kmulhern

Hello

My group and I stopped at Grand Cayman in February and used Fat Fish Adventures to book our excursion. We did a 4 hour private charter, which included Stingray City, Snorkeling, Starfish City and Rum Point Beach for food and drinks. Everything was perfect. We were picked up by Craig who drove us to the boat. They provide water and juices, but we wanted alcoholic beverages, so we stopped at the brewery to get beers. We then we met Peter and Mandy who was the captain and cocaptain. Craig, Peter and Mandy were extremely knowledgeable about the island and told us just about everything we wanted to know about Grand Cayman.

I highly recommend anyone who wants to book a tour with a reliable, reputable company....book with Fat Fish Adventures. You will not be disappointed, so much better then a ship tour. I've been on over 15 cruises and have done many third party excursions and this excursion definitely is one of my favorites. Everyone had such a great time. We didn't feel rushed at all.

***they have jet skis too and will tailor your excursion and experience to what you'd like to do.***

We also love Cafe al Bacio. The specialty coffee and tea drinks are very good (try the ice tea, fresh made on the spot.). The pasties are free.

The cafe shop was one of the reasons I went to premium drink package.

Are there times in the day that cheeses and meats are served in coffee or other locations?

Thank you.

I would still take X (I would only take DCL if it were considerably cheaper than other lines.

 

Why?

 

1--casino. We love to gamble & have won 2 cruises playing poker while on other cruises...we usually do not lose our gambling budget but at worst break even

 

2--I thought DCL MDR food was the worst MDR we have sailed.

 

3--Children--now, we did cruise at Xmas so there were ALOT of kids (including our own); but now that we have teens or cruise as a couple, DCL has little draw (both for our teens, and would rather avoid that many kids...)

 

4--we like to dance & drink late--the nightclub area was DEAD at 10PM on our cruise. Again, may have been the Xmas cruise.

I am looking forward to MDR food if it is better than DCL. Eating at Remy on Fantasy was one of my most enjoyable meals. I will be going to the specialty restaurants to check them out. I consider myself a foodie.

Does celebrity have adult only areas?

We definitely had the same experience with the late night dying early. Good thing we usually meet a few groups to hangout at night.

Thanks for the reply

Don't miss the Sushi at 5:30 in the Oceanview Cafe. Take it to the Sunset Bar and have a glass champagne or wine while you watch the wake.

Exactly the kind of tips I am looking for. When and where items are available. I did go for the "Go Best"

Thank You

Book Tuscan Grill first night of your cruise, not too long after sail away time. Request a window table. Watching lights disappear as you enjoy good food and elegant surroundings....Excellent way to start your cruise!

 

Have a wonderful holiday!

That sounds nice!!!

Thank You!!

Do you have any must do items? We are not the casino type but If its there I will most likely stop by and hopefully eventually leave.

We are expecting a somewhat older crowd but we tend to mingle with the older crowd anyway.

If the cost was the same between DCL which would you pick and why?

Thank You!!!

I will leave as is.

I was wondering if anyone pre booked specialty dining and then once on-board was offered discounts and requested an adjustment or OBC?

I have 3 specialty dining pre booked but am now reading that there are usually on-board discounts offered between 30-50%. I am contemplating cancelling and booking on board OR maybe Celebrity will adjust if discounts are offered.

Thoughts?

Hi all,

My Fiance and I will be on the 12/21 holiday cruise on board the Equinox and would greatly appreciate a "cheat sheet" since this is our first Celebrity Sailing.

For reference we are 30 and 27 with no children.

We have cruised several DCL cruises including a TA and am somewhat nervous about our upcoming cruise since its all "New" to us. We have become familiar with DCL ships and crew and are also DVC members.

What are some must dos aboard the Equinox? We have booked specialty diners in all 3 restaurants. We enjoy live music and also the daily tastings and drink courses that DCL offers. Does Celebrity have classes such as whisky tastings, cocktails courses, ect...?

Any tips, tricks, positive or negative feedback will be greatly appreciated.

Thank You