Introducing Celebrity's new Canyon Ranch SpaClub

CELEBRITY CRUISES AND CANYON RANCH CREATE THE LARGEST AND

MOST COMPREHENSIVE SPACLUB AT SEA PARTNERSHIP

Agreement between leading brands will launch April 2014

onboard the Celebrity fleet sailing worldwide

Celebrity Cruises and Canyon Ranch, one of the world’s leading spa and wellness brands, today unveiled a partnership to feature Canyon Ranch SpaClub® at Sea facilities onboard 10 state-of-the-art Celebrity ships. Canyon Ranch and Celebrity will create the largest and most comprehensive SpaClub at Sea offering, and debut exclusive SpaClub services and treatments.

The luxurious Canyon Ranch SpaClub on Celebrity Cruises will include spa, beauty salon, wellness and fitness amenities presenting signature Canyon Ranch offerings. The industry-leading brands intend to elevate the onboard experience by introducing exclusive SpaClub treatments and services tailored to the unique preferences of Celebrity’s guests, including new facial and body treatments, and unique yoga and meditation classes.

"We are passionate about providing our guests with unforgettable experiences, and this collaboration with Canyon Ranch is an important milestone in our drive to elevating guests’ modern luxury vacations," said Michael Bayley, President and CEO, Celebrity Cruises. "We want every aspect of our vacations – from dining and destinations to relaxing in beautiful spa surroundings – to be special, and the experts at Canyon Ranch will help us deliver on this promise."

Both Canyon Ranch and Celebrity Cruises have long been recognized as leaders in their respective industries and have received countless awards. The Canyon Ranch SpaClub at Sea division of Canyon Ranch has been recognized as a "Best Spa at Sea" from various industry publications’ readers choice awards, including Condé Nast Traveler and SpaFinder, Inc., and Celebrity Cruises is consistently awarded top honors by the readers of Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler and Celebrated Living magazine. The combination of these award-winning travel brands will result in an unmatchable vacation experience for discerning travelers seeking a taste of modern luxury at sea.

"It gives us great pleasure to offer our luxury spa experience to guests onboard Celebrity’s state-of the-art ships," stated Peter Smith, Chief Operating Officer of Canyon Ranch. "Our approach to the wellness lifestyle perfectly complements that of Celebrity and we look forward to a long, prosperous relationship."

The new, robust spa menu features popular Canyon Ranch treatments, such as indulgent facials and facial enhancements, massage, thermal, Asian touch, and Reiki healing energy therapies. A selection of salon offerings, including hair care, nail, and makeup services, will also be offered. Fitness lovers can choose from private consultations to group classes, including yoga, Pilates, cycling, Mind/Body Connection and relaxation – led by Canyon Ranch-trained fitness experts. Wellness programs such as personal exercise prescription, private nutritional consults, acupuncture, Chiropractic therapy and Canyon Ranch Healthy Feet™ centers will also be available on select ships. Additionally, Canyon Ranch health experts will provide onboard wellness lectures, workshops and cooking demonstrations.

Celebrity’s modern luxury vacations bring guests to inspiring destinations on all seven continents. In addition to its newly enhanced spa and wellness programming, the premium brand welcomes vacationers to experience its luxury "AquaClass" accommodations, which infuse the stateroom experience with additional spa-like elements as well as a host of other extras. AquaClass guests can exclusively dine in the chic specialty restaurant, Blu, and enjoy unlimited access to the Persian Garden, a relaxing oasis with heated mosaic lounge chairs and grottos releasing a variety of dry heat, aromatherapy-infused steam and mists into the air.

Canyon Ranch FAQs  

Why has Celebrity changed Spa partners to Canyon Ranch?

 

Steiner was an excellent partner in delivering a high-quality spa experience for our guests.

We are always evaluating our programs and reviewing guests’ and travel partner feedback to provide you with the most modern, luxurious experiences. Canyon Ranch is an award winning and the most well recognized spa and wellness brand in the US. Partnering with Canyon Ranch is an exciting opportunity to offer more enhanced and exclusive spa and wellness experiences for you to choose from.

 

When will Canyon Ranch SpaClub be available on each Celebrity ship?

 

1. Celebrity Century® – 3/6/14
2. Celebrity Reflection® – 3/29/14
3. Celebrity Infinity® – 3/30/14
4. Celebrity Millennium® – 3 /30/14
5. Celebrity Eclipse® – 4/5/14
6. Celebrity Silhouette® – 4/6/14
7. Celebrity Constellation® – 4/10/14
8. Celebrity Solstice® – 4/11/14
9. Celebrity Summit® – 4/12/14
10. Celebrity Equinox^{SM– 4/14/14}

What types of spa treatments will Canyon Ranch SpaClub offer?

SKIN CARE

 

Medi Peel Facials

 

Optional Facial Enhancements

 

MASSAGE & BODY WORK

 

Massage

Two-by-two Massage

Optional Massage Enhancements

Body Treatments

Treatment Journeys

Conditioning Body Scrubs

Organic Body Wraps

Thermal Therapies

Healthy Feet

 

SALON

 

Hair Services

Manicures

Pedicures

Beauty Essentials

 

FITNESS & HEALTH

 

Exercise & Wellness

Treatments from the East

Acupuncture

Chiropractic   

Wine Tours anyone?

 

                                                                                                                                                             If you have ever traveled with me you know a huge focus is where are we going to eat!
For me everyday had to have as either the primary focus or it can be secondary if we are also touring historical areas as well, is an outstanding foodie experience.

I adore a wonderful location, a place with a story, a great chef, some wine and friends.

Here is a sample of some tours in Europe to dream about.

Tuscany Wine Tour  

This wine tour in Italy is a dream come true for wine lovers, who are looking to taste the famous and greatest wines of Tuscany along with local gourmet specialties. It is a fabulous wine tour week in Tuscany of small vineyards, a hilltop Tuscan towns, and incredible food and wine along the way. The personal connection with the people at all of the places makes the tour even more special.  

Accommodations:You will stay at a historical estate that has been owned by the same family for 9 generations. Located in the peaceful hills of Chianti, the villa is a true wonder of colors and fragrances: The park of oak trees, the typical Italian garden with its fragrant roses and lavender, lemon trees, the garden with its seasonal vegetables, fruits, and its fragrant herbs; hectares of olive groves and vineyards. Due to its privileged position, the villa is the ideal location for discovering Tuscany's many treasures.




How about staying in a Chateaux in France for a few days and having some cooking classes?

Chateaux Vineyards and cooking class – Loire valley

 





 

Chateaux Vineyards and cooking class – Loire valley
The Loire valley is known as the garden of France. It is also known for its architectural heritage, but in particular for its world-famous castles and more particularly its many cultural monuments, which illustrate to an exceptional degree the ideals of the Renaissance and the Age of the Enlightenment on western European thought and design. On December 2, 2000, UNESCO added the central part of the Loire River valley, between Maine and Sully-sur-Loire, to its list of World Heritage Sites.:the commettee said that the Loire Valley is: "an exceptional cultural landscape, of great beauty, comprised of historic cities and villages, great architectural monuments - the Châteaux - and lands that have been cultivated and shaped by centuries of interaction between local populations and their physical environment, in particular the Loire itself."  

 















The Tour Includes:

• 4 nights in Hotel Le Choiseul in Amboise
• Taxi transfer to Amboise, on Day 1
• 4 Breakfasts
• Entrance tickets and guided visit of Chateau de Blois, Cheverny, Chambord, Chenonceau, Amboise and Clos Lucé
• Lunches and drinks included on Day 2 & 3
• Transport in a luxury minivan with an English speaking guide on Day 2 & 3 (you will join a group of 8 people maximum)
• Private tour on Day 4 (Visit and tasting at Max Vauché, goat cheese farm, cooking class and dinner, taxi transfer to your hotel)
• Taxi transfer to Saint Pierre des Corps TGV station on Day 5

The tour does not include: other lunches, dinners, drinks, balloon flights, extras...

 

 

These are just some samples of things we can put together for you all around the world.  Please let us know if you are interested in seeing more food inspired experiences on this blog!

 

 



The Groundhog Says More Winter? Get Yourself to Hawaii Now!

 

Many visitors flock to the tropical destination of Hawaii to enjoy its barefoot luxuries along pristine beaches, bask in idyllic weather, explore its iconic treasures, dine on imaginative dishes, and dance the night away beneath the diamond-filled sky.

A true paradise in every sense of the word, the beauty of the Hawaiian Islands is nothing short of extraordinary, spellbinding tourists with its cultural atmosphere infused by warm people, cuisine and a history worthy of discovery.

For this reason, Hawaii remains one of the United States’ most prized possessions and one the world’s must-see destinations constantly imprinted by the footsteps of adoring fans.
However, visiting this tropical oasis can come at a hefty price, which may even have you consistently dipping into your account to fulfill your vacation dreams.

Here are six ways to get the islands inexpensively and the best bargains to discover hidden beneath Hawaii’s surface.

Travel Agents
As the geniuses of the travel industry, travel professionals are more than prepared to design your Hawaiian itinerary at a cheaper cost. 
They also can provide a wealth of knowledge when finding the best hotels and off-the-beaten-path activities that will not necessarily burn a hole in your wallet.

Nancy at CruiseOne is Certified by the Hawaii Visitor Bureau as a Destination Specialist on all islands.  This includes rigorous online and on island training.  Cultural, Geographic, Properties, Activities.

Traveling during the off-season
Traveling during the off season can de finitely be a money saver for the vacationer. 
It is also a great way to see the beautiful Hawaiian Islands, peacefully away from the flood of tourists overcrowding the hotels and attractions.

Vacation/Tour Packages  -    

We use consolidators, vacation packages and tour packages are ideal for traveler wanting to get to where he/she is going conveniently. We work with all of these and more to sort through the madness, get you the best deals and amenities.  We can also VIP you due to our relationships with the Hotel Managers.

With many package deals like Apple Vacations, FunJet and Blue Sky Tours combine airfare, hotel accommodations, and car rental, in addition to sightseeing adventures for one great price.

Apple Vacations may even include incentives such as free whale watching tickets with each room booked in its preferred hotels.

Blue Sky Tours takes their all-inclusivity to another level with complementary room upgrades, intermediate car rental for four days, and complimentary breakfasts in its participating resorts.

Drive Halfway
What’s the point of paying two airfares to go to one destination?

Driving to Hawaii is out of the question. But, depending on your location it may be less expensive to drive to the destination from where your flight is leaving than catching a connecting flight.

Book your Hawaiian vacation in advance
Booking your vacation in months ahead is a great way to score cheaper tickets than organizing your trip a month or two in advance.

This is because airlines and hotel accommodations offer more availability at a cheaper price and travelers are not required to pay extra for plane fuel fees as well as other extra add-ons.
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Book your Hawaiian vacation same day as travel
Waiting until the last minute is certainly a risk-taker but it can be a risk worth taking.
If a flight is not full to capacity, travelers may be offered a cheaper ticket to travel last minute.

You may want to rethink doing this during busy travel seasons for running the risk of getting stranded or being turned away.

Article by Cheres Weekes - edited by Nancy Real

Contact us at 866.566.6677 or nreal@cruiseone.com

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Experience Top Chef at Sea, exclusively on Celebrity Cruises

Experience Top Chef at Sea, exclusively on Celebrity Cruises®

Prepare for a vacation that will thrill your inner chef’testant.

We’re excited to announce our partnership with Bravo and their Emmy Award winning television show—Top Chef. It’s a match made in… well, the kitchen—and the results of pairing our culinary expertise with their culinary savoir faire are simply mouthwatering. Our new program is called Top Chef At Sea, and beginning in July of this year, you can step aboard any of our ships* and discover new ways to thrill your palate, master culinary skills, and take your vacation to the next tantalizing level.

To create our Top Chef At Sea program, we blended Top Chef-inspired activities and flavors into an already extensive culinary experience. Step aboard and be wowed with Quickfire Challenges that put you in the spotlight where you’ll feel the pressure the chef’testants experience on the show. Plus, indulge in some of the dishes the judges raved about on the show at our Top Chef Night in the main restaurant, where we’ll feature a wide selection dishes, from appetizers to desserts, that were big hits on the show—all for your discerning palate.

 

 

And for our dedicated foodies, we’re introducing four Top Chef Signature Sailings, where you’ll be joined by some of the show’s most popular and talented chef’testants. Rub shoulders with the chefs and sample some of their creations at special Meet & Eat gatherings (featuring hors d’oeuvres prepared from the chefs’ recipes) on vacations in Bermuda, Alaska, Europe, and the Caribbean. With as many as four chefs per sailing, you’ll have the opportunity to get the low-down on what it was like to be on the show and find out what they have in store next.

On board, your chefs will give demonstrations, lead private cooking classes, join you for special dinners in one of our specialty restaurants, participate with you in Quickfire Challenges, and be featured in the main restaurant during Top Chef Night, where they’ll hobnob with you and your fellow guests as you enjoy dishes that carry their seal of approval.

This year, we’re tempting your taste buds, honing your skills, and putting you to the test on a journey with a culinary focus that will have your inner chef’testant jumping for joy. And, as always, that’s just a taste of all the extraordinary experiences we have in store for you on a modern, upscale vacation that will leave you completely restored and renewed—and hungry for more. 

Top Chef at Sea FAQs

What is "Top Chef at Sea"?

 

An exclusive licensing partnership between Celebrity Cruises and Bravo’s "Top Chef," and Emmy® Award-winning culinary competition series consisting of four theme cruises spotlighting former "Top Chef" chef’testants (3 - 4 per cruise) with a variety of exclusive events all hosted by the chef’testants on that sailing, as well Top Chef-inspired experiences on all Celebrity sailings (minus XP ) departing July 2014 - June 2015.

 

When are the four theme cruises?

 

1. Celebrity Summit – July 2 7, 2014 – 7N Bermuda cruise
2. Celebrity Solstice – August 15, 2014 – 7N Alaska cruise
3. Celebrity Infinity – September 19, 2014 – 12N France & Iberian Discovery cruise
4. Celebrity Reflection – November 15, 2014 – 7N Eastern Caribbean cruise

What programming will occur on the f our theme cruises?

 

1. Cooking demonstrations -- at least two per sailing per chef -- complimentary
2. The show’s famous Quickfire challenges – at least two per sailing – complimentary
3. Top Chef-inspired menu in the main restaurant once per cruise
4. Private cooking classes – at least one per sailing per chef – f or a fee (Price- COMING SOON)
5. Chef-hosted specialty dining dinners – at least one per sailing per chef – for a fee (Price- COMING SOON)
6. Other exclusive complimentary events

When will the chef ’testants for the four theme cruises be announced?

 

We hope to have the full line-up available by early March.

 

 

What programming will occur on the non-theme cruises ?

 On all Celebrity cruises (minus XP) sailing between July 2014 – June 2015, guests will be able to enjoy Quickfire challenges and a Top Chef-inspired menu in the main restaurant, both complimentary.
contact us for more details and extra amenities.
866.566.6677 - www.realworldtravels.com - nreal@cruiseone.com

Royal Caribbean - CruiseOne offers

Royal Caribbean has some amazing offers right now and CruiseOne just made it better!

We can book you an ocean view, upgrade you to a balcony, pay your gratuities and give you OBC.

For the next 3 days - Thru Thursday, February 6th we will PAY YOUR GRATUITIES along with very good Royal Caribbean offers during their WOW sale.

The promotion is applicable to the following:

·         All new reservations made between February 4^th  and February 6^th

·         Sailing 5 or more nights

·         Applicable to ocean-view and above

·         Departing between March 1^st and September 30, 2014

 

 

Combinable with this offer is:  FREE Upgrade from an Oceanview room to a Balcony

Free Upgrade - from an Ocean View to a Balcony for Allure, Freedom, Independence, Jewel, Navigator, and Oasis 6-8 night Caribbean Sailings

AND

 

Book between January 1 - February 28, 2014 on any 6-night or longer sailing departing March - December 2014 and receive up to $400 in Onboard Credit.

 

Suites $300 per stateroom

Balcony $150 per stateroom

Ocean View $75 per stateroom

 

Bonus.... Book a Europe Sailing and add $100 onboard credit to each of the above.

Excludes Quantum of the Seas sailings.

 

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Other Royal Caribbean Offers:

 

 

 

SHIP SAIL DATE ITINERARY

  
 

Adventure of the Seas® April 20, 2014 Miami to Southampton

Adventure of the Seas® November 2, 2014 Southampton to San Juan

Brilliance of theSeas® August 31, 2014 Harwich to Boston

Independence of the Seas® May 4, 2014 Ft. Lauderdale to Southampton

Liberty of the Seas® May 1, 2014 Ft. Lauderdale to Barcelona

Liberty of the Seas® October 26, 2014 Barcelona to Ft. Lauderdale

Oasis of the Seas® September 1, 2014 Ft. Lauderdale to Barcelona

Oasis of the Seas® October 15, 2014 Southampton to Ft. Lauderdale

Serenade of the Seas® April 26, 2014 New Orleans to Barcelona

Serenade of the Seas® November 6, 2014 Barcelona to New Orleans