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PASSPORT MANDATORY A passport is required for US citizens. Be sure to confirm that your passport is current and will be valid at least six months after your return date. If you do not have one or need a new one, contact the State Department Passport Office in your area immediately, or visit their website.

Non US Citizens are responsible for verifying their own required documentation for this tour.

FLIGHT & PASSPORT INFO Two months prior to your vacation, you’ll receive an email with a link to upload your flight and passport information. This is important for us to be able to schedule your arrival and departure transfers.

INSURANCE All tourists and travelers entering Ecuador will be required to submit a certificate, invoice or proof of international travel insurance, whether public or private, valid for the duration of their stay in Ecuador. (Please see FAQ on Travel Insurance.)

If you have any questions, Travel Guard professional, expert agents are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call us, if you have not received your quote within 3 days, or CLICK HERE to go directly to Travel Guard and request a policy quote. It only takes a few minutes.

Questions and comments after you have reserved your vacation are addressed promptly when you send a message to us at service@singlestravelintl.com.

The trip begins in Quito, Ecuador, hotel on February 21, 2025, and the ends in Quito on March 3, 2025. Therefore the trip is 10 nights/11 days.

The Galápagos are part of the Republic of Ecuador. Ecuador requires a valid passport from all people entering the country and proof of return tickets to the traveler’s home country or another country after Ecuador. Your passport must be valid for 6 months beyond your return from Ecuador. We recommend keeping your passport safely at the resort, and carry a copy with you at all times while in Ecuador.  If you do not have one or need a new one, contact the State Department Passport Office in your area immediately or visit their website.

Non US Citizens are responsible for verifying their own required documentation for this tour.

We recommend that you also make copies of your passport, visa, driver’s license, photo identification card and/or birth certificate in case of loss, and carry them with you on your trip separate from your original documents.

Medical insurance is mandatory and can be satisfied with travel insurance.  All tourists and travelers entering Ecuador will be required to submit a certificate, invoice or proof of international travel insurance, whether public or private, valid for the duration of their stay in Ecuador.

When selecting a travel insurance policy, we recommend that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency evacuation and repatriation. We also strongly recommend that the policy cover personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects.

If you have any questions, Travel Guard professional, expert agents are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call us, if you have not received your quote within 3 days, or CLICK HERE to go directly to Travel Guard and request a policy quote. It only takes a few minutes.

Questions and comments after you have reserved your vacation are addressed promptly when you send a message to us at service@singlestravelintl.com.

A deposit is due at time of reservation, and final payment is due on September 4, 2024.

If you make a reservation after September 4, 2024, full payment will be automatically charged at time of reservation and penalties will apply.

Changing lives through traveling the world together is our “why,” and we want to make it possible for every member to achieve his or her personal vacation dream goals.  Sometimes, it takes extra care and attention to helping you make it a reality.  Below are payment options to accommodate every need:

Final Payment Options

Credit Card
We’ve made paying your balance online as easy as 1-2-3! You’ll be able to see your balance directly within your Singles Travel International profile. Under the shopping cart icon, choose “Reservations and Payments” from the dropdown menu to view your dashboard. To see how to use this NEW reservation and payment feature, watch this quick VIDEO. You may also call us at 877-765-6874 ext. 4 and provide us with your preferred payment information.

Check 
Contact our team at service@singlestravelintl.com and request the Pay-By-Check discount. Your final payment balance will be recalculated deducting the Pay-By-Check discount. Then be sure to mail your check with the revised balance total to our office so that it arrives by September 4, 2024, in order to secure your reservation and price.  Late payments will not be accepted. 

Mail checks payable to:
Singles Travel International
7491 N Federal Highway
Suite C5328
Boca Raton, FL 33487

IMPORTANT: If you pay online using your credit card on the Reservations & Payments dashboard, be aware that the discounted rate is no longer valid and that the higher price applies. We will contact you to collect the non-discounted price balance due.

Zelle® 
Contact our team at service@singlestravelintl.com and request the Zelle® discount. Your final payment balance will be recalculated deducting the Zelle® discount. Then be sure to send your payment with the revised balance total to EZPay@singlestravelintl.com so that it arrives by September 4, 2024, in order to secure your reservation and price.  Late payments will not be accepted. Should you pay via credit card, the discounted rate is no longer valid, and members will be charged the original non-discounted price.

Make sure that you are using the correct EZPay@singlestravelintl.com email address for Singles Travel International (listed as Tammy Weiler) because once you press “Send”, the payment cannot be canceled.  Singles Travel International is not responsible for payments sent to the incorrect Zelle® account. 

Customized Payment Plan
Find your dream trip and “Pay Over Time” to make your vacation goal a reality.  Contact our Accounting Team at 877-765-6874 ext 4 to set up a customized payment plan designed to meet your individual needs.

Yes. All cancellations must be made in writing to Singles Travel International (service@singlestravelintl.com) and are subject to per person penalties. We strongly recommend travel insurance to protect your investment.

After deposit and at any time of cancellation, refunds may be requested less a minimum charge of $250 in addition to other penalties listed below.

Cancellations made prior to final payment date of September 4, 2024, may request a Future Trip Credit and the $250 minimum cancellation fee will be waived. The Future Trip Credit may be used toward any future Singles Travel International vacation within 1 year of cancellation, for travel at any time. No refund on any unused portions of the trip.

*After September 4, 2024, up to the day of cruising, any cancellations, or “no-shows” – 100% penalty.

Air packages and air tickets are subject to cancellation policies imposed by the airlines.

When the cruise is cancelled by the cruise line, you will generally be offered a full refund or the option to move your reservation to another date without penalty, often with a perk. All changes are subject to current terms and conditions at the time of cancellation. Your team at Singles Travel International will advocate for you in all cases.

No. All travelers are welcome to sail regardless of vaccination status and will no longer be required to provide proof of pre-departure testing to board a Celebrity cruise ship.

As destinations around the globe adapt their health and safety protocols, Celebrity continually evaluates and updates their requirements as new information becomes available.

Your knowledgeable team at Singles Travel International will keep you up to date at all times prior to your departure.

The CDC (Centers for Disease Control) recommends updating all routine booster shots for travel almost anywhere. Please schedule a physical check-up, before your trip, to discuss the type of trip in which you are participating with your physician.

You and your physician may access much more, very detailed health information for travelers (including tips on staying healthy while traveling) on the CDC website. Click their “Traveler’s Health” link or call toll-free 24-hours at 1-800-CDC-INFO (800-232-4636).

If you choose to get any vaccinations, we highly advise completing them at least 3 weeks prior to travel.

A transfer between the Quito International Airport (UIO) and our Quito hotel is included in your package. Once your flight lands, proceed through customs and collect your bags. A host or driver will meet you at baggage exit with a sign with your name. 

In order to participate in the Singles-Only Meet-and-Greet and optional dinner on February 21, 2025, please try to arrive at the Quito International Airport (UIO) by 4:00 pm.

All meet-up details will be provided in your Final Vacation Details & Meetup Information on the “YOUR TRAVEL DOCUMENTS” tab on the left navigation bar on the trip website 21 days prior to departure.

All Inclusive Plan:
Our 10-Night program includes our “Fly Galápagos Program,” which means that your international airfare is included up to a $750 value. If your fare is more than $750 at the time we book with Celebrity, you will simply pay the difference.

Semi Inclusive Plan:
If you choose to book your own airfare, you will receive a $400  credit off the price of your tour/cruise. Plan your flights into Quito (UIO) on February 21 2025. In order to participate in the Singles-Only Meet-and-Greet and optional dinner on February 21, 2025, please try to arrive at the Quito International Airport (UIO) by 4:00 pm. Check-in at the hotel is at 3:00 pm.

Schedule your return flight on March 3, 2025, from the Quito airport (UIO) at any time; however, check-out of the hotel is at 12:00 pm.

Please contact your preferred carrier directly to make your reservation. If Singles Travel International issues a promotional economy fare, granting of frequent flyer credit is entirely at the airline’s discretion. If the flights are eligible, to ensure you earn frequent flyer credit from the airline, give your frequent flyer account number when you check in for your flights. In addition, save your boarding passes and the passenger receipt from your airline ticket. You may need to submit these to the airline (not to Singles Travel International) to claim any credit allowed.

Your package includes all airport transfers, intra-country air (between Quito and the Galapagos) as well as International airfare from your home city when you choose that option.

February 21, 2025: Included transfer between Quito (UIO) and the JW Marriott Quito.

February 23, 2025: Included transfer between JW Marriott Quito and the Quito airport (UIO). Included flight from Quito to Galápagos.

March 2, 2025: Included transfer from the Ship to the Galápagos airport. Included flight from the Galápagos to the Quito airport (UIO). Included transfer between the Quito airport (UIO) and JW Marriott Quito.

March 3, 2025: Included transfer from JW Marriott Quito and the Quito airport (UIO) for return flights home.

This cruise is virtually ALL-INCLUSIVE! All Gratuities, park fees and daily briefings, drinks, meals and WiFi onboard the ship are included. Transfers to/from airports, intra-Ecuador airfare and the Galápagos Tourist card are included!! Even laundry service once during your cruise is included!

The tour does not include Ecuador required international health insurance, which can be satisfied with travel insurance, and and gratuities to your Singles Travel International Concierge ($15 per day).

The days in the Quito hotel before and after the cruise do not include meals (except breakfast) and hotel incidentals.

Cabin incidentals such as phone calls are at an additional cost and all items will appear on your final billing statement at the end of the cruise. You may also be charged a delivery fee, imposed by our vendors for special delivery of documents including international and expedited documents.

The luxurious Celebrity Flora has two restaurants, the upscale Seaside Restaurant and the more casual alfresco Ocean Grill.

The menus are crafted by a Michelin-starred chef and include locally-sourced ingredients: from the robust coffee grown on Ecuadoran plantations to the fresh local seafood, almost everything was grown, raised, or caught nearby.

Singles Travel International hosts the Breakfast Club™ each morning in one of the 2 locations, which are communicated to you via your Singles Travel International Concierge once onboard and advised to you each day via our weekly program.

Dinner on board the Celebrity Flora is served any time between 6:30 and 9:30 pm. Again, based on each day’s schedule, your Singles Travel International Concierge will communicate dining times via the weekly program. Expect dining times to be around 7:30 pm each evening.

Of course not. You will be pleased to find out that nearly 90% of our guests on every cruise sign up and have never met anyone before joining the group. In 32 years, we have perfected the singles cruise experience. It is paramount that our guests meet each other right away and have opportunities to mingle every day.

From the moment you arrive at the pre cruise hotel, our Singles Travel International Concierge is waiting to meet you at our Hospitality Desk or Welcome Event. 

Our “Baby Boomer” vacations cater to singles in their 50s and 60s but you will often meet singles ranging anywhere from 45-75. We generally have a ratio of 60/40, women to men. As a travel club, matchmaking is not our focus. Ages listed on our page are not restricted. They are simply used as a guideline. We offer an opportunity for single travelers to see the world in the company of other singles and do not guarantee ratios or ages.

We recommend that you meet the members of the Singles Travel International Community online where you may view and interact with members via “Who’s Going” on every trip page. This is the best way to find out exactly who will be on your vacation.

We also invite you to join our 50+ singles community when you are not on the road, before and after your vacation @ www.SingleLife.Today. Membership and most events are free and when you upgrade to Premium, you’ll have access to our live, virtual tours to exotic locations plus save $1000s of dollars on Your Own Space™.

Yes! Singles Travel International is the only singles vacation company that features a travel community where members may send messages to one another at any time. Once you make a reservation, you are invited to post messages on the trip chat, which is great for finding out more about your fellow travel companions, coordinating taxi shares, setting up tours and more. Your trip chat is accessible from the trip page. Ask your Singles Travel International Reservation Guide for assistance.

Our program for 50+ singles also includes live online events and virtual tours plus a virtual Meet & Greet with your travel companions before you depart. View and get reminders for each event on our community page, www.SingleLife.Today.  Be sure to sign up today so that you don’t miss out on anything!

The average daytime temperature for February in the Galápagos varies from 70-85 F. February is the second month of the warm and wet Galápagos season. Visitors should expect plenty of strong tropical sun, with occasional heavy showers, and some humidity.

In February, the rains and sunshine transform the island highlands into a lush paradise, making it perfect for land species such as the giant tortoise, land iguanas, Darwin finches & other land birds, who find food plentiful and are especially active this time of year.

In Quito, the averages are considerably cooler because of the high elevation: average high being 64 F and average low being 49 F.

Due to the environmental protection and regulation of the Galápagos Islands, luggage is more strictly checked and regulated.

The luggage limits for the Celebrity Exclusive flights between Quito and Baltra are as follows:

Checked Luggage:

1 per guest that is equal to or less than 20 Kg / 44 lbs

Carry-On Luggage:

1 purse or personal item to put under the seat in front of you.

1 carry on for overhead bin that is equal to or less than 10 Kg / 22 lbs. All pieces of baggage must measure at most 115 centimeters (45 inches) (height+length+width).

*Special Medical Equipment is permitted in addition to the above.

Guests are asked to pack smartly. All nights are casual attire only. There are no formal nights.

Please abide by the carry-on luggage restrictions. All liquids, gels and aerosols must be in three-ounce or smaller containers. Larger containers that are half-full or toothpaste tubes rolled up are not allowed. All items must be stored in a clear, 1 quart, zip lock bag.

Just in case your luggage is lost, we strongly recommend that you pack a change of clothing in your carry-on luggage. Do not pack money, travel documents, jewelry or medicine in your checked baggage. Hand carry these essential items!

The Galápagos and Quito are located along the Equator, so be prepared for intense sun exposure.  Comfortable, casual clothes are recommended throughout the trip.

Cruising aboard Celebrity is not too dressy, not too casual. We call it “resort casual”; you’ll call it being on holiday. When you’re ready for dinner, it’s collared shirts and pants or nice jeans for men. Slacks or jeans, dresses, skirts and tops are perfect for women. There are no formal nights.

Days will be a mix of light hiking excursion and snorkeling/beach excursions.  Evenings on board the ship can be cool because of AC, so a light jacket is recommended.

The currency in Ecuador and the Galápagos is the U.S. Dollar, so no exchange is necessary.

Many locations do not accept major credit cards and the availability of ATM machines may be limited.

**Packing Tips:** Take only what you need; don’t over pack. Save room for souvenirs and purchases. Pack flat and full to avoid wrinkling. Bring wardrobe basics; mix and match around one or two colors. Don’t pack anything valuable, fragile or perishable. Label your luggage with an outside tag, and place an identification card inside each suitcase.  This tour includes boat and bus rides.  If you suffer from motion sickness, Dramamine or a similar medication is recommended.

**Essential Items: We highly recommend that you bring the following items.**

– Reusable water bottle
– A good, comfortable pair of broken-in walking or hiking shoes for easy to medium terrain
– A pair of shoes for restaurants (loafers, sandals, etc)
– Water shoes or secure sandals for snorkeling and walking along beaches
– Clothing for walking/light hiking, beach wear, and casual evening attire for restaurants
– 1-2 bathing suits
– Lightweight rain gear, poncho
– Sunglasses, sun block (30 or higher for face), sun hat, baseball cap or visor
– Hairdryer
– Toiletries: all your daily essentials
– Personal washcloth, Makeup remover towelettes
– Prescription medications: sufficient supply for the entire trip plus legible written prescription in case of loss. Keep medications in their original, labeled container. Always pack your medications in your carry-on bag!
– Eyeglasses, contacts, contact lens solution. You may want to bring along a written prescription for your eyewear in case of loss.
– Over the counter medications: cold remedy, aspirin/pain reliever, antacid/stomach upset remedy, Band-Aids, anti-bacterial medication, Dramamine (if prone to motion sickness), neosporin, anti-itch cream.
– Mosquito repellant
– Photography Equipment: Water Protection, extra memory cards and batteries recommended
– Ziplock baggies to carry wet clothing
– Binoculars

The food and water systems of mainland Ecuador are well-developed, but safety is recommended to ensure you have no problems during your trip.  Stick to bottled water for drinking and brushing your teeth while in Quito.

The Celebrity Flora has a legacy of sustainability, with no single-use plastics; each cabin is equipped with a water filtration system for clean drinking water, so please bring a reusable water bottle.

For meals outside the group itinerary, it is recommended to take care or avoid street vendors and small restaurants. Raw fruits and vegetables must be cleaned properly to ensure they are sterilized and not contaminated with untreated water.

110 Volts, 60 cycles which is the same as the U.S.

Onboard the ship, the Electrical current is 110, which is the U.S. standard. We recommend bringing along a power strip so that you both may recharge phones, cameras and add additional items such as a curling iron.

Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands do not practice daylight savings time and in comparison with the US.  The Galapagos Islands are at UTC -6:00, and Quito is at UTC -5:00.

The currency used in Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands is the U.S. Dollar.

Many locations do not accept major credit cards, and ATM machine availability may be limited. We recommend you bring U.S. dollars in small denominations, $1, $5, $10 and $20 bills that are not too old, worn or ripped for personal purchases and incidentals.

There is not an ATM aboard the Flora.

Your “Final Vacation Details & Meetup Information” including transportation and how to meet up with the group will be available on the YOUR TRAVEL DOCUMENTS button on the left navigation bar on the trip site 21 days prior to trip start date.

Questions and comments after you have reserved your vacation are addressed promptly when you send a message to us at service@singlestravelintl.com.

Our office is open Monday-Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. In an emergency after hours, please call 877-765-6874 and press 0 (zero). One of our team members will call you back as soon as possible.

All countries you will visit have laws against the purchase and export of certain items, including antiquities, national cultural property and certain animal products, especially endangered species (ivory, rhino horn, tortoise shell, coral, feathers, etc.). Additionally, the United States has laws prohibiting the import of certain items, which include many of the same things. You face having your purchase confiscated and/or heavy fines for exporting or importing prohibited items.

On return to the U.S., your baggage is subject to search by U.S. Customs. Currently, you are permitted to bring back $800 of goods duty free. Persons aged 21 or over may also bring in one liter of liquor and one carton of cigarettes. If you plan to purchase a lot of souvenirs or expensive items, it is important to retain all purchase receipts. However, please note that U.S. Customs may not accept a receipt as true cost if it seems unusually low for the estimated value of the item. You may access the regulations and restrictions governing US Customs on their official website, click here to learn more.