Rarely is traveling to your destination part of the fun anymore. Gone are the days when people referred to travel as “luxurious” or “exciting”. Long lines, traffic, lost bags, flight delays…all of a sudden your fun vacation is more aggravating than relaxing. Unless, that is, you’re lucky enough to be a passenger aboard the Celebrity Reflection® cruise ship.
After enjoying the amazing city of Miami with my cousins Lucy, Jorja, and Celia, we set sail from the Port of Miami on a divine adventure filled with wine, chocolate, amazing company, music, and the beauty of the Caribbean. From start to finish, this trip was the perfect combination of relaxation and excitement.
Along with my cousins, I was lucky to be joined by some of my favorite friends, who happen to specialize in two of my favorite things: wine and chocolate. Shari Fitzpatrick (of Berried in Chocolate) provided the sweet, while Nello Oliver (of Nello Oliver Winery) and John Miller (of MV Miller Winery) provided the savory.
To round up the experience, here are the About Town Deb’s top takeaways from my Celebrity Reflection® cruise. For more information on Celebrity Cruises, visit their website at celebritycruises.com.
Prepare to be Pampered
Everyone wants to feel like royalty on vacation, as though money is no object and the carbs don’t count. When you step foot on a Celebrity cruise ship, you will instantly feel like you are their top priority. The staff is eager to make your stay everything you dreamed it would be and more. Personal cabin attendants cater to your wants and needs, and no detail is left to chance. Your stateroom will be made up and turned down for you daily, you can kick back and watch TV, and enjoy 24-hour room service. Don’t miss the opportunity to spend some time on the deck. Watch the shore get smaller and the waves get bigger as you sail across the sea towards paradise. And don’t bother getting up to refill your drink; someone will be standing by to assist you. You can be sure that the Celebrity staff will work hard to make your experience second to none.
Entertainment for Everyone
Regardless of your age or musical preferences, you will find something to dance to on this ship! Music is everywhere, and with 18 show options, you have no choice but to be entertained. Be sure to see Rock City, a mix of classic and modern rock in a stadium concert venue. I went twice in one night and had a blast at both shows!
If music isn’t what you’re looking for, you can take in IMagic— top notch illusions that will leave you with more questions than answers— or the adult only, fashion forward, fairytale show, Elyria .
No matter what you choose, you won’t believe you can find such amazing entertainment on the sea.
Relax and Reset
For all of the dancing, eating, and socializing, there are just as many opportunities to unwind and take in the moment. Lay on the deck with a book, eat lunch with just the sound of the waves against the ship, or nap in sunshine. Even the busiest body on the ship will appreciate the chance to take in the beauty of the ocean. You can also visit the beautiful spa for a little “you time” and no one would blame you! So don’t feel bad about unplugging for a while and taking in the moment.
Lucy, Jorja, Celia, and I can’t wait for our next cruise! And thanks to the talents of our amazing travel agent, Angie Klinke with Welcome Aboard Travel—always an About Town Deb top pick—we know it will be the most exciting trip yet.
So, join us, along with Leslie McCarroll my partner with Bliss Babe Magazine, our Host and Chocolatier Shari Fitzpatrick, Mike & Melissa Owen of Crystal basin Cellars as we all enjoy wines from both Crystal Basin Cellars and Miraflores Winery, on our next at-sea adventure as we enjoy wine, chocolates, and great company, and explore new adventures together.
For more information, and to book your cruise, visit BlissBabe.com.
