One of the many discoveries I made on my first cruise was the pure excitement of waking up in a new destination every day! Italy and the Adriatic stole my heart many years ago,so I would highly recommend immersing yourselves in this beautiful coastline and discovering some hidden gems. I also love Norway and its delicious seafood and what better way toexperience than from Celebrity Apex where you can almost touch the majestic waterfalls from the Magic Carpet.
Italian Riviera & France | Celebrity Ascent | 9 Nights | 27 April 2024
A real highlight is the Fragonard Parfumerie, which you’ll find in the charming medieval village of Èze.
One not to miss out on is the Carrara Marble Tour in La Spezia where you can sample the unique Italian delicacy ‘Lardo di Colonnata’; a cold cut that’s cured in Carrara marble basins.
Finally, in Naples, I recommend the Chef’s Market Discoveries which will take you on a Gastronomic tour of Sorrento to meet artisan producers of Limoncello, olive oil and mozzarella cheese.
You’ll taste local delicacies for lunch and then enjoy a sumptuous chef-hosted dinner back on board.
Best of Italy & Croatia | Celebrity Constellation | 10 Nights | 3 May 2024
There’s no better way to experience some of Croatia’s most scenic waterways on an action-packed canoe ride through the Zrmanja and Krupa rivers in Zadar.
If it’s award-winning wines you’re after, I’d stop off at the Winery Dabovic, a short trip from Kotor.
For spectacular views of the Dalmatian Coast, take a fishing boat to the local oyster and mussel beds and tuck into Dubrovnik’s best seafood.
Back on board, head to ice-topped Martini Bar where the combinations are endless, and the bartender’s high-energy show is unmissable.
Norwegian Fjords | Celebrity Apex | 7 Nights | 16 August 2024
If you want to sample some outstanding local dishes and see the sights, you can’t beat the Taste of Stavanger walking tour around the bustling town centre.
For unique views of the Seven Sisters and Bridal Veil waterfalls, you can explore Geiranger’s fjord by kayak.
Or if you’d rather someone else did the work, hop on the ‘RIB Island Safari’ for an exciting trip spotting wildlife around the islands of Haugesund.
Get a flavour of each destination from the incredible dishes you’ll discover on board, with many dishes prepared from fresh, locally sourced produce.
