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DreamBreak Cruise: Spend Christmas & New Year’s Down Under

Sydney, New South WalesAustralia

13 Days / 12 Nights
for Member Pricing

DreamBreak Cruise: Spend Christmas & New Year’s Down Under

‘Tis the season to sail away to New Zealand & Australia on a 12-night cruise aboard the Celebrity Solstice®. (This trip does not include a host.)

About Your Trip

Price displayed above is per person based on double occupancy for the inside cabin and does not include US$225.96 in government fees and taxes per person. Upgraded cabin categories are available at an additional cost. Click “Update Price” for final price per person, which includes government fees and taxes.



Escape the everyday with a well-deserved DreamBreak and enjoy your DreamTrips™ Membership a different way — on your own, instead of in a group! Your DreamBreak does not include a host, so you can create your own adventures, your way.

After boarding the Celebrity Solstice in Sydney, Australia, you’ll set off on a picture-perfect 12-night holiday cruise to ports in New Zealand and Australia.

But first, celebrate Christmas Eve and Christmas Day at sea, doing as much — or as little — as you want! Experience magic when you step out onto the top deck — real, manicured grass! — at the world’s only Lawn Club on the water. Feel like a kid again as you play outdoor games, enjoy a picnic or simply feel the grass between your toes. Once hunger strikes, you’ll find plenty of outstanding dining options — from traditional Japanese fare at Sushi on Five to contemporary French and everything in between. Over at Cellar Masters, you can discover new vintages with special wine tastings.

Once you reach New Zealand, you’ll drop anchor in fabulous Picton, a great place to relax with cafes, galleries and restaurants. Then, you’ll head north to Napier, the renowned wine-making region of Hawke’s Bay. Your journey continues to New Zealand’s capital city, Wellington, where you can go for a ride on the historic red cable car or meander around the waterfront. Then it’s onto historic Akaroa on the South Island — known for its colonial architecture — followed by Dunedin. A mecca for food, Dunedin offers everything from Thai and Japanese to some of the freshest seafood you can find. 

On New Year’s Eve, you’ll sail through one of the most picturesque places in the world — Fiordland National Park (Te Wahipounamu), a UNESCO World Heritage site. Get your camera ready for incredible views of snowcapped alpine mountains, forested valleys and glacier-carved fjords as you glide through Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound and Dusty Sound.

After spending 2 more days — including New Year’s Day! — at sea, you’ll make your last stop in Newcastle, Australia’s second-oldest city, before arriving back in Sydney to disembark with memories to last a lifetime!

What we love:

• You can stroll along the attractive Wellington Waterfront (just a 5-minute walk away), home to a bustling scene of restaurants, bars, shops, parks, water sports and more. 
• Around-the-clock onboard entertainment options include comedy shows, live music, dance, theater and more. Looking for something different? Head to Canyon Ranch SpaClub® for a variety of wellness services and treatments, including massage, skin care, a full-service salon and more.
• Your cruise begins and ends in Sydney, home to the Sydney Opera House, Taronga Zoo and the Sydney Harbour Bridge across the world’s largest natural harbor. 
• You can maximize your enjoyment on dry land too! Just download the DreamTrips app to access DreamTrips Local — then earn points on dining, entertainment, spa experiences & more at select port-city spots recommended by DreamTrippers just like you!
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What's Included

Your DreamTrip includes 13 days and 12 nights on a New Zealand and Australia cruise aboard the Celebrity Solstice, as well as:
• Complimentary breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks are provided on board*. Experience fine dining in the 2 main dining rooms, and casual dining at a variety of times and locations throughout the ship. Some dining options, including specialty restaurants, are offered at an additional charge.
• 4 pools and 6 hot tubs.
• Access to an adults-only retreat.
• Access to a spa and fitness center, with treatments and classes at an additional cost.
• Family-friendly programming and activities, including shows, games, contests and enrichment classes.
• Complimentary entertainment in the 10 bars, clubs and lounges on board.
• Access to a casino.
• Onboard Wi-Fi (for an additional charge).
• Duty-free shopping.

*Please note: Non-specialty tea and coffee are included; bottled water, soft drinks, specialty tea and coffee and alcoholic beverages are available at an additional cost.



Transportation

Airfare is not included in the trip price! The closest commercial airport to the port is Sydney Airport (SYD), approximately 8 miles (12 kilometers) away. We highly recommend that you purchase travel insurance for any trip.

Please note: Airport transfers are not included in this trip. Make sure to arrange your own transfers between the airport(s) and the port(s).



This trip will close by July 19.

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Accommodations

Cabin Types
• Inside Cabin
• Balcony Cabin

All cabins feature:
• 24-hour room service.
• Nightly turndown service.
• Celebrity eXhale™ bedding with custom premium mattresses, plush duvets and pillows, and 100% cotton linens.
• Private bathroom with vanity area and hairdryer.
• Interactive flat-screen television.
• Radio.
• Telephone.
• Personal safe for valuables.

Group cabin categories for this cruise are single- and double-occupancy only. Third and fourth guests are available as an upgrade outside the group. See Policies for details.

Availability is limited. Pricing varies by cabin type.

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Itinerary


DAY

PORT

ARRIVE

DEPART

DAY 1

Sydney, Australia

— — —

6:45 p.m.

DAY 2

At Sea

— — —

— — —

DAY 3

At Sea

— — —

— — —

DAY 4

Picton, New Zealand

11 a.m.

8 p.m.

DAY 5

Napier, New Zealand

10 a.m.

6 p.m.

DAY 6

Wellington, New Zealand

8 a.m.

7 p.m.

DAY 7

Akaroa, New Zealand

8 a.m.

 7 p.m.

DAY 8

Dunedin, New Zealand

7:30 a.m.

5 p.m.

DAY 9

Cruising:

· Dusky Sound

· Doubtful Sound

· Milford Sound

8 a.m.

11 a.m.

4 p.m.

9 a.m.

noon

5 p.m.

DAY 10

At Sea

— — —

— — —

DAY 11

At Sea

— — —

— — —

DAY 12

Newcastle, Australia

8 a.m.

5 p.m.

DAY 13

Sydney, Australia

6:30 a.m.

— — —


Itinerary is subject to change. All times are local to the port.

You will be advised of your designated arrival time to the cruise port upon completion of your online check-in. You must arrive at the cruise port no later than 2 hours prior to departure to allow time for the check-in process. Any guest arriving within 60 minutes of the departure time will risk being denied boarding.

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Additional Information

Please contact Travel Support if you have special requests regarding bedding, meals or medical needs, or any other questions about this trip.

Please note: At the time of booking, you will see a page with your order number and trip cost. This is your confirmation. Please retain and bring this information with you on your trip.

After your booking is confirmed, you may also receive a pre-check-in email.

Gratuities are not included and average — per person per day — US$14.50 in Standard cabins; US$15 in Concierge Class and AquaClass® cabins; and US$18 in Suite Class cabins. Gratuities are subject to change.

Don’t forget to check out DT Local on the DreamTrips app for suggestions from our membership community on participating restaurants, spas, entertainment options and other activities near your arrival or departure ports.
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Terms and Conditions

Cancellation Policy*: This trip is non-refundable from the time of booking.

*This cancellation policy is subject to rules and regulations in applicable jurisdictions in which our travel supplier is based. Therefore, in the event of conflict between the cancellation policy displayed here and cancellation terms in supplier booking terms, the provisions of the booking terms will prevail.

Name changes are not allowed. Requested name changes are considered a cancellation and will require re-booking, if space is still available.

No changes of any kind are allowed within 30 days of sailing.

Members can’t combine DreamTrips Points. Your membership level determines the maximum amount of DreamTrips Points you can use. If you have more than 50 Rovia Bucks, you can apply them in the checkout process.

Platinum Inclusions and Other Onboard Credits (if applicable)
• Onboard credit will be applied to your onboard cabin account when your bill is reconciled.
• Onboard credits and/or discounts cannot be converted to cash, and any not used during your stay will expire immediately upon your disembarkation of the ship. Member is responsible for paying any taxes that may be added to items purchased with onboard credit.

In the unfortunate event that an activity or excursion is no longer available, we will substitute a similar activity of equal or greater value.

Make sure that your passport and visa, if applicable, are up-to-date before you leave! It’s important to double check that you have all the identification and other documentation required by the specific country you’re traveling to. In many countries, passports and visas must be valid for 6 months or longer after the trip end date. If you are unable to obtain the required identification and other documentation, the Cancellation Policy for this DreamTrip will apply.

Each individual, including each child, who is coming along with you on your DreamTrip cruise is required to have a booking prior to the commencement of the trip. If you do not book and pay for each such person in advance of the trip, such person will not be permitted to board the ship.

Pricing for children is based on their age at the time of travel and may be subject to additional terms and conditions of the cruise line. Also, pricing for children can vary, and may be higher than pricing for adults. Therefore, before you book any travel, please check the relevant cruise line website for applicable terms and conditions as well as details regarding their pricing structure.

Cruise line information:
• Final cabin category and location are at the total discretion of the cruise line and may result in an obstructed view.
• Group cabin categories for this cruise are single- and double-occupancy only. Third and fourth guests are available as an upgrade outside the group. Upgrades are at the discretion of the cruise line, based on availability, and would entail an upgrade charge.
Please note: Members must be at least 21 years old to book a cruise. Age is determined at the time of travel.
• Members are limited to only 1 cabin unless booking for guests ages 20 and younger.
• Expectant mothers are prohibited from traveling on this trip if pregnancy is 23 weeks or longer on date of travel. Penalties will apply if cancellation is required.
• Bonus offer(s) direct from the cruise line may apply at time of booking, subject to DreamTrips Specialist approval. All Cruise Line offers are based on availability, subject to change, and not guaranteed through DreamTrips. Promotions may not be combinable with all fares.
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