![]() About 20 years ago I was spending an entire summer in the Red Sea, working on my first book. Yet talk long enough to a diver, and something may come up that defies logic. Rituals like spitting in a mask or backing off the valve a quarter turn are based on science and education. Maybe it’s because diving is securely grounded in fact, and it didn’t get started among the general populace until the mid-20th century. Curiously, they haven’t extended to scuba diving. Many superstitions about the sea survive to this day. Although the story has about as much credibility as an Internet hoax, it vividly illustrates the power of superstition. The last time anybody ever saw it or the crew was when it disappeared over the horizon. Its captain’s name was Friday, and it set sail for her maiden voyage on … you guessed it … Friday. According to legend, the ship’s keel was laid on Friday, it was launched on Friday, and christened the HMS Friday. There’s a tale often told, almost certainly apocryphal, about the British navy’s attempt to lay that superstition to rest. That’s considered an unlucky day on land as well, probably because it was the day of the crucifixion. Some superstitions may have had a tenuous basis in fact, but most were contrived beliefs and rituals that sailors relied upon to give them a feeling that, to some small extent, they had some control over their destiny.įor example, it is considered unlucky to begin a voyage on Friday. Going to sea then was chancier than going into outer space today, so a mariner’s life was rife with superstitions. Pitchers won’t step on the foul line coming off the field, and woe to anybody who dares mention a no-hitter while the game is in progress. ![]() A hitter on a hot streak may not wash his socks or undershirt, or will eat the same breakfast every day as long as he keeps getting on base. Small wonder that you grasp at any support you can, whether real or imaginary.Įven today, any endeavor based on chance is predisposed to superstition, ranging from poker to baseball. The captain is the absolute dictator the ship is his kingdom. You are virtually isolated from the rest of humanity. ![]() There is no marine weather forecast, no radio, no satellite communication in fact no communication with the world as you knew it for periods ranging from months to years. Our award-winning ships have everything you could ever ask for-and much, much more.You are a 19th-century mariner, living in the dank, dark quarters of a sailing ship, at the mercy of capricious wind and weather, six weeks from your last sighting of land. Pamper yourself at The Spa, or squeeze in some exercise at The Fitness Center. Sip on artisanal cocktails and dance under the stars at the Magic Carpet or the Rooftop Garden. Arrange a romantic picnic at the rooftop Lawn Club, where you can lounge on a half-acre of real grass while gazing at the ocean.Įnjoy a thrilling night out at the casino or a leisurely afternoon shopping in the onboard boutiques. Take the kids to Camp at Sea, the only fully customizable camp at sea. Sign up for a wine tasting with one of our expert sommeliers, or take a hot glass class and learn how to make your own piece of art. Watch riveting shows at the cutting-edge theater, which feature popular music, stunning dance sequences, and gravity-defying acrobatics. Our luxury cruise ships are filled with entertainment for all ages and preferences. Foodies can try signature dishes by Daniel Boulud, our Global Culinary Brand Ambassador, at The Retreat’s private restaurant, Luminae, or enjoy a five-course meal at the Chef’s Table by Daniel Boulud. Plan a special evening at a specialty restaurant, like Fine Cut Steakhouse, Tuscan Grille, and Le Petit Chef®. Savor delicious cuisine at our main restaurants, where menus are updated daily with global dishes and tried-and-true favorites. Our world-class dining experience brings the flavors and food of our destinations right onto your plate. At The Retreat, stay in one of our spectacular suites, like the Iconic Suite that offers unparalleled views from above the captain’s bridge, and our breathtaking two-story Edge Villas that come with their own private plunge pool. On Edge-series ships, experience the magic of an Infinite Veranda® stateroom, where the push of a button gives you open-air access to the sea, taking your room right to the water’s edge. Unwind at the Resort Deck, where you can take a dip in a martini hot tub, relax in the adults-only Solarium, or admire the view from the expansive Rooftop Garden. Dine at any of the 29 restaurants, bars, and lounges on board, including Eden, a lush green oasis that will tantalize all of your senses. With dazzling spaces and avant-garde design that bring the outdoors in, these ships will forever change the way you think about cruising. Three of the most innovative ships in the industry. ![]() Travel the world aboard Celebrity Edge, Apex, and Beyond. ![]()
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