Cruise Gopher

Don’t forget you can also use the app on board to view your onboard account charges and keep track of things to make sure nothing is being charged incorrectly. 

Just now, reallyitsmema said:

 

Make sure you go to CK once you board and try to get a reservation.  The first night is one of the busiest night and is not always available to those in JS.  You will have a lot better chance of getting a reservation if you are sailing a Quantum class ship.

Thanks! We are on Odyssey. 

Thanks all! We will try for the first night so we can try the filet mignon. 

I am sailing in a JS in February and will have access to Coastal Kitchen for dinner. I often see a lot of people posting how amazing CK food is, however when I look at the menu (below) it just seems so basic and not much to get excited about. Rigatoni? Cauliflower steak? 🥱

Does the menu vary at all or is this it?

22 hours ago, OCSC Mike said:

 

I still remember way back in the day stopping by the MDR everyday and asking to see that night's dinner menu, lol.

We still do a daily pilgrimage to the MDR to see what’s for dinner. It’s more fun that way. 

1 hour ago, GimmeOcean said:

 

Yes, you can reserve a time and you have to pay for it in advance. 

Where in the app do I find the Northstar extended to purchase? Or do I have to go online to the online cruise planner?

Also take advantage of the non-alcoholic premium items like Sparkling water, premium bottled water like Evian, Vitamin Waters, Red Bull Energy Drinks, iced teas, etc. 

We like to start our morning in there with a nice coffee or mimosa and some pastries and then have a proper breakfast later. It’s such a quiet space so it’s very calm and peaceful. 

Yes I believe even through the public site that the hold would lock in the rate you chose and the specific cabin you are holding. 

https://www.celebritycorporatekit.com/individual-incentives/gift-cards/
 

That’s probably the best info you’re going to find. There is a number to call if you have questions too. 

5 minutes ago, NutsAboutGolf said:

About a month away, looks like a fire sale

2024. 
 

Some crazy cheap prices if you want an inside with no perks. $599pp

15 hours ago, not-enough-cruising said:

Did they offer any loyalty status reciprocity?

 

Sorry if this was asked and answered

No status match on Viking. 

Usually I think it’s reserved for crew use outside of the normal guest operating hours, so they probably will have it closed off to guests. 

1 hour ago, JaneStarr said:

Remember when the glasses at the Martini bar used to be HUGE?

They still are on M and S class ships. Also, if you ask for a large glass on E class ship they will give you it. 

Cabin changes within the same category will not trigger a re-price FYI. 

4 hours ago, hcat said:

they can't take everything away all at once..

Careful there 😱

Yes it’s already posted. Extra OBC. 
https://creative.rccl.com/Sales/Celebrity/General_Info/Special_Offers/CEL_09_07_23_August_Offer-Consumer.pdf

37 minutes ago, terrydtx said:

The overnight gambling ships from FLL to the Bahamas already do that, nothing but buffets and one pay MDR.

Yep, it will be a race to the bottom to see which mainstream cruise line tries it first. My guess would be MSC or Carnival will try it first.  

27 minutes ago, SoloAlaska said:

That is my absolute no go no matter the price of the cruise. I really don’t like buffets and the MDR is non negotiable for me.

Yep, same for me. But there are tons of people who don’t know any different (or care).  Ex: new cruisers, short weekend cruisers, or those simply looking for the cheapest vacation. 

In the next 5 years, I fully expect some cruise line to do a trial of making the MDR have a cover charge per person and transition to having the buffet be the complimentary dinner option. 

Summit 2025 itineraries are slowly starting to load into the system.  There are some 9 night ones loaded in for Feb and March.  

Martini bar and grand plaza are not quiet areas at all on the edge class for evening drinks. Definitely suggest Eden or The Club. 

6 minutes ago, thebutlerdidit said:

I’m guessing that you have jus about zero chance of getting anything higher than a Sky Suite. Someone in a Sky Suite will MoveUp and you’ll receive their suite. 

Right, but some people have reported getting assigned a room with 1-2 days of booking the guarantee room. So if in that scenario there are no sky suites, then wouldn’t the system assign one of those higher suites?

I am looking at a cruise that has one guarantee suite left (Edge Class) and the only suite categories currently available are Edge Villa, Penthouse, and Iconic Suites. 
 

How quickly have they been assigning cabins lately? Do I have a good shot at getting one the mentioned suites if I book the guarantee? Or will they just hold out and wait for a sky suite person to cancel and then stick me into that?

Chair hogs at the pool will start auctioning off their spots to the highest bidder to help recoup some of their increased costs.  🤣