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By galapagosbound , October 6, 2019 in Celebrity Cruises

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Hey everyone, our trip to the Galapagos onboard Celebrity Flora is getting closer & closer, and we're very excited, but also getting anxious about some aspects of the trip we're unaware of. I'll post some of these questions below and please provide any info you may have based on your experience.Please keep in mind that we're on the Flora, so if you've been to the Galapagos with Celebrity on a different ship that your experience may differ, so please specify if you were not on the Flora. Thanks for any help, tips, isights, answers and info anyone can shed on our questions:

1) Our main concern is wet landings/getting off the zodiacs and onto land/shore. I've read here that it's inevitable that you'll get your feet and part of your legs wet. How did you manage this? Did you have water shoes that doubled as hiking/walking shoes? Did you disembark into the shallow water with water shoes, then take the time to dry your feet and put your hiking shoes on? This is our first "expedition" type cruise, so we have no idea about these kinds of things. I've heard that the new zodiacs on Flora have a new design to make landings easier, but that you still have to step into water. Any insight is helpful. 

2) Is sunscreen part of the amenities provided onboard? With all the eco-concerns, do they provide hair conditioner in guest rooms on board?

3)In case we forget any important gear, does the boat have a shop where can purchase hats or sunglasses, etc?

4)Some people said to bring a long sleeve sun shirt/rash guard to put over the provided wet suits. Does this mean that the provided wet suits are sleeveless?

5)Does the cruise line disinfect scuba gear or should I bring my own sanitary wipes ?

6)What is the dress code for the dining room? We tend to be on the more formal side and I'm considering bringing a jacket for the dinner, but I've from a cruiser on another boat that he was in jeans and a t-shirt. I'm assuming there is no enforced dress code nor a formal night, but in general how do people dress for dinner? 

Any info or tips are helpful. Thanks for your time.

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Could I add a question? 6) Does the ship supply hiking/trekking poles?  Or should we bring our own?  Are hiking/trekking poles even needed?

GalapagosBound, I think I can answer one question without yet having been on our cruise (Nov 10th.. when are you going?).  I have been told the wetsuits are shorties.  We have heard that the water is chilly so we are bringing Chillguard's rash guard shirts to wear under the wetsuits as an added layer of insulation.  They are slightly thicker than our usual rashguard shirts (which we are also bringing) that we would use snorkelling in the Caribbean more as protection from the sun.  We are also bringing fin socks which somebody on here recommended just to make the flippers more comfortable.  Can't hurt to have warmer feet either. We are bringing our own mask and snorkel but not flippers.  We always bring our own mask and snorkel on cruises.  We're bringing waterproof hiking shoes so some dampness won't be an issue if we have a rainy day or hit a puddle.  We have short Smart Wool sock with the theory that wool is better for wet than cotton.  (just our theory.. don't know if its true)  For wet landings we're bringing those sandals that have a good sturdy sole for grip on wet rocks and a closed toe so we won't stub our toes.  Teva and Keen make them, for example.

SaltwaterLee

On 10/6/2019 at 1:14 PM, galapagosbound said: Hey everyone, our trip to the Galapagos onboard Celebrity Flora is getting closer & closer, and we're very excited, but also getting anxious about some aspects of the trip we're unaware of. I'll post some of these questions below and please provide any info you may have based on your experience.Please keep in mind that we're on the Flora, so if you've been to the Galapagos with Celebrity on a different ship that your experience may differ, so please specify if you were not on the Flora. Thanks for any help, tips, isights, answers and info anyone can shed on our questions: 1) Our main concern is wet landings/getting off the zodiacs and onto land/shore. I've read here that it's inevitable that you'll get your feet and part of your legs wet. How did you manage this? Did you have water shoes that doubled as hiking/walking shoes? Did you disembark into the shallow water with water shoes, then take the time to dry your feet and put your hiking shoes on? This is our first "expedition" type cruise, so we have no idea about these kinds of things. I've heard that the new zodiacs on Flora have a new design to make landings easier, but that you still have to step into water. Any insight is helpful.    2) Is sunscreen part of the amenities provided onboard? With all the eco-concerns, do they provide hair conditioner in guest rooms on board?   3)In case we forget any important gear, does the boat have a shop where can purchase hats or sunglasses, etc?   4)Some people said to bring a long sleeve sun shirt/rash guard to put over the provided wet suits. Does this mean that the provided wet suits are sleeveless?   5)Does the cruise line disinfect scuba gear or should I bring my own sanitary wipes ?   6)What is the dress code for the dining room? We tend to be on the more formal side and I'm considering bringing a jacket for the dinner, but I've from a cruiser on another boat that he was in jeans and a t-shirt. I'm assuming there is no enforced dress code nor a formal night, but in general how do people dress for dinner?    Any info or tips are helpful. Thanks for your time.

Just left the Flora yesterday so here is what we had on our trip.

1. Wet landings, there are some, and it can vary how wet they may be depending on conditions. As for did people have shoes that were good for wet landings and keep them on, or change to dry shoes, it went either way. I had shoes that were good enough to do the hikes on the wet landings without changing, but some did change. Your choice really.

2. Sunscreen is not provided, they do give you a small lip balm as part of your welcome gifts, but no other sunscreen is provided. And do bring some, you'll need it.

3. There is a small boutique area on deck 3 that has some clothing items and a few other things, I did see hats, but not sure on sunglasses. We didn't really shop on board, so we walked by a few times but didn't really look too hard at what they had. Maybe someone else can provide more insights here.

4. Wet suits are the "shortie" variety. So if you want to wear a rashguard that is fine, and it helps keep the sun from burning when on the snorkels as well.

5. They do clean all the gear between cruises. They had all the snorkels/masks soaking in some sort of solution after the last snorkel trip. But you can always clean them again if you'd like.

6. Dress for dinner.  It was pretty casual, with few jackets for men if any. No formal nights, and I don't think they would deny anyone dinner unless maybe you showed up in a wet swim suit.

For other details check out the " Recently Returned " thread which has a lot of tips for the Flora. 

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Shorty wetsuits with short sleeves are provided.  They were warm enough for the regular snorkeling in September (when we went), but for the deep water snorkeling, my husband wore a midweight neoprene rashguard and a cap.  They also provide flippers, masks, flotation vests and snorkels; no need to bring your own. After snorkeling, your wetsuits are hung up on hangers on the Marina Deck and your snorkeling gear is hung in a mesh bag. I have no idea if wetsuits are sanitized, but don't see this as an issue.

We had wet and dry landings and neither are a problem.  You can bring water shoes and change into regular shoes on the beach. There are towels available on the Marina Deck where you board the zodiacs and you can take one to dry off your feet in a wet landing.  I think we only had one wet landing.

The gift shop is tiny; no sunglasses, no sunscreen, no first aid items (that I recall) and a few hats and shirts.  Bring what you think you will need.  There is a better selection at the airport when you land, so you can grab anything you forgot there.

The ship does have walking sticks if you need one.

The bathrooms have soap, shampoo and conditioner, as well as two water bottles and a dedicated tap for filtered drinking water.  Do not drink tap water in  Ecuador.

There is no dress code and you absolutely do not need a jacket for dinner.  I never saw anyone wearing one on our cruise.  A nice pair of pants/skirt or dress and a shirt/blouse are fine.  This is a casual expedition cruise; no one cares what you wear.

Cruise a holic

Do you recommend this sailing for children 11- 13?  Will they have wet suits for them?  Any special activities for them

On 10/6/2019 at 11:14 AM, galapagosbound said: Hey everyone, our trip to the Galapagos onboard Celebrity Flora is getting closer & closer, and we're very excited, but also getting anxious about some aspects of the trip we're unaware of. I'll post some of these questions below and please provide any info you may have based on your experience.Please keep in mind that we're on the Flora, so if you've been to the Galapagos with Celebrity on a different ship that your experience may differ, so please specify if you were not on the Flora. Thanks for any help, tips, isights, answers and info anyone can shed on our questions: 1) Our main concern is wet landings/getting off the zodiacs and onto land/shore. I've read here that it's inevitable that you'll get your feet and part of your legs wet. How did you manage this? Did you have water shoes that doubled as hiking/walking shoes? Did you disembark into the shallow water with water shoes, then take the time to dry your feet and put your hiking shoes on? This is our first "expedition" type cruise, so we have no idea about these kinds of things. I've heard that the new zodiacs on Flora have a new design to make landings easier, but that you still have to step into water. Any insight is helpful.    2) Is sunscreen part of the amenities provided onboard? With all the eco-concerns, do they provide hair conditioner in guest rooms on board?   3)In case we forget any important gear, does the boat have a shop where can purchase hats or sunglasses, etc?   4)Some people said to bring a long sleeve sun shirt/rash guard to put over the provided wet suits. Does this mean that the provided wet suits are sleeveless?   5)Does the cruise line disinfect scuba gear or should I bring my own sanitary wipes ?   6)What is the dress code for the dining room? We tend to be on the more formal side and I'm considering bringing a jacket for the dinner, but I've from a cruiser on another boat that he was in jeans and a t-shirt. I'm assuming there is no enforced dress code nor a formal night, but in general how do people dress for dinner?    Any info or tips are helpful. Thanks for your time.

1) i think really depends on weather?  We had good weather and the landings were basically in like barely ankle deep part of the beach.  If you waited for waves on a few of them you could jump over and avoid water all together.  I tried a mix of things.  If I went back, I might only bring normal whatever shoes (hiking boots are not necessary, sneakers or whatever is comfortable works well enough) and just wear sandals or barefoot for the landings.  I tried those hybrid water shoes/hiking sandals things and the beach sand got everywhere and was really annoying.  Also, since most of your group and probably the naturalist will be changing shoes, you will be standing around waiting anyways.  Why not join them in drying your feet and wiping the sand off and putting on nice comfortable dry socks and shoes.

Other questions are pretty well answered.  Celebrity pampers you pretty well the whole way through.  It's barely an expedition on the flora.  Getting on and off is pretty straightforward on those zodiacs with the ramps.

One thing is if you want to buy the Pacari equadorian chocolates to bring home, the tourist-trap afternoon equator place was by far the cheapest we ever saw them anywhere at 2 for $5.  Otherwise the other souvenirs were pretty much similar prices at all the tourist shops.

3 hours ago, Cruise a holic said: Do you recommend this sailing for children 11- 13?  Will they have wet suits for them?  Any special activities for them

Really depends on the maturity level.  Think of the ambiance like a country club.  Can your kids maintain that polite stodgy behavior while in public places for 11 days?  do they like nature and animals and national parks? Can they stay on trail at a very slow walking pace in line and have enough impulse control not to walk off trail to see the animals and to follow the naturalists directions?  I personally think it's a lot to ask of 11-13.

Don't know about wet suits, might want to ask celebrity.  No  special activities.  For active kids there will be a significant amount of downtime that they will have to entertain themselves.  (couple hour in mornings, couple hours around lunch, then after dinner till sleep).  Good news is the internet is surprisingly usable.

I found so much information, along with photos on a roll call, I believe; however, not sure exactly where.  So, I will give it a look and see if I can find it again...my trip is not until the very end of May, 2021. .."Recently Returned on Flora" is an excellent read with tons of great information.  This was the first one when I looked at 4:00 PT.

Galapagosbound: definitely check the Recently Returned thread pinned at the top of the Flora roll call, lots of good info there. We rinsed out our wetsuits after every snorkel and I think I heard that they disinfect between cruises but not 100% sure. The wetsuits are short sleeved. We were very grateful that we brought something to wear underneath as in August the water was cold. There is a recent posting in that thread with average water temps, but ours was definitely colder than what is listed. Still you are only in for 40 minutes and it’s so amazing that sometimes you forget you are cold. I had short hiking boots for some of the days and Tevas for most of the others and was glad I brought both. At the briefing every evening they  give you  a lot of info about what to wear and bring  the next day. 

I would not bother getting dressed up for dinner. It is a very informal cruise. I brought one dress and a skirt with several dressy blouses and I definitely was overdressed! 

I also wouldn’t count on the shop except for souvenir hat and/or t shirt kind of things. And definitely buy chocolate at the equator. But remember the limitations on what you can bring from Quito to the Galapagos, no plastic bags, no nuts, seeds, etc.

Cruise a holic: I will reinforce previous posters answers on the kids question. There are NO children’s activities on this cruise.  There are small wetsuits and snorkel masks. We had  several children on our August cruise; some were fantastic, never heard them whining, complaining or disrupting any activity. Others were not as good, and there were several complaints, they were rude and disruptive to others, loud, running around, banging doors, etc. on a ship this small it gets annoying. Think about whether the children you want to bring are okay in an adult environment 24x7, and also how they handle a weeks worth of long tiring days. 

The OP has already sailed their cruise. For others with future cruises on Flora reading this thread, here is the thread Lastdance and KathyL2537 mention:

Happy sails,

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There are wetsuits available for children.  On our cruise, we had two sisters, ages 11 and 12, and they had wetsuits which fit.

There are no activities for children, including no special meals.  We had only the two children on our cruise and they were very mature and well behaved, but I would think twice before bringing an 11 year old; a 13 year old would be okay if he/she doesn't mind being the only child and is interested in nature and can keep up with all the physical activities.  Personally, I would not bring my child under about age 14.  This is not a cruise designed for kids.

NMTraveller

Do the Galapagos tours work out well for people that don't snorkel?  My wife does not and I do.  How cold is the water with the shorties on?  Personally I like 80 degree water.  We are very active hikers though.

NM Traveller:  no worries about traveling with non snorkelers. It is an optional activity. For the beach snorkels, they take place after the island hike, so non-snorkelers can go back on board or just stay on the beach while others snorkel. There are tenders going back and forth regularly so whenever she wants to head back she can.  For the deep water snorkels, many just stay on board. On our cruise in August I want to say that perhaps a third to half of us did the deep water ones. So your wife will be fine hanging out on board with all the new friends you are sure to meet there 🙂

In terms of water temperature, it varies depending on what month you are going. And how cold it feels depends on your personal thermostat. There is definitely discussion about this on the "recently returned" thread.  One woman on our trip swims in Colorado rivers so she was fine in a bathing suit!  Check this link out for more information. https://www.igtoa.org/travel_guide/weather

According to our naturalist it was mid 60s when we were there in August so this was pretty accurate for us. 

1 hour ago, KathyL2537 said: NM Traveller:  no worries about traveling with non snorkelers. It is an optional activity. For the beach snorkels, they take place after the island hike, so non-snorkelers can go back on board or just stay on the beach while others snorkel. There are tenders going back and forth regularly so whenever she wants to head back she can.  For the deep water snorkels, many just stay on board. On our cruise in August I want to say that perhaps a third to half of us did the deep water ones. So your wife will be fine hanging out on board with all the new friends you are sure to meet there 🙂   In terms of water temperature, it varies depending on what month you are going. And how cold it feels depends on your personal thermostat. There is definitely discussion about this on the "recently returned" thread.  One woman on our trip swims in Colorado rivers so she was fine in a bathing suit!  Check this link out for more information. https://www.igtoa.org/travel_guide/weather   According to our naturalist it was mid 60s when we were there in August so this was pretty accurate for us.     

My wife does not snorkel, so she just stayed on the ship during the optional deep water snorkel.  I was then buddied up with another person.

It was hot when we were there in February 2019.  I did not use the wetsuit, just swim trunks.  However, I was the only one to do so.

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On 12/5/2019 at 12:00 PM, Cruise a holic said: Do you recommend this sailing for children 11- 13?  Will they have wet suits for them?  Any special activities for them

There were no kids on our cruise but I can tell you for certain that they have kid size goggles.  I have a small face and I was given a child-sized mask. I also brought my own mask and snorkel and just decided to use my own.  I don't know about wetsuits sizes.  At the very least consider buying your kids a rashguard shirt as an extra layer to wear under the wetsuit or alone.  I was glad to be wearing mine.   As for activities, as far as I know there are no kids activities but ages 11-13, your kids will have no problem staying busy just with the excursions we all sign up for.  The only requirement is that they respect the rules... stay on the path, don't touch the wildlife, don't startle the wildlife, watch your footing... especially on the lava flow.  One in the morning and one in the afternoon.  You'll have a couple of hours around lunch for some ship "down time".  There's an extremely small pool and hot tub on board and they can go down to the lab for a look around too.  Plus, there's internet included so their 'devices' will work.. if that keeps them busy. 

Macchardsmom

We are on Flora 4/26/20 Outer Loop 7 day cruise.  Can anyone tell me when we get into Quito after the cruise?  Is the whole day taken up getting there from Baltra?  We have until the following night for our flight, looking for what to do in Quito during that time.  Will already have had the day tour of Quito with Celebrity prior to embarkation.  Thanks.

ohiolovescrusing

Sorry to hear that. I would feel the same about the compensation after planning and anticipating for so long. Wish Celebrity would take a realistic look at the timeframe needed  to fix the Xpedition and let people know the situation.  This week by week cancellation is horrible for the customers!  If I had not sailed with them on multiple cruises I would have pulled out months ago thinking they weren’t a reputable company.

2 hours ago, Macchardsmom said: We are on Flora 4/26/20 Outer Loop 7 day cruise.  Can anyone tell me when we get into Quito after the cruise?  Is the whole day taken up getting there from Baltra?  We have until the following night for our flight, looking for what to do in Quito during that time.  Will already have had the day tour of Quito with Celebrity prior to embarkation.  Thanks.

About noonish, then they take you to the mariott from the airport so you get there like early afternoon.  They had an optional 1 or 2 hour shopping trip to a couple arts/crafts places for souvenirs that I feel like a majority of people went to.  Then dinner is provided and you have the hotel room for the night and I think breakfast the next day.  The shuttle to the airport is the last thing provided.

For the people flying out the next day they had i think 3 tours/excursions that they offered that you can sign up for extra $ that you can sign up for that afternoon you get back.

1 hour ago, ohiolovescrusing said: Sorry to hear that. I would feel the same about the compensation after planning and anticipating for so long. Wish Celebrity would take a realistic look at the timeframe needed  to fix the Xpedition and let people know the situation.  This week by week cancellation is horrible for the customers!  If I had not sailed with them on multiple cruises I would have pulled out months ago thinking they weren’t a reputable company.

Sorry Posted on wrong thread!

07floridaSunshine

We are going To the Galápagos on Flora 3/13/20. Did anyone take medicine for altitude sickness? I have heard mixed reactions.    

also does anyone know if the walking sticks provided are good for short and tall people or should I buy my own? ( I’m the short one!!)

55 minutes ago, 07floridaSunshine said: We are going To the Galápagos on Flora 3/13/20. Did anyone take medicine for altitude sickness? I have heard mixed reactions.     also does anyone know if the walking sticks provided are good for short and tall people or should I buy my own? ( I’m the short one!!) thank you 

We are prescribed Diamox but never took it. After reading the side effects, we opted to see how we did without it. You can request oxygen in some hotels (we were never told that). I did have some difficulty in Cusco.

Please consider reading through the "Recently Back" (Xpedition)  threads on the Celebrity Roll call boards. You can do a serach on the thread/s specifially for this topic and are more likely to find help, as so few actually go to MP. It is a wonderful trip!

On 2/29/2020 at 9:41 AM, 07floridaSunshine said: We are going To the Galápagos on Flora 3/13/20. Did anyone take medicine for altitude sickness? I have heard mixed reactions.     also does anyone know if the walking sticks provided are good for short and tall people or should I buy my own? ( I’m the short one!!) thank you 

We didn't bother and didn't have any problem with altitude. However there were a couple of people who had issues.  On fellow had to stay at the hotel and miss the tour of Quito because he wasn't feeling well.  The hotel has oxygen on hand for people who are suffering from the altitude.  There was also a lady who was just finishing chemo and she too was having a hard time.  She did make it on the tour in Quito but they managed to find her a wheelchair.

Bring your own walking sticks.  Their's are terrible wooden poles with useless straps that don't work on your wrist.  The re are short poles and long poles but yuck.. they were terrible.  Go to a sporting good store and buy a nice pair of adjustable trekking poles that you can collapse and fit in your suitcase.  

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Celebrity Flora

When 100-guest Celebrity Flora began cruising the Galapagos Islands in 2019, it joined two other Celebrity vessels, 48-guest Celebrity Xpedition and 16-guest Celebrity Xploration , in the region. What it offers that the other ships don’t is the full Celebrity Cruises experience, namely a chic and sophisticated aesthetic — only this time with the added bonus of access to some of the world’s most fascinating and approachable wildlife. Purpose-built for the Galapagos, Flora features furniture by Ecuadorian designer Adriana Hoyos, sustainable interior design by Francesca Bucci of New York-based BG Studio, and a collection of original art curated by Rebecca Wilson. The ship also features two dining venues, three lounges, and a team of onboard naturalist guides.

The Spectacular Décor: The look is residential and modern and features spacious staterooms with Celebrity’s signature Infinite Veranda. There's also a Discoveries Lounge with Hoyos-designed wicker chairs, and a Vista outdoor lounge area with hammocks, private cabanas, and a hot tub — all designed to be outward-facing to showcase views of the ocean and the Galapagos Islands set against the blue horizon.

Glamping Beneath the Stars: Guests can also book a “glamping” experience to sleep and dine under the stars on Flora’s top deck in special cabanas. Dinner, a sunrise breakfast, specially curated wines and cocktails, and campfire-inspired fare like s’mores are served, and a naturalist is available to help glampers discern the planets and constellations twinkling up above.

Easy-Access Tenders: Celebrity Flora has custom-built Novurania Yacht Tenders that feature stairs with a metal railing to fit flush with the ship’s aft; there’s also a hydraulic ramp that makes it easier (and drier) to offload and load during landings. 

Celebrity’s Core Clientele: Travelers who appreciate what Celebrity brings to the table — modern design, excellent service, top-notch cuisine, and lounge spaces designed for socializing over cocktails — will enjoy all that and more on a ship that’s Galapagos-appropriate in scale.

This is Celebrity’s Most Expensive Galapagos Offering : The 7-, 10-, and 11-night itineraries on Celebrity Flora get top dollar. Starting cruise fares range from almost $9,000 per person for seven nights to as much as $12,500 per person for 11 nights.

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Celebrity Flora is the first ship in the world made to sail the Galapagos Islands' ecological wonderland. Yet the company’s sleek custom-built ship more closely resembles a mega-yacht than a traditional cruise ship — Flora accommodates only 100 passengers, all of whom stay in 50 spacious and stunning onboard suites tended to by attendants .

In creating a ship from the ground up with the express purpose of navigating the archipelago about roughly 600 miles from the coast of Ecuador, Celebrity added a team of naturalists certified by Galapagos National Park on board to guide twice-daily shore expeditions and a host of onboard activities.

The eco-friendly ship also made a commitment to sustainable tourism. For example, to protect the sea floor, Flora does not drop anchors; Celebrity helped form a local fishing co-op whose fresh catch is served onboard; and instead of using plastic bottles, suites come equipped with S’well bottles and filtered water stations; and the ship uses solar-panel power. Celebrity Flora grants unprecedented access to the islands without sacrificing luxury.

• The ship's outward-facing design invites you to observe the islands even when onboard . Even the suites adopt this design, with each bed pointing toward the infinite veranda, the staterooms’ indoor-outdoor space that’s a hallmark on all Edge class ships.
• The interior design of the cabins and common space brings nature onboard with natural accents woven throughout courtesy of Ecuadorian native Adriana Hoyos's eye and the original art inspired by the flora and fauna of the Galapagos .
• The onboard dining adheres to the quality expected of the Celebrity brand with Seaside Restaurant's rotating, Ecuadorian-influenced breakfasts, lunches and dinners and slightly more casual alternative Ocean Grill .
• The Observatory provides an excellent space to step away for a moment to curl up in one of the onboard library's oversized chairs and take in the view from the floor-to-ceiling windows .
• A unique way to experience the islands is the glamping-at-sea offering, the first of its kind. You will stay in teak-slatted cabanas on the top deck for an evening. One cabana houses a bed, and the other offers a lounging and dining area. A naturalist will show you the constellations while you sip campfire-inspired cocktails, s’mores and a meal under the stars.
• You can customize your itineraries centered around exploring the Galapagos Islands. Enjoy activities like hiking in a volcanic landscape, bird watching, on-deck stargazing and snorkeling with turtles.
• Rooms include thoughtful and handy amenities, such as binoculars and complimentary backpacks to have on hand for adventuring .
• Nouravina Yacht tenders make accessing the islands a breeze with a hydraulic ramp for an easier exit, storage space dedicated to snorkeling gear and comfortable rubber grips .
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Celebrity Flora cabins and suites review at CruiseMapper provides detailed information on cruise accommodations , including floor plans, photos, room types and categories, cabin sizes, furniture details and included by Galapagos (Celebrity Cruises) en-suite amenities and services.

The Celebrity Flora cruise ship cabins page is conveniently interlinked with its deck plans showing deck layouts combined with a legend and review of all onboard venues.

Penthouse Suite

Layout (floor plan), royal suite.

Ultimate Suite with Infinite (French) Balcony

Premium suite with infinite (french) balcony.

Infinite (French) Balcony Cabin

Balcony cabin.

Celebrity Flora cabins review

Follows the review of Celebrity Flora staterooms as furniture, complimentary amenities, and services:

Most staterooms feature the trade-marked "Infinite Veranda" (first introduced in 2018 on Celebrity Edge ). All cabins are categorized as suites and served by personal attendants.

Penthouse Suite has a separate bedroom (King bed, floor-ceiling windows) and living room (smart HDTV, 2 sofas, glass-topped dining table with chairs, telescope for wildlife viewing and stargazing), bathroom (spa shower, double-sink vanity, separate WC, spa hot tub/facing a floor-ceiling window), private balcony (with 2 daybeds).

Royal Suite has a separate living room (sofa, writing desk) and bedroom (King bed) and private balcony (furnished with a low table, chairs and sunbed).

Ultimate Sky Suite features an Infinite Veranda (French Balcony), bedroom-bathroom glass divider, bedroom (sofa, 2 chairs, HDTV, King bed facing outward), bathroom (glass-enclosed shower and spa hot tub/facing a floor-ceiling window).

Guest in all Celebrity Flora cabins enjoy the following amenities: complimentary (room service, beach towels, binoculars, snorkeling equipment, wet-suites, ship-wide Wi-Fi access), luggage delivery (embarkation day only /upon boarding), voltage (110/220 AC, US, and European standard plugs /3-pin and 2-pin outlets). 220 V). UK passengers have to use adapters. Laundry services cost extra (pricing is per item).

In-cabin dining is complimentary and offers breakfast, lunch and dinner room service by dedicated cabin attendants. The 24-hour room service menu includes cold and hot breakfast items (cereals, fruits, eggs, pancakes, also daily soups, salads, fast food (burgers, sandwiches, pizza, desserts, vegetable lasagna, steaks, quesadillas), also items from the main dining room’s dinner menu. The room service order is via the cabin phone or the smart HDTV's interactive/infotainment system.

IMPORTANT: Celebrity Cruises charges USD 3,95 for late-night room service orders (between 11 pm and 6 am). This is an extra service charge implemented fleetwide (including on the Celebrity Flora ship).

Celebrity Flora cabin and suite plans are property of Galapagos (Celebrity Cruises) . All floor plans are for informational purposes only and CruiseMapper is not responsible for their accuracy.

Celebrity Cruises ships from newest to oldest — a complete list

What's the newest Celebrity Cruises ship? If you're thinking about booking a trip with Celebrity, it's a good thing to find out.

The newest Celebrity ship is typically also the Celebrity ship with the most bells and whistles and the most up-to-date venues, including cabins, restaurants, bars and attractions. It's what you want if you desire the very latest and greatest in a vessel for your Celebrity Cruises vacation.

Right now, the newest Celebrity cruise ship is Celebrity Ascent . It just debuted in December 2023.

Although Celebrity Ascent isn't even a year old, it'll soon be supplanted as the newest Celebrity Cruises vessel by Celebrity Xcel — a very similar vessel in the same Edge Class series of ships as Celebrity Ascent. Celebrity Xcel is scheduled to begin sailing in November 2025.

Other relatively new Celebrity cruise ships include Celebrity Beyond , Celebrity Apex, Celebrity Flora and Celebrity Edge. All began sailing in the last six years.

In all, Celebrity Cruises operates 16 vessels. On average, the line comes out with a new ship every two years, and it typically keeps vessels in its fleet for around 20 to 30 years before retiring them from the fleet. The oldest Celebrity ship, Celebrity Millennium, is 24 years old.

In general, Celebrity's newest ships are bigger and packed with more venues than its older ships. If you are looking for Celebrity ships with the most restaurants, bars, lounges and other amenities, you'll want to stick to vessels built in the last few years.

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That said, the above is a generalization that comes with an asterisk. One of Celebrity's newest ships, Celebrity Flora, is also one of its smallest ships.

With room for just 100 passengers, Celebrity Flora is one of three very small vessels in the Celebrity fleet that operate year-round tours in the Galapagos. It's essentially an entirely different business for Celebrity than the mainstream, big-ship cruising that is at the core of the company.

Celebrity is, in a sense, two cruise lines in one: a big-ship brand with 13 vessels that carry 2,000 to 3,000 passengers and sail around the world and a Galapagos cruise tour operator with three tiny vessels that carry just 16 to 100 people. We include all of the vessels in this guide.

Note that Celebrity's two smallest Galapagos vessels will leave its fleet in 2025 as it downsizes its Galapagos operation.

Here, every Celebrity Cruises ship currently in operation is ranked from newest to oldest:

1. Celebrity Ascent

Maiden voyage : 2023 Size : 141,420 tons Passenger capacity : 3,260

2. Celebrity Beyond

Maiden voyage : 2022 Size : 141,420 tons Passenger capacity : 3,260

3. Celebrity Apex

Maiden voyage : 2020 Size : 130,818 tons Passenger capacity : 2,910

4. Celebrity Flora

Maiden voyage : 2019 Size : 5,739 tons Passenger capacity : 100

5. Celebrity Edge

Maiden voyage : 2018 Size : 130,818 tons Passenger capacity : 2,908

6. Celebrity Reflection

Maiden voyage : 2012 Size : 135,366 tons Passenger capacity : 3,046

7. Celebrity Silhouette

Maiden voyage : 2011 Size : 122,210 tons Passenger capacity : 2,886

8. Celebrity Eclipse

Maiden voyage : 2010 Size : 121,878 tons Passenger capacity : 2,850

9. Celebrity Equinox

Maiden voyage : 2009 Size : 121,878 tons Passenger capacity : 2,850

10. Celebrity Solstice

Maiden voyage : 2008 Size : 121,878 tons Passenger capacity : 2,850

11. Celebrity Xploration

Maiden voyage : 2007 Size : 320 tons Passenger capacity : 16

12. Celebrity Constellation

Maiden voyage : 2002 Size : 91,000 tons Passenger capacity : 2,170

13. Celebrity Summit

Maiden voyage : 2001 Size : 91,000 tons Passenger capacity : 2,158

14. Celebrity Infinity

Maiden voyage : 2001 Size : 91,000 tons Passenger capacity : 2,170

15. Celebrity Xpedition

Maiden voyage : 2001 Size : 2,842 tons Passenger capacity : 48

16. Celebrity Millennium

Maiden voyage : 2000 Size : 91,000 tons Passenger capacity : 2,137

What is the newest Celebrity Cruises ship?

The newest Celebrity cruise ship is Celebrity Ascent. As noted above, it debuted in December 2023. Measuring 141,420 gross tons, it's also the biggest cruise ship in the Celebrity fleet (tied with the slightly older, 141,420-ton Celebrity Beyond).

What is the oldest Celebrity Cruises ship?

The oldest Celebrity cruise ship is Celebrity Millennium. It was unveiled in 2000, right at the turn of the millennium (hence its name). Celebrity Millennium was the first of four Millennium Class vessels to debut in the early 2000s that currently are the oldest vessels in the line's big-ship fleet.

What new Celebrity Cruises ships are coming?

Celebrity Cruises currently has one new cruise ship on order: the 3,260-passenger Celebrity Xcel. It's currently scheduled to debut in November 2025.

Measuring 141,420 tons, Celebrity Xcel will be the fifth ship in Celebrity's Edge Class series of vessels that began debuting in 2018. The first four ships in the series are Celebrity Edge, Celebrity Apex, Celebrity Beyond and Celebrity Ascent.

The Edge Class vessels are being built at the giant Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France.

What is the newest Celebrity Cruises ship available for booking?

Celebrity Xcel is the newest Celebrity Cruises ship that you can book right now. While Celebrity Xcel isn't yet sailing, its initial sailings scheduled for November 2025 are already on sale, as are future sailings through April 2026.

Celebrity Xcel is scheduled to spend its first winter sailing to the Caribbean out of Fort Lauderdale's Port Everglades .

What is the newest class of Celebrity Cruises ships?

The Edge Class is the newest class of Celebrity Cruises ships. Currently in the midst of rolling out, it'll be made up of at least five vessels.

The first Edge Class vessel, Celebrity Edge, debuted in 2018. Three more ships in the series — Celebrity Apex, Celebrity Beyond and Celebrity Ascent — began sailing in 2020, 2022 and 2023, respectively.

The last ship in the series currently on order, Celebrity Xcel, is due in November 2025.

The Edge Class vessels aren't just the newest ships in the Celebrity fleet but are also the most advanced vessels in the Celebrity fleet. Designed to carry 2,908 to 3,260 passengers apiece at double occupancy, they each have such innovative new features as Infinite Veranda cabins with outward-facing walls that are entirely made of glass.

Another innovative feature of the Edge Class ships is the 90-ton platform along the side of each of the vessels called the Magic Carpet. As big as a tennis court, the platforms are cantilevered over the side of the vessels and can be raised and lowered to serve different functions — from a waterside bar to a water shuttle boarding area.

What's the difference between newer and older Celebrity Cruises ships?

Newer Celebrity Cruises ships generally are bigger than older Celebrity ships — in some cases, by as much as 35% bigger. As a result, they have room for more onboard venues and attractions than the line's older vessels.

On Celebrity's newest and biggest Edge Class vessels, Celebrity Ascent and Celebrity Beyond, for instance, you'll find expanded resort-within-a-resort areas for suite passengers called The Retreat that aren't on the smaller vessels in the Edge Class series or on other older ships in the Celebrity fleet. These suite areas offer two-story sundecks with hot tubs, lounge chairs and private cabanas that are open exclusively to passengers staying in suites.

Celebrity Ascent and Celebrity Beyond also have 179 more cabins than their sister vessels in the Edge Class series, each of which has 1,467 cabins. As a result, they hold 3,260 passengers at double occupancy. That's up from a 2,910-passenger capacity at double occupancy for Celebrity Apex and a 2,908-passenger capacity at double occupancy for Celebrity Edge.

Celebrity's oldest Millennium Class ships, by contrast, only carry about 2,100 passengers at double occupancy. As a result, they have a more intimate feel, at least in the pantheon of relatively big, mass-market ships.

That makes them a good choice for someone who wants to try Celebrity but isn't eager to travel with big crowds. The oldest ships in the Celebrity fleet thus appeal to a subset of Celebrity fans who prefer more intimacy in a cruise vessel and don't mind giving up some onboard amenities to get it. They are also often less expensive per day to sail on.

Related: Celebrity Cruises Captain's Club loyalty program: The ultimate guide

Celebrity's three very small Galapagos-based vessels have the most intimate feel of all. They are like tiny boutique hotels that float.

Note that all Celebrity ships are renovated and upgraded on a regular schedule every few years, so even the oldest Celebrity cruise vessels have newer carpeting, updated furniture, modern decor in cabins and other updates. In many cases, they also have had entire eateries and bars renovated over the years with concepts that first debuted on newer vessels.

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Celebrity Flora is a Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Rated resort at sea.

Designed to deliver your dream vacation.

Celebrity Flora, the first ship of its kind to be designed and built specifically with this destination in mind. Every space, including the all-suites accommodations, features our innovative outward-facing concept, so the destination is the center of attention at every turn.

Celebrity Flora Suites

The largest, most premium 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.

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. Our 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.

Extraordinary Place. Extraordinary Ship. All Suites. All Inclusive.

Celebrity Flora offers the largest and most premium accommodations in the Galapagos Islands. In fact, every stateroom on board is a suite that includes an unrivaled array of indulgent design features, services, and amenities.

Full room automation that lets you control everything with the touch of a button. Premium linens and bathrobes. Personal Suite Attendants. Chocolates and bathroom products sourced locally from Ecuador. Integrated drinking water filtration systems in every suite. We could go on.

On Celebrity Flora unwinding after a day of adventures in the islands easier than ever.

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