Celebrity Cruises' Handpicked Holidays - As Recommended By The Experts!

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When you’re looking to book a premium cruise with the award-winning Celebrity Cruises, the choice can be a little bit daunting.

How do you know which of the beautiful ships to choose or which itinerary offers the most excitement when there are so many incredible options?

Well, there’s good news – Celebrity Cruises has a range of Handpicked Holidays available to highlight some of the best cruises to book.

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What Are Handpicked Holidays?

Celebrity Cruises’ Handpicked Holidays are a selection of cruise itineraries that have been carefully chosen and are worthy of being highlighted.

Some are picked by the expert team at the cruise line, while others are selected by its respected partners – regardless, you know that these recommendations are coming from seasoned travellers who really know their stuff.

The cruise line regularly releases a new list of cherry-picked cruise itineraries featuring the best tours, the most beautiful destinations, and a host of other insider tips to help you get the best out of your cruise holiday.

With these recommendations, you’re sure to have an incredible cruise escape with memories that will last a lifetime.

Who Are The Experts?

Here are some of the experts that Celebrity Cruises has turned to for their recent Handpicked Holidays:

Lisa Lehr

Lisa Lehr is the Head of Entertainment for Celebrity Cruises, and so of course she always recommends visiting the ship’s theatre when you’re onboard! She loves both the Mediterranean and Caribbean, including Perfect Day at CocoCay – the private island owned by the Royal Caribbean Group (parent company of Celebrity Cruises).

Monica Galetti

Monica Galetti is a world-renowned chef. She is the proprietor of Mere in London and a judge on the BBC TV show MasterChef: The Professionals. She has sailed with Celebrity Cruises previously and says that Italy and the Adriatic Sea stole her heart.

Giles Hawke

Giles is the Vice President and Managing Director for EMEA for Celebrity Cruises, and despite only joining the cruise line last year, he has a lot of experience enjoying the cruise line. He loves the newest ships, having sailed on Celebrity Ascent for her naming ceremony, and he also highly recommends the Celebrity Apex cruises from Southampton.

Dimitrios & Tasos Kafetzis

Dimitrios and Tasos are brothers and the co-Captains of Celebrity Ascent, the newest ship in the Celebrity Cruises fleet. Having been born in Piraeus near Athens, they are strong advocates for cruises in the Mediterranean and around the Greek Islands.

Handpicked Holidays With Celebrity Cruises

Here’s a look at some of the cruise itineraries that the experts have chosen:

Best of Italy & Croatia – Chosen By Monica Galetti

3rd May 2024 | 10 nights | Celebrity Constellation

This cruise is packed with amazing destinations throughout Italy and Croatia.

For breathtaking vistas of the Dalmatian Coast, you can embark on a fishing boat excursion to the nearby oyster and mussel beds, and savor Dubrovnik’s finest seafood delights.

Or, if you enjoy fine wines, make a pit stop at Winery Dabovic, just a short journey from Kotor.

Upon returning to the ship, don’t miss the opportunity to visit the ice-topped Martini Bar, where endless combinations await, along with the theatrics of the talented and passionate bartenders.

St Maarten, San Juan & Perfect Day – Chosen By Lisa Lehr

16th November 2024 | 7 nights | Celebrity Apex

Enjoy the highlights of the Caribbean on this cruise, including the Bacardi headquarters tour in San Juan – perfect for rum fans.

There’s also Perfect Day at CocoCay, which is another highlight – head to the Thrill Waterpark or relax on the beach with cabana hire.

The ship has a lot to offer too, including the amazing food at Eden and the stunning Rockumentary show where you can vote for your favourite band.

Spain, Portugal and Mediterranean – Chosen by Giles Hawke

3rd August 2024 | 13 nights | Celebrity Apex

Set sail on a relaxing cruise from Southampton without the hassle of flying. On this cruise, you’ll get to experience all the wonders of Porto, with a river cruise offering a unique perspective on the city (plus, it ends at a wine cellar – not a bad way to wrap up the day).

Onto Lisbon, there are exciting tram rides and the amazing aquarium, but Giles’ biggest recommendation is Sintra, the World Heritage Site.

Plus, you’ll get to visit Ibiza and see the less infamous side of this beautiful location, including the picturesque old town, while dining on delicious local seafood.

Best of Greece – Chosen By Dimitrios & Tasos Kefetzis

8th June 2024 | 7 nights | Celebrity Infinity

Beautiful sea view at Santorini — Santorini

The Captain brothers love some of the destinations you’ll visit on this cruise, including the amazing crystal-clear waters of Perivolos beach in Santorini. They also recommend the Super Paradise and Kalo Livadi beaches on Mykonos, too.

However if it’s seafood you want, they want you to know that the best food is in their hometown of Piraeus, so make time to enjoy it around your excursions to Athens!

And if you’re looking for fun dining experiences, they recommend Le Petit Chef onboard, with the combination of fine dining and a unique animated experience.

Final Word

These are just some of the cruise itineraries that the Celebrity Cruises experts have handpicked for you – it’s worth checking them all out, because there are some fantastic options available.

Just make sure you get your place booked quickly – thanks to the passionate recommendations, they are sure to sell out, and you don’t want to feel like you’ve missed your chance.