Celebrity Xploration

Imagine visiting the same islands Charles Darwin did on your very own private catamaran. You don't have to imagine it, because Celebrity has created it for you. Celebrity Xploration is a 16-passenger intimate journey that's perfect for family get-togethers, getaways with friends, or small groups who want to explore together.

Designed for off the beaten path discovery, you'll discover hidden gems like Los Lobos (named for sea lions) and Kicker Rock (the very icon of the Galapagos). Of course, a luxury venture wouldn't be complete without a cozy stateroom, with a window or veranda offering a personal view of the amazing archipelago; a personal refrigerator stocked with beverages of your choice; room service; complimentary snorkeling equipment and wet suits; and more.

Celebrity Xploration Dining

Celebrity Xploration is designed to connect you to the destinations you'll visit like never before, and one way it does that is by bringing the flavors of the world to you-right on board. Embark on an unrivaled culinary journey, with 29 distinct restaurants, bars, and lounges to choose from, including the brand-new Craft Social Bar. Savor new globally inspired menus crafted by the Michelin-starred chefs, featuring some delicious new dishes. You won't find another dining experience like this at sea-or anywhere. Satisfy your appetite for exploring by booking an award-winning vacation aboard Celebrity Xploration.

• Cosmopolitan Restaurant: To maintain the essence of that experience on Celebrity Xploration, Celebrity created the Cosmopolitan Restaurant-the next evolution of the current main restaurants. The walk-through wine display at the entrance sets the scene for the cuisine you'll enjoy here-new American with global influences. With exclusive menus, discover favorite dishes prepared in exciting ways that make them brand-new favorites again.
• Normandie Restaurant: With ties to the elegant Murano specialty restaurant on many of the ships, Normandie Restaurant features contemporary French cuisine in a modern, upscale, refined atmosphere that evokes the romance of springtime in Paris, with a color palette reminiscent of cherry blossoms in full bloom. Enjoy regional European wines, deliciously uniquely cocktails, tantalizing starters, and mouthwatering entrees.
• Cyprus Restaurant: This restaurant represents Greek heritage. Celebrity wanted to create a stunning atmosphere that would represent the Mediterranean fare served here, so Celebrity worked with world-renowned designer, Patricia Urquiola. In Cyprus, the menu's main focus is seafood and features simple, clean dishes that celebrate the food and beverages of the Mediterranean region.
• Tuscan Restaurant: Step inside and discover the delicious ambience-a modern classical design inspired by Italian fashion and film. Savor mouthwatering cuisine inspired by authentic southern Italian eateries. The meals here include Italian-inspired dishes, featuring all homemade pastas prepared with a rustic flare. Your taste buds will get a tour of southern Italy without even stepping ashore.
• Eden Cafe: Eden Cafe offers a wide variety of morning beverages and casual culinary bites. Three stories of windows bring in the shimmering morning light to create a bright and airy atmosphere, and change as the mood shifts from breakfast to lunch, plus al fresco dining is available on either side of the cafe.
• Spa Cafe: Replenish at The Spa Cafe, featuring nourishing, spa-inspired fare. You'll love the creative take on healthy cuisine.
• Oceanview Cafe: Oceanview Cafe is the perfect spot to enjoy stunning views along with a variety of world flavors. A marketplace atmosphere with multiple stations offer made-to-order breakfast and lunch, with a rotating international menu taking over for dinner.
• Mast Grill: Enjoy ocean views and curb your hunger with a burger, salad, or sandwich in a relaxed, poolside atmosphere. There's no better place to sample some hearty fare than on the top deck at the Mast Grill.
• Room Service: Turn your stateroom into a private dining room with one phone call. Whether you crave a gourmet breakfast in bed, a leisurely lunch, an intimate dinner, or even a late-night snack, the dedicated staff is at your service. Celebrity completely understands why you wouldn't want to leave your stateroom, so immerse yourself in the luxury of enjoying a carefully crafted menu delivered right to your door.

Celebrity Xploration Specialty Dining

Celebrity expanded the culinary expertise even further on Celebrity Xploration in the specialty restaurants that offer new menu items to excite your palate. From prime cuts at Fine Cut Steakhouse to the freshest seafood at sea in Raw on 5-any one of the deliciously exciting specialty restaurants could be your new favorite.

• Fine Cut Steakhouse: Discover this upscale dining experience for dinner with service that's elevated to an art form and a space that's warm and inviting with a glamorous palette of rich ruby, amber, and gold design elements. While the design creates an ambience of sophistication, the cuisine offers up the sizzle. With a wide selection of the choicest cuts of meat to the freshest, premium seafood, there's something here for everyone.
• Le Grand Bistro: Inspired by classic French bistros, the mouthwatering sights, scents, and sounds of a bustling boulangerie-patisserie will excite you almost as much as the food itself. The ambience changes from morning to evening, and you have seating options that range from the planter-edged sidewalk to the inner cafe with stunning views of the sea. So, every time you eat here, it's a whole new experience.
• Le Petit Chef: The world-renown artists of Skullmapping have reached a true pinnacle of their custom 3D table animation art form. This dining experience is beautifully choreographed with an elegant menu created by the Michelin Star Chef. Le Petit Chef offered on Celebrity Cruises is simply one of the most unique dining events in the world.
• Raw on 5: Using both raw and refined elements with earth tones, pearlescent accents, and natural textures, Celebrity has created a sophisticated yet approachable restaurant. The dramatic raw bar display at the entrance showcases an abundance of oysters, crab, and lobsters to choose from. The menu, also available at the Magic Carpet when positioned on Deck 5, will feature more casual offerings like shrimp salad, the signature lobster roll and sushi and sashimi prepared by the expert sushi chefs.
• Rooftop Garden Grill: Whether enjoying lunch or dining under the stars, the Rooftop Garden Grill is nestled perfectly in its own delicious corner of the Rooftop Garden. Discover the ultimate in outdoor eateries where you're surrounded by the open sky and the most incredible ocean views around while you savor gourmet backyard BBQ favorites.
• Eden Restaurant: Dinner at Eden Restaurant isn't just a meal. It's an extraordinary culinary journey, featuring an open kitchen, innovative dishes, and three levels of design excellence. Exciting new menus offer more appetizers, entrees, and desserts to create a new dining experience that will excite every sense. The expertly executed dishes are as beautiful as they are delicious.
• Luminae at The Retreat: Dining on Celebrity Xploration is an exclusive affair for guests of The Retreat with access to a private restaurant, Luminae at The Retreat. Luminae is sumptuously designed by Kelly Hoppen, CBE and features menus that change daily as well as selections from Chef Daniel Boulud that are not available in any other restaurant on board.
• Blu: AquaClass guests will enjoy this exclusive restaurant featuring clean, crisp flavors and inventive cuisine complemented by an extensive list of sustainable and bio-dynamic wines. Everything here is undeniably delicious. Pair all of that with personalized service, inviting surroundings, and natural light, and you have the fresh and bold experience of Blu.

Celebrity Xploration Bars & Lounges

Whether you want handcrafted martinis, ice-cold craft brews, or delicious specialty coffees to perk you up, the bars and lounges aboard Celebrity Xploration offer something for every mood. Kick back at tried-and-true favorites, like Cafe al Bacio, the Pool Bar, the ever-popular Sunset Bar, and the stunning Martini Bar-and discover a brand-new favorite at Craft Social Bar, featuring beer, wine, and cocktails.

• The Martini Bar: Enjoy handcrafted cocktails under the glow of the Grand Plaza's stunning LED chandelier, which features nightly choreographed light and flair bartending shows.
• The Magic Carpet: The Magic Carpet is designed with comfortable seating, a full bar, and space for live music performances, so it truly is a destination itself on Celebrity Xploration.
• The Retreat Lounge: Exclusive to guests of The Retreat, this warmly inviting lounge is open 24/7 and offers a new fully stocked and expertly staffed bar, as well as gourmet bites and live entertainment.
• The Retreat Pool Bar: Guests of The Retreat enjoy exclusive access to the indulgent, inviting Pool Bar with private cabanas and plush loungers.
• Cafe Al Bacio: This Italian-inspired cafe located along the Grand Plaza is the perfect place to gather with friends and relax with delicious specialty coffees and sweet treats.
• The Club: Whether you're a morning person or night owl, this dynamic venue has something for everyone, from daytime activities like DJ classes and archery to evening productions that will entertain you long past your bedtime.
• Il Secondo Bacio: Located within Oceanview Cafe, Il Secondo Bacio offers specialty coffees and freshly squeezed juices to go along with your meal or enjoy on their own.
• Eden Bar: Tantalize your senses with a collection of craft cocktails that perfectly match the chillful, playful, and wonderful vibes of Eden.
• The Sunset Bar: With a casual country club atmosphere and some of the most spectacular views aboard, this is the perfect spot to watch the world go by with a cocktail in hand.
• The Pool Bar: Sip on refreshing cocktails as you unwind poolside, losing yourself in the live music and gentle sea breezes.
• Craft Social Bar: Pull up a seat in the comfy new venue, offering a wide selection of craft beers, wines, and cocktails on tap, as well as comfort food bites elevated to delicious new heights.

Celebrity Xploration Entertainment

One of the most exciting parts of any vacation is discovering new places. Places that awaken a sense of wonder within you. Places that spark your imagination and curiosity. Places that change the way you see the world. On Celebrity Xploration, you'll discover places that do exactly that. Places Celebrity had designed to entertain you, to amaze you, and to transport you and change the way you experience the world.

• Eden: This breathtaking venue is the epitome of Celebrity Xploration's outward-facing concept and will awaken every one of your senses in an atmosphere that transforms from chillful mornings to playful afternoons to wonderful evenings.
• Resort Deck: The Resort Deck is unlike any other outdoor space at sea-or anywhere. Here, you'll find endless ways to enjoy the outdoors and connect with the sea, including the Rooftop Garden, the adults-only Solarium pool, and the Main Pool-an asymmetrical space surrounded by an outward-facing, terraced pool deck, so while unwinding poolside, the ocean views become the main focal point.
• The Casino: This Vegas-style casino rivals the biggest and best land-based casinos. With a variety of games in a smoke-free environment, you'll enjoy an excellent selection of over 2,015 slot games and 148 table games that are available across the fleet. Plus, you instantly become a member of the casino rewards program, Blue Chip Club to start earning points with every game you play. Discover a world of fantastic casino thrills and adventures at sea. With better odds, custom limits, late hours and Lady Luck on your side, there's no limit to the exciting casino experiences you'll have on an outstanding cruise vacation.
• The Grand Plaza: A different experience every time you visit. Three decks open to create an airy venue you might find in a cosmopolitan city. The iconic chandelier hangs proudly above the Martini Bar, taking center stage with the talented bartenders at night during their exciting Flash Flair Fusion performance. With everything it has to offer, the Grand Plaza is the place to see and be seen.
• The Solarium: The Solarium features a pool and hot tubs for your relaxation. Relax on a luxurious lounger while you enjoy your favorite book or perfect the art of napping.
• The Theatre: Every entertaining moment is more exciting than the next. With a perfect view from any seat, The Theatre introduces three all-new production shows with programming exclusive to Celebrity Xploration, brought to life through state-of-the-art technology.
• The Club: Whether you're joining the excitement of the daily activities that take place here or popping in at night for the cutting-edge entertainment experiences, The Club offers hours of entertainment.

Celebrity Xploration Health & Wellness

There's no better way to find your ultimate state of wellbeing than with the ocean as your backdrop. Start your holistic wellness journey with an incredible night's rest on the exclusive eXhale bedding, made with cashmere. Get your endorphins flowing with first-at-sea fitness programs. Escape to The Spa and discover more than 120 rejuvenating treatments, including Destination Inspired Treatments as unique as the places Celebrity visits. At the heart of The Spa, the SEA Thermal Suite and Persian Garden are playgrounds for the senses-and complimentary for guests of the AquaClass staterooms and Aqua Sky Suites.

• SEA Thermal Suite: An evolution of the popular Persian Garden, the Adults-Only SEA Thermal Suite features eight distinctive therapeutic experiences, all inspired by nature to create one incredible place to relax and connect with fellow wellness enthusiasts before or after your treatments at The Spa.
• The Persian Garden: For thousands of years, people have found that moving water and temperature variations provide relief for muscle and joint issues, speed the release of toxins from the body and promote deep relaxation. The Persian Garden pass includes use of the aquatherapy environments from aromatic steam to tropical rain showers for a rejuvenating experience. AquaClass guests enjoy unlimited access to the Adults-Only Persian Garden. If you're not in AquaClass, you can purchase the Persian Garden Pass.
• The Fitness Center: Even though you're on vacation, you won't want to skip this gym. An expanded studio offers new programs like the first F45 classes while the fleet boasts sought-after classes: The HIIT and LIT Bungee Fit. You can stay in shape with state-of-the-art Technogym weight machines and cardio equipment while connecting to the sea with floor-to-ceiling windows for a little motivation.
• The Spa: Whether you want to clear your mind, fine-tune your body, reinvigorate your spirit-or all of the above-The Spa is a luxurious sanctuary where you can do it all. Here, Celebrity has introduced an array of innovative new firsts in beauty, fitness, and wellness that make finding complete bliss on vacation easier than ever.
• Kerastase Salon: Guests will experience a couture styling session that merges exclusive products with technology and superior service that is nothing short of divine. Institute staff, along with the Kerastase Flagship Salon team in the fleet, diagnose your individual haircare needs and prescribe personalized treatment options just for you.
• The Barber: Kelly Hoppen, CBE used of warm tones and rich natural materials to create a perfectly inviting space for a traditional hot shave and trim before you hit the Martini Bar, The Club, or wherever the night takes you.

Celebrity Xploration Shopping

From jewelry to watches, beauty products to spirits, The Celebrity Shops feature a lineup of world-class brands-many of which are available at sea for the first time-with limited- edition products, and unique discovery events that tantalize all five senses.

• Cartier
• Bvlgari
• Montblanc
• Effy
• Spirited

Celebrity Xploration Staterooms

No matter which of Celebrity Xploration's luxurious staterooms you choose, you'll rest easily on eXhale bedding and Cashmere mattresses designed exclusively for Celebrity. In fact, nearly every stateroom and suite on Celebrity Xploration features a king-sized bed. Celebrity wants you fully refreshed and ready to explore every day of your vacation. Plus, in-room automation allows you to adjust everything from your shades to your lighting to your AC with the tap of a screen. Celebrity thought of every comfort and refined every detail. So, welcome home-to Celebrity Xploration.

• Penthouse Suite: The largest, most luxurious suites sailing the Galapagos islands. With up to 1,288 total square feet of indulgent home-away-from-home comfort, these lush havens are the ultimate complement to this extraordinary destination.
• Royal Suite: The Royal Suite is a modern refuge thoughtfully designed to pamper guests and highlight the destination. Experience 559 total square feet featuring a separate living area, bedroom, and private veranda.
• Ultimate Sky Suite with Infinite Veranda: New to the Galapagos Islands is the Infinite Veranda. A key transformational element, this game-changer virtually takes your entire room to the water's edge with the touch of a button. The Ultimate Sky Suite with Infinite Veranda offers a total of 365 square feet.
• Premium Sky Suites with Infinite Veranda: Offering the innovative infinite veranda and an outward facing spa tub and shower. Enjoy open-air access to the sea and the islands with the touch of a button.
• Sky Suites with Infinite Veranda: Transform your suite to an open-air room with the touch of a button and experience a greater connection to the Galapagos Islands landscapes. Sky Suites with Infinite Veranda feature a modern layout with an etched glass divider and face outward for stunning views from the moment you wake.
• Sky Suite with Veranda: The Sky Suite with Veranda offers a total of 330 square feet, including a private, spacious (84 square feet) veranda. The signature eXhale bedding collection and Cashmere Mattress invites you to sink into it. In fact, it's so indulgent, we dare you to have a better night's sleep anywhere else.

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