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These two events are shown at the Elite level of the Captain's Club perks.  The Create and Pour is only available on Beyond, Ascent and Apex while the mixology is offered on all of the ships.  We've attended the Music and Mixology and have enjoyed the show.  Despite being on Ascent for the pre-inaugural cruises, we did not get an invitation to either event.  I'm guessing they didn't hold them on the short preview cruises. 

Have you attended the Create and Pour event?  If so, what did it entail and how was it?

5 minutes ago, Cruisegirl6 said:

Please don't fall into the fear porn.  It is the flu, the typical yearly flu that hits during winter, we are nearly getting out of it as spring moves in.

Legionnaires disease is not the flu.  The flu is a virus and Legionnaires is caused by bacteria and causes pneumonia and can be contracted by vapor in showers, spas or A/C ventilation. I'm not sure Celebrity is in the business of fear porn but informing passengers of potential risks is their job.

Thanks for the heads-up @mac_tlc.  We really enjoyed Ascent last November and have Beyond booked for this November. We didn’t book a suite though. After sailing Ascent for the first leg in a porthole balcony and a sky suite the second leg, we felt the first experience was superior to the suite experience. Left us wondering if paying more = better was all in our heads. I do love a suite deal though!  So will definitely take a look. 

On 3/30/2024 at 10:47 AM, hcat said:

We refer to it as PLINK PLINK PLINK..It took over the lawn area on ASCENT for several hrs.. annoying

On 3/30/2024 at 8:25 AM, WrittenOnYourHeart said:

Annoying as heck to hear the ping ping ping as I walked by every time. Such a noisy "sport".

Well thanks, you two!  I never noticed the noise before but as one who tends to fixate on annoying noises, I’m sure I will from now on!  😊😎

Is it across the entire fleet of ships or ship specific?

We've always found something to enjoy on the menu.  It's the Luminae physical space that we didn't really care for.  We like the S class set up much better.  E class Luminae is very large and can get quite noisy.  The seating is awkward in some areas and since it's located at the front of the ship, the slant of the windows makes that area feel very hot and very bright...despite the shades.

Just now, JKJG3 said:

Thanks! And I don’t disagree—mostly just hoping it’s nothing that has knock on effects for getting her turned around and back out there.

I hear ya!  Since you're on deck, you'll have to keep us posted on how she holds up for you!  Fingers crossed for smooth sailing 😊.

12 minutes ago, JKJG3 said:

Anyone have any experience on how this sort of thing could play out for the Summit’s next voyage? We are supposed to be boarding her in Miami on Saturday and presently aren’t feeling very good about our trip going as planned.

I tend to look at each cruise independent from another.  What happened on one cruise is not guaranteed to happen on the next...this goes for both the good and the bad.  I think your cruise will be exactly what you make it!  Enjoy.

Thank you for taking time to report on your cruise!

24 minutes ago, kk20 said:

They have also posted that the 2nd outage was to done to take the ship off its generators and put it back online to its normal power sources.

This certainly could be the case but I think it's easy to speculate when one is sitting in the comfort of their home with working electricity, running water, and A/C.  As I am in my hot stage of life, loss of A/C for even a few minutes can feel like an eternity.

23 minutes ago, kk20 said:

Wow! Different stories are being told about the two power outages. Over on a different site, passengers onboard posted that each power outage was less than 15 minutes, yet you experienced it for two+ hours! 
They have also posted that the 2nd outage was to done to take the ship off its generators and put it back online to its normal power sources.

 

Hopefully you can find some joy on the ‘rust bucket’ for the rest of your cruise

Have you read this?  This seems to corroborate OP's experience. 

37 minutes ago, PinkSandGirl said:

10-night Ultimate Caribbean Itinerary 

 

April 12th - Day 1: Fort Lauderdale 

April 13th - Day 2: At Sea

April 14th - Day 3: At Sea

April 15th - Day 4: St. Maarten

April 16th - Day 5: St. Lucia

April 17th - Day 6: Barbados

April 18th - Day 7: Antigua

April 19th - Day 8: St. Kitts

April 20th - Day 9: At Sea

April 21st - Day 10: At Sea

April 22nd - Day 11: Fort Lauderdale 

 

🍹

 

I wanted to post the map with the route but the sailing has been pulled from the website for some time now and I can't find the map that shows the route. 

 

This is our exact itinerary in November on Beyond!  Really excited to join you on this Live from…

15 minutes ago, 81Zoomie said:

Just my perspective, but recreating the Elite Happy Hour Mingle/Get Together is a bit more challenging on E class because there are fewer bar locations inside.

Speaking of bars...Ascent and Beyond have a world class bar one deck up from the martini bar that overlooks the entire space.  What is located in that area on Edge?

4 minutes ago, justcrusn said:

If ordering a scotch, a single pour is not very much, I’ve had bartender’s OFFER a double pour.

“Sir, would you like me to make it a double?”

 

But haven’t had that happen with wine

Well that does make sense for drinks like scotch.  

Question, as I can't remember...can one get 2 drinks on a single card or do you need2 cards to get 2 drinks?  If you can get 2 drinks on one card then a double would make sense.  I wonder if one could get 2 doubles on a single card.

8 minutes ago, Josie2 said:

Okay but we said we hadn’t had an issue around the ship all week.

Hindsight is 20/20 but I don't think I would have said this for the exact reaction you got from the new server.  The double pours were likely in hopes of a tip.  Most bartenders truly do want to make the passenger happy.  From a corporate POV, drinks package or not, pouring doubles means resources are expended twice as fast...and for many, a double would be a waste because it won't get consumed.  I've set down countless drinks at different bars because I tried something new and didn't like it...hence a wasted drink.  My answer to the question is, I think it's about controlling waste.

We did not have a lobster night on our 6 night Equinox cruise last year. Was told it’s only on 7 nights or longer. I didn’t miss it bc I’m allergic but from recent pics posted, one would need a hand lens to actually find said lobster on the plate. That said, when we were on Ascent we dined in Eden and DH ordered the lobster casserole. It was basically a big pile of lobster meat with a nice looking gravy and some fresh corn. He said it was delicious and served as his lobster fix for the cruise. 

1 minute ago, Mike07 said:

 

 

21 or 22 days per YouTube

I figured it must be a long one.  I might have been inclined to pack up and head home but I guess they still have enough of a cruise left to stick it out.

2 minutes ago, Sacruiser62 said:

At this point if I were ncl.  I would refund there money and fly the. 1st class where ever they want to go and have them sign a release and that they will never travel ncl ever again....

Why?  Even if they did all that, they still wouldn't get any love in the media...that part of the story wouldn't get out....except for maybe the part about not being allowed back on NCL..which would make them the bad guys all over.  It's a PR nightmare no matter what they do...

3 minutes ago, Capitan Obvious said:

They missed the ship in Sao Tome. They then traveled to Gambia, but that port stop was cancelled due to the tides. Then they had to travel to Senegal where they finally boarded the ship.

Random question but does anyone know how long this cruise was?

My understanding is on S and M class ships you can order off the MDR or the Luminae menus.  I'm not aware of the blu menu being included.  On S class the Blu dining room is on a different deck and likely has a different kitchen, while Luminae and MDR share a kitchen on the same deck.

36 minutes ago, Harborgirl246 said:

As you can see above, not misinformation!

FB is a valuable source as long as you double check the information which I did. Those on here who slammed me, maybe should wait until they can prove me wrong.

If I may offer some constructive feedback, I think you got some push back to your OP because there really wasn't enough information upon which to comment.  Were you seeking confirmation from those currently on Ascent?  Expressing an opinion or concern about the practice itself?  Or calling out FB for maybe posting bad information?  It was just difficult to understand what you were asking/seeking.  Most users on this board are truly kind and helpful.  

1 hour ago, tothemall&beyond said:

and we were really intrigued by the size and layout of the cabin -- especially since it offers the same space as the stupid Infinite Verandas in which you have to keep the window closed anyway if you don't want the cabin's A/C to shut off.

Exactly the reason we booked the category as well!

2 hours ago, kirtihk said:

So many variables: Per person or for 2? Balcony or other category?  Refundable or not deposit?  With pre-paid gratuities or not?  If answer is the former for all questions (especially for the first and second), then it's great!

I'm not interested in the IV's so we booked a Deluxe Ocean View which is a forward facing stateroom with a faux balcony set up...at least that's what I'm calling it.  The drinks package is the classic and the wifi is the basic.  Grats were not included but we prepaid them.  The deposit of $900 is nonrefundable.  All totaled, with prepaid grats and the aforementioned inclusions for 2 people is $4000.  Oh, and we are getting $350 refundable OBC, which more than covers the gratuities.  I've paid a lot more for higher categories and on E class, I feel like there is so much included in the regular experience that I didn't feel compelled, nor would I pay current prices to book a suite...

Happy to be following along. We have the Beyond booked for 10 nights in November.
 

Im disappointed to read frozen drinks only at the Sunset bar. So no fruity cocktails, no vodka tonic, no beer?  Just frozen?  I can’t see how this would go over well. Sorry to have fixated on the bar issue…not sure what that says about my priorities 😎. 
 

Enjoy your cruise!

10 minutes ago, Folsomdoc said:

I like fetching our cappuccinos and treats from Bacio every morning using my little caddy which I ordered from Amazon thanks to a tip on this forum.

What is this elusive little caddy???  Sounds like I must have one...