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 We are also in the same situation.  We just celebrated our 60th by cruising the Greek Isles on Reflection.  We always book aqua class for dining in the Blu. While on the cruise we were thinking about booking the Baltics for next year but the prices for Aqua were outrageous.  Thanks everyone for recommendations and opinions.

We looked into the train but decided on Rome Cabs which we highly recommend.

Wow, hope we find out. Definitely rocking and rolling our way to Barcelona on this beautiful say.  No vibration on deck 11 midship. 
 

We booked Oia on your own excursion. We tendered to a separate port and were bused up the island 😬 to Oia. Had 1.5 hours to explore and then dropped off in Fira. We ate lunch and headed to the cable car line. Surprisingly it was very long but moved at a decent pace, probably took us 35 minutes to the cable car. I heard later in the day the lines were 1-2 hours, can’t imagine in that heat. 
After dinner in the Blu we went to the sunset bar to watch sail away and ended the evening with a night cap in the ensemble lounge. 
below is the view from Oia. 

So sorry to hear about the still missing luggage. Last night was Abba sing along in the Grand Foyer and it was packed on all 3 levels. It’s was really fun seeing all ages engaged.

We are in aqua class and eat most meals in the Blu. There has been previous discussion about ordering off of main menu while dining in the Blu. We have had no problem since we usually order escargot each night. Food and service in Blu has been outstanding! 

Yes, it was very hot in Athens. We booked a private driver with PK Travel. The driver met us at the pier at 8 am and drove us straight to the a acropolis to beat the crowds. It was crowded but doable. By the time we came down the hill around 9:45 it was a madhouse. Our driver drove us around where we saw various landmarks and had a chance to see the changing of the guards at the presidential palace. We continued on to the National Archeological Museum and afterwards where dropped off at the plakas. It was an incredible morning with a fantastic driver. My one piece of advice is to buy your tickets for entrance ahead of time. I didn’t understand why so many people where in line to buy tickets at the acropolis when you can purchase online. 
 

Last night on the ship there were plenty of activities: theatre production, silent disco poolside, grand foyer music and 80s music in sky lounge. We stumbled upon an acoustic tribute to Fleetwood Mac in the Ensemble Lounge that was well attended. I haven’t need to the Lawn Club but there was a late night showing of Elvis the movie. 
 

looking forward to Mykonos!

We are also on board. After dinner in the Blu last night we went to the atrium for 80s music night. Tons of people there having a great time. The staff is probably one of the friendliest we have encountered. I will also second that the solarium is policed very well for people with kids. A previous cruiser posted comments regarding vibration and I’m happy to report from deck 11 so far no vibration. 

We will be joining you on this cruise! We leave Thursday for Rome, so excited!

Thank you for all the helpful information.  If you have time would you take a screen shot of the drink and wine menu.

Enjoy the rest of your cruise.

How has the wifi been on the ship, any need to upgrade?  We will be sailing on the 17th!

This is very helpful info. We will be disembarking end of July and will go straight to Hotel Jazz, drop off bags and head to SF.  Afterwards we will take the advice to go to the Casa Batllo, can you jump on the HOHO bus somewhere near Passeig de Gracia to ride for the afternoon?

In January I booked  our stay for the end of July but that was Chase points.

Has anyone visited Vioma Vineyard for a wine tour?

Looks very interesting

Does anyone have a current wine list, I looked on the app and it only showed a few by the glass.  I would like to see the selections before deciding to upgrade.

On 1/14/2023 at 8:38 PM, marazul said:

The afternoon tours are now called "Extra Time" at the Sistine Chapel. It includes Happy Hour. 

how far in advance can you buy those tickets?  Is it guided or on your own?

We will be on Reflection in Aqua class in July, love Blu.  Enjoy your trip!

Has anyone done a food tour in rome that recommend?  We will be there post cruise in mid July.

Thanks,

Has anyone had an experience with a food tour they recommend in Barcelona.  Ending a cruise there in late July this year.

51 minutes ago, PRH said:

You can bring two bottles of wine onboard per person.  Given our recent experience, we are definitely taking advantage of this to have nice wines we really enjoy rather than hoping for something that doesn’t seem to be “stocked.”

It's only 2 bottle on embarkation day correct?  You can't buy 2 bottles in a port to drink on board?

I looked at the app and the wine selection is pitiful, kinda worried

Looking at a cruise to Greece Reflection July 2023 and prices ARE NOT  being reduced by any means.  A little frustrating and wanted to vent.  Love Celebrity and don't want to look at other lines so guess we will wait to see what happens.  Thoughts?

What hotel in Rome?

Considering booking on vista for Europe next year. We haven’t sailed on Oceania so was wondering what nightlife is like onboard especially if you don’t attend the nightly show.  

On 5/29/2022 at 12:03 PM, Host Bonjour said:

 

Seconded! Thanks for thinking of this Slidergirl! 😎

 

It's been wonderful to see the All Things Food & Wine sticky expand, thanks to everyone for adding their recommendations and continuing to ask questions, contribute to conversations. It looks like it's making a difference in helping travelers increase and enhance their planning and enjoyment of meals during their time in Rome and elsewhere in Italy, a country so renowned for its culinary riches. 

 

Well done community, as always 🙂 

 

I wish there was all things food and wine on the Greece and France boards also

THanks everyone, this was really helpful

We are going to switch from Celebrity and try Oceania next summer for a cruise to the Greek Islands.  Was wondering if anyone has copies or links to the various dining options that they would be willing to share.

Thanks!