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• Scenic announces new 2024-2025 cruises aboard ships Eclipse 1 and Eclipse 2
• Superyacht Scenic Eclipse II started the Maiden Voyage from Lisbon to Barcelona
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With furnishings crafted from sustainable materials, the lounge is the central location for daily trivia hosted by the entertainment staff, as well as the meeting point for daily excursions, which are organized by color groups. Scenic Eclipse II does have a few additions that separate it from its predecessor, all of which make the ship more appealing when it's sailing in warm weather climates, such as the Mediterranean, the Caribbean or Australia's Kimberley region. Deck 10 now has a large heated plunge pool, as well as an a bunny pad sun lounging area, large cabana-style sun beds and new attractive Sky Bar. We found we didn't use this area all that much on our Arctic Greenland cruise, but it does make Scenic Eclipse II a more viable option when it's not at the poles. Here, our guests can store their polar boots as well as prepare for kayak and stand-up paddleboard excursions. Innovative design and ultra-luxury spaces define the experience on board The World’s First Discovery Yachts.

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I’d pretty much sail anywhere on Scenic Eclipse, even if the itinerary leaned more cultural than expedition. Reservations are needed for Night Market@Koko’s, where just eight guests sit at a teppanyaki grill while a chef prepares night market-influenced plates with Asian, Indian, or Middle Eastern flavors. Yes, please keep me updated with the latest special offers, travel inspiration, product updates and event invites.

Scenic announces new 2024-2025 cruises aboard ships Eclipse 1 and Eclipse 2

Our newest Discovery Yacht, Scenic Eclipse II, has arrived in Australia for a two-year season of ultra-luxury voyages. When you choose to apply (and are approved) for a new credit card through our site, we may receive compensation from our partners, and this may impact how or where these products appear. Please view our advertising policy and product review methodology for more information. However, the folks handling land-based logistics dropped the ball again when a member of our travel party, who requested wheelchair assistance in advance, had no chair and no attendant waiting for him when we landed in Oslo. Then raised their hands to complain that they emailed customer service with various questions prior to sailing but received no response.

Superyacht Scenic Eclipse II started the Maiden Voyage from Lisbon to Barcelona

Other cabin flourishes include a surplus of outlets and USB ports for charging, as well as bathrobes, umbrellas and binoculars for use during the sailing. My butler — yes, every cabin has one — also got into the habit of bringing me daily treats like bowls of potato chips or plates of cheese. In line with the rest of the ship, the cabins on Scenic Eclipse are ritzy but somewhat dark. Most of the time, that wasn't a problem for me, as it created a feeling of calm. A vegetarian travel companion commented that she was impressed with the selection for people who don't eat meat at all, grateful that it extended beyond merely steamed vegetables and French fries. As a somewhat picky eater, I'm not a fan of certain types of meat and was worried I'd be hard-pressed to enjoy some of the restaurants on the ship.

We never felt like we were missing out, however, and all restaurants do have nice views. Scenic Eclipse's Super Earlybird bookings received up to 20% discounts. Prices started from ~USD 1000 per day per passenger (with double occupancy). For December 2021, Scenic planned a unique itinerary for the luxurious yacht Eclipse providing customers with the opportunity to view the total solar eclipse in Antarctica's archipelago South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands on December 4, 2021. The one-in-a-life-time total solar eclipse is only able to be viewed within a 50-mile land radius during an eclipse event.

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Developed to offer adventure cruising in an upscale atmosphere, the ship looks and feels more like a luxury yacht than a cruise ship -- that's by design. The company took its cue from yachts, aiming to provide passengers a personal luxury experience. The result is a ship that feels like a boutique hotel, with large spaces for entertainment and intimate spaces to steal away for some private moments. Butlers attend to all passengers, fetching cocktails, making dinner reservations, and handling just about every request, whether for onboard or ashore.

My butler did all the right butler things, like bringing morning coffee (although I could use my Illy machine) and restocking my complimentary minibar with vodka. Sun deck jacuzzis offer guests another area to relax, as well as spacious bars and lounges. The yacht carries 228 guests (restricted to 200 in Polar regions) in 114 all-veranda suites. It carries a crew of 172 for normal regions and 182 for Polar regions.

Listed prices may have blackout dates, qualifications or restrictions. To solve the issues, the letter said the line has beefed up its cybersecurity, and is currently working to hire and train additional reservations staff. It wasn't done quickly enough to stave off problems on my sailing, but, hopefully, logistics and communication will improve going forward. He blamed a recent hacking incident, which necessitated a full website rebuild, delaying communications between the line and passengers. Oh, and whatever you do, don't miss the out-of-this-world grape cotton candy from Koko's, which houses two Asian dining options, including a sushi venue that has all of its fish flown in from Japan. Cruise director Amy and her assistant, Pablo, led daily trivia, often with fun twists like musical clues that they sang themselves.

TPG's first look at expedition cruise ship Scenic Eclipse: What I loved and what needs work

Cruise line’s ultra-luxury yacht arrives in Australia for the first time - Sydney Morning Herald

Cruise line’s ultra-luxury yacht arrives in Australia for the first time.

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The Advanced Wastewater Treatment system and highly effective engines reduce emissions, noise and vibrations, reflecting our commitment to minimise the impact on the precious environments we visit. Overall, Scenic Eclipse is a luxurious vessel run by helpful and knowledgeable staff who go above and beyond to make sure passengers have the best time possible. The line has listened to its passengers and made onboard improvements to areas like the buffet, but there are still some quirks to be worked out, particularly in the way of shoreside logistics. Again, just about everything involving the onboard experience was top-notch, so the irritation among passengers quieted until the disembarkation briefing, which was held on the second-to-last night of the cruise. I'm not a big drinker, but with just about all onboard beverages included, it was nice to see a minifridge stocked with soda, beer and other libations.

The expedition ships would use their helicopters to take cruisers to the top of a mountain and allow them to ski back down. There has been no official word yet on when this might be available and whether passengers would need to bring their own gear. However, I was surprised by how Scenic Eclipse made this mundane room feel fancy with its leather seating, simple-but-polished design and orderly cubbies for storing Muck boots, which are provided to passengers for use during sailings. Scenic Eclipse II often goes to regions where the only way on or off the ship is by Zodiac.

Scenic Eclipse I and II will take you on a once-in-a-lifetime journey. From polar regions to the world’s most sought-after warm environments, you’ll travel in 6-star comfort. In August 2020, Scenic Group (shipowner) contracted Viking Crew (part of the Dover UK-based Viking Maritime Group Ltd) as the vessel's crew managing company. Viking Crew is responsible for the Scenic Eclipse 2 yacht's crew recruitment, management, deployment and placement, including officers and staff-crew from the onboard Engine, Hotel and Deck departments.

You can score this itinerary on many ships, ranging from mass-market to boutique ultra-luxe lines. I didn’t see any on my sailing, but I imagine at this luxury level, they’re well-traveled and well-behaved. I’ve been told that while the ship doesn’t offer kids special activities, the crew showers them with special attention. Scenic Eclipse offers 10 complimentary dining choices, including 24-hour in-suite service. I was impressed with the modernness of the sophisticated cuisine and the quality ingredients.

There was also a decanter set that could've been filled with my favorite liquors, had I asked for them. Carafes of water, replenished as they ran low, rounded out the choices. At the reservation-only venues — including French restaurant Lumiere, Koko's Sushi and Night Market teppanyaki, as well as the chef's table (by invitation) — I was able to either find something I liked on the menu or request a vegetarian substitute. At Lumiere, I opted for a fabulous plant-based steak, and before dining at the chef's table, a quick call to the front desk meant my candied foie gras was replaced by an exquisite candied date instead. What might not be immediately apparent is that Scenic Eclipse offers an outsized number of dining options for a ship of this class.

Owner’s penthouse suites are located in a prime position on the ninth deck at the bow of the yacht. Featuring a 125m² area, the suites offer luxury facilities available in both suites and master suites, and also feature a 60m² terrace. Grand panorama suites are located on decks six and eight at the front of the yacht.

The ship has "zero speed stabilizer fins" (50% larger than typical on a similar-sized vessel) allowing it to navigate in rough seas with just little movement. Voyages to Antarctica include passing Drake Passage - a notoriously rough waterway between South America and Antarctica. It’s seldom-seen lands, unrestricted global navigation and state-of-the-art ships allowing a front row seat to nature and culture as it unfolds before your eyes. Scenic Eclipse II features state-of-the-art technology, including customised stabilisers, 50% larger than other ships to provide greater stability, a strengthened hull, forward bow thrusters, and an electronic Azipod propulsion system. GPS Dynamic Positioning assists in maintaining location without dropping anchor onto sensitive seabeds.

For any cruises listed, Cruise Critic does not guarantee any specific rates or prices. Scenic Eclipse II floated out at a shipyard in Croatia in July and is due to make its debut in April of 2023. After Scenic Eclipse II, the line has ordered three additional ships. Its placement in front of the couch isn't ideal because it catches a glare from the overhead lights and the balcony (especially when the midnight sun shines during summer in the Arctic). It's also cleverly hidden inside of a floor-to-ceiling glass mirror, which means it can't be angled to allow for in-bed viewing. The ship's first passengers complained bitterly about this, but the line has yet to correct the problem.