Celestyal Cruises returns to year-round cruising and adds Thessaloniki port to itinerary

Celestyal Cruises, the award-winning, number one choice for cruise travelers to the Greek Islands and the Eastern Mediterranean on October 11 announced its return to cruising on March 14, 2022, with its unique offering of three- and four-night cruises followed by seven-night sailings on April 30. Celestyal, one of the only cruise lines to consistently call upon Turkey, will also return to visiting Kusadasi when it sets sail in March and adds Thessaloniki, the second-largest city in Greece, to its popular seven-night Idyllic Aegean Itinerary. All 2022 and 2023 sailings with all-inclusive pricing start as low as $489, per person, and are currently bookable.
Destination-Enrichment Continues; Highlights Include Thessaloniki, Milos, and Kavala
While Celestyal has always offered its guests the marquis destinations such as Mykonos and Santorini, the cruise line has also earned a reputation for being a “trailblazer” in taking travelers to more of the unexplored side of Greece as well as staying longer in port to allow deeper exploration than what is typically offered by other lines visiting Greece. This will continue once again in 2022. On Celestyal’s popular seven-night Idyllic Itinerary, starting in April, Celestyal will sail to Thessaloniki. Celestyal is the only cruise line calling on a regular basis to the historic city of Thessaloniki. The city offers guests stunning Paleo Christian and Byzantine monuments, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, monuments to the famed Alexander the Great, and the chance to explore the city’s rich Roman and Sephardic Jewish heritage. Thessaloniki is also known as a gastronomic paradise, sitting at the crossroads for trade and drawing upon ingredients from all over the Mediterranean and Asia, which are served in the city’s renowned tavernas. Thessaloniki serves as the gateway to Northern Greece and nearby Balkan drive markets. As Greece’s second-largest city, Thessaloniki also offers robust airlift with competitive airfares to and from Northern and Western Europe, thus making cruising and Celestyal more accessible and affordable for these markets.
Celestyal will also return to the less-discovered island of Milos, which was recently named the “World’s Best Island” by Travel + Leisure magazine and is an island traditionally not visited by most other cruise lines sailing larger ships. In the coming year, Celestyal will also extend its time in port in Milos from a half-day to an entire day. Additionally, this itinerary calls upon Mykonos, Santorini, Crete, Rhodes, and Kusadasi (Turkey). All-inclusive pricing on the seven-night Idyllic Itinerary starts at $1,019 per person.
Celestyal’s Eclectic Itinerary includes Kavala, the northern, centuries-old Greek port city on the Thracian Sea, often referred to as the “blue city” due to its crystal-clear coastal waters and legendary scenic sea views from the Bay of Kavala, with a picturesque historic town unfolding high atop the triangular Panagia peninsula. This charming old town is comprised of a mosaic of winding lanes of red-tiled houses and a Byzantine fortress known as the Kastro. Just nine miles from the center of the old town is the ancient city of Philippi, home to the first Christian church in Europe. Philippi became an important early Christian center following a visit to the city by Paul the Apostle in 49 CE. This itinerary also calls upon Thessaloniki, Santorini, Volos, and Istanbul. The “Eclectic Itinerary” also offers the option to embark and disembark in Istanbul, offering additional air connection options. All-inclusive pricing on the seven-night “Eclectic itinerary” starts at $1,019 per person.
Celestyal Brings Back Three Continents Itinerary;
Introduces New Christmas and New Year’s “Holy Land” Cruises
The end of 2022 will see the return of Celestyal’s Three Continents seven-night itinerary, last operated in late 2019, calling on Greece, Turkey, Israel, Egypt, and Cyprus. This will be followed by two, exclusive holiday sailings, the ten-night Christmas special sailing calling on Thessaloniki, Izmir (Turkey), Rhodes, Limassol (Cyprus), Alexandria (Egypt), and an overnight visit to Haifa (Israel) to spend both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in the Holy Land, and the eight-night New Year’s sailing with visits to Heraklion, Santorini, Volos, Kusadasi (Turkey) along with an overnight stay in Istanbul, to take in the New Year’s Eve fireworks. This sailing is priced at $1,299 per person. Both sailings can be combined for an amazing, 18-night holiday event covering the whole of the Eastern Mediterranean starting at $2,399 per person.
“This past summer thanks to the dedication and hard work of Celestyal’s crew, we were able to demonstrate our ability to safely return to cruising. We are optimistic that our destination-centric itineraries to undiscovered and exciting destinations will continue to be well-received by our core audience, which is ‘travelers’ by nature. Our confidence is supported by strong levels of interest, inquiry and bookings already for these itineraries next year and into 2023, which has been the catalyst to returning to year-round cruising,” said Celestyal’s Chief Commercial Officer Leslie Peden.
For more information, visit: https://celestyal.com/us/.
Read more at thenationalherald.com
RELATED TOPICS: Greece, Greek tourism news, Tourism in Greece, Greek islands, Hotels in Greece, Travel to Greece, Greek destinations, Greek travel market, Greek tourism statistics, Greek tourism report
Photo Source: Wikimedia Commons License: CC-BY-SA Copyright: Luis Elizondo
- 1) Chinese head of OLP: Piraeus port a significant international hub in all areas of activities
- 2) A third of the world’s cruise vessels to visit Greece this year
- 3) Celebrity Cruises launches new Greek shore excursions collection
- 4) Warm welcome to the first cruise ship arrived at Ayia Napa's Marina in Cyprus
08/08 14:12
Greek Tourism Minister: This year sector proved that is Greece's heavy industry
07/08 13:57
28 lighthouses to open for the public in Greece on August 21
04/08 14:16
Protection and recording of rare biodiversity of 20 archaeological sites in Greece
03/08 23:18
Restoration works to historic Syntagma square of Athens almost completed
03/08 23:10
Greek Tourism Minister meets Ambassadors of Sweden and Norway
03/08 19:13
Greek Prime Minister says record tourism money can’t buffer country’s economic slide
03/08 14:07
Samos Young Artists Festival at Pythagorio Ancient Theatre on August 7-13
03/08 13:21
Greece offers Saudi Prince royal treatment: 350 limos and Athens Acropolis tour
02/08 23:26
Greece records 122,230 new Covid-19 cases and 355 fatalities on July 25-31
02/08 09:50
British Museum offers only to loan Athens Parthenon marbles to Greece
02/08 09:37
UNWTO: Global tourism consolidates strong recovery amidst growing challenges
02/08 09:29
Culture Minister: At least 16,000 people visit Athens Acropolis daily this summer
01/08 20:54
Medical Tourism: Personal Doctor platform opens in Greece on Monday
01/08 09:47
Undated wreck of exploded ship found off Kythnos island in Greece
29/07 14:02
Spain imposes minimum spending for Non-European Union tourists
29/07 00:38
Greek government announces subsidy programme for purchase of e-vehicles
28/07 23:32
Media: Electric aircraft to revolutionize travel and protect ecosystem in Greece (video)
28/07 19:23
Impressive copy of Aphrodite of Milos statue revealed on the Greek Island
28/07 18:40
Greek island of Corfu hosts Prince Edward and British royals
28/07 17:20
German Foreign Minister: Greece one of our closest partners in Europe
28/07 12:28
7th International Documentary Film Festival 2022 'Beyond Borders' on Castellorizo island
28/07 11:49
10th consequent Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award for Athens Walking Tours
28/07 00:46
UNWTO sets out shared goals and opportunities for sector in Paraguay
28/07 00:26
IATA: States progress towards long term aspirational goal on aviation emissions
28/07 00:15
Sinking averted: Grounded luxury yacht safely anchored in Greek island of Mykonos (videos)
28/07 00:13
Greece and Saudi Arabia ink 16 business deals in Athens on Wednesday
28/07 00:02
Bank of Greece: Higher tourism receipts in 2022 to lead to improved economic growth
27/07 23:48
Travel Market Report: Why shoulder season is the next big tourist trend
27/07 14:20
Fewer asylum seekers but more refugee arrivals up in Greece during June 2022
27/07 00:08
26/07 17:18
Greece records 136,077 new Covid-19 cases and for July 18-24
26/07 15:23
Signing of business deals between Greek and Saudi companies on Wednesday
25/07 21:15
Special climate envoy addresses meeting on 'Our Ocean - Greece 2024' in Athens
25/07 17:08
Athens metro stations to close on selected dates this summer
25/07 15:50
Authentic Marathon Swim | Swimmers from 14 countries supported North Evia
25/07 14:23
Wildfires contained on the Greek island of Lesvos and Ilia prefecture
23/07 00:43
International Air Transport Association issues statement on Dublin Airport charges
23/07 00:09
'Saristra' festival returns to the Greek island of Kefalonia on July 29-31
22/07 21:58
Four-month-old roe deer, named 'Emilios' rescued in Xanthi of Northern Greece
22/07 19:53
Media: Furor in Greece over plan invading protected environmental Natura sites
22/07 15:49
22/07 15:06
Greece's Thessaloniki Urban Transport staff continue mobilisations during August
21/07 21:53
21/07 20:50
21/07 19:40
Media report: Greece rakes in tax and tourist receipts but won’t cut food tax
21/07 18:33
Minister: Duration of Greek passports doubled from five years to ten
21/07 17:44
Greek government adopts 12 measures for fire-stricken households and firms
20/07 23:11
Cyprus Agriculture Minister welcomes win-win deal on halloumi cheese
20/07 19:26
European Union sanctions against Russia push Greece’s fur business toward end
20/07 19:22
AP: Fire subsides in Penteli but reaches people’s yards in Megara of Greece (video)
20/07 17:22
Molecular tests against COVID-19 to record possible mutation at five Greek airports
20/07 14:07
Bus routes changed due to destructive fires in Attica Region
20/07 10:34
Sick air traffic controller draws attention to shortages at smaller airports in Greece
19/07 21:02
Dozens of international celebrities choose Greece again for vacations this year (video)
19/07 19:22
Medical Tourism: Greek parliament approves assistive reproduction bill
19/07 18:21
Greece records 148,435 new Covid-19 cases between July 11-17
19/07 18:13
Organic olives and olive oil from Sparta in Greece studied by American universities
19/07 16:17
US Ambassador to Athens visits Greek village of Diplatanos Thermou
18/07 09:39
Very high risk of fire again on Monday in five Greek regions including Attica
17/07 21:48
Prime Minister: Greece and France stand united against global climate crisis
16/07 13:25
Government: Greece in 12 countries worldwide with full legal equality of women and men
16/07 13:01
IATA: Canadian government urgently needs to remove COVID-19 travel restrictions
16/07 11:34
Greek FinMin pressures banks and servicers for more private debt settlement deals
16/07 10:21
Tourist swept out to sea in Northern Greece saved by holding beachball
15/07 22:35
Village of Melabes in Rethimno of Greece evacuated as widlfire approaches
15/07 21:35
Tourism statistics inform United Nations reports on sustainable development
14/07 23:20
IATA: Premature return to pre-pandemic slot rules risks prolonged disruption
14/07 21:42
"Wolf of Wall Street" Jordan Belfort parties in Greek island of Mykonos
14/07 14:14
14/07 00:12
Thousands of olive trees donated to restore groves of Ancient Olympia in Greece
13/07 20:14
13/07 20:05
Young tourists surprised to meet Greek Prime Minister at Athens International Airport
13/07 16:51
High risk of fire forecast in five Greek regions on Thursday
13/07 14:30
13/07 11:43
OAG survey: U.S. travel demand remains strong for 2022 despite inflation
13/07 09:55
Greek Minister discusses natural gas contingency plan with US Ambassador
12/07 22:37
12/07 21:50
Greece records 13,623 new Covid-19 cases per 1 million people in July 4-10
12/07 21:00
Greek parliament approves amendment to cap profit margins in home appliances
12/07 00:20
UNWTO: Advancing safe mobility for stronger travel sector recovery
11/07 21:32
American ethnomusicologist Christopher C. King receives honorary Greek citizenship
11/07 21:15
11/07 15:19
The first Japanese park of the Greek capital of Athens opens its gates
10/07 21:28
Chinese head of OLP: Piraeus port a significant international hub in all areas of activities
10/07 19:35
Greece records 13,306 new Covid-19 cases and 28 fatalities on Sunday
10/07 18:32
Media report: “Most contagious” COVID-19 wave sweeping across Greece
10/07 16:23
AP report: On Greece’s Santorini, 13 cloistered nuns pray for Mankind
10/07 14:18
08/07 22:53
08/07 22:42
UNWTO chief: Young people must be active participants in tourism sector restart
08/07 00:24
Global air cargo buoyed by easing of Omicron restrictions in China during May
07/07 17:51
18,297 Covid-19 cases and 28 fatalities recorded in Greece infections on Thursday
07/07 15:43
Severe weather forecast issued for Friday and Saturday in parts of Greece
06/07 17:25
Culinary festival 'Taste of Athens' opens its doors on Thursday
05/07 17:29
Peace and international solidarity marked as first Global Youth Tourism Summit ends
05/07 15:47
Greek Shippping Minister urges ferry passengers to wear protective masks
05/07 14:21
Passenger traffic in Athens International Airport approaching 2019 levels in June
05/07 12:36
Conde Nast Traveller: Patmos and Lipsi an enchanting experience for tourists
04/07 17:24
Campaign for Athens metro and tram reminds passengers that masks stay mandatory
04/07 17:17
Didier Drogba connects sport and tourism in UNWTO Youth Summit mastercalss
Greek Tourism Minister: This year sector proved that is Greece's heavy industry
28 lighthouses to open for the public in Greece on August 21
Archbishop of Australia on pastoral visit to Adelaide on August 31
Greek Prime Minister says record tourism money can’t buffer country’s economic slide
Australian Embassy's spox notes strong friendship between Greece and Australia
Greek Public Power Corporation's rescue package of €500 million announced
New Athens mayor Kostas Bakoyannis visits Paris to observe city's sanitation methods
Investments on agenda of Greek and French leaders meeting on Thursday
Professor Ioannis Lianos nominated for Competition Committee chief in Greece
First submerged high-voltage cable to boost Green Energy use in Greece
Protection and recording of rare biodiversity of 20 archaeological sites in Greece
AP report: Pilots Union announces dates for British Airways strikes
British Museum offers only to loan Athens Parthenon marbles to Greece
Restoration works to historic Syntagma square of Athens almost completed
Greece offers Saudi Prince royal treatment: 350 limos and Athens Acropolis tour
Greece records 122,230 new Covid-19 cases and 355 fatalities on July 25-31
Greek PM receives head of US House Appropriations Committe Nita Lowey
Greek Tourism Minister meets Ambassadors of Sweden and Norway
Samos Young Artists Festival at Pythagorio Ancient Theatre on August 7-13
Greek coast guard intervened in 208 incidents with 5,608 foreign nationals in July
Qatar Sheikh Tamim Bin Al Thani's ultra-luxury yacht in Greek island of Skiathos
The secret natural wonders of Nemouta village in Southern Greece
New tender by central government for Athens and Thessaloniki bus systems