LUX Autumn 2018

LUXLIFE MAGAZINE | 59 Autumn 2018 They have the best chefs and the best ingredients with over 300 chefs working in the galleys to ensure the bread is baked daily, and the drinks are chilled to perfection. Ultimately, a cruise onboard Celebrity Reflection is an escape from the everyday – a taste of true luxury. After a day of fun-filled activities, the cabins offer the perfect way to relax and revitalise. Indeed, most of the ship’s staterooms have their own private balcony, offering the ideal way to watch the day go by. These rooms represent the absolute epitome of luxury, with a personal butler, access to a VIP lounge, and an additional dining option – the exclusive restaurant Luminae. For those wanting to travel in true style, the staterooms are sure to satiate any desire and every wish. But, let’s not forget the moments off the ship. The cruise has a destination, and the islands are, after all, the purpose of the voyage; an opportunity to explore and become one with culture. This is where Celebrity Cruises come into their own – taking that quintessential celebrity experience and weaving it through the entire adventure. Where other cruises take a hands-off approach, Celebrity organise onshore excursions, plan sunset cruises, guided tours and, my favourite, swimming with turtles. Finally, it would truly be remiss of me to skip over Celebrity Reflection’s use of art. Paintings, photographs and images adorn almost every wall and surface, leaving the indelible impression that the entire ship is one large commemoration to art, to match the craftmanship of the vessel itself. Here, abstract and modern styles collide with the classical and the romantic; bombastic colour catches your eye and demands that you stop, for a moment at least, and contemplate. Despite the sometimes-hectic nature of cruises, Reflection offers something befitting of its name. A respite. A moment (or two) to relax and enjoy the natural – and man- made- beauty on every surface, beyond every window, and upon the horizon. For those looking for more information, or to book your luxury cruise, visit www. celebritycruises.co.uk