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On 2/1/2022 at 4:57 PM, AKStafford said:

According to their website: https://icystraitpoint.com/tour/worlds-largest-ziprider-and-scenic-mountain-ascent/ , they want you to book through the cruise line.

Celebrity isn't offering it on their excursions. Individually or combined with anything else.  Maybe later when they know whether it will be operating.....

Perfect! Thank you so much. I couldn't find anything online about booking directly so this makes sense.🙂

I have a question about the zip rider: Can it only be booked via the cruiseline or can you book direct?

On 6/22/2019 at 1:06 PM, CJcruzer said:

We did a round the island full day tour visiting Changi museum and chapel, Kranji war memorial, Bright Hill temple which was very good, and we had a fantastic lunch included.

 

Singapore National museum and Asia civilizations museum are both wonderful, and gives you chance to get out of the humidity and heat,

 

Botanical/Orchid Gardens, China town,  Little India, all easy to visit by ho-ho bus, which we found to be good value - Gardens by the Bay is not to be missed.

 

Our second time in Singapore, we reserved tickets for Battlebox. Centre, in Fort Canning park - excellent tour and interesting history relating to Singapore and WWII.

 

Again, I would coordinate and alternate stops and visits between inside and outside - as the heat can get to be a drain. 

 

 

Who did you use for your around the island tour? It sounds great. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

triple lights.com is who we used. We had Yuki and it was the best choice we ever could have made. He picked us up at the hotel and deposited us back there - we used public transportation. He was so helpful and nothing we asked was too much. 

I don't have the secret answer. I do know when I was trying to get to it I had to do a pretend booking - usually just hit on a cruise and when I got to the second page the chat showed up. 

Maybe this will work until the real experts chime in...

We did both menu's on our last cruise. Loved it! - but we waited until they were offered at half price along the cruise. A table was set up outside the buffet selling the specialty restaurants. We enjoyed the old Quisine too. We did that one twice on the previous cruise and look forward to it on our upcoming one. 

They paid a lot for the concept so it's not going anywhere soon. Although, now we have done both once I see no need to go back unless the movie is changed. It was the show that made the meal. So yes, I agree with you..... the old one is better but I loved seeing the new. 

8 minutes ago, Charles4515 said:

Security personnel are trained differently than customer service personnel. Their role is not to be your friend. They should treat people with respect but I have found that it often does not seem like they do in general, not just cruise line security. 

Yes they are trained for a different job, true. I still believe that it can be done without screaming and disrespect. Even when I get a ticket for going minimally over the speed limit..hahaha... the officer is polite and respectful. If he can do it when not knowing who he/she is coming up against, so can a Celebrity security guard standing at a machine.

If we are juggling bags, cameras, parcels, our sea pass card, people jostling us in line after a fantastic port day it dampens the Celebrity experience when being screamed at to move along , hurry - hurry,  have your change out, don't hold up the line!! All while the line is not moving as it is backed up due to volume NOT people being slow. And, if I moved up any further it would be considered inappropriate contact in most countries. The times I have really been upset with it is when I look at who's screaming and they are busy on their phone while shouting orders. 

I agree with you, respect in general has taken a left turn. 

Nope, security not getting a pass from me! :O)  There will always be the entitled few but the majority of people are good. Treat people with respect - that is what they are paid for- and it will be returned by most. Kindness is never misplaced.

You know, I have said that too. Security needs to be reminded of how to treat people. It's just been the last few cruises but I am tired of being screamed - yes screamed - at by security. It hasn't been at us directly but at the line up of people waiting to go through the scanners. No please, no smile, just orders and demands. 

Thank you for this thread. We are on the Connie in December and have sent in photo's - I wasn't sure why they asked but now I have an idea!

My question is: the old way the card is also how you charge things. Is this still the case and if someone takes your card, as in OP's case, could they then have charged drinks, etc? Yes, it would be reversed, but again the time to get it done is holiday time!!

8 hours ago, trishtoro said:

So just clarify what I’m checking for again?

If one of the slot machines is called 'jackpot party'. But only if you are walking through the casino. I know you are now in a port intensive part of your cruise and you will be busy, busy in the best possible way!!! Thanks you for even CONSIDERING this!!

2 hours ago, trishtoro said:

Would that be on my daily schedule? I heard something about the progressive being maybe $40,000 but don’t quote me

No, jackpot party is one of the slot machines. it's the only slot machine I play. On the ship in December and wondering if I should budget for my jackpot party fun!!

Silly question, but ......oh well, I'll ask!

If you are strolling through the casino could you please see if they have the slot machine, Jackpot Party?

Thanks! :O)

True, they can be more expensive but sometimes not by much. I have one booked on the Connie now and chose it as it was only a tad more and Blu was worth it for me. 

Have a look at the deck plan. Especially the floor above you. I booked on deck 9 but was cautious about selecting a location where the buffet chairs and tables won't be as audible. The staff tend to drag and scrape them early in the morning and late at night. Also, if possible, look for a cabin that doesn't have a large 'no cabin' space directly in front of your cabin. I don't know how better to say that!! It's great if they are cabins that open on the other side but if it is dead space it could be where the staff are in and out with their carts and have their morning chats.

I've had AQ on a few of the ships and enjoyed it. I personally don't think any of the perks other than Blu are worth it (and to be honest we tend to order off the main menu a lot of the time) but I like breakfast quick without crowds and the small dining room.Not worth hundreds but worth a bit.

I hope others chime in so I can see how my cabin really stacks up!!

I bring my pillow- I love it and don't want to think about who else has been sleeping (or whatever!) on it. Soap, shampoo. I used to bring my hairdryer and gave that up for space. I WILL be googling dyson's today! Thank you for that tip. Duct tape is a given. Used it many times in rough water to keep drawers closed! Pictures of the fur kids - none of the human ones.

Thank you for letting me know that formal/whatever isn't required in Blu. I did not know that and we stayed away on our last cruise. We were dressed casually but saw everyone on ship dressed up and decided to head to the buffet instead. yay for next time!

Years ago when my daughter was in her early 20's and travelling as the young do - backpack, cheap, multi stopped flights- used to roll her eyes when I would shop for my flights. List by shortest time- not by price! Now, as she has gained years she sighs and says, I'm too old for all these stop overs - is there a direct flight? She has also graduated to a suitcase. Smartly, I just turn away and smile........

6 hours ago, OriginalBoat said:

 

I've been following Edge pretty closely.  Reported areas differ from what you quoted.  It's been reported that the Deck 5 area was closed while sailing in US but open in Europe.  There's also been a reported covered area just above the pool deck by the Mast Grill in the US, not sure if they closed it when they reopened the covered area on Deck 5.

Oh no! I hope it's correct for the Connie! This was copied and pasted from the 'chat' I had on the celebrity website asking where the smoking areas are. darn darn darn.

Can someone tell me if all Celebrity ships have the smoking sections on the port side? Travelling on the Constellation soon-ish and will be on deck 9. Will choose the non smoking side. I was in an aft facing once and smelled the smoke from the bar above. Thanks!

Hey, Madmother21! How much did you eventually take in each currency? Did you plan correctly? I am going through the same dilemma! 

1. I always bring my own. 1. I drink pepsi and they serve coke. 2. I started with a drink package but they take so long to deliver that sometimes I did not get it until the meal was over! 3. My can of pepsi holds a table while I run and get food. 

It's lovely not to have to run out of the cabin when you want a drink during the cruise. As mentioned, slap a tag on it and it comes with the luggage.

Please correct me if I am wrong, but, if you do not leave the auto gratuities on your bill then anything collected by individuals has to be put 'in the pot'. If you leave the grats on then anything extra you give can be kept by the individual.

The same staff work the buffet area as in the dining room. They all take shifts and bus tables, get drinks, etc. The gratuities are divided between staff - behind the scene too - so whether you leave it on your final bill or do it individually it will be split.

It is my understanding that you must go to the front desk to remove the auto gratuities and they will ask you why and what was not up to standard.

Me too! Same reason.

AWESOME! Thank you!

 

Does the casino have the 'jackpot party' or 'fishing Bob' slot machine? I love the interactive ones. :D

I know you are busy enjoying the ship BUT just so it's easy to find this thread :D:D...

Bump!

Thanks everyone for the quick response. I will wait until next week and if I don't hear anything by then I will call Hyatt Place to confirm.

 

To those of you who have been there previously, about how many walking blocks to a nearby restaurant. My husband uses a walker, but doesn't walk to far, two or three blocks is about all he will be able to handle.

It's been a few years since I have been but when we have gone there is an Outback Steakhouse just across the parking lot. A Publix / shopping strip is through the the hedges although no real restaurants there that I can remember.