‘Get Ready’ Series

GET READY #2 FOR BOTTI AT SEA '25!

Botti at Sea '25 sails in just 6 months and, trust us, Embarkation Day comes quickly! Our Get Ready process began in June with the first email to you in the Get Ready series. A copy of that email may be found on Botti at Sea website under Booked Guests.

This second email provides you with your Celebrity Cruises’ Reservation Number which enables you to access your Pre-Cruise Planner and to make purchases and reservations that you will utilize onboard. Doing this now will save you time and, in some instances, money.

Please note that your Celebrity Cruises’ Reservation Number is different from your Jazz Cruises' Reservation Number. The first is your key to interacting with the ship, the Celebrity Summit. The second is your reference when contacting Jazz Cruises about the details of your reservation. Jazz Cruises is here to assist you with managing stateroom selections, payment plan modifications and dining/show time specifics. Likewise, our focus is concentrated on the music and entertainment programming for sailing.

This email should provide all of the information you need, but, should have you any questions, please contact our office by phone (888-852-9987) or email ([email protected]) with any questions you may have. It is our job to make your cruise amazing.

Michael Lazaroff
Executive Director, Jazz Cruises, LLC

 

CELEBRITY CRUISES' PRE-CRUISE PLANNER IS NOW OPEN FOR BOOKING

Guest Name(s): See reservation confirmation
Celebrity Cruises' Reservation Number: See reservation confirmation

With the issuance of your Celebrity Cruises’ Reservation Number, guests on Botti at Sea '25 may now begin purchasing a variety of onboard amenities before even boarding the ship, including Internet Plans, Beverage Packages, Shore Excursions, Specialty Dining, Spa Treatments, Photo Packages and more through Celebrity Cruises’ Pre-Cruise Planner.

 

SPECIAL DISCOUNTS FOR JAZZ CRUISES' GUESTS AND A BRAND NEW SPECIALTY RESTAURANT

Jazz Cruises and Celebrity Cruises have worked together to offer special discounts on Beverage and Wi-Fi Packages for those guests who complete their purchases BEFORE sailing. These discounts (noted below) will expire on February 1, 2025 and require no special procedure as they are loaded into Celebrity’s Pre-Cruise Planner.

These packages will also be available to purchase onboard the cruise, however prices may be higher and completing the process will take time away from your vacation. Jazz Cruises recommends completing this process now so that you can relax and enjoy music without missing a beat.

The first night in Tuscan Grille and Jazz Cruises’ Chops House (in Blu) both feature a special price for our Jazz Cruises’ guests who book prior to the cruise in Celebrity’s Pre-Cruise Planner. Be sure to reserve your spot soon, as availability is limited!

 

INTRODUCING "THE BIG EASY" - A JAZZ CRUISES' THEMED RESTAURANT 

As many of our guests know, each year we try to create new and exciting twists on the cruise for our guests to enjoy. Two years ago, we created Jazz Cruises’ Chops House, which continues to be the most popular Specialty Restaurant onboard (located in Blu). Guests who wish to book a reservation in Jazz Cruises’ Chops House may make a reservation in the Blu restaurant in Celebrity’s Pre-Cruise Planner.

This year, we are adding The Big Easy - A Jazz Cruises’ Themed Restaurant to the Specialty Dining offerings. Not only is New Orleans the home to great jazz, it is also home to excellent cuisine and some of North America’s very best restaurants. Our team has spent the last few months working closely with Celebrity Cruises to create a menu that is going to make you feel like you are in the heart of the French Quarter.

The Big Easy will operate in Le Petit Chef at Qsine each evening, replacing the Le Petit Chef menu. Those wishing to book The Big Easy may do so on Celebrity’s Pre-Cruise Planner by booking a reservation in Le Petit Chef. Though the special name and menu are not reflected in the booking platform, it will operate as The Big Easy while we are onboard.

You can take a look at the menu HERE.

 

LET'S GET STARTED ACCESSING YOUR PRE-CRUISE PLANNER
  • Click here to access Celebrity Cruises' Pre-Cruise Planner.
    • Select Create An Account if it is your first time using this platform.
    • Select Sign In if you have utilized Celebrity Cruises’ Pre-Cruise Planner or checked-in online for a previous sailing.
  • ​​​​​​​Click Plan My Cruise to view and begin your Celebrity Cruises' purchases.

Your Celebrity Cruises’ Reservation Number is also needed to complete your online check-in procedure which will be available 45 days prior to sailing. We will notify you when the Celebrity Cruises' online check-in process opens.

 

CELEBRITY CRUISES' PRE-CRUISE PLANNER QUESTIONS

Celebrity Cruises has a dedicated team to assist with any questions that you might have on their Pre-Cruise Planner. They can be reached at 844-278-9746.

 

STAY TUNED FOR MORE CRUISE INFORMATION

We will continue to provide you with more information to help you prepare for Botti at Sea '25 in the coming weeks and months. This will include everything from how you board the ship, theme nights, showtimes and much more. In the meantime, we highly suggest reviewing our Booked Guests portal on the website.

GET READY #3 FOR BOTTI AT SEA '25

Ready to Get Ready? Here you find the 3rd letter in Jazz Cruises’ Get Ready series preparing you for sailing on Botti at Sea ’25. If you missed either of the first two letters, or wish to refer to them again, copies may be found on the Botti at Sea ’25 website in the Booked Guests portal.

Earlier we informed you of important information about documentation and other technical and procedural aspects of boarding the ship and sailing. This letter is simply about food! Don’t we all know that cruises are famous for providing tons of food? That is a joke, of course, but, on our Celebrity Summit, not only will the food be abundant, it will be wonderful and your choices of what, when and where to eat are plentiful as well.

As is the case for all cruise activities, it is important to understand your choices before you board the ship. Ready to take a culinary tour of Botti at Sea ’25?

Bon Appetit!

Michael Lazaroff
Executive Director, Jazz Cruises, LLC

BOTTI AT SEA '25 DINING SCHEDULE

Celebrity Cruises is consistently recognized for the quality of its dining experiences and food service. Dining choices on the ship are divided between Included Dining and Specialty Dining Restaurants. The variety of options should encourage you to try new foods and preparations. If you are not pleased with any aspect of your meal, you can freely and easily make another choice. This is part of the cruise experience!

Being able to enjoy dining on the ship, particularly the evening meal, is an important element of the programming of Botti at Sea '25. To enable our guests to dine in a leisurely and enjoyable manner without missing the fabulous entertainment, virtually no live music will be presented from 5:00 PM–6:00 PM each night.

This is not a suggestion to complete your evening meal in that time frame, but it does provide a period during which you may begin a meal, have a drink, and enjoy yourself before engaging in the special music that evening.

YOUR DINING CHOICES

Included Dining

“Included Dining” are the restaurants and dining experiences that are part of the price of your reservation. Celebrity Cruises offers many different restaurants and dining experiences under the Included Dining program.

  • The Cosmopolitan Restaurant (Main Dining Room). The Cosmopolitan Restaurant is a two-deck grand dining room with one side being entirely glass allowing for breathtaking views of the seas and brilliant lighting. Recently refurbished, The Cosmopolitan Restaurant serves a full breakfast every morning and a beautiful dinner every night. Lunch is also available on Days at Sea.Breakfasts include your choice of entrees including omelets, Eggs Benedict, pancakes, waffles and all the meats, bread products and pastries that accompany a full breakfast.For lunch, you may choose from an array of healthy options as well as the daily pasta, specialty hamburgers and soups.The entrees for dinner are different every night, but each menu includes fish, meat, chicken and vegetarian selections. If you prefer, there are entrees, such as steak and salmon, that are offered every night. Wonderful appetizers, salads, soups and a stunning array of desserts are also included for you.
  • Ocean View Café. Located on the pool deck, the Ocean View Café is more than a station-by-station self-serve restaurant. The options are endless and the entrees and offerings mirror that of the Main Dining Room in most cases. The Ocean View Café serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, afternoon snacks, dinner and late-night fare. Pizza, pasta, sandwiches and sweets are available until the wee hours for those jazz fans looking to wind down after an evening of music. There is seating inside the Ocean View Café or just outside of the Aft portion, also known as The Sunset Bar. Don’t tell anyone, but having a drink during sunset at The Sunset Bar is one of the most memorable aspects of any cruise.
  • Pool Grill. The name says it all. You can almost smell the hamburgers, hot dogs, fries and fixings that are part of the daily fare. As you might expect, those fun foods taste even better when you are on the ship. For Botti at Sea '25, we sometimes open the Pool Grill later in the evening as well and it can serve as a locale for some special events.
  • Spa Café and Juice Bar. Located in the Solarium on the forward section of the Pool Deck, as the name suggests, healthy and organic foods are offered for breakfast and lunch here. The offerings are beautiful to look at and you can learn what every ingredient is, how the item is prepared and what the caloric and nutritional counts are.

Specialty Restaurants

Looking for a special dining experience, a place to celebrate or just something different? Celebrity Cruises offers an array of themed restaurants that (for an upcharge) offer items not generally offered in the Included Dining venues, as well as an atmosphere and aura consistent with the concept of the venue.

  • Tuscan Grille. Italian fare with a modern twist has been the mission of Tuscan Grille from its inception. Perhaps the most well-known and beloved restaurant concept of Celebrity Cruises, it is the perfect place for those with hearty appetites and discerning palates. For guests who act quickly, there’s a special discount available on Celebrity’s Pre-Cruise Planner for reservations made for the first night of the cruise February 4, 2025) at Tuscan Grille. This offer is limited and reservations are filling up fast, so we recommend booking as soon as possible to secure this exclusive deal.
  • Sushi on Five. Another very popular alternative restaurant, offering Pan-Asian Cuisine every afternoon and evening (a la carte pricing). Carryout meals are offered and make a great takeaway for dining on a veranda or outside deck.
  • The Big Easy - A Jazz Cruises’ Themed Restaurant. Located on Deck 11 Midship, Qsine offers a stunning setting for dinner. While Qsine typically hosts Le Petit Chef during regular Celebrity Summit cruises, we transform the space into "The Big Easy" for our voyages. Immerse yourself in a delightful array of flavors inspired by the vibrant cuisine of New Orleans. (For more information, see below.)
  • Luminae. Looking for a quiet place to enjoy a truly gourmet dinner in an elegant and stylish setting? Luminae is your choice. The menu is limited with a change in selections daily. We at Jazz Cruises highly recommend that you enjoy at least one dinner in Luminae.
  • Jazz Cruises’ Chops House. Jazz Cruises’ Chops House, a traditional steakhouse concept initiated by Jazz Cruises, returns for the '25 sailing season. Open each evening in Blu Restaurant, Jazz Cruises' Chops House will feature all your favorite steakhouse classics. (For more information, see below.)

Reservations for any of these Specialty Restaurants can be made online via Celebrity Cruises’ Pre-Cruise Planner. To access your Pre-Cruise Planner, simply login to your Celebrity Cruises Account and start making plans.

Celebrity Cruises has a dedicated team to assist with any questions that you may have on your Account or Pre-Cruise Planner. They can be reached at 1-844-278-9746.

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: JAZZ CRUISES CHOPS HOUSE

In 2023, Jazz Cruises’ worked with Celebrity Cruises to bring our guests Jazz Cruises’ Chops House, a traditional steakhouse with many favorite dishes that you’ve come to expect in a classic steakhouse. We were only able to operate this concept on three nights during our ’23 sailings and the restaurant was fully booked from open to close. Due to the overwhelming popularity of Jazz Cruises’ Chops House, we moved the concept to Blu Restaurant for the ’24 sailings to accommodate more guests in the restaurant each evening.

For the ‘25 sailings, Jazz Cruises’ Chops House will once again operate each evening in Blu Restaurant (Deck 5, Aft). Please note, when booking Jazz Cruises’ Chops House on Celebrity’s Pre-Cruise Planner, you will need to book a reservation in Blu Restaurant, it will unfortunately not indicate Jazz Cruises’ Chops House. While Celebrity’s online system cannot be altered to identify Chops House, rest assured that the menu onboard will reflect the complete Chops House menu. And, for guests who wish to dine at Jazz Cruises’ Chops House on the first night of the cruise, there is a special discount available on Celebrity’s Pre-Cruise Planner. This offer is limited and reservations are filling quickly, so we recommend booking as soon as possible to secure this exclusive deal.

Please Note: Blu Restaurant operates as originally programmed for breakfast.

INTRODUCING "THE BIG EASY" – A JAZZ CRUISES' THEMED RESTAURANT

As many of our guests know, Jazz Cruises seeks to create new and exciting concepts for guests to enjoy each year. For our 2025 sailings, we have worked in collaboration with Celebrity Cruises to present The Big Easy – A Jazz Cruises’ Themed Restaurant, located in Qsine. Not only is New Orleans the home to some of the best jazz in the world, it is also home to excellent cuisine and some of North America’s best restaurants. Our team has spent the last few months working closely with Celebrity Cruises to create a menu (available for preview HERE) that is going to make you feel like you are in the heart of the French Quarter.

Please note, The Big Easy will operate in Le Petit Chef at Qsine each evening, replacing the Le Petit Chef menu. Those wishing to book The Big Easy may do so on Celebrity’s Pre-Cruise Planner by booking a reservation in Le Petit Chef. Though the special name and menu are not reflected in the booking platform, it will operate as The Big Easy while we are onboard.

PURCHASING FOOD & BEVERAGE OPTIONS FOR BOTTI AT SEA'25

As discussed in earlier letters, Celebrity Cruises’ “Pre-Cruise Planner” platform is open for guests on Botti at Sea '25, allowing you to book a variety of shipboard amenities including Shore Excursions, Internet Packages, Photo Packages and much more.

This same process will be used to purchase Beverage Packages and make reservations for the various Specialty (Upcharge) Dining choices. For your convenience, your Celebrity Cruises’ Reservation Number and Special Show Seating has been listed below.

Guest Name(s):  See Reservation Confirmation
Special Show Seating: See Reservation Confirmation
Celebrity Cruises' Reservation Number: See Reservation Confirmation

EVENING DINING AT THE COSMOPOLITAN RESTAURANT

As stated above, The Cosmopolitan Restaurant (Decks 4 & 5) is the Main Dining Room for Included Dining. The Cosmopolitan Restaurant is open each evening from 5:15 PM–8:30 PM and operates as both an open seating venue and by reservation. Most guests will enjoy dinner in The Cosmopolitan Restaurant several times during the week. With this level of attendance, we have special dining procedures just for The Cosmopolitan Restaurant.

Open Seating

Except on Special Dining nights (see below), you may enter The Cosmopolitan Restaurant at any time from 5:15 PM-8:30 PM and be served.

Special Dining Nights
Guests in Open Seating of The Cosmopolitan Restaurant (Deck 4) will proceed to the dining room in accordance with their “BLUE” or “RED” show designation. This selection was made at the time of your reservation and will be reflected in the background color of your Cruise Identification Card which will be at the door of your stateroom upon boarding the ship.

Guests with BLUE Cruise Identification Cards will attend the 1st Main Show which usually runs from 5:15 PM-7:15 PM. Following the conclusion of their show, guests may either proceed to The Cosmopolitan Restaurant for a 7:30 PM entry or pause to have a drink or enjoy one of the shows around the ship, thus avoiding peak traffic time entering the restaurant. Entry to The Cosmopolitan Restaurant is open until 8:30 PM.

Guests with RED Cruise Identification Cards will attend the 2nd Main Show each night. Guests with RED Cruise Identification Cards may enter the dining room between 5:15 PM–6:00 PM. To prepare the restaurant for guests attending the 1st Main Show, we ask that guests adjourn from the restaurant no later than 7:15 PM. The 2nd Main Show will start at 8:45 PM.

 
Reservations at the Cosmopolitan Restaurant

As stated above, dinner reservations are NOT required for dining at The Cosmopolitan Restaurant but it is the best way to avoid waiting to be assigned a table each night. We also recognize that some of our guests prefer to dine at the same time and table, and with the same passengers and waiter each evening. Reserving a table in advance allows you to do this.

To secure a reservation and to register the names of your dining group, if applicable, email us at [email protected] and provide the guest names and desired time (5:15 PM for RED Cruise Identification Card Holders or 7:30 PM for BLUE Cruise Identification Card Holders) for your dining group.

There is no charge for reserving a table and dining time, we just ask that you make your request prior to December 18, 2024.

ROOM SERVICE

Room Service is always available. Order Cards for breakfast are placed in your stateroom and, if completed by 11:00 PM the evening before, your breakfast will be delivered as ordered. A complete Room Service menu is available in every stateroom and most entrees served in the main dining room are available as well. The cost for using Room Service is $9.95 per order (excluding guests in Suites).

For many guests, breakfast delivered by room service is an integral part of the cruise experience and Celebrity Cruises executes the program very well. Yet, in our opinion, we believe that guests will enjoy their meal more when dining in one of the venues. The distance from the kitchen to the staterooms and the number of orders on one delivery cart can be significant, resulting in time gaps between plating and delivery that often adversely impact the quality and temperature of most food items.

DIETARY CONSIDERATIONS 

Celebrity Cruises endeavors to address special considerations of its guests and are accustomed to accommodating special dietary restrictions within their normal operating menus (i.e. vegetarian, gluten free, etc.). If you have additional special dietary considerations, you will need to discuss these needs with the Celebrity Cruises Access Department at 1-866-592-7225 or [email protected]. Please submit your requests no later than November 18, 2024.

STAY TUNED

We will continue to provide more information to help you prepare for Botti at Sea ’25 in the coming weeks and months. This will include everything from how you board the ship, Theme Nights and show times to Online Check-In. In the meantime, we highly suggest reviewing our Booked Guests portal on the website. We’re getting ready and we trust you are too!

GET READY #4 FOR BOTTI AT SEA '25

We're excited to bring you the 4th update in our “Get Ready” email as we gear up for Botti at Seat '25! We are eager to welcome you onboard Botti at Sea ‘25. If you missed any of the first three letters, or wish to refer to them again, copies may be found on the Chris Botti at Sea ‘25 website HERE.

To date we have talked about the details of your reservation, how you access and make purchases in your Celebrity Cruises Pre-Cruise Planner and your dining choices for the cruise. I encourage you to read this letter in the series more than once! Here you’ll find details on specific music events, theme nights and shows. Let’s talk music!

Michael Lazaroff 
Executive Director, Jazz Cruises, LLC 

Showtime Information

Since its first sailing in 2001, Jazz Cruises has proudly presented the very best musicians and performers in the world and provided guests with around-the-clock music at sea.

Together with Chris Botti, now hosting his second cruise with us, our tradition of providing the finest musical experience will continue. Below are the components that will make this experience so special.

Music is Presented in Both Main Shows & Festival-Style
Botti at Sea ’25 will present its music and performers in both Main Show and Festival Style formats.

Nightly Main Shows

  • Two Main Shows Each Night. Each night there will be two Main Shows presented in The Theatre. That venue comfortably holds 50% of our guests, so Guests are divided into two groups for attending the Main Shows. Guests with BLUE Cruise Identification Cards (BLUE Guests) will attend the 1st Main Show, which usually starts around 5:15 PM each night. Guests with RED Cruise Identification Cards (RED Guests) will attend the 2nd Main Show, which usually starts around 8:45 PM each night.
  • BLUE or RED. The election of being a RED Guest or a BLUE Guest was made by the Guest upon completing their reservation and is reflected in either a BLUE or RED background on their Cruise Identification Card.
  • Dinner. The Main Show Schedule is meant to be coordinated with the evening dining schedule. BLUE Guests usually dine after their Main Show and RED Guests typically dine before their Main Show.
  • Main Show. Every Main Show is performed twice, once for BLUE Guests and once for RED Each Guest will be able to see all seven Main Shows.
  • Seating Procedure for Main Shows. The general rule for seating is first-come, first-served. To provide fair, safe, and equal access to the events, we do have rules and procedures that all Guests must follow regarding entering The Theatre, saving seats, remaining in your seat for subsequent shows and other similar issues. As we approach the sailing date for Botti at Sea ‘25, we will share with you those rules and procedures.

Festival-Style Shows & Events

  • Multiple Venues. Botti at Sea ‘25 utilizes several venues throughout the ship for music, interviews, parties, game shows and other events. These venues include the Sky Lounge, Rendezvous Lounge, Pool Area, Foyer and we convert the Cosmopolitan Restaurant each night and in the afternoon on Days at Sea into a cabaret-style Jazz club and event center.
  • Festival Style. All shows, interviews, game shows and events on Botti at Sea ’25, even shows presented in The Theatre, other than the Main Shows, are presented “festival-style.” Several shows may take place at any given time. You may elect to attend as few or as many of those shows as you wish.
  • Seating Procedure for all Non-Main Shows. The designation of BLUE Guest and RED Guest only applies to Main Shows. All other shows, interviews, game shows and events are open to all guests and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Again, we will share with you the rules and procedures that govern seating at all shows and events later.

First-Class Sound & Production
Even the most talented performers will not sound their best if the systems and production elements are not first-class. From Jazz Cruises' first sailing in 2001, we have used all available resources and professional abilities to make sure that we were presenting your music in the best possible manner. Our equipment is first class, and we have a large and highly skilled technical staff under the guidance of Production Manager, Brian Rachko.

Recording of Shows
Flash photography and audio/video recording of shows is strictly prohibited. Non-flash photos may be taken provided that doing so does not impair the sightline of any guest or the performance.

Engaging the Performers
One of the joys of Botti at Sea ’25 is the opportunity to interact with the performers. They enjoy this discourse unless they are performing. Please do not engage performers immediately before or after their performances and never do so in a manner that impairs our ability to prepare for their show and any show that follows. Botti at Sea ’25 is operated on a precise time schedule and our team needs full access to the bandstand and the venue before and after each show.

Beyond the Music

Daily/Nightly Themes
Botti at Sea '25 will have a party atmosphere from the moment you board the ship. Part of that spirit is attributable to the amazing daily and nightly themes that we will be celebrating and enjoying.

Tuesday, February 4 – Welcome to Botti at Sea ‘25: On the first night, we say hello to everyone sailing on the cruise with a very special opening show featuring, who else, but Chris Botti.

Wednesday, February 5 – Black & White: By dressing this evening in either Black, White or both, guests salute the universal nature of our music as well as being a fitting tribute to the piano. Plus, it is fun to do so!

Thursday, February 6 – “Celebration!”: From Hall of Fame inductee to Botti at Sea, it’s time for a Kool & the Gang Cozumel Celebration!

Friday, February 7 – Ladies’ Day...and Night!: Typically, our special nod to the ladies is a daytime concept, but since we are At Sea, Ladies’ Day will go into the evening. A fitting tribute for sure.

Saturday, February 8 – "Formal Night": Every cruise should have one night when guests “dress up” a notch, enjoy a special meal and party to the wee hours. Saturday is that day on Botti at Sea ’25. You may consider “evening out” or cocktail attire. Pour the champagne! Order the lobster! This is your night to shine with the stars.

Sunday, February 9 – Super Bowl Sunday/Jersey Night: It’s a full day at sea. We will be balancing the fun with another great night of music and Super Bowl Sunday. For those interested in the game, we have plans for you. There will be ample places to watch the game, feast on Super Bowl food and wear the jersey of your favorite sports team. But, for those wanting more music, that will be our primary focus. A full slate of music, as always.

Monday, February 10 – Thank You!: As we head for Ft. Lauderdale having spent a full week immersed in music and fun, we take time to salute the international reach of music and the shared camaraderie that it provides.

Autographs/Recording Signings
Performers are encouraged to bring recordings onto the cruise for sale in the Jazz Cruises’ store. Those who do so are usually happy to sign the products either informally or at a scheduled signing event. Seeking autographs at a performance venue either immediately before or after a show is discouraged. As we get closer to the cruise sailing dates, we will provide more information about autographs and signings.

Talent-Hosted Events Onboard 
Many of the performers will be participating in scheduled Talent Hosted Events (THEs) during the cruise, such as Wine Tastings, Martini Making and Mixology Classes. These events typically require paid admission, but they are a wonderful way to have a more intimate exchange with the performers. Specific information about THEs, including times, costs, registering procedures and participating musicians will be provided shortly.

Interviews
For many guests, attending the interview of a special performer is one of the highlights of the cruise. To learn more about the individuals performing our music and to understand some of the nuances on their roads to successful careers is a rare treat. On Botti at Sea ’25, these interviews are conducted by either a fellow performer as the host or by industry savvy, Cameron Smith. We have found that the rapport between and among performers and Cameron is special and so, too, are their interviews when it is just them having a conversation.

Game Shows
We can’t promise Let’s Make a Deal or The 10,000 Pyramid, but we can promise laughs, friendly banter and maybe a bit of performance anxiety for our artists who will find themselves in a different position on a main stage. Come on down, see what’s behind door #1, is that your final answer? Join in the fun as some of our performers and guests take part in our Jazz Cruises Game Shows!

Cruise Tips

We frequently get asked the same set of questions about the cruise, so we thought it best to highlight a few of them in this Get Ready letter. For a more extensive list of questions and answers, check out FAQs on the website.

Cruise Attire
To help simplify your packing list, our dress code is Casual Evening Attire for most nights aboard the ship (i.e., slacks, collared shirts, khakis, skirts, dresses, etc.). There is one evening during our cruise, when Upscale Evening Attire is suggested. Suits and sport coats for men, and "evening out" attire for women are appropriate.

Tipping
Other than drink service charges and Specialty Dining, all tips for servers, cabin stewards, etc. have been pre-paid. However, feel free to reward exemplary service with the internationally recognized sign of gratitude: "tipping." Celebrity's standard tipping policy does not apply to this charter.

Smoking
Cigarette, cigar, vape, and pipe smoking is permitted in designated outdoor areas of the ship. Smoking is not permitted in any dining venue, casino, theater, lounge, hallway, elevator, or corridor. This policy includes smoking-like products such as electronic cigarettes. Smoking is not permitted inside any stateroom, nor on any stateroom veranda. If you are in violation of this policy, a cleaning fee of $250 USD will be applied to your onboard account and you may be subject to further action pursuant to the "Consequences Section" of the Guest Conduct Policy. Cigarettes, cigars, and pipe tobacco must be properly disposed of and never thrown overboard.

What Food & Beverage Items May I Bring Onto the Ship?
On Embarkation Day, guests are welcome to hand carry any bottled water, soda, and other non-alcoholic beverages, as well as one bottle of wine (750 ml) per adult of drinking age. Guests are only permitted to bring dry, nonperishable snack food items (cookies, crackers, chips, energy bars, etc.) onboard.

Reminders from Get Ready Letters #1-3

The items below have been presented and discussed in detail in prior Get Ready Letters. Again, past Get Ready Letters may be located under the BOOKED GUESTS tab on the Botti at Sea website.

  • Passport: Locate your Passport and ensure the expiration date is no earlier than 6 months after the disembarkation date of your cruise.
  • Differentiate your Confirmation Numbers: Your Jazz Cruises’ Reservation Number is used when communicating with our office about the details of your reservation, payment plans, T-Shirt sizes and any other aspect of the cruise that Jazz Cruises controls. Your Celebrity Cruises Booking Number is used when you complete your online check-in (45 days before sailing) and for purchases you wish to make before sailing through your Celebrity Cruises Pre-Cruise Planner.
  • Beverage and Internet Packages: Discounts on Beverage and Internet packages are available through February 1, 2025 via your Celebrity Pre-Cruise Planner.
  • Dinner Reservations in Specialty Dining Restaurants: Reservations for any of the Specialty Restaurants can be made online via your Celebrity Cruises Pre-Cruise Planner. Simply login to your Celebrity Pre-Cruise Account to make your purchases.
  • Dinner Reservations in Cosmopolitan Restaurant: Though not required, reservations for the Cosmopolitan Restaurant (Main Dining Room) can be made by emailing [email protected].com no later than December 18, 2024.

Pre-Cruise Hotel and Ground Transportation: Jazz Cruises highly recommends arriving the day before embarkation and joining us at the designated Pre-cruise Hotel, Le Méridien Dania Beach at Fort Lauderdale Airport. You may also consider our ground transportation to the pier for embarkation to add ease of travel. Book your accommodations HERE.

Stay Tuned

We will continue to provide more information to help you prepare for Botti at Sea ’25 in the coming weeks and months. This will include everything from how you board the ship, Theme Nights and show times to Online Check-In. In the meantime, we highly suggest reviewing our Booked Guests portal on the website. We’re getting ready and we trust you are too!

GET READY #5 FOR BOTTI AT SEA '25

It is time for Get Ready #5, the fifth notice in Jazz Cruises' Get Ready series designed to prepare you for your sailing on Botti at Sea '25. The main topic of this letter is to alert our guests requiring special assistance for arrival, boarding, seating and diet as to how they can proceed to learn what resources are available to them and how to “sign up.”

Previous letters addressed the details of your reservation, how you access your Celebrity Cruises Pre-Cruise Planner, your dining choices for the cruise and all the events and shows on the cruise. This letter will focus on a Celebrity Cruises Pre-Cruise Planner reminder, accessible cruising and travel insurance. If you missed any of the first four letters, or wish to refer to them again, copies may be found on Botti at Sea '25 website (www.bottiatsea.com) under the Booked Guests tab.

Keep in mind that we have many resources for you in our Booked Guests tab on the website, and our team is always available to assist with your questions or concerns. We are closer and closer to embarkation day and the excitement is building.

Michael Lazaroff 
Executive Director, Jazz Cruises, LLC

YOUR RESERVATION NUMBERS

GUEST NAME(S): See Reservation Confirmation
JAZZ CRUISES' RESERVATION NUMBER: See Reservation Confirmation
CELEBRITY CRUISES' RESERVATION NUMBER: See Reservation Confirmation

GET READY WEBINAR

Just as the sight of a robin is one of the first signs of Spring, the scheduling of a booked guest webinar is one of the first signs that a sailing is coming soon! Sign up now for the Get Ready Webinar for Botti at Sea ’25 on Tuesday, October 29. The webinar will take place at 4 PM ET on that date and will be conducted by the staff of Jazz Cruises.

During the webinar, we will walk through what steps need to be taken from now through embarkation day (February 4, 2025), share some programming highlights, discuss theme nights and more. Questions of a general nature will be answered in real time and individual issues will be recorded and addressed by our staff immediately after the event.

Why do we present webinars for booked guests? Simple – we want you to enjoy every minute of your cruise and by providing information and suggestions in advance, guests can complete necessary sign ups and plan their cruise time more effectively.

Plus, we love talking to our guests. Sign up and we will be “seeing” you in a few days.

Register for the Get Ready Webinar HERE!

ONBOARD AMENITIES AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE ON CELEBRITY CRUISES' PRE-CRUISE PLANNER

As you know, Celebrity Cruises' Pre-Cruise Planner is now open and you may purchase Shore Excursions, Specialty Dining, Beverage Packages, Spa Treatments, Internet Packages, Photo Packages and more. To see all of the options available and to make purchases, just visit www.celebritycruises.com/booked, sign in or create an account, then choose "Plan My Cruise" to see all available options. Your "Celebrity Cruises' Reservation Number" (listed above) will be required to complete these purchases.

GUESTS REQUIRING SPECIAL ASSISTANCE

Celebrity Cruises makes every effort to make cruising accessible to everyone. Below please find information on assistance options that our guests frequently inquire about.

PIER ASSISTANCE
The Pier Assistance program offers boarding and departure assistance with wheelchairs to guests with mobility issues for you and your traveling companions. Please email Jazz Cruises at [email protected] or call us at 888.852.9987 and a member of our guest services team will add this accommodation to your reservation. Please submit your requests no later than Friday, December 20, 2024.

SCOOTER AND WHEELCHAIR RENTAL
Wheelchairs and scooters are available to rent from several sources and will be delivered to your stateroom before you board. Celebrity Cruises Access Department can assist by providing information for wheelchair and scooter rental companies. If you require mobility aid, please contact the Celebrity Cruises Access Department at 1.866.592.7225 or [email protected]. A representative at this phone number is available Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST.

The following scooter and wheelchair rental services* may also assist with rental needs:

Special Needs at Sea: 800.513.4515 or visit their website here.

Scootaround: 888.441.7575 or visit their website here.

*Please note: If you opt to rent from Scootaround or Special Needs at Sea, you must also contact the Access Department at Celebrity no later than Friday, December 20, 2024 to document the delivery to the ship. 

MAIN SHOW SEATING ASSISTANCE FOR ENTRY (SAFE)
Botti at Sea's onboard accessibility program is designed to allow safe and convenient access (for a guest and one companion) to The Theatre for each evening's main show. Designated SAFE areas will be clearly marked and are reserved for those who require assistance and submit the requested information. By utilizing the SAFE program, you are given an easily accessible seat, typically located near the rear of The Theatre.

The SAFE program is only for nightly Main Stage shows in The Theatre and does not guarantee a seat in all other shows in The Theatre. Click here to complete the SAFE Form no later than December 20, 2024.

Please note: Utilizing SAFE in order to avoid wait time is strictly prohibited. Guests who attempt to misuse this service will be revoked from the program for the duration of the cruise and possible future sailings.

ACCESSIBLE SEATING
Though the SAFE program is available only for the Nightly Main Shows in The Theatre, in each performance venue, Jazz Cruises has established an area where guests may enjoy the shows while remaining on a wheelchair or scooter. Guests may also park their scooter of wheelchair on the outer perimeter of the venues and sit in any of the existing seating areas.

DIETARY CONSIDERATIONS AND MEDICAL NEEDS
If you have special dietary considerations or medical needs (storing medicine or needing distilled water) please discuss these needs with the Celebrity Cruises Access Department at 1.866.592.7225 or [email protected] please submit your requests no later than Friday, December 20, 2024.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance, not only to protect the investment of your Cruise payments, but to cover costs and expenses that may be incurred during the cruise, such as medical or travel emergencies. It is not too late to purchase travel insurance, though guests with pre-existing conditions must do so within 14 days after their deposit is paid.

The benefits of Travel Insurance go far beyond providing basic cancellation coverage. Other benefits can include:

  • Your personal medical plan may not provide complete coverage outside the U.S. and its territories. The Travel Guard Preferred plan gives you $50,000 in accident, sickness, and medical coverage.
  • Work related reason which are state specific (please refer to the link below for your state).
  • Medical emergency/death of an immediate family member or cabinmate.
  • Travel Guard Preferred offers up to $500,000 in medical evacuation coverage if you need to be transported off the ship and to a U.S. hospital.
  • Lost or stolen luggage protection, and personal effects coverage up to $1,000.

Travel Guard also provides many other valuable services. Click Here to review the full details as coverage varies by state and country. To purchase the Preferred Plan or to receive a quote, please call us at 888.852.9987.

REMINDERS FROM GET READY LETTERS #1-4

The items below have been presented and discussed in detail in prior Get Ready Letters. We are repeating them as some are time sensitive and most are important steps for you to take before sailing. Again, past Get Ready Letters may be located under the Booked Guests tab on the Botti at Sea website (www.bottiatsea.com).

  • Passport. Every guest should have a current passport that expires no earlier than 6 months after the disembarkation date of their cruise.
  • Confirmation Numbers. Each guest has two confirmation numbers, one from Jazz Cruises and one from Celebrity Cruises. You can confirm those numbers by reviewing your cruise confirmation. Your Jazz Cruises’ Confirmation Number is used when communicating with our office about the details of your reservation, payment plans, T-Shirt sizes, and any other aspect of the cruise that Jazz Cruises controls. Your Celebrity Cruises' Confirmation Number is used when you complete your online check-in (45 days or so before sailing) and for purchases you wish to make before sailing through your Celebrity Cruises Pre-Cruise Planner.
  • Beverage and Internet Packages. Jazz Cruises and Celebrity Cruises have worked together to offer special discounts on Beverage and Wi-Fi Packages for those guests who complete their purchases BEFORE sailing. These discounts will expire on February 1, 2025. To access the Celebrity Cruises Pre-Cruise Planner, simply login to your Celebrity Pre-Cruise Account to make your purchases.
  • Dinner Reservations in Cosmopolitan Restaurant. Dinner reservations are not required but we recognize that some of our guests prefer to dine at the same time, at the same table, with the same passengers and with the same waiter each evening. To secure a reservation and to register the names of your dining group, if applicable, email us at [email protected] and provide the guest names and desired time (5:15 PM for RED Cruise Identification Card Holders/2nd Show or 7:30 PM for BLUE Cruise Identification Card Holders/1st Show) for your dining group. There is no charge for reserving a table and dining time, we just ask that you make your request prior to December 18, 2024.

Dinner Reservations in Specialty Dining Restaurants. Reservations for any Specialty Restaurant can be made online via Celebrity Cruises Pre-Cruise Planner. Simply login to your Celebrity Cruises Pre-Cruise Planner to make your purchases.

STAY TUNED

We will continue to provide you with more information to help you prepare for Botti at Sea ’25 in the coming weeks and months. In the meantime, we highly suggest reviewing our Booked Guests portal on the website.

GET READY #6 FOR BOTTI AT SEA '25

It is time for Get Ready #6, the sixth notice in Signature Jazz Cruises' Get Ready series designed to prepare you for your sailing on Botti at Sea '25.

Previous letters addressed the details of your reservation, how you access your Celebrity Cruises Pre-Cruise Planner, your dining choices for the cruise, all the events and shows on the cruise, accessible cruising and travel insurance. If you missed any of the first five letters, or wish to refer to them again, copies may be found on Botti at Sea '25 website (www.bottiatsea.com) under the Booked Guests tab.

This note will discuss a variety of subjects, some new and some serving as reminders for important aspects of your cruise.
As part of the Get Ready series, we hosted a Live Webinar just for guests on Botti at Sea ’25 on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at 4 PM ET. It was a lively 90-minute discussion and we enjoyed hearing your questions and I hope that our answers were helpful. If you missed the webinar or wish to have a second look, please click here to access it.

On behalf of everyone at Signature Jazz Cruises and Botti at Sea, we hope you enjoy a lovely and warm Thanksgiving holiday filled with turkey sandwiches and lots of great music.

Michael Lazaroff 
Executive Director, Signature Cruises Experiences

YOUR RESERVATION INFORMATION

GUEST NAME(S): See Reservation Confirmation
SIGNATURE JAZZ CRUISES' RESERVATION NUMBER: See Reservation Confirmation
CELEBRITY CRUISES' RESERVATION NUMBER: See Reservation Confirmation
NIGHTLY MAIN SHOW SEATING: See Reservation Confirmation

SHOW SEATING PROCEDURES

Since its first sailing in 2001, Signature Jazz Cruises, producer of Botti at Sea ’25, has proudly presented the very best Jazz musicians in the world and provided guests with around-the-clock music at sea. Below are the rules that help govern seating in a safe and fair manner onboard.

General Rules and Procedures for Show Seating

  1. Seat selection is on a first come/first served basis.
  2. Guests may “hold” one additional seat for another guest, such hold to expire when the show starts.
  3. Guests may enter and depart a venue as they please and move to another venue or activity. Doing so is called “grazing”.
  4. Upon the conclusion of a performance, guests are urged to depart from the venue allowing ship staff to clean up and production staff to prepare for the next show.
  5. If you wish to remain in that venue for the next performance, you may do so, but you must remain in your seat during the break.
  6. Here, again, you may “hold” one additional seat until the ensuing show begins.
  7. Guests may not “mark” their seats with props or objects seeking to reserve their seats in absentia.


Rules for Nightly Main Shows in The Theatre

On each night of the cruise, Botti at Sea presents a Main Show in The Theatre at 5:15 PM or so (1st Main Show) and another Main Show in The Theatre at 8:45 PM or so (2nd Main Show). For these shows, we divide the guests into two equal groups, with those holding BLUE Cruise Identification Cards going to the 1st Main Show and those with RED Cruise Identification Cards attending the 2nd Main Show. Your designation is noted in Your Reservation Information above and will be reflected in the background color of your Cruise Identification Card.

The shows straddle the dinner hour, so most guests attending the early show dine after their show and those guests attending the second show dine before their show. We will discuss this in more detail later in the note.

Most of the time, the 1st and 2nd Shows present the same performers, but this may vary from time to time. If a particular performance is offered in the 1st Show one night, it will be repeated for guests attending the 2nd Show on another night.

Here are the rules that govern seating for a Nightly Main Show:

  1. Guests may queue up for a show in advance of “doors."
  2. Once doors are open, Guests may proceed into The Theatre in an orderly manner without jumping the line or entering the existing line in any way.
  3. To enter The Theatre, every guest must show that the background color of their Cruise Identification Card matches the show designation.
  4. Once inside, a Guest may select any seat that is (a) available and (b) not otherwise designated as Reserved. (Note: Some guests have qualified for a Reserved Seat for the Nightly Main Show.)
  5. A Guest may reserve one seat immediately adjacent to his/her seat, such hold will expire when the show starts.

Once the show begins, defined as the emcee beginning to speak, any guest may select any available seat regardless of it being reserved or held by a seated guest.

CLEAR LUGGAGE TAG OPTIONS

On January 5, 2025 (30 days prior to Embarkation Day for Botti at Sea '25), you will have the ability to access and print your Celebrity Cruises’ luggage tags within the Online Check-In process. This is an important step to take as it ensures the timely and safe delivery of your luggage to your stateroom. While printing the provided tags is simple, over the years we have found that they are not very durable. As such, we recommend not attaching them to your luggage until you’ve arrived in the Ft. Lauderdale area.

Alternatively, you may wish to purchase these reusable clear luggage tag holders that provide an extra layer of protection and easily fits the luggage tags Celebrity provides. The extra few dollars are worth the peace of mind knowing your luggage tags will stay attached!

ONBOARD AMENITIES AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE ON CELEBRITY CRUISES' PRE-CRUISE PLANNER; SAVE TIME & MONEY

As you know, Celebrity Cruises' Pre-Cruise Planner is now open and you may purchase Shore Excursions, Specialty Dining, Beverage Packages, Spa Treatments, Internet Packages, Photo Packages and more.

To see all options available and to make purchases, visit www.celebritycruises.com/booked, sign in or create an account, then choose "Plan My Cruise" to see all available options. Your Celebrity Cruises' Reservation Number (listed above) will be required to complete these purchases.

Purchasing goods and services and securing reservations and appointments before boarding the ship saves you Time & Money. The deadline to complete these purchases prior to embarkation is February 1, 2025.

SAVE TIME

Unfortunately, there is no central place to purchase goods and services and secure reservations and appointments on the ship. To make a reservation for a Specialty Restaurant, confirm a Spa appointment and sign up for Internet requires a visit to three different decks and waiting in line at each location. Doing these undertakings at the convenience of your home or office is strongly advised.

SAVE MONEY

Pre-Cruise Prices are lower, even much lower, for many of the goods and services that you would wish to have for your cruise. Below is a sample of the savings you can earn by purchasing before sailing:

BOTTI AT SEA '26

Soon, Signature Jazz Cruises will announce the details for Botti at Sea ’26. For now, we can share the following information:

Cruise Dates: September 18-25, 2026
Ship: Celebrity Summit
Embarkation City: Los Angeles, CA
Disembarkation City: Vancouver, BC
Ports of Call: San Francisco, CA and Victoria, BC

Our goal is to announce the full lineup and details prior to the '25 Sailing. As a guest on Botti at Sea ’25, you will have the exclusive right to rebook your current stateroom for the ’26 Sailing and will enjoy special pricing.

More information about this process will be forthcoming.

REMINDERS FROM GET READY LETTERS #1-5

The items below have been presented and discussed in detail in prior Get Ready Letters. We are repeating them as some are time sensitive and most are important steps for you to take before sailing. Again, past Get Ready Letters can be located under the Booked Guests tab on the Botti at Sea website (www.bottiatsea.com).

  • Passport: Locate your Passport and ensure the expiration date is no earlier than 6 months after the disembarkation date of your cruise.
  • Differentiate your Confirmation Numbers: Your Signature Jazz Cruises' Reservation Number is used when communicating with our office about the details of your reservation, payment plans, T-Shirt sizes, and any other aspect of the cruise that Signature Jazz Cruises controls. Your Celebrity Cruises Booking Number is used when you complete your online check-in (45 days before sailing) and for purchases you wish to make before sailing through your Celebrity Cruises Pre-Cruise Planner.
  • Beverage and Internet Packages: Discounts on Beverage and Internet packages are available through February 1, 2025 via your Celebrity Pre-Cruise Planner.
  • Dinner Reservations in Cosmopolitan Restaurant. To secure a reservation and to register the names of your dining group, if applicable, email us at [email protected]and provide the guest names and desired time for your dining group. There is no charge for reserving a table and dining time, we just ask that you make your request prior to December 18, 2024.
  • Dinner Reservations in Specialty Dining Restaurants. Reservations for any Specialty Restaurant can be made online via Celebrity Cruises Pre-Cruise Planner. Simply login to your Celebrity Cruises Pre-Cruise Plannerto make your purchases.
  • Special Dietary Requests and Medical Needs. If you have special dietary considerations or medical needs (such as storing medicine or needing distilled water) you will need to discuss these needs with the Celebrity Cruises’ Access Department at 1.866.592.7225 or [email protected]. Please submit your requests no later than Friday, December 20, 2024.
  • Scooter & Wheelchair Requests. Celebrity Cruises’ Access Department can assist by providing information for wheelchair and scooter rental companies. You can contact the Celebrity Cruises’ Access Department at 1.866.592.7225 or [email protected].
  • The following scooter and wheelchair rental services* may also assist with rental needs:
STAY TUNED

We will continue to provide you with more information to help you prepare for Botti at Sea ’25 in the coming weeks and months. In the meantime, we highly suggest reviewing our Booked Guests portal on the website.

GET READY #7 FOR BOTTI AT SEA '25 (45 DAYS UNTIL SAILING)

It is time for Get Ready #7, the seventh notice in Signature Jazz Cruises' Get Ready series designed to prepare you for your sailing on Botti at Sea '25.

Previous letters addressed the details of your reservation, how you access your Celebrity Cruises Pre-Cruise Planner, your dining choices for the cruise, all the events and shows on the cruise, accessible cruising and travel insurance. If you missed any of the first six letters or wish to refer to them again, copies may be found on the Botti at Sea '25 website here.

This note will discuss a variety of subjects — some new, and some serving as reminders for important aspects of your cruise. Two topics deserve special attention:

CELEBRITY CRUISES' ONLINE CHECK-IN BEGINS TODAY

ONBOARD AMENITIES (GOODS & SERVICES) REMAIN AVAILABLE ONLINE

In both cases, by acting now, you can avoid waiting in long lines in the Cruise Terminal and on the ship on February 4, 2025 (Embarkation Day).

On behalf of everyone at Signature Cruise Experiences and Botti at Sea, we hope you are enjoying a lovely holiday season filled with friends, family, and lots of great music!

Michael Lazaroff
Executive Director
Signature Cruise Experiences (formerly Jazz Cruises)

VIEW PAST GET READY LETTERS HERE

PRE-CRUISE WEBINARS

Past Webinar

As part of the Get Ready series, on October 29, 2024, we hosted a Live Webinar just for guests on sailings of Botti at Sea ‘25. It was a lively 75-minute discussion. We enjoyed hearing your questions, and we hope that our answers were helpful. If you missed the webinar or wish to have a second look, please click here to access it on our Booked Guests page.

New (Final) Webinar

With the holidays in full swing, we know that carving out time (as opposed to the turkey!) to concentrate on the tasks needed to be fully prepared for Botti at Sea ’25 can be difficult. With the opening of Celebrity's Online Check-In and the requests for assistance in using the Pre-Cruise Planner, we are scheduling a New (FINAL) Webinar so that we can share some thoughts and recommendations:

Final Webinar:
Date: Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM ET

REGISTER FOR WEBINAR HERE

ONLINE CHECK-IN PROCEDURE

GUEST NAME(S): See Reservation
CELEBRITY CRUISES' RESERVATION NUMBER: See Reservation

Every guest must complete Celebrity's Check-In process before boarding the ship. Though you may complete this process in the Cruise Terminal, we highly recommend using Celebrity Cruises’ Online Check-In Procedure before you leave home. Doing so reduces your time waiting in line on Embarkation Day and enables you to secure Celebrity Cruises approved luggage tags. These tags are personalized, thereby assisting with the identification process and expediting the delivery of your luggage to your stateroom.

Online check-in is available through February 1, 2025, three days before the sailing. After that time, you may only check in at the Cruise Terminal on Embarkation Day. Guests who do not check in online may incur a substantial delay at the Terminal. Further details on Embarkation Day and arrival to the Terminal will be addressed in future email communication.

To check-in online: Click here, then enter your Celebrity Cruises username and password. If you don't remember your Celebrity Cruises username and password, click "Forgot password?" and you will be prompted to reset your credentials. If you have not created a Celebrity Cruises account, you may create one by clicking "Create an account” and following the prompts. Whether you have an existing Celebrity Cruises account or are setting it up for the first time, you will also be asked to enter your Celebrity Reservation Number, which is listed above for your convenience.

Once you are logged into your Celebrity Cruises account, Botti at Sea will appear in your upcoming cruises. You may complete the Online Check-In process by clicking the “Start Check-In” button and following the prompts. During this process, you will be asked to select a Terminal Arrival Time, available in 30-minute windows. Please be sure to consider when you plan to arrive to the Terminal as you will be required to abide by your Terminal Arrival Time. Also, if you plan to use our ground transportation service, be sure to choose the last available 30-minute window.

Upon completion of the process, print your Celebrity Cruises Xpress Pass. This is your "boarding pass." Please note: Your luggage tags will become available beginning at 30 days prior to sailing (we will send another email on that date).

If you experience any technical difficulties with your online check-in or would like assistance with the purchase of specific amenities and services, you may contact the Celebrity Cruises Help Desk at 844.278.9746.

ONBOARD AMENITIES AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE ON CELEBRITY CRUISES' PRE-CRUISE PLANNER; SAVE TIME & MONEY

As we’ve shared with you in earlier notices, there is no central location on the ship to sign up for Internet, Beverage Packages, Excursions, Specialty Dining, Spa Treatments, etc. Each location is different (ranging from Deck 3 to Deck 10), and each location requires standing in line.

Through the utilization of Celebrity Cruises’ Pre-Cruise Planner, you may complete these tasks online in the comfort of your home or office. Doing so not only saves time, but it also saves money. Let’s explore how to accomplish both objectives.

MENU OF GOODS AND SERVICES AVAILABLE

To see all options available for Beverage Packages, Excursions, Specialty Dining, Spa Treatments, etc. and to make purchases, visit www.celebritycruises.com/booked, sign in or create an account, then choose "Plan My Cruise." This account is your Pre-Cruise Planner which you can modify at any time. Your "Celebrity Cruises' Reservation Number" (listed above) will be required to complete these purchases.

OUR RECOMMENDATIONS

Though we urge every guest to review all options to determine which goods and services appeal to them, we do have some recommendations for you to consider as well as a few options that we produce and are not included in the list above.

INTERNET & BEVERAGE PACKAGE DISCOUNTS

Signature Jazz Cruises has worked with Celebrity Cruises to provide guests of Botti at Sea with discounted rates for internet access and beverage packages.

While we know you are coming onboard Botti at Sea to listen to excellent music, connect with friends and fellow jazz enthusiasts, and to enjoy the many amenities the Celebrity Summit offers, we understand that staying connected to family, friends and even work is important. Celebrity Cruises has continued to upgrade their Wi-Fi over the years, and with their upgrade to StarLink, they have the fastest and most reliable internet at sea.

You may purchase Premium Wi-Fi packages here now, with savings for pre-cruise purchases, and even more savings when you purchase multiple devices.

Beverage discounts are available as well. No matter what you’d like to drink (or how much), as a guest on Botti at Sea, you can enjoy discounted rates for any of our three beverage packages.

  • The Premium Beverage Package is the all-in package (up to $17 per beverage) that includes beer, wine, spirits, specialty coffees and bottled water, as well as a 20% discount on bottles of wine.
  • The Classic Beverage Package gives you a wide selection of drink options including unlimited premium coffees, bottled water, wines by the glass, beers, cocktails and more. This package includes all drinks up to $10 per beverage.
  • The Non-Alcoholic Drink Package is perfect for someone who doesn’t drink alcohol, but enjoys specialty coffees, sodas, bottled water and smoothies.
SPECIALTY DINING

In earlier notices we discussed the merits of each of the Specialty Dining options on Celebrity Summit. While these restaurants provide excellent service and you may linger for as long as you’d like, you may also dine in under 90 minutes if you wish. Just let your server know that you’d like “express service,” and the staff can ensure that you are quickly taken care of and back to attending one of the various concerts around the ship.

As a reminder, there are some great discounts available for guests who wish to dine in Specialty Restaurants more than once throughout the cruise, and in select restaurants on Embarkation Day. Reservations for any of the Specialty Dining options can be made here.

DINNER RESERVATIONS FOR THE COSMOPOLITAN RESTAURANT

Dinner reservations are not required for dining at The Cosmopolitan Restaurant, but a reservation is the best way to avoid waiting to be assigned a table each night. As of today, reservations are still available.

To secure a reservation and to register the names of your dining group (if applicable), email us at [email protected] and provide the guest names and desired time (5:15 PM for RED Cruise Identification Card Holders or 7:30 PM for BLUE Cruise Identification Card Holders) for your dining group.

There is no charge for reserving a table and dining time; we just ask that you make your request prior to December 27, 2024.

SPA SERVICES

The Spa onboard Celebrity Summit offers a wide array of services from manicures and massages to fitness classes and men’s grooming. Here are a few lesser-known treatments that may be of interest to you:

  • Pain Management Acupuncture: If you want to relieve your body of acute or chronic pain, then it is time you tried acupuncture. This ancient Chinese method has helped millions of people free themselves of pain in the back, neck and joints.
  • ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Age Defy Facial: This treatment tackles fine lines and wrinkles and help support the cellular structure of the skin. Targeted lymphatic drainage massage re-energizes and rejuvenates, while an age-defying peel-off mask encourages the highest cellular function, visibly improving firmness and elasticity for beautifully nourished, younger looking skin.
  • Thermage Treatments: The ship offers free consultations for any guest who is interested in learning more about their Thermage offerings – non-invasive skin-tightening treatments to improve the appearance of sagging or loose skin. By using radio frequency, wrinkled, crepey and sagging skin will be smoothed and tighten for an overall younger-looking appearance.
EXCURSIONS

The most effective way to maximize your time in port is to participate in one of the many Shore Excursions that Celebrity Cruises offers in our ports of call. There is a plethora of options to choose from, but each one comes with comfortable round-trip transportation, a local guide and the guarantee and peace of mind that while on a Celebrity Shore Excursion, the ship will always wait until all tour guests have returned to the vessel, even if it’s running late for all aboard.

You can find a comprehensive list of excursions for Botti at Sea ’25 here to make the most of your time at Cozumel and Grand Cayman.

MUSICIAN-HOSTED EVENTS

Botti at Sea ’25 will feature a number of Musician-Hosted food & beverage events that will be available for purchase onboard at the Signature Cruises Experiences’ Guest Services Desk (Deck 3).

  • Wednesday February 5, 2025 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Walk Around the World Wine Tasting hosted by Terell Stafford (Fee Applies) (Cellar Masters, 5)
  • Thursday February 6, 2025 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Interactive Martini Making hosted by John Splithoff (Fee Applies) (Martini Bar, 4)
  • Friday February 7, 2025 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Learn to Flair hosted by Leonardo Amuedo (Fee Applies) (Martini Bar, 4)
  • Saturday February 8, 2025 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Mixology Contest: Which Guest Can Make the Best Drink? hosted by Peter Cincotti (Fee Applies) (Martini Bar, 4)
  • Sunday February 9, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Super Bowl Beer Tasting & Snacks hosted by Daniel Chmielinski (Fee Applies) (Rooftop Terrace, 11)
  • Monday February 10, 2025 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM: Wine and Jazz Tasting with Mindi Abair & Eric Guerra (Fee Applies) (Cosmopolitan Restaurant, 4)
BOTTI AT SEA '26

Soon, Signature Jazz Cruises will announce the details for Botti at Sea ’26. For now, we can share the following information:

Cruise Dates: September 18-25, 2026
Ship: Celebrity Summit
Embarkation City: Los Angeles, CA
Disembarkation City: Vancouver, BC
Ports of Call: San Francisco, CA and Victoria, BC

Our goal is to announce the full lineup and details prior to the '25 Sailing. As a guest on Botti at Sea ’25, you will have the exclusive right to rebook your current stateroom for the ’26 Sailing and will enjoy special pricing.

More information about this process will be forthcoming.

REMINDERS FROM GET READY LETTERS #1-6

The items below have been presented and discussed in detail in prior Get Ready Letters. We are repeating them as some are time sensitive and most are important steps for you to take before sailing. You can view past Get Ready Letters here.

  • Passport. Every guest should have a current passport that expires no earlier than 6 months after the disembarkation date of their cruise.
  • Pre-Cruise Hotel and Ground Transportation.Signature Cruise Experiences highly recommends arriving the day before embarkation and joining us at the designated Pre-cruise Hotel, the Le Méridien Dania Beach at Fort Lauderdale Airport. You may also consider our ground transportation to the pier for. Book your accommodations here.
  • Special Dietary Requests and Medical Needs. If you have special dietary considerations or medical needs (such as storing medicine or needing distilled water), you will need to discuss these needs with the Celebrity Cruises’ Access Department at 1.866.592.7225 or [email protected]. Please submit your requests no later than Friday, December 20, 2024.
  • Scooter and Wheelchair Requests. Celebrity Cruises’ Access Department can assist by providing information for wheelchair and scooter rental companies. You can contact the Celebrity Cruises Access Department at 1.866.592.7225 or [email protected]. The following scooter and wheelchair rental services may also assist with rental needs:
    • Special Needs at Sea: 800.513.4515 or visit their website here.
    • Scootaround: 888.441.7575 or visit their website here.
STAY TUNED

We will continue to provide you with more information to help you prepare for Botti at Sea ’25 in the coming weeks and months. In the meantime, we highly suggest reviewing our Booked Guests portal on the website.

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