Arm Fjord.

Under the starry Alaskan night sky, guests can appreciate the famous gastronomic enterprise A Taste of Film, which sets films that inspire a social, culinary or destination encounter, with food that breathes life into the scenes on the screen through guests’ taste buds.

Cruisetour Experiences

Guests searching for a more top to bottom experience with Alaska are welcome to set out on a Celebrity Alaska Cruisetour; match a cutting edge luxury Alaska cruising with a guided land visit that takes them deep into the core of Alaska, luxury motor coaches, glass-domed trains, authentic lodging, and a proficient, local tour director who’s with them at all times.

With 11 Alaska Cruisetours to handpick, ranging from nine to 13 nights, Celebrity offers Alaskan adventures for every cutting-edge adventurer.

Celebrity Canadian Rockies Cruisetour’s welcome guests to travel into the core of this majestic district. Grasp nostalgic pizazz with an overnight rail travel on board VIA Rail’s legendary train, “The Canadian.”

The course amongst Jasper and Vancouver offers daylight perspectives of the mountains, which guests can take in from the domed cars, parlor autos, and their own private cabin. Guests can choose from two Canadian Rockies Cruisetour alternatives ranging from 12-to 13-evenings.

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Unearth The Rarest Pearls With Silversea Cruises

Posted: November 27, 2022

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Silversea Cruises is pleased to unveil its latest collection, The Rarest Pearls, an exclusive series of nine expedition voyages, sailing aboard Silver Discoverer.

These extraordinary voyages have been carefully curated by Silversea’s Expedition Team, providing incredible itineraries that are far beyond a typical cruise, with increasingly remote, immersive, awe inspiring and adventurous experiences.

This collection of voyages include: free economy class air or upgrade to Business Class air roundtrip, non-use Air Credit per guest; transfers between the airport, hotel and ship and; one night pre-cruise hotel accommodation, where applicable*.

“It’s often our most well-travelled guests who really understand how rewarding it can be to discover a new part of the world or to have an experience completely beyond all expectations.  My team and I have researched the most authentic cultural experiences and fascinating historical sites.  We have sought the wonders of man and nature and scouted the most idyllic, unspoiled beauty spots.  Leaving the tourist trail far behind, these nine unique voyages have been carefully curated to provide our guests with the rarest pearls the world has to offer.”   Said Conrad Combrink, Senior Vice President of Expedition & Experience Product Development, Silversea

*One night pre-cruise hotel accommodation does not apply to voyage 9811, 9812 and 9813.  Business Class Air subject to availability.  Other restrictions apply.

Featured Voyages:

V9802 – Maldives & Southern India

Departing the Maldives on 24 January 2018, guests will venture far beyond the ordinary on this 11 night voyage, which culminates in Colombo.  Guests will visit the untouched tranquillity of the Lakshadweep islands, a stunning archipelago of thirty six isolated islands.  Guests will not only experience paradisiacal white sands and clear seas, however will also encounter the uninhabited islands and villages, plus a glorious array of wildlife including frigatebirds, red-billed tropic birds, fish schooling by the reefs and nesting turtles.

V9804 – Ancient Siam & Indochina

Setting sail from Phuket on 16 February 2018, this is a journey rich with breathtaking encounters.  Guests will cross ancient empires as they travel to Ho Chi Minh City on a 14 night voyage.  Eleven spectacular destinations will enable guests to discover pre-Akorian ruins, barter at Phsar Leu Market and cruise the Tian River by Zodiac.  The itinerary includes a journey up the Tien River to Cai Be, immersing in the wonderful sights of local life.  In Sumatra, guests will have the captivating experience of seeing Orangutans in their natural habitat.

V9805 – Vietnam & Hidden China

Guests will depart Ho Chi Minh City on 2 March 2022 on a 13 night voyage to Hong Kong.  Even the most seasoned traveller will experience moments of pure wonder on this incredible journey through Vietnam and into China, culminating in an inland trip to Guìlín.  The awe-inspiring experiences include a visit to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.  In Ho Chi Minh City, guests enjoy a morning Tai Chi class.

V9806 – Japan Southwest Island & The Philippines

Departing Hong Kong on 15 March 2022 on a 10 night voyage to Nagasaki, guests will enjoy a colourful and indescribable voyage of ancient tradition combined with modern bustle.  Guests will discover: the colonial past of the Philippines at Vigan, a rare example of a Spanish colonial town in Asia; the delicate scent of cherry blossom in Okinawa; the UNESCO World Heritage cedars of Yakusugi Land; and the startling red of the Torii Gate.

V9809 – Japan & The Philippines

Departing from Kobe on 17 April 2022 on a 13 night voyage to Manila, guests will be transported through a fascinating world of history, wildlife and stunning seasonal beauty.  Arrival in Kobe is timed to coincide with the moment the lanterns are hung and the pale cherry blossoms transform the city.  Guests will discover UNESCO World Heritage Sites and national parks, sandy beaches and fishing villages, Spanish churches and limestone houses.

V9810 – The Philippines

Departing Manila on 30 April 2022 on a 13 night voyage, guests will sail through lush sun drenched islands of the Philippines.  Guests will discover a landscape of pristine beaches, peaceful lagoons and mango forests teeming with birdlife.  Not only will guests swim with whale sharks at Donsol, they will also be thrilled by the second-largest connecting coral reef in the world at the Apo Reef National Park.  The Palau Rock Islands offer a unique landscape made up of hundreds of limestone islands.

V9811 – Papua New Guinea

Commencing in Koror on 13 May 2018, guests will set sail on a 15 night voyage to Honiara.  This itinerary is an adventure to set fire to the imagination, it will transport guests through the remote islands of Papua New Guinea and on to the secluded beauty of the Solomon Islands.  Guests can expect picturesque villages, clear lagoons, coral reefs, a colourful patchwork of tropical landscapes, rich with culture and character.

V9812 – Solomon Islands and Vanuatu

Departing Honiara, Guadalcanal on 28 May, guests will set sail on a 10 night voyage to Port Vila.  With over 1,000 islands in the Solomon Sea, guests will have the opportunity to explore stunning lagoons and hundreds of uninhabited islands by Zodiac®, witness the epic land diving ceremonies of Pentecost Island and stand on the rim of an active volcano.

V9813 – The Coral Sea

Setting sail on a 15 night voyage from Port Vila to Cairns on 7 June 2018, guests will encounter uninhabited atolls and the incredible reef system in the Coral Sea as they journey through ten sensational new destinations.

Silversea’s guests can also indulge in: all-suite accommodation with butler service; gourmet menus with menus inspired by Relais & Chateaux; complimentary wines, Champagne and spirits served throughout the ships; and all on-board gratuities.

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Silversea’s Offer Zero Single Supplement on Selected Journeys for Solo Travellers

Posted: November 22, 2022

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Having no one to cruise with is one of the most frequently cited reasons that prevents people from going on a cruise holiday.  Solo travel almost isn’t even considered as an option due to worries about it being boring, lonesome and hazardous.

And yet solo travel can actually be one of the most rewarding ways to travel. I have cruised both with friends and alone over the years but there are so many benefits of cruising alone that I now prefer it.

If you are one of those individuals that prefer to go on a cruise holiday solo, you can noe do so on board Silversea Cruises with an elite zero single supplement on select 2018 itineraries*.

Solo explorers are welcome to encounter a choice of amazing destinations on board Silversea’s intimate and splendid vessels. With a mind boggling scope of schedules on board Silversea voyages, visitors can browse voyages that investigate the southern shoreline of Australia and undertakings to the ancient cities of Asia to the frigid waters of Antarctica.

Included voyages*

V3801: Departing Sydney, Australia on 03 January 2018, Silver Shadow leaves on a 18-day voyage to Singapore. Going along the South shore of Australia before proceeding to Bali and after that Singapore, visitors will find a scope of sensational magnificence and colourful exotic wildlife.

V9804: Setting sail from Phuket, visitors on board Silver Discoverer departing on 16 February 2023 for a 14-day voyage to Ho Chi Minh City. Eleven fabulous new destinations give guests the chance to relax in the shadows of the pre-Akorian ruins, barter at Phsar Leu Market and cruise the Tian River by Zodiac®.

V9805: Commencing in Ho Chi Minh City on 02 March 2018, Silver Discoverer sets sail on a 13-day voyage to Hong Kong. The trip is rich with new destinations and guests will experience the unimaginable floating flower market of Cai Be, the labyrinthine caves and grottoes of Phong Nha-Ke Bang and the remote Chinese towns of Zhuang.

V9806: Departing Hong Kong on a 10-day voyage to Nagasaki, guests onboard Silver Discoverer will appreciate a brilliant and incredible voyage of antiquated custom joined with present day clamour. Visitors will find the pioneer past of the Philippines, the fragile fragrance of cherry bloom in Okinawa, the UNESCO World Heritage cedars of Yakusugi Land and the startling red of the Torii Gate.

V7802: Travelling round-trip from Ushuaia on 23 January 2023 for 23 days, guests on board Silver Explorer will appreciate a genuinely novel, comprehensive Antarctic experience. Guests will discover the colonial past of the Philippines, the delicate scent of cherry blossom in Okinawa, the UNESCO World Heritage cedars of Yakusugi Land and the startling red of the Torii Gate.

Visitors can likewise enjoy: all-suite convenience with butler service; gourmet menus with menus roused by Relais and Chateaux; complimentary wines, Champagne and spirits served all through the ships; all on-board gratuities.

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Norwegian Bliss Lets Families Enjoy Alaska Together

Posted: October 30, 2022

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What was once observed as a cruising destination for baby boomers, the brand new Norwegian Bliss, Norwegian Cruise Line’s sixteenth ship intended for a definitive cruising experience, is reconsidering the ordinary Alaskan cruise to take into account all ages and make multi-generational voyages an engaging choice for families quick to appreciate an energising rare occasion together.

“Accommodating A like the  largest competitive race track at sea and an open-air laser tag course aboard a North American-based cruise ship,” said Steve Odell, Senior Vice President and Managing Director Asia Pacific for Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings.  

“Contrary to the misconception that Alaskan cruising is for retirees, Norwegian Bliss will create a raft of unique experiences for cruisers of all ages – young and old. Now everyone – from families to singles to couples – will be treated to the best of Alaskan cruising aboard one of the most thrilling ships in the world,” he added.

Multi-generational cruising – activities for all ages…

Norwegian Bliss will be added to the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet with Alaska in mind, enabling guests to appreciate a pile of inventive on board offerings for cruisers of any age. Everybody in the family – from grandmother and grandpa, to mum and father, to the grandkids, and in addition singles and couples – can take in marvelous shore excursions like glacier trekking, whale watching and dog sledding before returning back to the variety of cunningly composed new spaces on board.

For the youngsters, the Kids’ Aqua Park – offering two multi-story slides – gives a watery wonderland of tipping buckets, slides and water cannons. The complimentary youth program, Splash Academy, has a jam-packed supervised activity schedule for kids aged three to 12. Teens can chill in their own devoted space – Entourage – loaded with extravagant relaxing furniture, gaming stations, foosball and air hockey, with the space transforming into a neon-lit dance club after dark.

For the big kids and kids at heart, the two level electric-auto race track – at 305 meters – will be the longest at sea special turbo boost available where silent electric cars hit speeds of up to 48 kilometres per hour. Additionally on the top deck is an outdoors laser tag course with an abandoned space station theme, open day and night. After investigating a few age-fitting exercises on board, guests can chill at the far reaching sundeck and pool area with two sprawling pools and six infinity hot tubs.

Alaska al fresco…

Following its prosperity on Norwegian Breakaway, Norwegian Bliss will fuse The Waterfront, an outdoor promenade lined with al fresco dining, bars and lounge spaces where guests can appreciate amazing views of Alaska’s famous view and natural life while they eat in style on board.

A three-deck focal center point – 678 Ocean Place – unites dynamic eateries, entertainment, guest services and shops into one region, with the goal that everybody can encounter a Norwegian Bliss Alaskan cruise on their own terms.

Accommodation for everybody…

Multi-generational families, singles and couples can make their optimal cruise holiday at sea with accommodation to suit every budget, including The Haven by Norwegian® for those hoping to enjoy a little extravagance, and additionally the more budget-friendly connecting staterooms for families with young kids.

A lot of pampering…

Guests can treat themselves to an assortment of pampering choices at the prestigious Mandara Spa – with access to 24 treatment rooms, a full-service salon and barber shop, an equipment-packed fitness centre, and the innovative thermal suite, the perfect counteractant to the cold, which is home to a vitality pool, heated whirlpool, salt, steam and snow rooms… even warmed stone loungers where guests can unwind inertly with one eye on their novel and one on the all encompassing views outside.

Nightlife and entertainment…

Bragging world-class evening entertainment, decisions incorporate the A-List Bar, wine bar The Cellars, 24 beers on tap at The District Brew House, deck parties at Spice H2O, rock and roll at the Cavern Club, an extensive casino, crisp comic drama club Alibi with both family-friendly and adult shows, a new original Cuban-inspired musical production, and the Tony-Award winning smash hit Jersey Boys. With hundreds of table games and slot machines for novice and pro gamblers, the spacious casino also offers smoking and non-smoking areas to satisfy all guest preferences.

There has never been a superior time for guests on tight calendars to encounter Alaska via ocean. With week by week 7-day agendas leaving Seattle from 2018, Norwegian Bliss is packed with 27 eating choices, world-class entertainment and an broad selection of superb shore excursions. Highlighting stops in Juneau, Skagway, Ketchikan, British Columbia and Victoria, Norwegian Bliss gives voyagers the chance to find the fantastic wonders of the area.

Silver Explorer

Refurbished Silversea’s Silver Explorer Makes Waves

Posted: September 19, 2022

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Silversea Expeditions is pleased to share new images of Silver Explorer, following an stylish refurbishment earlier this year.

The redesigned Silver Explorer accommodates 144 guests in all-inclusive intimate luxury, cruising to the world’s most remote destinations - from the Arctic, Antarctica and Africa to the Americas, French Polynesia and the Russian Far East.

As a major aspect of Silversea’s $170 million fleet wide refurbishment program, a significant investment has been made to ensure that guests appreciate a restored feeling of space and comfort while cruising on board Silver Explorer.

The new look offers a revived atmosphere throughout, fulfilled through invigorated hues plans, colours schemes, new upholstery, extravagant furniture and fixtures.

Silver Explorer’s public areas have experienced a complete transformation, with the Observation Lounge, Panorama Lounge and Connoisseur’s Corner including new furniture, and the restaurant’s buffet counters, ceiling and walls all refashioned with new upholstery.

The theatre’s bar has been upgraded with invigorated banquette seats, while The Grill has received a shiny new awning. Another boutique has replacing the library, and the spa and fitness centre have both doubled in size, replacing the original boutique.

The ship’s all-suite accommodation has been restyled, with the dominant part of bathrooms on board exhibiting new flooring, granite appointments and rainforest showers (replacing tub-and-shower combinations).

Suites with verandas have gotten new veranda furniture, while the vessel’s eight Expedition Suites have been changed over into 16 Vista and View Suites, with most featuring an a connecting door for the accommodation of families and companions travelling together.

In 2018, Silver Explorer will debut a unique collection of voyages through the Americas, tracing a path north from Ushuaia, the city at the end of the world, all the way up the Pacific coastline to the multicultural vibrant hub of Vancouver.

“We are delighted to see Silver Explorer welcome guests on board following her extensive refurbishment this year. The refreshed look and feel provides the perfect surroundings for guests to discover our exciting range of destinations including voyages to the Antarctic and a new unique collection of voyages through the Americas launching in 2018.” Said Amber Wilson, Managing Director, Asia Pacific, Silversea Cruises  

At Silversea Expeditions we are committed to providing the highest levels of comfort and service, whilst visiting incredible destinations as part of our unique itineraries.  The redesign of Silver Explorer forms just part of our multi-million dollar investment plan across our entire fleet.”  

On board, guests can also experience sumptuous cuisine, the personalised service of a butler, and a generous selection of shipboard amenities including complimentary beverages, wines and spirits served throughout the ship, stocked in-suite beverage cabinet, and at least one free hour of Wi-Fi per guest, per day.

In true Silversea Expeditions style, guests will be enriched by an onboard program of destination lectures, photo presentations and daily recaps. Exploratory Zodiac® excursions and interactive walks ashore, led by experts in their field — marine biologists, ornithologists, geologists, botanists, historians, and anthropologists, are complimentary.