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Not sure what you mean about the "Ship Icon in the upper right"? On my iPhone, using the current version of the app, the ship icon is on the left at the top. That said, my next cruise (May '24) shows up and if I select "Cruises" in the bottom menu bar, I can select other available cruises. To "select a different cruise," I can select the "person" icon in the upper right and that option's available in the "Your Sailing" section of the screen. Hope this helps, cjr

Received my 3 CC points per a Celebrity "From the Bridge" email yesterday p.m. I wasn't expecting them until November 14, per the "Q&A With Laura" CC opportunity email last month, so this was a pleasant surprise. cjr

This was exactly our experience with both levels of WiFi -- basic was nothing but frustration; premium was terrific, and definitely amazing when out at sea. Glad you upgraded @hankandteri! cjr

We docked April 06 in Miami (a Thursday) at 7 a.m. for a 10 a.m. flight out of MIA airport. The "unexpected things" happened and, while we ultimately made it to our gate on time, it was a nerve-racking experience requiring us to sprint across vast expanses of airport. We vowed never to cut it that close again. Congratulations on giving yourself that four-hour cushion, and hope you have a great cruise! cjr

We had basic wifi once, and I could not connect to anything throughout the trip. I just saw the "spinning wheel of death" as iPhone users often call it. On our cruise earlier this year, we had the premium wifi and the difference was profound... like upgrading from two sticks to a Zippo lighter to start a fire. Bottom line, if it's important to check out your home camera-feeds, then I would pop for premium. cjr

My wife and I shoot a ton of images on our phones, including selfies, so we haven't used the onboard photo package, but you can access your photos onboard at kiosks and select which one(s) you like, etc. Depending on the day/time, there's generally a staff member around who can help you, too. cjr

We use the Celebrity app on our iPhones and highly recommend it. Some of the features, such as the room-key and stateroom controls, are putzy and I don't use them, but it's made the check-in process a breeze on our last two cruises. As some have noted, you're not required to upload your photo, watch the safety video, listen to the warning sound, etc., in advance, but if you can get that stuff out of the way beforehand, I recommend doing it. You'll just be that much closer to sliding into "cruise mode." Also, I find the deck maps handy if you're unfamiliar with a ship, and the app makes it easy to find restaurant/bar hours, menus, etc. In the past year or so, Celebrity has put more effort into the app and introduced some nice enhancements. We'll definitely be using it again next May. Hope this helps, cjr

My wife is an absolute nut 🤪 about wrinkles in her clothes, but there are no in-room ironing boards, devices, etc., on board. On our Silhouette cruise this spring, we brought along Bounce wrinkle-release spray and she LOVED IT. (Here's the Amazon link; I receive absolutely no benefit for sharing it/if you buy here, etc...) My point is that I was amazed at her reaction to this stuff because she can be a tad obsessive about wrinkles 😉 As others have noted on this thread, though, she's too has sent a few items to the Silhouette laundry for pressing, and they do a nice job, as well. Finally, I convinced my wife to use a packing-cube system in her suitcase about two years ago. Begrudgingly, she now admits it helps reduce (but not eliminate!) wrinkles by the time we reach out destination. Hope this helps, cjr

We've chosen to "go green" on our Celebrity cruises primarily because we think the idea of fully cleaning our cabin twice a day is totally unnecessary and wasteful. We're not animals and generally leave our cabin fairly nice just in case my mother drops in. No different than wearing clean underwear in case you're in an accident. 🤣 That said, there are many "shades of green," and in terms of eco-consciousness, I believe anything we can do to minimize our impact helps. Arguing absurdum that something isn't "green enough so why bother" misses the point. Do what you can to make a difference. cjr

This is what I've experienced many times. Before I realized how "sensitive" the Celebrity site is, my wife and I kept locking each other out once as we tried to review/confirm a bunch of excursions from different devices. 😆 (I've also done this on my own, to be honest, when I bounce back 'n forth.) It can be frustrating, and I assume there's a reason for it (such as server data syncing), but time resets the lock out. cjr

We moved up from a veranda to Sky Suite for our 2022 cruise and did not receive an upgrade to our all-included package, which originally included the Classic booze package and basic Wi-Fi. Not sure if this has changed, nor do I know if moving from one suite level to the next makes a difference. It might, but according to Celebrity's "move up FAQ," Q2 states you won't receive any additional promotions, and Q-Last states guests will pay a higher gratuity amount. Our 2022 AI included tips, and I don't recall paying an additional "difference" at the end. I also recall we did not receive the additional OBC offered at the time if we'd just booked the Sky Suite initially. No complaints here; we had a blast and now just book Retreat-level stuff. Hope this helps, and good luck if you decide to bid! cjr

☝️☝️ This. The small print in the CC emails says: Power Up Points will be converted to Club Points and added to the verified member’s Club Points balance by the 14th of the following month. The "following month" historically follows the deadline-month for completing the CC activity. And I've yet to receive any CC points even one day earlier than the 14th 😄 cjr

I think this is sound advice and that calling Celebrity could prove worthwhile. Given this terrible war is only six days old, it might be too soon for them to know/offer anything definitive, but it's definitely worth trying. Moreover, you might get a sense of when the company might make such a decision to help you determine an "action date" you're comfortable with, i.e., when you want to move or cancel this reservation. Perhaps the latter is naive, but I've found action is generally better for my peace of mind than wondering/worrying, as I tend to do. 🙂 Hope your plans work out! cjr

I've found the app works very well, both pre-cruise and once aboard. I wish the "chat" feature could overtly signal "You've got mail!" if you will instead of only showing up within the app. Also, using your phone to unlock your door takes too many steps vs. just using your SeaPass. That said, the app has been updated since our last cruise and it looks like the developers are continuing to enhance its functionality. cjr

Aboard Silhouette last year, my loves-to-gamble bride finally induced me to plant my fanny at a slot machine in the casino and push a few buttons. Vowing to lose no more than $100 – and forced to insert my last $20 into the machine after the "wheels" kept turning against me – I eventually walked away with a net of 58+ bucks. I took the photo here to commemorate this rare event 😆 On our cruise this spring, I noticed a "Blue Chip/Pearl" designation on my SeaPass card and had to ask a crew member what it meant. Inspired, I plunked a few more bucks into the machines and, again, walked away with a modest net profit. Unfortunately, I've received no special offers from Celebrity as you have, @Spurs Fans. Maybe my ~$90 winnings are to blame and they're afraid I'll end up owning the ship; maybe they just recognize I'm a tight-a** who's never going to risk more than a Benjamin... Bottom line, I hope you win big next time! cjr

Happy to hear that, @2flacruisers and hope you have a blast on your cruise! cjr

Took me a second, but 🤣 cjr

I'd bring a few of those, just in case. cjr

Our first/only booking confirmation (made October 03) followed this same pattern. No "GTY" but instead an immediate suite designation. cjr

During our cruise on Silhouette earlier this year, all of the Apple stuff we'd seen six months earlier on the same ship was gone. Nothing but GoPro gear. That said, I have no idea if what a ship stocks at any given time is based on destinations, passenger demographics, product availability, etc., so posts from those who've cruised since April 2023 probably offer a better sense of things. As an Apple nut, I did scan the offerings in September 2022 and found them fairly limited, i.e., older models, and the prices didn't strike me as a bargain. If you're considering something onboard, it's definitely worth comparing specs/prices with Apple's online store just to be sure. Hope this helps, and hope you score the Apple bargain of a lifetime! cjr

I was curious what that meant, too, and after reading your post ran across this old post here: https://boards.cruisecritic.com/topic/2930498-summit-ultra-deluxe-concierge-stateroom/#comment-66160723 There's also this thread earlier this year about UD Veranda cabins you might find interesting: https://boards.cruisecritic.com/topic/2926243-are-ultra-deluxe-veranda-stateroom-the-largest-cabins/ Hope this helps, cjr

We experienced some sort of mix-up with our luggage on our last (Celebrity) cruise in April after disembarking that nearly caused us to miss our flight. With another cruise ahead, I been wondering if adding Air Tags to our cases might help and decided to look here today. Thanks @BTV and @Sophie's Mom1 for sharing your thoughts! cjr

Really can't suggest what you might like, @Woody14, since we don't know each other 😃 but I would take advantage of your Premium package on this cruise to discover what you DO like. Per your post, you appear open to wine, beer and cocktails. Therefore, find a bar or two that you like once aboard, and a bartender that you "connect with," and he or she can probably help guide you to at least a few beverages that you'll later ask for by name. You have an opportunity ahead of you! Hope this helps, cjr

I'm guessing this will draw the ire of some here, but sometimes, companies are not trying to slip anything past customers. Sometimes, companies are just really lousy at communicating. I've read this lament about Celebrity many times on this site, and I've thought it too. ☝️☝️☝️☝️ cjr

Agree 💯 percent. I prefer several places over Luminae, both in terms of menu selection and ambiance. cjr