Great Barrier Reef Cruise with Celebrity Solstice

Celebrity

Maybe it’s the fact that you’re greeted by name. Perhaps it’s because you merely mentioned a favorite dessert and it appears after dinner without asking. As you cool off with chilled towels upon return from a shore excursion, you just know something is different aboard Celebrity.With one staff member for nearly every two guests, Celebrity’s personal service anticipates your every need. Unobtrusively. Intuitively. So you’ll feel restored and relaxed-effortlessly. In your stateroom, outside by the pool, in the AquaSpa®, anywhere at all, at anytime, their onboard family goes the extra mile to ensure every aspect of your cruise turns out just the way you want it.

Taste

Taste the promise of a delicious vacation.

If you have a passion for food, wine, and spirits-we have a menu of activities you’re sure to love. Experience just how robust life at sea can be. Some of their sumptuous CelebrityLife culinary activities that await you include:

Champagne High Tea
The art of hospitality is elevated to new levels at afternoon high tea, as a string quartet plays softly in the background. This soothing ritual, in one of their specialty restaurants, features white glove service and fine bone china. Offerings include Tea Forté® loose teas, espresso, lattes and cappuccino accompanied by tea afternoon Savories, pastries, fresh berries and freshly baked Scones served with imported Devon Cream.

Star Chefs Cooking Competition
Watch two of their chefs, with the assistance of two guests, showcase their culinary skills as they contend for the coveted best chef honors-at least for the day.

Mixology 101
Learn how to master the perfect Mojito and other fabulously delicious concoctions.

Molecular Mixology from the Liquid Chef
Experience the new trend of “chef-inspired" bartending.

Wine Appreciation 101
Join their Cellarmaster to learn, taste, and compare several wine varietals and styles.

Riedel® Comparative Wine Crystal Workshop
Discover the difference the shape and quality a Riedel glass makes to the enjoyment of fine wine.

The Art of Food and Wine Pairing
Learn the answers to your food and wine pairing questions in this educational workshop hosted by their Cellar Master.

Learn

Learn something now – and rediscover yourself.

If you’re passionate about energizing your gray matter, while having fun, discover an assortment of activities designed to spark your intellectual curiosity. Some of their cleverly entertaining CelebrityLife enrichment activities that await you include:

Celebrity iLearn
Turn your vacation photos into an artistic masterpiece in their iPhoto® class-just one of 18 classes featuring MacBook Pro®, iPods®, iPads® and iLife® software.

Beyond the Podium Speaker Series featuring Smithsonian Journeys
Expand your scholarly horizons with exciting presentations from expert speakers. Available on every 2011 Mediterranean, Holy Land, Transatlantic, Antarctic, Bermuda and Panama Canal sailing.

Let’s Dance series
Discover your hidden flair for the Salsa, Jive and other ballroom dances-and Hip Hop, too.

Rosetta Stone Language Lessons
Perfect your naturally rolling “rrrrr"s while learning Spanish with the Rosetta Stone program. Or choose from a list of other languages you’d love to learn.

Hot Glass Show featuring the Corning Museum of Glass
One of the coolest things at sea-the Hot Glass ShowSM. Witness the incredible art of glassblowing with an intimate demonstration.

Oceans Ahead Behind the Scenes and Environmental Programming
Brought to you by their ships’ officers, you’ll learn amazing facts on topics ranging from energy generation and ship navigation to onboard recycling.

Art Auctions
Conducted with great fanfare, their auctions offer original works from many well-known and up-and-coming artists. Sip champagne as you discover the next great realist or surrealist.

Hands-On Art Classes & Lectures
Get creative. The Art Studio, their new venue on The Lawn Club will be home base to two artists-in-residence who offer hands-on classes in many creative arts. Master Artists from The ArtCenter South Florida will host art classes, lectures and demonstrations on topics ranging from jewelry making to sketching to painting.

Revive

Revive your well being with serenity or vigor. Or both.

If you have a passion for all things “wellness," they’ve designed a collection of activities to rejuvenate you-inside and out. Some of the renewing Celebrity Life wellness activities that await you include:

Eat This, Not That! Drink This, Not That! Cook This, Not That!
These fun onboard activities are based on the best-selling book series from Rodale, Inc., publishers of Prevention, Men’s Health, Women’s Health and more. Their “Eat This, Not That!" has inspired them to create some new and engaging activities. Interactive trivia games plus cooking and mixology demonstrations are all designed to entertain as well as help you take control of your health and wellness through simple choices.

Tour de Cycle®
Get a great workout, while supporting the Lance Armstrong LIVESTRONG® Foundation in the fight against cancer. (Celebrity Solstice® Class ships only)

Introduction to Acupuncture Seminar
See how acupuncture can improve health and longevity by treating many ailments safely, effectively and painlessly.

Yoga Classes
Stretch your limits with an enlightening yoga session. Appropriate for all levels, focus on posture, movement and breathing techniques to relieve stress and strengthen muscles.

Restore Your Youthful Skin Seminar
Learn about anti-aging solutions for both women and men during this introduction to MediSpa cosmetic treatments.

Chilates Fitness Classes
Combining a Pilates and meditation session into one, this class will strengthen core muscles and improve breathing and relaxation technique.

How to Boost Your Metabolism Seminar
Find out how to lose more fat, increase your metabolism, reduce water retention and boost your energy.

Play

Play up your vacation for all it’s worth.

If you’re passionate about having fun, they have an engaging arsenal of activities designed to tickle your funny bone and keep you on your toes to challenge your competitive spirit. Some of their ready-for-action CelebrityLife trivia and games that await you include:

Karaoke
Become the star you’ve always wanted to be. Choose from more than 1,700 songs and sing the night away with your fellow cruise stars.

Casino Tournaments & Lessons
Make a date with Lady Luck. Try your hand at Blackjack, poker and other casino games.

Trivia Contests
Have a blast challenging your knowledge of a wide variety of topics using their new electronic interactive trivia system. Activities range from Daily Trivia to full-on Game Shows & Trivia Tournaments.

Lawn Games at the Lawn Club
Join a friendly pick-up game of Croquet or Bocce. Blongo or Baggo.

Interactive Video Games
Try your hand at bowling, tennis, boxing, darts and more.SportsBrush up on your basketball, ping-pong and golf putting skills. Then join in for fun-filled tournaments.

Pool Games & Events
Have fun in the water with pool volleyball, pool golf chipping and plenty more aquatic activities.

Founded: 1989

No. of Vessels

• 11 exquisite ships
• Sailing to over 200 ports worldwide

Demographic

• Couples, singles and families that appreciate the finer things in life

Accommodation

• Unique Concierge Class of premium balcony staterooms with exclusive privileges and indulgent amenities
• New AquaClass balcony staterooms* with access to special amenities and luxurious spa extras

*Available on selected ships

Dining & Beverages

• World-class dining in the main dining room
• Casual dining
• Speciality dining*
• Celebrity Select Dining – offering flexible dining times*
• Room service available 24 hours a day

*Some conditions apply. Please see the website or download the brochure for full details

Entertainment

• Ultra-stylish bars, lounges, clubs, casino, art galleries, musical spectaculars, aerial fantasias, magicians, poolside DJ, duty-free shopping & more
• Onboard activities including cooking classes, wine tasting and wellness programs

Cruise Price Inclusions

• Dining & entertainment
• Onboard gratuities (tips)
• Fees and taxes