Holidaymakers in search of both polar expedition sailing and warm water exploration in an ultra-luxury environment need look no further than Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours with the countdown to the arrival of its latest ultra-luxury Discovery Yacht, Scenic Eclipse II, now on.
It’s less than two months until the 228-person yacht departs on its debut sailing – an 11-day ‘Incredible Iberian Discovery’, cruising from Lisbon to Barcelona, departing on 12 April – before the new Discovery Yacht embarks on a summer season exploring the Mediterranean, Iceland and Scotland.
With just a handful of suites left in its inaugural season, those booking a 2023 yacht cruise onboard Scenic Eclipse II before 30 March can enjoy free business class flights and savings of up to £2,000 per person.
As the exterior painting of Scenic Eclipse II has finished, and the yacht leaves Dry Dock for the final stages of interior fitting and completion, new details on several exciting enhancements have been announced by Scenic’s owners Glen and Karen Moroney. Enhancements include:
· Scenic Eclipse II’s reimagined Sky Deck boasts 270-degree views and a brand-new Sky Bar with indoor and outdoor seating. Along with six private cabanas, the Sky Deck is the perfect space to enjoy the stunning views with a drink in hand
· A large, oval-shaped Vitality Pool on the Sky Deck comes in at 8.9m (29ft) by 3.5m (11.5ft). Swim jets offer guests the ability to swim ‘laps,’ and glass panels surrounding the pool and nearby stairs have been raised higher to block any wind and maximize guest comfort.
· Both ultra-luxury yachts host the expansive 550m² (5,920ft²) Senses Spa with some added features on Scenic Eclipse II. In addition to the dedicated male and female wellness areas appointed with therapy rooms, saunas, steam room, temperature-controlled plunge pools, relaxation lounges, a manicure/pedicure studio, and outdoor terrace, found on both yachts, The Senses Spa on Scenic Eclipse II has an expanded steam room to accommodate aromatherapy, an integrated ice fountain and experience showers. A new KLAFS custom salt therapy lounge with heated beds and aromatherapy scents is designed to benefit mind, body and soul. Both yachts feature the only dedicated Yoga and Pilates studio on ships of their size.
· Due to the success of the state-of-the-art KLAFS Infrared chairs on Scenic Eclipse, designed to relieve back pain and encourage muscle relaxation, an expanded dedicated infrared ‘ocean view' lounge with colour light therapy to energize and reinvigorate skin cells has also been introduced into the wellness area on board Scenic Eclipse II.
· Food on board the Scenic Eclipse fleet is a true highlight with 10 dining experiences set to impress the most discerning palate. Scenic Epicure has always been popular, showcasing dedicated cooking master classes and tasting events with on board chefs, and Scenic Eclipse II offers a new layout for a more immersive guest experience. Instead of individual stations, the newly named Chef’s Garden @ Epicure features a dining and presentation table able to accommodate up to 14 standing or seven seated guests, making a great space for groups and VIP gatherings, or even closed-door private dining. A hydroponic herb garden is just one of the elements making this venue special on both Scenic Eclipse yachts.
With the introduction of Scenic Eclipse II, the ultra-luxury cruise operator will sail to over 50 countries across all seven continents in 2023.
Highlights of the 2023/24 programme include:
· The launch of a dedicated Japan season made up of new itineraries and Enrich experiences across the Land of the Rising Sun. New itineraries include the 12-day Cultural Wonders of Japan voyage, the 12-day Iconic Japan: Sacred Cultures & Natures voyage, and the 22-day Japan & the Aleutian Islands voyage. New ports of call include the Port of Shimizu, a beautiful harbour where Mount Fuji dominates the horizon. Prices start from £9,535 and include free business class flights when booking before 30 March 2023.
· A new 14-day Highlights of Greenland & Iceland voyage, on which guests will chart the borders of the Arctic and witness the most unspoilt, spectacular scenery in the world. This cruise takes guests from Copenhagen to Tromso and visits the frozen coastline of the world’s largest island, Greenland, and the incredible fjords of Iceland along the way. Prices start from £11,393 and include free business class flights when booking before 30 March 2023.
All Scenic Eclipse voyages are truly all-inclusive, meaning guests can leave their wallet in a safe place and relax, knowing everything is taken care of. Internal flights, transfers, fine dining experiences, premium branded beverages and once in-a-lifetime immersive excursions are all included in the fare.
