Sail Away…
A trip on one of the award-winning cruise ships from the Celebrity Cruise line offers you an upscale vacation experience that includes outstanding service as you travel to new, favorite and once-in-a-lifetime destinations. This premium cruise line features a mix of beautiful accommodations, high-tech venues and serene spaces as well as exceptional cuisine, captivating entertainment and enrichment programs.
As a bonus, each ship also boasts Broadway-style shows, transformational spaces and intimate bars and lounges where you can sip cocktails or dance the night away. The cruise line has also partnered with the American Ballet Theatre to bring you exclusive performances. Plusdance classes and even meet-and-greet events with some of the artists.
Cruise Ships
A total of six ships sail itineraries to Greece and surrounding countries this summer and early fall. Celebrity Infinity, Celebrity Constellation and Celebrity Reflection sail seven to 10 night itineraries throughout the Mediterranean, including Greece and its islands, Croatia, Malta and Turkey. The line’s three newest ships — Celebrity Beyond, Celebrity Edge and Celebrity Apex – sail itineraries in the Mediterranean of ten nights and longer, with a ports of call in Athens or the Greek Islands. Each ship features fanciful tropical garden-inspired lounge, dining and entertainment areas at their backs called Eden that are like nothing else at sea. And there are many other unique venues onboard where you can kick back and relax day or night. Including the two main theaters with their dazzling lighting and special effects.
Aside from all the onboard fun, there are plenty of opportunities to take in the sights and sounds of your ports of call. On most eco-friendly cruises, the line offers a variety of guided excursions led by local experts. Tours range from walking tours to culinary adventures that give you a glimpse into the day-to-day lives of the people living in your cruise’s destination.
Of course, you’ll also have plenty of freedom to explore on your own. There are a myriad of beaches, shopping streets and quaint villages to discover on your own or with a group. And don’t forget to check out the tavernas and cafes in town where you can sample local fare.
In terms of itineraries, Celebrity offers a wide range of voyages to Europe throughout the year. In a typical summer, seven of the cruise line’s 12 main ships will be deployed on itineraries around Spain’s Barcelona; Italy’s Rome, Venice and Florence; and Croatia’s Dubrovnik.
Excursions
Celebrity offers a new collection of shore excursions designed by the cruise line’s Captains and that will be available on any Celebrity ship sailing the Greek Isles this summer. Dubbed “Captain Curated Shore Excursions,” these trips offer guests a chance to see Greece from the perspective of their ship’s Captain. Some of these excursions will include visits to family-owned olive mills, culinary hidden gems such as the best place to eat kebabs and immersive experiences that provide “Journey WonderFULL” adventures. These tours will be offered in Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Rhodes and Olympia (Katakalon). They are available on all itineraries with a Greek Isles or Athens stop between June and October. For more information, visit the Celebrity website.