The company has shown enthusiasm for blending the innovative with the classic -- for instance, decorating with both contemporary and traditional art.
In 2007, the line engaged culinary consultancy Blau & Associates to work closely with Celebrity's culinary staff across the fleet to maintain the line's most popular items and complement them with fresh, contemporary and creative concepts that will continue to deliver an exceptional dining experience onboard. The entire fleet's casual dining and buffet areas are receiving facelifts. With its latest ships, Solstice and Equinox, Celebrity has also introduced novel alternative restaurant concepts, from Asian-fusion to Italian steakhouse, including an eatery exclusive to AquaClass (spa) stateroom passengers. For Celebrity Eclipse, the line introduced a fun, new dining idea. Qsine, which replaces Silk Harvest, takes commonplace or comfort foods and twists the recipe, presentation or both to live up to its slogan, "Uniquely Unordinary." Expect to try DIY sliders, popcorn fish 'n' chips and much more!
In September 2009, Celebrity began rolling out a beta test of its Celebrity Select flexible dining program, which became available fleetwide in February 2010. Flex-dining passengers are able to reserve dining times online before their cruises or once they're onboard the ship.
All Celebrity ships have cabins and suites that are standard in size and amenities. (A minimum category stateroom at 172 square feet is a plus for bargain seekers.) Celebrity has also upgraded amenities in all cabin categories to include terry cloth robes and in-room service from the dining room menu. The Celebrity fleet's AquaSpa transports passengers to a whole new world with treatments inspired by rituals from exotic cultures. Passengers can discover a state of complete tranquility in the Persian Garden or pamper themselves with a host of indulgences.
All standard cabins have TV's with closed-circuit movies and Sony's interactive features; direct dial telephones; mini-bars; safes; hair dryers and convertible twin/queen beds. And on U.K.-based Celebrity Eclipse there is in-cabin tea and coffee making facilities. A large number of cabins have private balconies (56 percent of all accommodations on Millennium-class ships). Suites have verandahs and an outstanding private butler service. Additional in-suite amenities include DVD players or VCR's, personalized stationery, whirlpool baths, afternoon tea and pre-dinner canapes. In addition to alternative restaurants on Millennium-class ships (specialty restaurants levy $5 to $40 per person service fee), Celebrity has launched an evening casual dining program fleetwide. These are in addition to the traditional main dining room.
Beyond its general increase in enhancements, Celebrity offers Concierge Class accommodations. This unique class of oceanview staterooms offers passengers extra amenities, from service-related additions (priority luggage service) to plusher furnishings (luxurious bed coverings, some balconies with dining tables). Originally available only on Millennium-class ships, the innovation has proven so popular that it is now available on most of the ships in the fleet. And another new category of staterooms has debuted with the Solstice class: AquaClass cabins, which cater to spa enthusiasts and include spa perks and use of an exclusive, intimate restaurant.
Key features on the new Solstice-class vessels include the Lawn Club, a freshly manicured lawn on the highest deck. Passengers can enjoy casual outdoor activities in a country-club atmosphere and enjoy the grass between their toese. These ships also feature Cellar Masters, a bar inspired by the vineyards of Napa Valley, which brings to life the experience of a global wine tour while you learn about and taste a large variety of wines from around the world. In a welcoming and unique onboard environment, you'll discover new wines, receive recommendations and enrich your wine knowledge. Celebrity Solstice, Equinox, Eclipse and Silhouette also boat 10 dining venues.
Fellow Passengers
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Celebrity ships cruising to, from or within Australia in 2012-13
Century
(SOURCE: WIKIPEDIA) Celebrity Cruises is a cruise line which was founded in 1988 by the Greek Chandris Group.[1] In 1997, Celebrity Cruises Ltd. merged with Royal Caribbean Internationalto become Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., which operates Celebrity, Royal Caribbean International, Azamara Club Cruises, Pullmantur Cruises and CDF Croisieres de France. The signature "Χ" displayed on the funnel of Celebrity ships is the Greek letter chi, for "Chandris".[2][3] The company has its headquarters in Miami, Florida.[4]Common features on board Celebrity brand ships are aft-glass dining rooms, formal foyer areas, alternate dining venues, balcony and suite staterooms, large pools and lounging areas, signature bars and lounges, libraries, elegant spas and gyms, and relaxation areas.
Current fleet
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Century class
| Ship | Entered service for Celebrity | Capacity | Gross tonnage | Flag | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celebrity Century | 1995 | 1778 | 71,545 GT |  Malta | PreviouslyCentury |
[edit]Millennium class
| Ship | Entered service for Celebrity | Capacity | Gross tonnage | Flag | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celebrity Millennium | 2000 | 2460 | 91,000 GT | Malta | Previously Millennium. |
| Celebrity Infinity | 2001 | 2499 | 91,000 GT | Malta | Previously Infinity, renamed 2007 |
| Celebrity Summit | 2002 | 2499 | 91,000 GT | Malta | Previously Summit. |
| Celebrity Constellation | 2002 | 2038 | 91,000 GT | Malta | Previously Constellation, renamed 2007 |
[edit]Xpedition class
| Ship | Entered service for Celebrity | Capacity | Gross tonnage | Flag | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celebrity Xpedition | 2001 | 96 | 2,842 GT |  Ecuador | Last refurbished in 2003 |
[edit]Solstice class
| Ship | Entered service for Celebrity | Capacity | Gross tonnage | Flag | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celebrity Solstice | 2008 | 2850 | 122,000 GT | Malta | |
| Celebrity Equinox | 2009 | 2850 | 122,000 GT | Malta | |
| Celebrity Eclipse | 2010 | 2850 | 122,000 GT | Malta | |
| Celebrity Silhouette | 2011 | 2886 | 122,000 GT | Malta |
[edit]Future ships
Celebrity Cruises has one ship on order,Celebrity Reflection.[11] Celebrity Reflection will add an additional deck of staterooms and is expected to have a capacity of 3,030 passengers, to accompany this extra deck she will have a slightly larger beam compared to her sister ships. As of July 2011, Celebrity had no plans for new ships after the Reflection.[21]
| Ship | Planned delivery date | Shipyard | Projected capacity | Projected gross tonnage | Planned flag | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celebrity Reflection | November 2012 | Meyer Werft,Papenburg | 3030 | 126,000 GT | Malta | Celebrity Cruises largest ship |
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