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Celebrity Eclipse Overview

Experience modern cruising in its most chic form aboard the Celebrity Eclipse . The Eclipse is one of Celebrity’s Solstice-Class ships, which as a group have features unlike any other ship sailing today. Take for instance the Art Studio. Here you can keep your hands busy and express yourself through painting, pottery and jewelry making. Need some inspiration before you put paintbrush to canvas? Be sure to check out the Hot Glass Show where the incredibly fascinating art of glassblowing is performed in front of your eyes at the Celebrity Eclipse’s outdoor studio. For a truly delicious work of art, dine at Qsine, where food is presented in a unique way.

• Passenger Capacity: 2,852 (double occupancy)
• Year Built: 2010
• Last Refurbished: 2021

• Lawn Club Imagine kicking off your shoes on a cruise ship and feeling the lush green grass beneath your feet. Yep, it’s possible. The Celebrity Eclipse has a wide expanse of green grass at the Lawn Club. Here you can also enjoy a game of bocce ball, a picnic or even a live band performing. This country club venue is a true highlight.  

• Murano Get dressed up for a night at Murano, one of the fanciest restaurants at sea. Here you’ll dine on a menu of classic French dishes with contemporary twists. Examples include the Diver Scallop Wellington Style, Loup De Mer along with a selection of caviar, wine and cheese.  

• Observation Lounge Sip on a martini, chat with a new set of friends and take in the spectacular view in the Celebrity Eclipse’s Sky Observation Lounge, which is surrounded by windows. This venue is also where live music lights up the night and Celebrity holds a few special themed celebrations like Live@Sky, which features swinging songs of the big band era or the Motown night when funky soul takes over.  

Celebrity Eclipse Cruise Destinations

Whether you are looking for a voyage to a Caribbean paradise, a culinary journey to the Mediterranean or an unforgettable cruise to Alaska, Celebrity Cruises can take you there in style. Visit hundreds of ports in numerous countries ranging from Anchorage, Alaska to Yangon, Myanmar and everywhere in between. You can go golfing in Bermuda, view the awe-inspiring Panama Canal or swim the Great Barrier Reef in Australia when you choose to cruise with Celebrity Cruises.

Escape to island life on a quick cruise to the Bahamas.

From seasons changing to seafood feasts, you enjoy the rich history and natural beauty of a cruise to Canada and New England.

Eastern Caribbean

Prepare to soak in some sun and splash in the turquoise waters of the islands with an Eastern Caribbean cruise.

Mediterranean

It’s your moment to shine when you sail with Celebrity Cruises through the Mediterranean – the playground of the world’s rich and famous. 

Northern Europe

Breathe the fresh air as you spot castles, fjords and forts on your Northern European cruise with Celebrity Cruises. 

Southern Caribbean

Enjoy the unique cultural mix and fine island lifestyle with a Southern Caribbean cruise. 

Transatlantic

Travel from coast to coast and see some truly intriguing ports-of-call with a Transatlantic cruise.

Western Caribbean

From Cozumel to the Grand Cayman, tropical pleasures abound on a Western Caribbean cruise.

Celebrity Eclipse Departure Ports

To set sail with Celebrity is an easy task as this premium cruise line has ships embarking from ports all over the world. Explore the Mediterranean on a sailing from Barcelona, Venice, Istanbul or Rome. Enjoy the land down under with a cruise from Sydney to Auckland. You can even explore the good old U.S. of A with a sailing to Alaska from Seattle or around Hawaii from Honolulu. Whichever port you want to leave from The Cruise Web has a deal for you so contact us today!

Learn about the Greek gods and the early philosophy of Socrates when you visit the incredible ruins left in Athens, Greece. At night, go out and take in the culture with the modern Athenians.

With Amsterdam’s beautiful canals and an open attitude you’ll find no shortage of interesting attractions in the capital of The Netherlands.

Discover imaginative architecture, impressive Spanish dishes and beautiful excursions into nature when you cruise to Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia.

Boston is home to great sports, great food and loads of history with the Freedom Trail and Harvard.

With incredible weather, delicious fare and some stupendous attractions, you will find that Fort Lauderdale’s Port Everglades is one of the most attractive ports in the entire US.

Ravenna, Italy

Art lovers to the front in Ravenna! Incredible mosaic art and ancient architecture grace this small port city, often used as a jump-off point for cruisers looking to spend some time in Venice.

Celebrity Eclipse Deck Plans

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Balcony (DV)

Balcony (SC)

Balcony (v1), balcony (v2), balcony (v3).

Balcony (UV)

Balcony (CS)

Celebrity Suites include: Personal butler service. Luminae-private restaurant. Michael's Club-exclusive lounge. Luxury Bulgari bath amenities & plush robes. Priority check-in & debarkation. Full in-suite breakfast, lunch & dinner service. Spacious veranda. Priority tender service. Complimentary daily in-suite espresso and cappuccino.

Balcony (XA)

Each aqua class stateroom features: Special invitation to a VIP tour of the spa. Exclusive access to Blu specialty restaurant. Personal Spa Concierge to arrange AquaSpa treatments. Unlimited access to Persian Garden spa lounge. Complimentary access to Persian Garden & Relaxation Room. Aromatherapy diffuser. Wellness Channel - On Demand AquaClass Programming (only available on SL Class Ships). Upgraded room service menu. Daily delivery of flavored tea.

Balcony (A1)

Balcony (a2).

Balcony (C3)

Each concierge class stateroom features: Accessible bathroom with grab bars, raised toilet and lowered sink. Roll-in showers with fold-down shower bench and hand-held showerhead. Lowered vanity and safe. Main & specialty restaurant seating time preferences. Veranda with lounge seating. Personalized Concierge service. Priority check-in. Exclusive embarkation day lunch. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors.

Balcony (C1)

Each concierge class stateroom includes: Personalized Concierge service. Priority check-in. Exclusive embarkation day lunch. Destination Seminar. Exclusive pre-departure lounge. Priority debarkation. Main & specialty restaurant seating time preferences. Welcome sparkling wine and fresh fruit. Daily delivery of afternoon savories.

Balcony (C2)

Balcony (xc), balcony (1a).

Each veranda stateroom includes: Signature friendly, personalized service. Twice daily service (makeup and turndown). 24-hour room service. Custom blended bath products. Celebrity eXhale bedding. Private mini-bar. Interactive Samsung flat-screen television. Private safe. Complimentary tote bag. Personal veranda.

Balcony (1B)

Balcony (1c), balcony (2a), balcony (2b), balcony (2d), balcony (x).

Balcony (FV)

Balcony (SV)

Balcony (2c).

Each veranda stateroom includes: Signature friendly, personalized service. 24-hour room service. Custom blended bath products. Private veranda. Celebrity eXhale bedding. Private mini-bar. Interactive Samsung flat-screen television. Private safe.

Inside (I1)

Inside (i2), inside (11).

Each inside stateroom includes: Signature friendly, personalized service. Twice daily service (makeup and turndown). 24-hour room service. Custom blended bath products. Celebrity eXhale bedding. Private mini-bar. Interactive Samsung flat-screen television. Private safe. Complimentary tote bag.

Inside (12)

Inside (09).

Your Needs Matters Most. Designed with your special needs in mind, our accessible Inside Class staterooms feature more space and thoughtful additions to make your time on board as comfortable as possible. These staterooms feature wider doors, roll-in showers, grab bars and other special features for guests with mobility disabilities and other disabilities.

Inside (10)

Oceanview (O1)

Oceanview (o2).

Oceanview (07)

Each ocean view stateroom includes: Signature friendly, personalized service. Twice daily service (makeup and turndown). 24-hour room service. Custom blended bath products. Celebrity eXhale bedding. Private mini-bar. Interactive Samsung flat-screen television. Private safe. Complimentary tote bag.

Oceanview (08)

Oceanview (y).

Designed with your special needs in mind, our accessible Sky Suites feature more space and thoughtful additions: Accessible bathroom with grab bars, raised toilet and lowered sink. Lowered vanity and safe. Accessible veranda. Personal butler service. Luminae-private restaurant. Michael's Club-exclusive lounge. Priority check-in & debarkation. In-suite breakfast, lunch & dinner service. Complimentary daily in-suite espresso and cappuccino.

Each Sky Suite includes: Personal butler service. Luminae-private restaurant. Michael's Club-exclusive lounge. Priority check-in & debarkation. In-suite breakfast, lunch & dinner service. Complimentary daily in-suite espresso and capuccino. Luxury Bulgari bath amenities & plush robes. Spacious veranda. Reserved theatre seating on select nights.

Penthouse Suites include: Personal butler service. Luminae-private restaurant. Michael's Club-exclusive lounge. Unlimited dining in specialty restaurants. Complimentary Premium Beverage Package. Complimentary unlimited internet. Separate living area with Baby Grand Piano. Private veranda with whirlpool and lounge seating. Marble master bath with whirlpool tub and separate shower.

Royal Suites include: Personal butler service. Luminae-private restaurant. Michael's Club-exclusive lounge. Unlimited dining in specialty restaurants. Complimentary Premium Beverage Package. Complimentary unlimited internet. Private veranda with whirlpool and lounge seating. Marble master bath with whirlpool tub and separate shower. Priority check-in & early debarkation.

Suites include: Luminae-private restaurant. Michael's Club-exclusive lounge. Personal butler service. Priority check-in & debarkation. Luxury Bulgari bath amenities & plush robes. Priority Tender Service. In-suite breakfast, lunch & dinner. Reserved theatre seating on Evening Chic nights. Fresh Flowers.

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Moonlight Sonata Dining Room

Specialty dining at Qsine

Top 10 Celebrity Eclipse Cruises

• Celebrity Eclipse 11 NIGHT BOSTON, MAINE & CANADA CRUISE Departing From Boston, Massachusetts (Sep 2024 - Sep 2024)
• Celebrity Eclipse 10 NT BOSTON TO FORT LAUDERDALE Departing From Boston, Massachusetts (Oct 2024)
• Celebrity Eclipse 7 NIGHT EASTERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE Departing From Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida (Oct 2024)
• Celebrity Eclipse 10 NIGHT ULTIMATE SOUTHERN CARIBBEAN Departing From Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida (Oct 2024 - Jan 2025)
• Celebrity Eclipse 9 NIGHT ARUBA, CURACAO & BONAIRE Departing From Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida (Nov 2024 - Jan 2025)
• Celebrity Eclipse 9 NIGHT EASTERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE Departing From Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida (Nov 2024 - Feb 2025)
• Celebrity Eclipse 10 NT ULTIMATE SOUTHERN CARIBBEAN Departing From Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida (Nov 2024 - Feb 2025)
• Celebrity Eclipse 8 NIGHT EASTERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE Departing From Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida (Dec 2024 - Mar 2025)
• Celebrity Eclipse 11 NT SOUTHERN CARIBBEAN HOLIDAY Departing From Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida (Dec 2024)
• Celebrity Eclipse 9 NIGHT ARUBA, BONAIRE & CAYMAN Departing From Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida (Feb 2025)

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Accessibility

Celebrity Cruises' handicap accessible cruises and accommodations for guests with special needs or disabilities include accessible excursions and accessible staterooms.

Dining aboard Celebrity Cruises features main dining rooms and specialty restaurants like Blu, Qsine, Murano, Normandie, Lawn Club Grill, Tuscan Grille and Silk Harvest.

Entertainment

Celebrity Cruises' onboard entertainment include stage productions, dance shows, comedians, live music, DJ performances, Lawn Club concerts, Sin City comedy shows and the 54 Below dinner and cabaret.

Onboard Activities

Celebrity Cruises' onboard activities, bars, lounges and clubs features the Cellar Masters wine bar and Sky Observation Lounge. There's also duty-free shopping, the casino and pools.

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Learn how Celebrity Cruises takes care of your every need with friendly stateroom attendants and an extensive list of onboard services. Plus, view Celebrity Cruises' cruising awards.

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Celebrity Eclipse

Cruise line Celebrity Cruises

• Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades, Florida)
• Cape Liberty Bayonne (New Jersey)
• Amsterdam (Netherlands North Holland)
• Buenos Aires (Argentina)

Celebrity Eclipse current position

Celebrity Eclipse current location is at US East Coast (coordinates 42.34319 N / -71.03380 W) cruising en route to Boston. The AIS position was reported 6 minutes ago.

Current itinerary of Celebrity Eclipse

Celebrity Eclipse current cruise is 11 days, round-trip Boston, Maine Canada . Prices start from USD 1664 (double occupancy rates). The itinerary starts on 08 Sep, 2024 and ends on 19 Sep, 2024 .

Specifications of Celebrity Eclipse

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Celebrity Eclipse Itineraries

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The 2010-built Celebrity Eclipse cruise ship is the 3rd of the Solstice-class Celebrity Cruise boats, together with Equinox , Silhouette , Solstice , Reflection . Celebrity Cruises Eclipse ship was scheduled for "Celebrity Revolution" drydock refurbishment on April 1, 2020.

The vessel (IMO number 9404314) is currently Malta- flagged (MMSI 249666000) and registered in Valletta .

History - construction and ownership

Celebrity Cruises was founded in 1988 as the Greece-based Chandris Line (cruise shipping operations between 1974-1996). In 1997, Royal Caribbean International (RCI) merged with "Celebrity Cruises Ltd" to become "Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd" (RCCL). The "X" on ship funnels is the Greek letter chi (standing for "Chandris"). Common features of Celebrity Cruises ships include aft located glass-walled dining rooms, signature alternate dining venues, bars and lounges, spacious Atrium lobby areas, a large number of balcony staterooms, large sundecks with swimming pools, The Retreat (adults-only sundeck with full-size swimming pool, Jacuzzi, cabanas, poolside full bar service). Rooftop Terrace (top-deck outdoor lounge-restaurant-cinema), large Spa (with Thermal Suites), premium retail shops selling top-brand merchandise.

The 2900-passenger ship Celebrity Eclipse is the 3rd Solstice-class vessel, preceded by Celebrity Equinox and Celebrity Solstice, considered to be the most environment-friendly in the world, with a photovoltaic system, optimized hull design, efficient lighting system, and hull coatings - innovations, which save 30% more energy. Celebrity Eclipse went into dry dock in April 2015 and came out in May with new features: the Cellar Masters wine bar became the Gastrobar, serving 40 and even more craft beers. Passengers are now able to order drink and food on iPads. A frozen drink bar, the Slush, was added to the pool area. The American-style casino became more British with twelve British-themed slot machines. Eclipse also boasts a private photo studio.

Decks and Cabins

Celebrity Eclipse staterooms (1425 total, in 30 grades) include 66x Suites, 1145 Balconies, 70x Oceanviews, 140x Inside cabins. Most staterooms are sized 195 ft2 / 18 m2. Around 85% of all passenger accommodations have a private step-out balcony. Most balconies are sized 55 ft2 / 5 m2. Wheelchair-accessible cabins are 30. The largest are the Penthouse Suites (1290 ft2 / 120 m2 with terrace sized 390 ft2 / 36 m2).

The boat has 15 decks , of which 14 are passenger-accessible and 8 with cabins.

Shipboard dining options - Food and Drinks

There are various restaurants to choose from. The multiple dining events include the Moonlight Sonata (MDR), BLU (offering exclusive dining to guests in Aqua Class), Cafe al Bacio, Oceanview Cafe, Mast Grill, the Continental, Murano and Tuscan Grille. The Qsine, a new specialty dining venue, was also introduced on Celebrity Eclipse. It offers remarkable and famous dishes from around the world.

Follows the complete list of Celebrity Eclipse restaurants and food bars.

• Murano (78-seats specialty restaurant, reservations only; with French cuisine, Five Senses tasting menu, Champagne High Tea Time; with Demonstration Kitchen for live cooking shows; also features the Wine Cellar annex)
• Moonlight Sonata Restaurant (1,402-seat aft Dining Room, with open seating Breakfast 8:00-9:30 a.m., Lunch 12:00-1:30 p.m., Afternoon Tea 4:00-5:00 p.m., and two fixed Dinner seatings - at 6 pm and 8:30 pm or My Time Dining)
• Bistro on Five (68-seat creperie all-you-can-eat restaurant; offers lunch and dinner with table-side service)
• Qsine (72-seat dinner only specialty restaurant, reservations recommended, open 6:00 - 10:00 p.m.)
• Blu (130-seat AquaClass passengers only restaurant, reservations required; also serves Suite guests upon availability)
• AquaSpa Cafe (48-seat complimentary Solarium and Spa bar, self-service; offers healthy food choices for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
• Oceanview Cafe & Bar (768-seat indoor/outdoor self-service buffet restaurant, complimentary; open between 6:30 a.m. - 1:00 a.m. for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, with a variety of food stations)
• Tuscan Grille (130-seat specialty seafood/steakhouse restaurant; reservations-only)
• Mast Bar (alfresco burger bar, poolside; offers complimentary lunch).

Shipboard entertainment options - Fun and Sport

Celebrity Eclipse hosts the Celebrity iLounge, a hip, modern Internet cafe providing passengers with Internet connectivity, inspiring classes, and new tech gadgets. Fresh green grass on the top deck's Lawn Club and fantastic pampering services in AquaSpa will make you love the ship forever. The Solarium and AquaSpa form an adults-only area for relaxation. The Lawn Club sundeck, with its real grass, cut every day, is where activities, such as giant Jenga, boules and mini-golfing, are held. Live music is available at almost all hours of the day and well into the evening, and the stage shows are unforgettable. Bars are good and are designed for any taste. For example, the Molecular Bar has very good cocktails.

Follows the complete list of Celebrity Eclipse lounges, clubs and other entertainment venues for kids, teens, and adults.

• Eclipse Theatre (1,115-seat show lounge for grand musical and show productions; hosts daily trivia games, bingo, classes, movies)
• Eclipse Atrium “Grand Foyer” (3-deck open floor area with live music entertainment); Boulevard Shops (seven Atrium duty-free shops and boutiques); Galleria Boutiques (ten duty-free shops); Sun & Sea Shop; The Lawn Club Shop
• Passport Bar (Atrium Lobby Bar with live entertainment)
• The Entertainment Court (live performances, dance parties)
• Quasar Disco & Nightclub
• Celebrity Central (200-seat show lounge for movies, musical performances, comedy shows; also hosts classes and games)
• Michael’s Club (piano bar); Martini Bar; Crush Bar (with a 12-seat table filled with ice cubes in the middle); Galleria Tastings (food and wine tastings, fashion shows, art auctions); Molecular Bar; Ensemble Lounge
• Photo Gallery & Shop
• Eclipse Fortunes Casino
• Celebrity iLounge (24-hour Internet computers room; sells Apple computers; classes available)
• Team Earth (eco-awareness club)
• Game On (Card Room)
• Relaxation Lounge
• Sky Observation Lounge & Nightclub
• Cafe Al Bacio & Gelateria (54-seat a la carte specialty coffee, patisserie, ice cream; with the Gelateria - Italian Gelato ice cream bar)
• Cellar Masters (24-hour Wine Bar; features an Enomatic wine tasting system; provides Sommelier consultations in the evenings)
• Art Gallery; Library
• Acupuncture at Sea; Elmis Shop (Spa products); Aquaspa & Fitness complex with Persian Garden (Thermal Suite - rain shower, steam room, sauna, heated loungers), Therapy and Treatment Rooms, Hair & Beauty Salon, Solarium (adults area) and Aquaspa Cafe (spa bar)
• Fitness Center (with separate Aerobics area)
• Solarium Pool area (with adults-only Thalassotherapy Pool and seawater lap pool; 2 Whirlpools)
• Pool Bar; Sports Pool;
• Family Pool;
• Wet Zone (kids & teens water play area)
• The Hot Glass Show (live glass-blowing show; “The Corning Museum of Glass”)
• Sunset Bar (alfresco bar, selling fine cigars)
• Patio on the Lawn (relaxation area); The Lawn Club (real green grass relaxation area)
• Kids clubs by age (Fun Factory 3-11 yo, Shipmates 3-5 yo, Cadets 6-8 yo, Ensigns 9-11 yo, with supervised age-appropriate activities, like arts-crafts, themed parties, games, movies, toys, interactive games, scavenger hunts)
• X-Club (teen-only disco and lounge area); Video Games Arcade
• Tennis Tables, Shuffleboard; Power Walking/Jogging Track; Multi-sports outdoor court; 3-hole Mini Golf putting, Lawn Bowling, Bocce, Croquet; Sun Deck area.

In 2023, Celebrity introduced pickleball playing (at the sports courts) fleetwide. The sports facilities are complimentary, including the pickleball equipment (net, paddles, balls) but operated with separate scheduled playing times for adults and families (with kids older than 6).

Pickleball Court's locations vary by ship class - on EDGE ships is at the Rooftop Garden (Deck 15), on SOLSTICE ships is on the Sports Deck (Deck 15), on MILLENNIUM ships - at the Multi-Sports Court (Deck 12).

Itineraries

Celebrity Eclipse itinerary program is based on Southern Caribbean cruises with departures from Miami Florida . Eclipse also operates in Europe on the Canary Islands and Baltic Sea sailings from Southampton , with Transatlantic repositioning crossings.

Celebrity Cruises Eclipse ship was the first large liner homeported in Dublin Ireland . The roundtrip program (May through June 2018) started on April 29 with a 10-day inaugural cruise to ports in Ireland and Iceland (Belfast, Reykjavik, Akureyri, Lerwick / Shetland Island, Cobh-Cork). Also from Dublin were visited Norwegian Fjords - 8-day itinerary to Bergen, Skjolden, Geiranger, Alesund, and Lerwick).

Due to the Coronavirus crisis, the Celebrity ship Eclipse was paused for 2+ years (March 2020 thru April 2022), restarting operations on April 26, 2022 (11-day Hawaii from Vancouver to Honolulu). The boat's inaugural Australia and New Zealand season was rescheduled from 2021-Q1 (ending on April 4th) to winter 2022-2023 (October-April). Between September 2022 and April 2023, Eclipse is homeported in Sydney NSW and Auckland NZ for 5- to 13-night itineraries themed as "Five Star Getaways, "Sun and Beach Escapes", "Food and Wine Classics". Season 2022 featured longer port stays (8 pm departures from Melbourne, Brisbane QLD, Lyttelton-Christchurch NZ, Papeete Tahiti, Lahaina Maui Hawaii), maiden for the fleet port ( Port Arthur Tasmania ), South Pacific Islands hoppers, seasonal Transpacific ship relocation itineraries (RepositionCruises.com) between Hawaii and Australia (Honolulu-Sydney).

Celebrity Eclipse is deployed in South America for 4 months (December 2023 thru April 2024) visiting a total of 16 destinations and offering a 14-night "Antarctica" and a 12-night "Argentina & Patagonia" itineraries. Call ports include Valparaiso-Santiago (Chile) ,  Buenos Aires (Argentina) ,  Montevideo (Uruguay) ,  Antarctic Peninsula . Signature land tours offer visits to Chile's Osorno Volcano (from  Puerto Montt ), Argentina’s Playa El Doradillo (from  Puerto Madryn ), as well as Peru's Cusco and Machu Picchu (from Callao ) during the 16-night repositioning voyage from the USA (Los Angeles) to Chile which includes 2 overnights in  Callao-Lima (Peru) .

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Celebrity Cruises Eclipse ship was launched on February 28, 2010. The liner belongs to the company's Solstice-class vessels, with sisterships Equinox , Reflection , Silhouette , Solstice . Eclipse was built by Meyer Werft at Papenburg Shipyard (Germany) .

As newbuilds , Solstice-class liners were among the most environment-friendly marine vessels ever constructed. The Eclipse ship has an efficient hull design coated with light-emitting diodes and an innovative photovoltaic system. This way, the boat's energy-saving increases ~30% compared to a similar-class passenger vessel. Solstice-class also featured the fleet's first new cabin types and categories (ConciergeClass, AquaClass). Around 85% of all passenger staterooms have private step-out balconies.

The ship's namesakes are the two Scenic Yacht Cruises' superyachts Scenic Eclipse (2019) and Scenic Eclipse II (2023).

Cruise Ship Passenger, 3 Crew Members Test Positive for COVID-19 as Others Disembark

All passengers were to be screened for symptoms and then return to their respective homes to complete 14-day quarantines as directed by the cdc, by nbc 7 staff and sophia mccullough • published march 29, 2020 • updated on march 31, 2020 at 6:28 pm.

The last cruise ship allowed to drop off passengers in San Diego had at least one guest and three crew members test positive for COVID-19, county officials confirmed Tuesday.

The Celebrity Eclipse cruise ship docked at the Port of San Diego Monday, before the county detailed new orders preventing further cruise ships from disembarking passengers in the region.

At least one passenger from the Celebrity Eclipse tested positive for COVID-19, a disease caused by the new coronavirus, the county’s Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) confirmed Tuesday.

The patient, who was not a San Diego resident, was medically evacuated from the ship with cardiac and respiratory symptoms and later tested positive. The patient remained in serious condition at a local hospital on Tuesday, according to Dr. Eric McDonald, the county's medical director of epidemiology.

Three crew members who were isolated on board with respiratory symptoms have tested also positive, McDonald said. Their close contacts have been identified and are quarantined aboard the Eclipse.

At least one other person was transported to a hospital for care. It was not clear if the person was a crew member or passenger or if the person showed signs of COVID-19.

The cruise ship said it arrived at the Port of San Diego to drop off about 2,300 passengers over the course of Monday and Tuesday.

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Since receiving a positive case of COVID-19, the county wrote in an email to NBC 7, “There is no change in the plan of disembarking the remaining passengers.” This protocol follows guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Some of the passengers got off the ship Monday, including Orange County resident John Medler. He said before any guest left the Celebrity Eclipse, they had to go through a three-step health screening process.

“One, you had a form you had to fill out, which had five or six questions on it – whether or not they had any of these flu-like symptoms. Second thing is they had a visual inspection so they could tell if you were coughing, sneezing or whatever. And then the third thing they did was they actually took your temperature,” Medler told NBC 7 over the phone.

The HHSA confirmed this process, writing in an email to NBC 7 that passengers “will be screened prior to departure and only those who are asymptomatic and without fever are allowed to leave and proceed to transportation out of the county.”

The ship’s remaining guests continued to disembark Tuesday and be screened for symptoms prior to their departure, per CDC guidelines.

The Celebrity Eclipse first sought to let off passengers in Chile on March 15 after Celebrity Cruises, owned by Royal Caribbean Cruises, announced it had  suspended operations .

Chilean authorities did not allow passengers to disembark but gave the ship permission to refuel and load provisions.

“We never knew what hit us,” Medler said. “The captain reported that San Diego wouldn’t let us proceed to San Diego so literally we sat in the harbor for another three and a half days not knowing what was going to happen next.”

The ship then continued on to San Diego where it was already scheduled to arrive Monday.

On the same day, county officials issued an order that banned passenger drop-offs , excluding the Celebrity Eclipse, which had already begun its disembarkment at the time of the announcement. Cruise ships may still dock for fuel and provisions at the Port of San Diego, officials clarified.

The Port of San Diego said about 2,300 of the 2,500 aboard the ship would disembark between Monday and Tuesday. The remaining 200 passengers aboard the cruise ship will disembark in Mexico on April 4, the port said.

At least 17 passengers are San Diego County residents, officials added. Others will need to travel all over the country or the world to return home.

Prior to the Celebrity Eclipse, at least two other cruise ships pulled into San Diego's port to allow passengers to disembark since March 20, when the port put a temporary stop to any cruise tours beginning in San Diego.

At least one ship, the Disney Wonder, has since had confirmed cases of COVID-19 among its passengers and crewmembers . The Disney Wonder pulled into the port on March 19 and multiple people have since tested positive.

Port authorities did install handwashing stations for the passengers when they disembarked the ship and were given hand sanitizers. The port also is fully sanitizing the port before and after each ship disembarks.

“The Port prioritizes public health and has put extra precautions in place to help minimize the spread of and exposure to COVID-19. The Port also empathizes with the public on the ships – travelers, including San Diegans and other U.S. Citizens, who haven’t touched land in weeks. We appreciate San Diegans’ patience, compassion and understanding as we work with our cruise partners to get cruise travelers home,” the agency said in a statement to NBC 7.

The Port of San Diego said arriving cruise ships must be cleared by the Port, San Diego County health officials, the Centers for Disease Control, the U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

The Port of San Diego said they have not been contacted by any other cruise lines to request passengers to disembark, though San Diegans may notice empty cruise ships parked in the San Diego Bay through mid-April.

On March 23, the port declared a local emergency in response to the pandemic. The proclamation allows it to request assistance and resources from the state and federal government, as well as other local government agencies. It will also be able to ask disaster relief organizations to help with damages, loss, and other challenges.

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Celebrity Eclipse Ship Review // What to Expect on Your Cruise

One afternoon during a particularly rough month when my anxiety was running high, I thought to myself “I need to get away,” and the only place that seemed secluded enough was the middle of the Pacific Ocean. In a beautiful alignment of events, my sister called the next day and asked if I wanted to join her on the Celebrity Eclipse for a transPacific cruise. While a floating city filled with thousands of people was not exactly what I had in mind, it still involved the ocean so I was sold.

Our 10 day adventure started in Oahu, sailed around the Hawaiian Islands and eventually made its way across the Pacific Ocean to Vancouver, Canada. Having only been on 2 cruises in my life, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect, but by the time we docked in British Columbia I was officially a silent disco attending, ABBA sing-a-longing, 10,000 calories a day eating cruiser. 

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CELEBRITY ECLIPSE OVERVIEW 

OCCUPANCY 2850 Guests / 1250 Crew  CRUISING SPEED 24 Knots  INAGURAL DATE April 2010 SHIP CLASS Solstice 

The Celebrity Eclipse is a beautiful ship. The interior design feels upscale and sophisticated but not in an intimidating or pompous way. 

The classy but laid back atmosphere seems to draw a more mature crowd. On our cruise there were a handful of passengers that looked to be in their early 30’s but most of the guests were 50+.

The ship offers a busy daily activity schedule featuring the classics such as trivia and karaoke, while the theater hosts full production shows, guest lecturers, singers, comedians and aerialists. There was always something to do but when you wanted a little R&R, there were tons of options for that too. From the swimming pools to the sunset bar, this ship is excellent for grabbing a lounge chair and a drink, and napping the day away. 

Overall, I was impressed with the quality that Celebrity Cruises offers, but the only thing that fell short was the food. While I can’t comment on the specialty restaurants, the food in the main dining rooms left a lot to be desired. 

Keep reading for a full, in-depth review of the Celebrity Cruise Eclipse. Discover what to expect on board, things to know before you go, what to pack and much more. 

WHAT KNOW TO KNOW BEFORE YOUR CRUISE 

What is included/not included in the cruise fare price.

 INCLUDED 

• Meals in the Moonlight Sonata Dining Room, Oceanview Cafe, Spa Cafe and the Mast Grill. If you are Aquaclass or Guests of “The Retreat,” you are also allowed complimentary dining at Luminae and Blu restaurants. 
• Most on-board entertainment including nightly theatre shows  
• Use of pools, sun decks, jacuzzis and the Lawn Club 
• Most of the daily on-board activities 
• Access to the gym plus a selection of complimentary fitness classes 
• Children’s Clubs 
• Room Service (although charges do apply from 11pm-6am)

 NOT INCLUDED

• Gratuities ($15.50 per person per day if you book a standard cabin, $16 per person per day for Concierge and AquaClass passengers, and $19 per person per day for guests of The Retreat).
• Alcohol and drink packages 
• Non-alcoholic drinks excluding water, tea, iced tea, milk, coffee and select juices.
• Specialty dining options at 5 specific on-board restaura nts
• Spa and beauty treatments
• Select on-board activities and entertainment 
• Shore excursions
• Wi-Fi and phone charges 
• Laundry 
• Flights, hotels & transfers (unless you have booked separately and directly with the cruise ship)
• Laundry charges
• Babysitting services
• Travel insurance
• Persian Garden thermal suite (unless you are an AquaClass passenger).

IS THERE WIFI ON BOARD?

There is WiFi on board but it’s not free. In fact, it’s expensive AF.

You can choose from two different WiFi packages, the Xelerate Internet Package (which includes streaming) or the Surf Internet Package . With the Surf Internet Package you can browse the internet, email, text and use apps such as Instagram, Facebook etc. You cannot stream videos, send & receive photos, or use apps like FaceTime and Skype.

The WiFi prices vary depending on the length of your cruise and how many devices you want to add. My sister and I split a single WiFi package. We could only log into one device at a time but if you work out a schedule, a 1 device package should work for most people. 

If you need WiFi to simply communicate with your group on board, consider walkie talkies as a more cost effective option.

XCELERATE UNLIMITED INTERNET PACKAGE Sailing Length 1 Device 2 Devices 3 Devices 4 Devices 2 to 3 Days          $95          $143        $190      $238 4 to 6 Days          $175        $263        $350      $438 7 to 9 Days          $265        $398        $530      $663 10 to 13 Days      $325        $488        $650      $813 14+ Days             $335        $503        $670      $838

SURF INTERNET PACKAGE Sailing Length 1 Device 2 Devices 3 Devices 4 Devices 2 to 3 Days          $59        $89           $118       $148 4 to 6 Days          $89        $134         $178       $223 7 to 9 Days          $129      $194         $258       $323 10 to 13 Days      $179      $269         $358       $448 14+ Days             $199     $299          $398       $498

WHAT IS THE  DRESS CODE ON BOARD THE CELEBRITY ECLIPSE?

Overall, the Celebrity Eclipse is a pretty causal ship. During the day, you’ll find people in bathing suits/coverups, athleisure wear and casual lounging outfits. 

During the afternoon, an Evening Chic or Smart Casual dress code goes into effect (you will be notified which one via your daily itinerary that is placed on your bed the night before).

If your cruise is 7+ nights, there will be 2 nights with an Evening Chic dress code. Cruises that are 6 nights or shorter will feature 1 night with an Evening Chic dress code. All other nights of the cruise will feature a Smart Casual dress code.

EVENING CHIC

Evening Chic nights made for the best people watching and it was fun to see everyone dress up and have a fancy night out on the ship. People wore a range of different outfits; we saw cocktail dresses, sundresses and blouses with jeans. There were even a few evening gowns and tuxedos in the mix. Feel free to interpret the dress code to fit your personal style and level of comfort.

The Celebrity Cruises website recommends:

WOMEN A cocktail dress, skirt, pants or designer jeans with an elegant top MEN Pants or designer jeans with a dress shirt, button-down shirt or sweater with an optional sport coat or blazer on top.

SMART CASUAL 

During Smart Casual nights, most women wore causal dresses and skirts or a nice blouse and most men wore slacks and a polo, or a short sleeve button down shirt. 

WOMEN  Skirt, pants or jeans with a casual top. MEN Pants or jeans with a short sleeve sport shirt.

DINING ROOM DRESS CODES 

Swimsuits, robes and bare feet are not permitted in the buffet, while t-shirts, swimsuits, robes, bare feet, tank tops, baseball caps and pool wear are not allowed in the main restaurant or specialty restaurants at any time.

If you don’t feel like dressing up in either Evening Chic or Smart Causal attire during the afternoon, skip the main dining restaurant and head to the buffet where you are free to wear a more casual outfit at any time.  

The website states that shorts and flip-flops are not allowed in the evening hours but we saw a lot of people wearing them, just not in the main restaurants. 

IS ALCOHOL INCLUDED IN THE TICKET PRICE? 

Unless you have purchased a drink package, alcohol is not included in the ticket price. You can buy individual glasses on board, or sign up for a drink package.

Drink packages range from $500 per week to $700 per week. This site has updated pricing and information on each of the packages available. 

DO I NEED CASH/CREDIT CARDS ON BOARD? 

It’s smart to pack cash and credit cards to use at the different ports on your cruise, but you will not need them on the ship. 

All purchases made on board are done using your SeaPass card. The SeaPass card is basically your ID and your credit card on the Celebrity Eclipse. If you make a purchase, they will simply scan the SeaPass and automatically add the charge to your guest account. 

HOW DOES TIPPING WORK AND HOW MUCH ARE GRATUITIES? 

Gratuities are automatically added to your guest account each day so you do not need to tip crew members individually. 

Standard Cabins: $15.50 per person / per day Concierge and AquaClass: $16 per person / per day The Retreat (Suites): $19 per person / per day

On top of the daily gratuities, a 20% tip will also be automatically added to all beverages and mini bar purchases, as well as spa and salon services.

If you want to adjust the gratuity amount, you can speak to guest relations. 

WHAT IS THE CURRENCY ON BOARD? 

The Celebrity Eclipse uses United States Dollars as currency on board.

HOW DO TIME CHANGES WORK AT SEA? 

Sometimes the ship will cross into different time zones during your cruise. The ship’s crew does a great job at reminding you when to move your clocks forward or backward. You will also find this reminder on the daily schedule.

During our cruise from Hawaii to Vancouver, we were told to move our clocks forward by 1 hour every night until we were successfully on Vancouver time. 

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WILL I HAVE PHONE SERVICE ON BOARD? 

No. We had very spotty phone service while in port, and on sea days we lost service almost immediately. WiFi is available at an extra charge (see above). 

If your cruise is International, don’t forget to switch your cellphone to airplane mode. When the ship crosses international boundaries, you might incur unexpected roaming charges. 

WHAT TYPE OF OUTLETS / PLUGS ARE IN THE ROOM? 

Staterooms are equipped with 2 North American style outlets (Type A and B will work) and one two-pin 220v socket (Type F .. but C and E will also work).

North American sockets are 110v and the European sockets are 220v.

ARE THERE OPTIONS FOR THOSE WITH DIETARY RESTRICTIONS? 

Celebrity Cruises uses symbols on their menu to notate which dishes are appropriate for different dietary restrictions. Gluten-free, vegetarian, lactose-free and no sugar added symbols are included on each menu so it’s easy to differentiate what you can and cannot have. 

There is not a symbol for vegan dishes yet, but they say that if a dish is noted vegetarian and lactose-free, it is most likely vegan. The cruise line suggests that vegan guests talk with your waitstaff, who will help come up with options that work within your diet.

Celebrity Cruises is also Dine Aware committed, which means that their crew has been trained in understanding food allergies. 

If have an allergy or a dietary restriction, Celebrity Cruises is more than happy to work with you to provide dishes that you will enjoy. I recommend being pro-active, calling ahead and voicing your restrictions as it will open up a lot more options for you during your cruise.

EMBARKATION 

I have’t taken many cruises so I was pleasantly surprised at how quick and easy the embarkation process was considering how many passengers were boarding the ship that day.

Celebrity Cruises gives you a window of time on embarkation day, and you are allowed to show up an any time within that window to board the ship. We arrived about 2 hours prior to the cutoff and it only took us 45 minutes to board the ship.

As soon as you exit your car/Uber/taxi at the vehicle drop off location, couriers  will whisk away your luggage so that you can be hands free. Make sure to pack hand luggage or a day bag with everything you might need for the day (swimsuit, valuables, passport and boarding documents etc) because you won’t see your bags again until they are delivered to your stateroom a few hours later.

The check in process is easy and consists of a few checkpoints where you will show your passport and boarding documents, go through security and finally walk onto the ship. I recommend checking in online to expedite the process even more.

When you first board, staff will be waiting for you with trays of champagne (for those who have purchased alcohol packages). Find your stateroom, offload your belongings and finally you are free to roam the ship.

Before the ship leaves port on the first day, everyone on-board must attend the introduction welcome and safety briefing in the Eclipse Theater. They will announce it over the intercom so you’ll know exactly when it starts. 

CELEBRITY ECLIPSE STATEROOMS 

There are several types of staterooms on board the Celebrity Eclipse: Inside Staterooms, Oceanview Staterooms, Veranda Staterooms (85% of Celebrity Eclipse rooms include a veranda) and Suites.

INTERIOR STATEROOM REVIEW

We stayed in one of the interior staterooms which was basic, but perfectly comfortable. The room was slightly larger than some of the other cruise lines that I’ve traveled with, and while I wouldn’t exactly call it spacious, we did have room to move around. 

There was a standard amount of storage space available. We could’ve used more but we were able to make do. The room included basic amenities such a mini fridge, blow dryer, interactive TV, direct-dial phone and a security safe. 

Our stateroom attendant was very friendly and attentive. He would make up our room in the morning and turn down our sheets at night, leaving a chocolate on our pillow. Room service is also available 24 hours a day, although there is a small charge if you order between 11pm-6am. 

The only issue I had was that there were no outlets near the bed. I hurt my back and was stuck in bed for a few days. It was the perfect time to catch up on work but I was only able to do so when my phone and computer were charged. 

Eventually I would love to experience a cruise in a Veranda Stateroom but for now, I was satisfied with the comfort of the interior stateroom. 

CONCIERGE, AQUA CLASS & SUITES 

Like other cruise lines, your comfort increases with the amount of money you’re able to spend. 

Concierge Class guests receive early embarkation and debarkation, personalized concierge service, welcome sparkling wine and fresh fruit at check-in, an expanded breakfast menu, nightly hors d’oeuvres, and a massaging shower head in their room.

AquaClass guests receive the same extras as Concierge Class plus a pillow menu, in-room aromatherapy diffusers, complimentary bathroom amenities, unlimited access to the Persian Garden and they can dine at Blu Restaurant.

Guests who book suites also have 24-hour butler service, priority check-in, luggage packing/unpacking, shoeshine, full en-suite dining service (expanded room-service menu, afternoon tea, hors-d’oeuvres in the evening, complimentary coffee (espresso, cappuccino), dining reservations and seating preferences, access to Blu and Luminae restaurants and welcome gifts. 

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THE STAFF 

The staff aboard the Celebrity Eclipse was truly incredible and they made the overall energy of the ship an extremely welcoming and fun place to be.

From the restaurant waitstaff to our cabin steward, everyone we interacted with was pleasant and helpful. They would smile if you passed them in the halls, go out of their way to help if you had a question and do their best to accommodate any and all requests. 

The Cruise Director (Lauren) and the Entertainment Director (Charlotte) worked their asses off. I don’t know how they were able to be in so many places at once. We’d see them hosting a challenge in one area of the ship and by the time we walked to the other end, they’d already be there leading a fitness class haha. From early mornings to late nights, they made sure everyone had a great time and never broke character or let on how tired they must’ve been. 

The employees work extremely long hours and they do it with a smile on their face. I very much appreciated the high standard of customer service that Celebrity Cruises implements. 

CELEBRITY ECLIPSE RESTAURANTS 

From outdoor grills and fine dining restaurants, to the popular international buffet, the Celebrity Eclipse has a vast amount of restaurant and dining options available. Unfortunately we found the food to be the weakest link on an otherwise positive cruising experience. 

MAIN DINING RESTAURANTS (FREE)

Moonlight sonata .

Moonlight Sonata is the main dining room option for all guests on-board. This elegant restaurant is situated under a massive chandelier and the dining experience feels very high-end and classy. 

During our 10 day cruise, we opted to eat at the Moonlight Sonata 4 times. I really enjoyed the atmosphere and if you can get a table near one of the windows, the view of the ocean is the ultimate mood enhancer.  

Moonlight Sonata specializes in contemporary, globally inspired dishes which have been created for the ship by a Michelin-starred chef. 

Each day they offer a different menu featuring around 7-10 entrees including classics like steak, chicken, fish and pastas.  You will also choose from a selection of starters as well as dessert at the end of your meal. Each table also gets a dedicated sommelier ready to help with wine pairing and personalized suggestions (if you do not have a drink package, wine and cocktails will be charged). 

While the atmosphere at Moonlight Sonata is nice and although they do offer a great selection of menu items each night, this restaurant ended up being our least favorite out of the food options on the ship.

At first bite, the dishes taste good, but not once did we find ourselves eager to finish the entrees. The food was overly salty and it usually made us feel bloated and just a little off for the rest of the night. Kind of l ike we might have explosive diarrhea … but at the same nervous that we might constipated for the next 4 days. 

With that said, the desserts in this dining room were the highlight of the meal. In fact, the chocolate cake was best thing I tasted while cruising on the Eclipse. If that cake was available at a local restaurant in my city, I would pay money for it. 

VEGETARIAN OPTIONS 

My sister is a vegetarian so we struggled a little in finding options that would work within her diet. At Moonlight Sonata they have at least 1 entree each night that is vegetarian friendly. It was usually a pasta, rice or basic vegetable dish.

We didn’t know this at the time but my sister took another cruise on the Eclipse and discovered that they actually offer a vegetarian menu , you just have to request it.  She said it was smaller than the main menu but she enjoyed having more options each night. 

She was also told that if you have dietary restrictions to call ahead and let them know, so that they can properly accommodate you. 

THE SERVICE 

Aside from the chocolate cake, the staff at Moonlight Sonata was the highlight of eating in the main dining room. From the maitre’d to the waitstaff, everyone was extremely friendly and professional, and the service was fantastic from beginning to end.

We didn’t eat at the same table each night but it appears that many passengers do because we noticed that the waitstaff knew all their regulars by name. They seem to make real connections with their guests and people were very vocal about how much they loved their waiters and waitresses.

OCEANVIEW CAFE

Oceanview Cafe is the Eclipse’s buffet restaurant located on deck 14.

Serving up an array of international dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Oceanview Cafe is the most popular restaurant on the ship. The atmosphere is very laid back; seat yourself, fill your plate, eat and leave. It is perfect for those who want a casual, no frills dining experience. 

Although the buffet and the seating area are massive, the cafe still gets very busy during peak times. There were a few instances when we had to circle the restaurant several times until a table opened up. 

Oceanview Cafe serves breakfast from 7am-11am,  lunch from 12pm-3pm, snacks are available from 3:30pm-5pm, dinner is from 5pm-9pm, and there are even late night snack options from 10pm-1am.

We ate lunch at the AquaSpa Cafe most days and preferred eating dinner at the Oceanview Cafe over the main dining room most nights.

The buffet offers hundreds of food options to choose from. Each night they have a handful of standard fixed items such as pizza, pasta, salad, carved meats, Indian food and a gourmet station which includes steaks, fajitas, grilled chicken, fish etc.

In addition to the regular nightly selections, they also feature a specialty station each day for lunch and dinner. You’ll find anything from sandwich and crepe stations to International themed nights like American, Greek, Jamaican and Chinese  (speaking of.. never in my life have I seen people get more hyped over egg rolls).

Overall, the pizzeria was our favorite station (can you ever go wrong with pizza?). They served classic pepperoni and cheese pizza, plus one specialty option such as BBQ chicken or veggie. All of the pizza was delicious and it was one of the only things on the ship that I didn’t get sick of. In addition to the pizzeria, I also found myself at the Indian food station quite a bit.

The pasta bar had potential, as you were able to create your own from array of toppings and sauces that they cook on the spot. Unfortunately, the flavor just wasn’t there. We felt the same about the desert bar. While there are tons of options available each day (including gluten free and sugar free), we learned quickly to skip that station and head to the ice cream bar instead. 

The ice cream bar was the best free desert option on the ship. The flavors rotated every night but our favorites were the passion fruit and guava sorbet. 

For drinks, you can choose from water, tea, iced tea, milk, coffee and a few select juices. If you want alcohol or soft drinks, the buffet waitstaff are always within arms reach and are happy to serve you at an added charge. 

Oceanview Cafe has hundreds of food items to choose from each night with a strong emphasis on meat based entrees. With that said, they do an ok job of including some vegetarian options.

While there is a small area dedicated to meatless entrees, they were somewhat uninspired. I feel like they could be more imaginative in creating dishes beyond steamed vegetables and potatoes. My sister ended up eating a lot of pizza, nachos and Indian food… which as you can imagine, gets old after awhile. 

For vegans, there are not a lot of fixed options at the buffet so I would recommend speaking to one of the crew members who can hopefully help you come up with some dishes that you can eat.

AQUA SPA CAFE 

The AquaSpa Cafe is located in the adults only Solarium on deck 12, and it is one of the most underrated dining options on the ship.

The AquaSpa Cafe serves up small plates of healthier, lighter food options, and it quickly became our go-to place for breakfast and lunch. 

Unlike the other restaurants on the ship, the menu didn’t rotate but the food was excellent and the dishes felt so much more fresh.

For breakfast, I liked the banana bagel, made with a whole wheat bagel half, topped with peanut butter, apples, bananas, blueberries, and garnished with orchids. The apricot energy bar was also one of my favorite food items on the ship. It was made with apricots, coconut, sunflower seeds, walnuts, and honey. 

Other breakfast options include gluten free oatmeal, muesli, fruit platters, breads and omelettes. You can also order fresh pressed juices and smoothies for an extra charge. 

During lunch you’ll find dishes such as chicken salad and salmon salad, as well as vegetable wraps, a whole wheat club sandwich, caprese and pasta salads. My favorite lunches were the sesame udon salad made with udon noodles, red peppers, scallions, sesame seed and lime. I was also a fan of the tuna salad made with celery, green onion, and herbs. 

The dishes at AquaSpa Cafe are designed for those wanting to make healthier food choices so they are made with low fat mayo and low fat yogurt. There are also a number of gluten free and vegetarian options available. 

The AquaSpa Cafe has some of the best vegetarian options on the ship. From their cilantro pesto pasta salad to the sweet potato bisque soup made with coconut milk, cinnamon and orange confit, Celebrity Cruises put more creativity into this menu and it is definitely worth checking out. 

Vegans will also find a number of choices at the AquaSpa Cafe, but there are more options for vegans during breakfast hours. 

Mast Grill is open for lunch on deck 14, near the pool area and this was my second favorite dining option on the Eclipse.

The menu at Mast Grill is short (burgers, hot dogs and fries) but the quality of the food was great.

The hamburger/cheeseburger options included beef of course, but they also offered turkey and veggie patties (made to order). You can choose from classic toppings like pickles and lettuce, or go for sautéed mushrooms, onions and even sauerkraut.

Mast Grill offers veggie patties for those wanting a meatless burger and they were delicious. Highly recommend. 

LUMINAE  

Luminae is the Eclipse’s exclusive dining room available only for guests who are booked in suites. 

Located on deck 3, the restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. They have a smaller menu than Moonlight Sonata, with only 5 entree options available each night but during your cruise you will never see the same menu items twice. Sample entrees include grilled sirloin, buttered poached lobster,  seared tuna and cauliflower steaks.  

We were not booked in a suite so we didn’t have the opportunity to try or review Luminae. 

Blu is a private restaurant created specifically for AquaClass Members, but suite guests are also welcome to eat here too. 

The restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner and offers a quieter, more intimate dining experience. The menu is a somewhat healthier take on classic options, meaning you will still be able to find pastas and steaks, but they are prepared in a cleaner way with less heavy creams and more fresh ingredients. Sample entrees include pan seared salmon, turkey breast roulade and oven roasted lobster tail. 

There is one vegetarian friendly entree on the menu each night, but they are eager to accommodate dietary restrictions so be sure to speak with the maitre’d to request more options. 

SPECIALTY RESTAURANTS ($$)

There are a handful of specialty restaurants on-board the Celebrity Eclipse, that you can dine in at an added charge. We were happy enough with our complimentary restaurant choices so we didn’t pay for food during our cruise. If you wish to do so, these are your options. 

MURANO  

Murano is an upscale, fine dining restaurant serving classic French dishes with a contemporary twist. The price is fixed at $50 USD for dinner, or you can opt for their popular FiveSenses Menu which is a 6 course meal served with expert wine pairings ($89 per person). 

One of Murano’s most popular dishes is the lobster, which they flambé table side in cognac. 

Out of all the specialty restaurants, this one has the most beautiful interior and would be perfect for celebrating a special occasion on board. 

For a review of Murano by Beyond Ships, click here .

TUSCAN GRILLE

Tuscan Grille is an Italian style steakhouse serving handmade pastas, artisanal salumi, fish, butcher cut meats, and USDA Prime dry aged steak. The price is fixed at $45 per person, which does not include drinks. 

Be sure to request a table with a view as this restaurant has floor to ceiling glass windows. 

Check out these reviews of Tuscan Grille by EatSleepCruise (here) and  Life Well Cruised (here).

SUSHI ON FIVE

Out of all the specialty restaurants on board, Sushi on 5 was one that we intended to visit. We ultimately decided against it because the crew members who worked there on our particular cruise were so incredibly pushy that it turned us off. 

Everyday at the buffet, someone from Sushi on 5 would approach us and ask us if we wanted to make reservations. Which is fine.. but they would not take no for an answer. The back and forth was so uncomfortable that we started hiding from them. 

With that said, the menu looked good and the prices were actually reasonable for sushi. Unlike a lot of the specialty restaurants on the ship, prices are a la carte and you can order to go items as well. 

In addition to classic rolls and sashimi, they also serve hot dishes like udon and ramen. 

For a review of Sushi on 5 from My Virtual Vacations, click here.

LE PETIT CHEF AT QSINE

Le Petit Chef at Qsine is by far the most unique restaurant on-board the Celebrity Eclipse. 

The dining experience is a combination of a show plus dinner, as each course is introduced by an animation that takes place on your plate. Diners will watch the Petit Chef create every course on the menu in front of you via a 3D projected animation, then the waiters will bring out the food.

Because of the animated show, two dinner seating are available: 6pm and 8:30pm. Le Petit Chef at Qsine offers one fixed menu plus an alternate menu with several substitutions. Just know that if you choose a substitution, it won’t match the animation on your plate. Everyone watches the same show. 

The price is fixed at $55 per person, which does not include drinks. 

For a review of Le Petit Chef at Qsine b y Forever Karen, click here.

CAFE AL BACIO AND GELATERIA 

Coffee and tea is complimentary on the Celebrity Eclipse but if you are a serious coffee drinker, chances are you’ll want to check out Cafe Al Bacio for a more gourmet experience.

This cafe serves a multitude of Lavazza espresso drinks (including Irish), or you can choose from their premium hot and cold teas. While the drinks cost money, the desserts and pastries are complimentary.

Across the cafe from Cafe Al Bacio is the Gelateria where you’ll find authentic, artisan gelato and sorbetto. 

CELEBRITY ECLIPSE BARS & LOUNGES

Sky observation lounge.

Located on deck 14, the Sky Observation lounge offers an excellent view of the ocean with tons of seating options if you want to read a book, work on your computer or even take a nap. This was my favorite spot on the entire ship. 

Many of the daily activities such as trivia and dance classes take place at the Sky Observation Lounge during the day.  At night it turns into a chic bar, serving up speciality cocktails based on your zodiac sign.

This lounge was also a popular location for many of the hosted evening activities such as sing-a-longs, silent discos and dance parties.

PASSPORT BAR

The Passport Bar is located right off the grand foyer in the center of the ship, and due to its busy location it offers some of the best people watching around. 

During the day, the Passport Bar is the setting for cooking classes, dance classes and the popular egg drop challenge. At night, it’s perfect for sitting back with a cocktail or a beer and listening to live music. 

QUASAR 

Quasar is the Celebrity Eclipse’s futuristic “nightclub” where you will find pub quizzes and Xbox challenges during the day and karaoke at night.

This seemed to be the least used bar/lounge on the ship; I only saw people in it a few different times. We did hear the Cruise Director refer to Quasar as the location for the late night party (after midnight), but we never checked it out. 

MARTINI BAR 

The Martini Bar is located on deck 4 and was one of the more popular afternoon hangouts. The bartenders put on a show as they perfectly craft your martini over a beautiful ice-topped bar. 

ENSEMBLE LOUNGE

The Ensemble Lounge is a ghost town during the day but be sure to stop by in the afternoon as it really comes alive at night. With a nightly schedule of live music, this lounge acts as an elegant backdrop for pre or post dinner drinks. 

SUNSET BAR  

Tucked away toward the back of the ship, we didn’t discover the Sunset Bar until our last night and it’s a shame because you know how much I love sunsets and drinking.. 

The Sunset Bar offers an insane view of the horizon and they not only serve bottles of wine but pitchers of crafted cocktails as well. If I ever sail on the Eclipse again, this will be my first stop. 

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CELLAR MASTERS 

Cellar Masters is a quiet wine bar/lounge located on deck 4, across the way from the Martini Bar. 

While I never visited in the afternoon, this was one of the only lounges on the ship where I could find an outlet for my computer. It was the perfect, quiet atmosphere to tuck away in a corner and get some work done during the day.  

SLUSH 

Slush is a small bar located near the main pool on deck 12 and their specialty is frozen cocktails. Choose from frozen margaritas, daiquiris, mojitos and more. All of the menu items are also available without alcohol.

POOL & MAST BARS 

The go-to bars to grab a drink while you’re out by the pool. The Pool Bar and the Mast Bar are located on deck 14. 

MICHAEL’S CLUB

Michael’s Club is an exclusive lounge dedicated to guests who are booked in suites.

The lounge is open 24 hours a day and features a large-screen TV, reading areas with magazines, newspapers, and books, plus a continental breakfast. Complimentary pre-dinner drinks and tapas are served 5:00 PM –8:00 PM daily with complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks available throughout the day. 

ENTERTAINMENT  

From theatre shows to trivia nights, hot glass classes and a silent disco, there is no shortage of entertainment available on the Celebrity Eclipse. 

THE ECLIPSE THEATER 

Evening entertainment .

The Eclipse Theatre hosts 2 nightly showings featuring an array of live entertainment acts including comedy shows, magicians, guest singers and of course the house entertainment group which is composed of singers, dancers, aerialists and musicians. 

During our 10 night cruise, the Celebrity Eclipse put on 4 original full production shows. The aerialists blew us away and were the highlight of the performances each night. While the singers and dancers were all very talented, there was one girl in particular with a phenomenal voice that made us keep coming back. 

Euphoria was by far my favorite production show on the Eclipse because it featured the most aerialist numbers and Cirque de Soleil inspired acts. It was beautifully done. 

Rock City was another fun one because it featured musical hits which spanned across decades. The entertainers sang and danced to songs from Queen, Bon Jovi, The Killers, Marilyn Manson, Journey, and a lot more. People seemed to enjoy this one because it was high energy and everyone could sing a long. 

Amade celebrates the evolution of music and features songs from Mozart to Daft Punk, while combining them with unexpected dance styles such as ballet.

Topper was my least favorite show during the cruise. They performed it on our embarkation day and it felt like a fever dream. All I can honestly remember is that they lived in a giant hat and there was a singing dog. 

During one of the nightly shows, the entertainment team put on a Broadway Cabaret   which is a must see if you like Broadway shows. They sang classics from Les Miserables, Chicago, Phantom of the Opera and more. 

As far as guest entertainment, some of the acts were hit or miss. A few of the guest singers were very good, one girl named TeaCake was particularly impressive. The comedian.. not so much.

BEYOND THE PODIUM SPEAKERS 

During the day, the Eclipse Theater was used as the stage for the “Beyond the Podium” guest speakers and naturalists who presented daily lectures about the ship’s destination location, wildlife, astrophysics and more. 

One of the lecturers was a scientist who gave talks about Sci-Fi films and Albert Einstein. His talks were usually early, so I unfortunately didn’t make it to any.

THE NATURALIST 

The ship also had a naturalist on board who gave lectures about Hawaiian plants and wildlife. 

She was an excellent speaker and her information about Hawaiian species were fascinating, interactive and thought provoking. She also touched on how we can all be more aware as we travel, and be more conscious tourists which I appreciated (Celebrity Cruises should incorporate more of this into their programming).  

The only unfortunate aspect was that her presentation schedule started after we left Hawaii. I wish there was a way to have seen her lectures before we visited because it definitely would’ve enhanced our time on the islands.

With that said, she was more than happy to answer questions and identify species and plants from photos people took while they were in Hawaii. 

DESINTATION AMBASSADORS 

In addition to the naturalist, there were also two native Hawaiian ambassadors on-board who taught classes about Hawaii and its culture. The hula class and a ukulele class seemed to be the most popular but all of their activities were informative and interesting.

Like the naturalist, the ambassadors didn’t start their activity schedule until we left Hawaii, so by the time the final hula and ukulele performances happened we were almost to Vancouver and the overall tropical vacation mood was already dying down.

BIG SCREEN MOVIES 

Occasionally, the Celebrity Eclipse would transform the theater into a cinema and play movies on their big screen. 

RELATED POST: THE TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN VANCOUVER FOR FIRST TIMERS 

DAILY ACTIVITIES 

Each afternoon your cabin steward will leave a full schedule for the next day in your room. On sea days, the schedule is packed from morning to night, so there’s rarely a dull moment on-board. While we preferred to go the more relaxed route and not overbook our days, we did make sure to check out some of the most popular activites. 

During our cruise some of the activities offered were dance classes (ballroom and hula), trivia, game shows, bingo, cooking demonstrations, scrapbooking classes, fitness classes, pool volleyball tournaments and more.

I’m not a regular cruiser so a lot of the activities were new to me and I was surprised by how much fun I had. My favorites were the music trivia, the Sing a Longs (Queen and ABBA) and of course the silent disco. 

THE SILENT DISCO

Silent Disco nights were by far the most popular and fun activity on the Celebrity Eclipse. You are given wireless headphones with three different channels programmed into them (oldies, disco and modern contemporary). You simply choose your channel and start dancing. 

Make sure to take your headphones off at some point and people watch everyone around you. The room is completely silent except for feet shuffling and really loud, bad singing.

If you don’t go to dance, go to watch. It’s hilarious. 

LIVE MUSIC 

Live music can be found in almost all of the lounges and bars throughout the ship each night. From solo guitarists to string duos, dance bands, DJs and more, the live music schedule is available on your daily activity planner.

ARCADE 

The ship offers a small arcade on deck 15 with video games and air hockey. Prices ranged from $1-1.50 for car games and shooting games, and $2 for the win-a-prize game. I never saw anybody use the arcade.

HOT GLASS CLASS 

There is a permanent Hot Glass studio on deck 15 which features glass blowing from master glassblowers of The Corning Museum of Glass. You can sit and watch them create or take a class yourself (for a fee) and sculpt your own souvenir. 

CELEBRITY iLOUNGE

The Celebrity Eclipse iLounge is the ship’s internet cafe that also offers tech classes taught by an Apple-certified professional. The classes were beginner level, geared toward teaching non tech savvy passengers how to use Apple products. 

If you don’t want to carry a laptop on board, you are free to use the computers in the iLounge but you must have a WiFi package ($) to use the internet.  

The iLounge also has a small selection of Apple products available for purchase, duty free. 

FORTUNE’S CASINO 

The Celebrity Eclipse casino is located on deck 4 and features slot machines, blackjack tables, two roulette wheels, two three card poker tables, Ultimate Texas Hold ‘Em, a craps table, and electronic lightning poker (Texas Hold ‘Em).

The casino would also host activities such as Texas Hold ‘Em tournaments, raffles and lotto draws.

RECREATION & RELAXATION 

Pools and canyon ranch spa , the solarium  .

The Solarium is an “adults only” (16+) haven on the Celebrity Eclipse, and aside from the Sky Observation Lounge this was my second favorite place to hang out on the ship.

The Solarium is located indoors but the glass ceilings and walls make it feel like you are outside. The light is super bright and inviting, and the fountains, living plants and soothing music make the atmosphere feel very spa like. In the Solarium you’ll find a pool and jacuzzis, plus tons of lounge chairs and several daybeds. 

If the weather outside is too cold or too hot, I recommend staking out your lounge chair in the Solarium early. It’s temperature controlled so people flock there when the outdoor pool is closed or if the weather is not ideal. 

The AquaSpa Cafe is also located in the Solarium. Make sure to check it out during breakfast or lunch to find lighter, healthier food options. 

POOL AREA 

The outdoor pool deck is one of the most popular hangout locations on the ship, especially if you’re cruising in a tropical destination.

Featuring 2 pools, 4 jacuzzis, several walk up bars and tons of loungers, this area fills up very quickly. Unless you claimed a spot early, it was difficult to find an open chair on busy sea days. For this reason, we preferred to do late afternoons in the jacuzzi, as nobody was around during and after dinner. 

The pool area was also used at the setting for several dance and aerobic classes, volleyball tournaments, the luau party and the live DJ. 

THE SPA 

Canyon Ranch Spa a full-service spa offering wellness and fitness classes, beauty treatments and even injectables.

They have a full service salon where you can get your hair cut, colored or styled. There are also makeup artists on-board as well as manicurists, waxing services, acupuncture, facials, massages and personal training sessions in the fitness center. You an also touch up on Botox and Juvederm cosmetic treatments while on-board.

Canyon Ranch offers a daily schedule of classes and presentations but they are mainly focused on getting you to purchase treatments.

Speaking of purchasing treatments.. the prices are high. Expect to pay between $150-$250USD for a massage, $150-$280USD for a facial and $80-$120USD for a pedicure. 

THE PERSIAN GARDEN

Within the Canyon Ranch Spa, you will also find the Persian Garden which features an aromatic steam room, Finnish and herbal saunas, sensory showers and a relaxation lounge with heated tile loungers.

The Persian Garden is available to those in Aqua Class Staterooms or you can purchase a daily pass. 

THE CELEBRITY ECLIPSE FITNESS CENTER & GYM 

Located on deck 12 within the Canyon Ranch Spa, you’ll find the 24 hours fitness center complete with treadmills, stair climbers, bikes and ellipticals. There is also a selection of weight machines as well as numerous free weights available

In addition to the machines and weights, the gym also offers a number of basic free fitness classes   like stretching, Zumba and an ab workout class. They also offer paid fitness classes such as pilates, yoga and indoor cycling, which cost $15USD (plus an 18% service fee). Free fitness classes run for 25 minutes and the paid classes go for 45 minutes.

I was really excited about having such a nice fitness center available on the ship but unfortunately when I hurt my back my gym goals went out the window. 

OUTDOOR RECREATION & SPORTS 

The Celebrity Eclipse has several outdoor recreational areas including a basketball court, a jogging track, bocce/lawn bowling, a 3-hole putting green, and ping pong tables.

RECREATION AREAS 

The lawn club .

Celebrity Solstice Class Ships offer half an acre of real grass on their top deck where you can have a picnic, play bocce ball or lay out. The Lawn Club was usually pretty quiet which made for a nice escape on the busy ship. 

THE CARD ROOM

The Card Room is located on deck 9 and is comprised of several tables for playing cards and board games. It’s pretty basic but I noticed quite a few people using it each day. 

THE LIBRARY 

The Celebrity Eclipse has a beautiful 2 story library with a large selection of books available for borrow. It didn’t look like there was a book check-out process, it seemed to run on the honor system.

The library also has a few comfortable seating options to sit and read, which is especially nice mid-day when the sun beams down from the skylight.

SUN DECKS 

If you’re looking to catch some Vitamin D, the Eclipse has a ton of options for laying out in the sun. Head to the Resort Deck (12) to lay by the pool, or if that’s too busy the Lido Deck (14) is lined with loungers that circle around the outdoor jogging track. Take a towel to the Lawn Club Deck (15) and lay in the grass or visit the Solstice Deck for some (usually) people free sunbathing . 

We didn’t do any shopping while on board but if you’re looking for some duty-free retail therapy, there are a few options available.

SHOPS ON THE BOULEVARD

Head to deck 4 for the main shopping aisle of the ship. Here you’ll find jewelry, clothing, fragrances, souvenirs and more. The Eclipse offers brands like TAG, Michael Kors, Bulgari, Omega, Dior, Lancome and Ray Ban. 

In addition to the Shops on the Boulevard, the Eclipse has The Galleria, a photo gallery and an art gallery. They also do trunk shows, auctions and merchandise sales throughout the duration of the cruise. 

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CRUISE SAFE POWER STRIP There are only 2 outlets in each stateroom but power strips and extension cords are not allowed on board (and likely to be confiscated by Celebrity Cruises during embarkation).

This no surge power box is designed especially for cruisers and will give you three more outlets and 2 USB chargers for all your charging needs.  

WINE Many people don’t know this but you are allowed to bring up to two bottles of wine or champagne onboard (per stateroom) on embarkation day. 

REUSABLE WATER BOTTLE Water is free in the buffet and in the AquaSpa but the cups are small. We would fill up our reusable water bottle ( I like this one because it keeps drinks hot/cold ) to keep in our room and carry with us throughout the day. 

Someone (a guest) yelled at us for filling up directly from the water tap, so use a fresh cup to transfer the water into your bottle.. for hygiene reasons I think.

WALKIE TALKIES With no phone service and outrageous WiFi prices, walkie talkies can be helpful if you’re traveling with a large party or kids on the ship. These ones have great reviews from cruisers.  

SWIMSUIT  Even if you’re cruising in cold weather destinations, you will regret not packing a swimsuit. The Solarium is indoors, temperature controlled and it has jacuzzis.  

BOOK OR IPAD There are so many different areas on the ship to sit and get comfy with a book or a game. The ship does offer complimentary book rentals in their library too. 

SANDALS  A pair of slides or slip on sandals come in handy if you need to quickly throw on shoes to run out and grab food, or if you’re heading to the pool or spa. 

CAMERA  Capture those memories. Don’t forget extra camera batteries and memory cards too.

IMMUNITY BOOSTERS  Being sick on vacation sucks. I recommend bringing some type of immunity boosters or supplements such as vitamin C. We brought a bottle of Apple Cider Vinegar to keep in our mini fridge, but you don’t have to go that far haha. 

LAUNDRY DETERGENT Laundry services are available on board but it costs $3 to wash 1 pair of underwear and $4 to wash a swimsuit. I like to pack travel laundry detergent and wash these types of items in the sink. They dry within a few hours and it helps me to not overpack. 

TUPPERWARE  It ain’t classy, but hear me out. If you eat too much at lunch but still want to try the chocolate cake, stick it in your Tupperware for later. If someone in your party isn’t an early riser, grab them a bagel at the buffet and keep it fresh. On the last day, fill up some breakfast items to go and have a free snack on your flight home.

This one is small and inconspicuous, and doesn’t look like your typical clear plastic food storage box.

EARPLUGS Sometimes it can be noisy pulling into port, especially if you’re staying on the lower levels of the ship. Also the walls were pretty thin in our stateroom so it’s better to be safe than sorry if you happen to wind up with noisy neighbors.

DAYBAG/BACKPACK  It’s helpful to have a small backpack or day bag to carry with you throughout the day. You can use it to hold your activity schedule, SeaPass card, camera, water bottle etc.. 

BINOCULARS On our cruise to Vancouver, the ship sailed through some of the best whale watching waters in the world. We stood at the front of the ship and spotted tons of them. It was amazing and I regretted not having binoculars on me. 

FIRST AID KIT Just in case. This one is made for cruisers and has 150 items including cold, cough, and pain medicine, hangover, allergy and dehydration relief. As well as aid for cuts, scrapes, burns, insect bites, wounds and more. 

CELEBRITY ECLIPSE ACCESSIBILITY 

A few days before I boarded the Celebrity Eclipse, I hurt my back (like… really really hurt it). I was bedridden for the first few days of the cruise and didn’t even make it off the ship at 2 of the ports.

This is the first time I experienced a minuscule amount of what travel must be like for those with limited mobility, disabilities or special needs. The experience opened my eyes a lot. 

I am extremely grateful that this vacation was on a cruise ship because Celebrity Cruises made it as easy as possible for me to get around. Not only are there an abundance of wheel chairs available, but almost every section of the ship was accessible to me (except for the Solstice Deck where you need to climb stairs).

All the doors are automatic, even in the public restrooms, and they offer wheelchair and disabled seating in the theater and gathering areas. 

MEDICAL CENTER 

While most passengers will not even step foot in the Medical Center, I was one of their regulars. I brought 2 ice packs on the ship with me and they were kind enough to keep them frozen so that I could rotate them throughout the day. 

The medical center also offers free sea sickness medication and has a minimum of 1 physician and 2 nurses on board at all times. 

DISEMBARKATION 

When the Eclipse sailed into our final port on the last day, disembarkation went as smoothly as it could’ve gone.

The Cruise Director and staff made sure to properly inform everyone of the process the day before and there is also a video that plays in your stateroom, detailing how it all works. 

If you want your bags to be taken off the ship for you, you will leave them outside of your room the night before. You’ll be given a color coded tag which lets you know your disembarkation order, and they announce each group over the intercom one by one. We chose to carry our own bags off the ship so we were allowed to leave at any time. 

We were staying in Vancouver for a few days so we weren’t in a huge rush to get off the ship. We had our last breakfast at the buffet (fresh donuts were set out for the occasion) before eventually deciding to head out.

Once you’re off the ship, the country you are in will dictate the immigration procedure. In Vancouver it was very painless, and only took us about 10 minutes to get from the gangway of the ship to the outside of the port. 

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Does anyone know who the cruise director will be on the Celebrity Eclipse Alaska 2022 cruises?

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5 minutes ago, GrandmaLinder said: Does anyone know who the cruise director will be on the Celebrity Eclipse Alaska 2022 cruises?

Sue Denning will be on the first Eclipse sailing post COVID on 4/23/22. I would imagine she will be staying for the Alaska season.

On IG it looks like Sue signed on to Summit in Jan before moving to Eclipse. Not sure how long the CD contracts are. I’d be surprised if she is onboard for the entire Alaska season.

Sue Denning introduces her team via a video on Instagram.

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On 4/1/2022 at 7:53 AM, upwarduk said: Sue Denning introduces her team via a video on Instagram.

Definitely a" Marmite" Cruise Director - we are not in her fan club. 

18 hours ago, the penguins said: Definitely a" Marmite" Cruise Director - we are not in her fan club. 

I am with you.   I am wondering when she will get her shoulder operation from constantly patting herself on the back.     

We would  be sitting somewhere and she stops to ask how we are then before we can say anything she claims she doesn’t have anytime to talk because she is so busy and has to go.  Why did you stop and interrupt us?    

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Set out on an unforgettable journey with one of Celebrity Eclipse®'s itineraries, which include discovering Bermuda's pink sand beaches and rich maritime history, exploring the historic charm of Boston, and experiencing the rugged beauty of Maine's coastline.

Discover Canada’s tapestry of natural wonders, from the majestic Rockies to the serene shores of its many lakes and rivers. Explore the ABC islands for Caribbean paradise, venture to St. Kitts for lush rainforests and pristine beaches, and indulge in the tropical oasis of the Bahamas, Grand Cayman and St. Maarten. Experience the rich history of San Juan and colonial charm of Antigua with picturesque harbors.

While vacationing on one of Celebrity Eclipse's itineraries, you’ll encounter breathtaking ocean vistas, enjoy stately accommodations, and experience one-of-a-kind service that will leave you feeling relaxed and reinvigorated by the end of your trip.

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Greece, Italy & France

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Departure Date: 30 Oct 2026

Duration: 11 nights

Cruise Line: Celebrity Cruises

Ship: Celebrity Eclipse

Athens (Piraeus) - Santorini - Mykonos - George Town, Grand Cayman - Naples - Rome (Civitavecchia) - Florence - Nice (Villefranche), France - Cannes, France - George Town, Grand Cayman More

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Your adventure in Athens begins five miles southwest in Greece‘s largest seaport, known as Piraeus. While here, be sure to take notice of what is considered to be one of the greatest contributions from the ancient Age of Pericles, the city‘s infrastructure, which today we know as a city block.

Here on the island of Santorini, you’ll find a classic Greek seascape—whitewashed houses accented by sea-blue roofs. This is a treasure trove for both professional and amateur archeology buffs, with sites that include tombs that date back to the 9th century and the sanctuary of Apollo.

Mykonos is known for its whitewashed villages sprinkled with blue and jade green. It’s also famous for its sophisticated nightlife. The most popular island in the Cyclades is bustling with activity, awash in beautiful alleyways, and home to alluring sandy beaches.

Located on the southern coast of Italy, Naples has spectacular scenery that attracts artists from around the world. From this key spot, you can embark on a trip to the ruins of Pompeii or shop the many boutiques of Sorrento. You may work up an appetite for one of Naples‘ greatest inventions – pizza – invented to honor the Queen of Italy in 1889.

Civitavecchia was settled in 108 A.D. by the Emperor Trajan and has since served faithfully as a gateway to the capital of the Empire—Rome. Once the center of the Ancient World from which emperors ruled over nearly all of western civilization, Rome is still a cultural mecca. Stroll the ancient halls of the Colosseum or gaze upon the ceilings of the Sistine Chapel.

Florence, capital of Italy’s Tuscany region, is home to many masterpieces of Renaissance art and architecture. One of its most iconic sights is the Duomo, a cathedral with a terracotta-tiled dome engineered by Brunelleschi and a bell tower by Giotto. The Galleria dell‘Accademia displays Michelangelo’s “David” sculpture. The Uffizi Gallery exhibits Botticelli’s “The Birth of Venus” and da Vinci’s “Annunciation.”

Nice cruises take you to the gorgeous southern coast of France. When your ship pulls into the port of Villefranche (the gateway port for Nice), you’ll be right in the middle of this beloved part of the European coastline known as the French Riviera. Travelers on Villefranche cruises will get the opportunity to head into Nice or head on an excursion to the French cities and towns of Cannes, Eze, St. Paul de Vence, or even the principality of Monaco. However you choose to spend your day in port while visiting on a Mediterrean cruise, you’re sure to be wowed by the culture and beauty of the French Riviera.

This island enclave is often described as a mini-Barcelona, with a Gothic feel that has overtaken centuries of Roman and Moorish culture. Visit El Baluard, the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, which was built on the site of the remnants of the 16th century Bastio de Sant Pere, or shop for bargain pearls at the city‘s many jewelers.

Celebrity Eclipse

• Grand Foyer
• Solstice Deck
• The Theatre
• Main Restaurant
• Tuscan Grille
• Sushi on Five
• Le Petit Chef®

Our stunning foyer greets you with a spectacular onyx staircase, marble floors and the first panoramic ocean-view glass elevators at sea.

When you arrive at the highest point on the ship, you won’t be disappointed. Whether you’re looking for the ideal spot to do some early morning yoga, stretch out on a canopied lounge bed, or for the best view of the beautiful starry sky to cap off another magical evening aboard, The Solstice Deck is where your search ends and the relaxation begins.

With Lady Luck by your side, spin the roulette wheel or play the slot machines in our tastefully decorated casino.

The Theatre is the premier live performance venue aboard Celebrity Eclipse®. While accommodating a generous audience, it retains a comfortable, intimate atmosphere, bringing you production shows, beautiful musical arrangements, and sidesplitting comedy.

Dance the night away in a vibrant nightclub designed for those ready to kick back and get down. Quasar is a modern nightclub like no other you will experience on the open seas. With a retro touch, it will feel like the perfect spot for adults of all ages, luring you in with its electrifying pulse.

This sophisticated restaurant with a wide range of globally-inspired dishes created by a Michelin-starred chef will provide the fine dining experience you love while you’re on vacation. The airy Main Restaurant offers exquisite menu selections, which change nightly to give you a variety of classic and contemporary choices. And the service? Legendary.

Rustic elegance with a contemporary, minimalistic edge. Guests dining in Tuscan Grille will enjoy a lively, sophisticated atmosphere, serving iconic Italian dishes with a modern twist. Our fresh, original menu features handmade pasta, artisanal salumi, fish, butcher cut meats, and USDA Prime dry aged steaks. Our regional Italian wine menu features authentic Italian cocktails and beers.

Wildly popular from the day it appeared, Sushi on Five satisfies your craving for locally sourced, authentically prepared sushi and other Japanese specialties from a menu crafted by expert restaurateur and sushi chef, Yoshikazu “Yoshi” Okada. Treat yourself to the complex flavors of a hand-made sushi roll or nigiri featuring tuna albacore, shrimp, eel, and other fresh selections, or savor the simplicity of yellowtail, salmon, and octopus sashimi. Your culinary experience would be incomplete without dessert—be sure to try the caramelized gingerbread with wasabi gelato.

Once-in-a-while something comes along that re-invents dining and you just have to see it to believe it. We’ve brought the table top to life in a fantastic fusion of entertainment and dining.

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