mindtry22

Thanks for sharing your experience! We did already go ahead and book it, and it sounds like it was a good choice!

Wondering if this guided excursion is worth it or if these are sights our family (2 adults, 2 kids) should just explore by ourselves?

Thank you all. Had the same question as the OP. We are a family with young kids and taking a cruise for the first time on the Ascent (Mar 10 sailing). Went into the app/website to get ready for the cruise this morning and was pretty freaked out to see that "reservations are strongly suggested" and then there's no times to reserve before 9pm. In my opinion, the way Celebrity communicates what to expect for "anytime dining" is super unclear for first time cruisers like us. I wish they would make it crystal clear that reservations are not needed unless you have a large party who wants to be seated together, etc.