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evolutionary processes still in progress. The region made room for the development of a large number of flora
and fauna that do not exist anywhere else in the world, making the Galapagos an extraordinary place of global importance for the common heritage of humanity. The public venues onboard are all designed to ensure you are always a glance away from this phenomenal scenery. The outward-facing concept can be experienced throughout the vessel.
Despite all the technology and concentrated focus on the destination, there’s another vital element Celebrity took into consideration in the design of Celebrity Flora
— you. Celebrity knows modern explorers have high expectations when it comes to traveling in comfort,
and it set its sights on exceeding every expectation to create a contemporary experience that stayed true to the destination experience.
Celebrity Flora transports travelers in all-suite accommodations featuring oversized bathrooms perfect for post-adventure refreshing. These modern retreats bring the outside in through Celebrity’s signature outward-facing layouts and heralded Infinite Verandas. New to the Galapagos Islands is the Infinite Veranda,
a key transformational element. This game changer virtually blurs the boundary between inside and outside living space and takes your entire room to the water’s edge with the touch of a button. This brilliant innovation gives you luxurious, open-air access to the sea—
and the Islands whenever you wish. Celebrity Flora’s
two Penthouse Suites are the most luxurious in the Galapagos, with up to 1,288 total square feet, separate indoor and outdoor living areas, customizable lighting and shades, and a telescope for stargazing or sea lion- peeping. Guests also can find relaxation in Royal Suites, Ultimate Sky Suites with Infinite Veranda, Premium Sky Suites with Infinite Veranda and Sky Suites with Veranda.
Yes, Celebrity wanted to design a ship that would provide guests the most immersive destination experience ever, in the most comfortable and luxurious ship ever to sail in the Galapagos Islands, but it also
wanted to ensure that it continues to further its position on educating and protecting the islands and the pristine water around them.
As previously stated, the Galapagos Islands are one
of the unique archipelagos in the world, and Celebrity’s passionate focus on the importance of the environment is ongoing. So, as the first ship ever designed for a destination, Celebrity wanted to ensure that Celebrity Flora was built with every state-of-the-art option and latest technology to make her one of the eco-friendliest and environmentally safe ships sailing on the planet. To reduce Celebrity Flora’s carbon footprint, Celebrity has designed her for increased energy efficiency and the reduction of emissions. Specially designed diesel engines allow Celebrity Flora to operate with a 15% reduction
of fuel consumption and equivalently less air emissions. Another reason Celebrity Flora will be unique in the Galapagos — she’s the first ship of its size to have solar panels on Deck 7 to supplement electricity supply, which also helps reduce emissions.
Celebrity has made the Galapagos vacation packages all inclusive, making the trip as convenient, relaxing,
and memorable as possible. Discover the extraordinary creatures of the Galapagos Islands — in the remarkable creature comforts of Celebrity Flora.
Explore the Galapagos with AAA Travel and Celebrity Cruises. Contact your AAA Hudson Valley Travel Agent and learn about your member-exclusive benefits. Call 518-426-1000 or email booktravel@aaahv.com.
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