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Celebrity Solstice Ship Facts Occupancy: 2,850 Tonnage: 122,000 Length: 1,033 ft Beam: 121 ft Draught: 27 ft Cruise Speed: 24 kts Inaugural Date: Nov 23, 2008 Celebrity Solstice AquaClass - For those who have entered a spa and never wanted to leave, Celebrity Solstice offers the new AquaClassSM stateroom. Sharing a deck with the AquaSpa® relaxation room, it incorporates select spa elements into the staterooms, allows for specialized access to spa amenities, and features assigned seating at the healthfully delicious Blu. This is an entirely new class and concept of accommodations for Celebrity. The layout of these cabins is identical to that of Concierge, Sunset Veranda and Deluxe Ocean View staterooms (about 192 sq feet, 53 sq foot verandah). The difference is in privileges and amenities. Located on Deck 11 near the AquaSpa, these rooms include an expanded assemblage of spa-oriented cosmetics, gels and bath amenities, upgraded linens, including a selection from the “pillow menu”, Frette robes and slippers, complimentary bottled water, a daily carafe of flavor infused iced tea, canapés, and access to an exclusive room service menu of salads, whole grains and healthy dining choices. Concierge Class Staterooms – Additional amenities such as – a full breakfast room service menu, nightly canapés, and complimentary welcome aboard Champagne. Similar to the AquaSpa cabins – Egyptian cotton oversized bath towels, Hansgrohe massaging showerhead and Frette robes. Priority check in, luggage delivery, embarkation and debarkation. Lawn Club There's absolutely nothing like it. A freshly manicured lawn on the highest deck of Celebrity Solstice. This is The Lawn Club. Enjoy casual outdoor activities in a decidedly Country Club atmosphere, and let the grass between your toes take you places no cruise has gone before. Cellar Masters Inspired by the vineyards of Napa Valley, Cellarmasters brings to life the experience of a global wine tour while you learn about and taste a large variety of wines from around the world. A welcoming and unique on board environment, you'll discover new wines, receive recommendations and enrich your knowledge of the world of wine. Grand Epernay Dining Room The magnificent and luxurious main dining room of Celebrity Solstice. With a two-story glass wine tower and dazzling chandeliers, this quintessential dining area has a decidedly Hollywood aura. Serving savory World & Continental cuisine, complete with Celebrity's famed European-style service. Celebrity Central For an evening of lively, spontaneous entertainment, the versatile Celebrity Central is the perfect destination. Catch a late night comedy show, live musical performances, or a great movie in a comfortable, casual atmosphere. Murano Restaurant Prepare to indulge in a savory multi-course meal featuring a blend of Classic and Modern continental cuisines. A superb wine list accentuates your experience. Tuscan Grille Restaurant The ultimate grill experience at sea is what you'll find at Tuscan Grille, our sophisticated steakhouse and specialty restaurant. Savor fine Italian wines and panoramic views along with your Caesar salad, made tableside. Silk Harvest Restaurant Enjoy the cuisines of Vietnam, Thailand, Japan, China and India, served family-style, with built-in lazy-Susans and small plates perfect for sharing. Blu Restaurant This specialty restaurant is the exclusive dining venue for all AquaClassSM guests, serving healthy fare in a sophisticated and soothing atmosphere. Sky Observation Lounge Don't look back, look forward and be amazed by the breathtaking views in our ultimate observation lounge. The floor to ceiling windows will captivate and the expansive space will please you as you relax in the comfy seating all around. The lounge is versatile and can be transformed to suit any occasion. Solstice is the first of a new class of five vessels to be launched through 2012. Solstice’s style blossoms from the root of its name – “sol” meaning “sun”. The sun plays an important role for the ship, nurturing the most unique feature of this ship – a full half acre of lush living grass. Called the “Lawn Club” this area features bocce courts, a putting course and the Hot Glass Show – where passengers can sit surrounded by the grass of the Lawn Club and watch a master from the Corning Museum of Glass practicing his/her art, with a second artist providing commentary. Many dining choices – Main dining room 3 specialty dinner restaurants, a restaurant reserved exclusively for passengers in Aqua Class staterooms, a crepe and panini bistro, a lido buffet with specialty stations, a poolside grill, a spa cuisine buffet and grill, and a coffee bar and gelateria. 10 restaurants total – 6 are open for breakfast, 5 for lunch and 7 for dinner.