MIAMI, Nov. 16, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrity Cruises
unveils another stunning revolution in ship design: Celebrity
Flora is an elevated and inspired approach to marine
exploration, meticulously designed expressly for the awe-inspiring
Galapagos Islands.
One of the most energy-efficient ships of its size in the
diverse archipelago1, the 100-guest Celebrity
Flora will offer seamless sea-to-shore transportation, and
includes anchorless technology that maintains the ship's position
while protecting the sensitive sea floor. Innovative outward-facing
design gives guests 360-degree views of the islands, while personal
suite attendants, new dining venues, an open-air stargazing
platform, and expert-lead ecological seminars will round out the
modern luxury vacation experience.
"Celebrity Flora marks another example of our
revolutionary ship design by allowing the destination and its
environment to influence every decision we've made," said
Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, President and
CEO, Celebrity Cruises. "From the luxurious all-suite
accommodations to industry-first, eco-friendly innovations, we
created a ship that brings a new level of luxury, sustainability
and natural exploration to the region. Guests will feel as though
they're boarding a high-end yacht for a week of unparalleled
adventures, and they are!"
"We are very pleased with the announcement of Celebrity Cruises'
decision to build a cruise vessel with cutting-edge technology,
designed specifically to operate around our wonderful islands,"
said Enrique Ponce de León, Ecuador's Minister of Tourism. "Celebrity
Flora will undoubtedly mark a very important milestone in the
tourism development of Ecuador and
the Galapagos Islands, offering high quality and sustainable
tourism."
Designed with the Destination in Mind:
The natural
beauty of the islands, the diversity and uniqueness of the species
that it harbors earned this archipelago the reputation of being a
living laboratory of evolutionary processes still in progress. The
region made room for the development of a large number of flora and
fauna that do not exist anywhere else in the world, making the
Galapagos a very unique place of global importance for the common
heritage of humanity.
Featuring Celebrity's signature outward-facing design,
Celebrity Flora virtually erases boundaries and brings this
typically remote destination closer to guests. Educational,
research-based programming gives travelers an opportunity to
continue learning about the wildlife-rich Galapagos Islands.
The Marina is the primary point of access to the ship and
can accommodate up to three Zodiacs at once, reducing transport
time to and from land and allowing more time for guests to explore
the practically untouched islands. While onboard guests will unwind
in the Sunset Lounge, find solace in The Vista, an
open-air hideaway with 360-degree views, cocoon-style loungers and
private cabanas, and enjoy the breathtaking surrounds in the
floor-to-ceiling glass-wrapped Observatory.
Darwin's Cove and the Naturalist Center provide a
bounty of information on the destination, wildlife and
environmental efforts, while the Discovery Lounge will be
home to Naturalist presentations and excursion information. Guests
can participate in a guided astronomy tour or enjoy star-lit skies
on their own from the Stargazing Platform.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served daily in the Seaside
Restaurant. The Ocean Grill offers a casual dining
space, panoramic views and Dinner Under the Stars, or guests can
choose from an indulgent in-room dining experience.
Sophisticated Accommodations, Attentive
Service:
Celebrity Flora transports travelers in
all-suite accommodations featuring oversized bathrooms perfect for
post-adventure refreshing. These modern retreats bring the outside
in through Celebrity's signature outward-facing layouts and
heralded Infinite Verandas, and come complete with sustainable,
natural, regionally inspired materials. Personal suite attendants
cater to guests' every need.
Celebrity Flora's two Penthouse Suites are
the largest in the Galapagos with separate indoor and outdoor
living areas, customizable lighting and shades, and a telescope for
stargazing or sea lion-peeping. Guests can also find relaxation in
Royal Suites, Ultimate Sky Suites with Infinite
Veranda, Premium Sky Suites with Infinite Veranda and
Sky Suites with Infinite Veranda.
Environmental Stewardship and Innovation:
Celebrity Flora is one of the most energy-efficient ships in
its class, with a 15 percent reduction of fuel consumption and
equivalently fewer air emissions2, thanks to the
introduction of an advanced propulsion system, hull configuration
and specially designed diesel engines. Two more firsts in the
Galapagos, Celebrity Flora's dynamic positioning system
allows the ship to stay in position without physically anchoring
and damaging the sea floor, with zero speed stabilizers promising
smooth sailing throughout.
Celebrity will reduce the need for plastics onboard by
introducing in-room water filtration stations and by converting sea
water and air conditioning condensation into pure, fresh water. Any
materials that can be recycled, reused or donated will be as part
of a strict waste management system.
"I think this is a clear example of an intelligent investment,
not only because the boat design was thought with the
characteristics of the Galapagos, but because it is based on the
best technology available to protect a Natural Heritage of
Humanity," said Walter Bustos,
Director of Galapagos National Park. "This proposal is a mix of
experiences and education so that each visitor returns to their
country with a different mindset, more committed to the
conservation of the environment, which is one of the objectives of
the Galapagos National Park "
Experience the Evolution of Travel in the
Galapagos:
Celebrity Flora will sail from Baltra
year-round, making her first sailing on May
26, 2019. Bookings are now open at
www.celebritycruises.com/galapagos/ships/celebrity-flora or through
a travel agent, for the ship's alternating seven-night inner and
outer loop itineraries.
About Celebrity Cruises:
Celebrity Cruises' iconic "X" is the mark of modern luxury, with
its cool, contemporary design and warm spaces; dining experiences
where the design of the venues is as important as the cuisine; and
the amazing service that only Celebrity can provide, all created to
provide an unmatchable experience for vacationers' precious time.
Celebrity Cruises' 12 ships offer modern luxury vacations visiting
all seven continents. Celebrity also presents incredible cruise
tour experiences in Alaska and
Canada. Celebrity is one of five
cruise brands operated by global cruise vacation company Royal
Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE: RCL). For more information, dial
1-800-437-3111, visit www.celebritycruises.com, or call your travel
agent.
1 When compared to Celebrity's Xpedition Class
2 When compared to Celebrity's Xpedition Class
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