Denny01

I agree, but thats what I remind those that tell me cruising is high risk so they go to DisneyWorld/Land and other such because few have reported getting COVID While there. Shorter stays mean fewer on-site cases, and they blame something else after getting home, such as Uncle Bill. Den

Seen posts about laundromats ashore….. So you load up your dirty clothes, carry them off. Go to a laundromat that Says it all will be done mid-afternoon. OK. Issues: - Spend time going there, getting it turned in and picking it up in a port you paid to go to. - If you think waiting 2 days onboard is an issue, what kind of ‘issue’ do you have when you get back to their ‘reputable’ laundromat and they don't have your stuff ready. You can always wait and catch the ship in the next port. - And the ‘savings’ is worth that??? To each our own. den

So much for me getting excited RCL is removing testing……for short cruises <6 days. Been on one and Never again. Get to port-unpack-enjoy a day or so-pack-leave. And the ports Nassau-Ensenada-yeah right. Doing it with a short cruise means most wont show COVID symptoms On the cruise but after, and all looks good. den

I’ve also used the laundry, before and after, and when turned in early in the AM got it back the next day and at a min the 2nd day. Clean, folded and have used it extensively and never lost a piece. Had one not in the bag and the steward left and came back with in shortly. That was Before the pandemic. No issues on the 2 I’ve had since. And the price is pretty much what I pay here, and I dont send it socks and underwear…..wash those in the sink. And they do have pressing service. Den

I use a professional Travel Advisor, not a Booking Agent, and let them do the waiting. den

In Oct, we checked in for our late Nov cruise and initially it only had 4pm. I went back a few times, and then it opened up with 11:30 and jumped on it. That was early in the process with the App. A 12:30 is bad at all and you’ll be onboard in 15min max, unless you have some hang up. den

And are you crazy?? Yes….crazy smart! den

The 4 MDRs are the best at sea. I realize special restaurants have ‘special’ menus but the E-Class 4 smaller, quieter, better designed MDRs are the hallmark of E-Class, along with the Eden area on the stern. Agree, miss the Sky Lounge……so I book S-Class. I miss the fantastic inside warm-water live action with the steel lounges in the water on the side with Bubbles coming up……So I book M-Class. den

We went carry-on and it worked. Had things laundered on the ship, and hand washed a few. All went OK. Funny on how ugh you can cut back, and especially shoes. I carry slip ones and a pair is for walking And pass for dining just fine. Even better with 5 of you…..roller suitcase and a backpack/bag for each! Wife carries a larger bag and puts the purse in it….a smaller travel purse. You mentioned a steamer…..clothes steamers not allowed on board. Den

Didn’t get a chance to add, but the AI maybe seen by Celebrity as something to get customers to book the SR, not just a way to get money as a standalone. Dont know and didnt do the math to see. den

Don’t disagree I’m surprised such a simple change isnt allowed. Den

Did a spot check, and the cruises I checked had AI for Retreat and Aqua, and the other SRs were Cruise Only. Need to look at specific cruises and see. Only shows up when you select Book, then see the list of SR classes and should show if AI is included and which. den

You can still do that, but that isn’t what the OP wants to do. Most do that if the ‘upgrade’ covers the loss or is a great deal. Den

Would Really miss Skagway…..the Whitepass rail is just great. And yes, Sitka has more options, but enjoyed walking Skagway and thought a few of the more local art shops were very interesting. Must wait and see. Den

Celebrity Check In procedures seem to be working great. We were on the Solstice out of Seattle on 1 July and we walked straight into the Terminal, through a bit of security line then right up to an agent, and we were not Retreat or high priority members. The RCL huge ship next to us, forget which, had a line out the terminal all the length of the ship. All outside. Not a happy crowd. No idea what RCL uses, either ‘show up’ or they dont follow the procedures. So @LMHSRN had a funny post, but its correct and it works. den

The low/non-probability of a clothes steamer setting off the sprinkler or fire alarm can be debated and such posts sound legit, and a steamer cant directly start a fire, but the Line lists it as prohibited for a reason and its their call. Thats good enough for apparently most of us here, whether we see it as a direct ‘threat’ or not. As I’ve posted prior, lost more shipmates due to fires than combat or any other reason. We are in a ‘building’ with the doors locked and a fire must be put out….not escape, except over the side. So I’ll stick with my beautiful ‘mane’ not being properly coiffed. Den

With no walkoff, the ‘normal’ start of off-loaded luggage on other ports Ive been on is 8-8:30. And there may be ‘plenty of later flights’ but are you ready to accept not flying 1st Class. Den

Just to keep this very intesting thread going, here is a Wonderful post about dress codes, I guy suggesting a dress code for their neighborhood: “Neighborhood dress code? Has anyone ever thought about the positive impact on property value that enforcing a neighborhood dress code might have? I'd feel more comfortable if I knew what to expect to see when I went out everyday - I imagine that could make our values skyrocket over the next 12-19 months. Happy to get a zoom call together for anyone interested in perusing this with me. Let me hear from you.” Just Love it and would Love for this guy to come join in here!! den

Depends…..but my three cruises since restart I was able to select11:30 as earliest. Someone posted 1100. Den

Just checked. There are a number of websites that state steam can set off fire alarms and extinguishers. No idea if that story about damage to a SR is true, but…. “Steam from cooking, showering, or even very humid weather can set off a smoke detector or a sprinkler” And we all know to Never question a website you just happened on….. den

I wasn’t speaking, well posting……, from direct experience. Just experience in other ports. Personally, after a real hassle in Seattle, I’ve been thinking about staying one night after the cruise to just made life a bit easier. Light traffic on Sunday means 14min instead of 20min. Den

If the OP called Celebrity and they said no to changing to AI, I believe thats the answer since Celebrity was asked. And yes, some X agents make mistakes, but…… Assume as with any reservation, current reservation can be canceled with the insuring penalties of whatever and rebook AI at the current pricing and availability. Den

Airport is 8mi away and depending on day of the week, you’ll be in heavy traffic. As @Happy Cruiser 6143 says, its a roll of the dice and all has to go with no hiccups. If you carry luggage off and get through customs, lets say 830am it’ll be ~20min or so taxi with the traffic, you’ll get there close to an hr prior. WIth the current full flights, if you have issues, you’ll have Big Issues. And I always remind those doing such that you’ll be checking weather, flight and airport status and so on days prior and adding Stress after a fantastic low-stress TA. Your call. And thats why its a cheaper flight. Den

I made two Edge cruises in 2019 full capacity and did not experience what you did. Not crowded, except in Eden when they put on one of the ‘shows’ that was done then. Rest of the time was no different than what we’ve seen on S-Class. Den

Love E-Class. I think the 3 Celebrity classes have a unique approach that I enjoy very much, but E-Class is my favorite. Surprised by some of the comments: More passengers? No. Not as many as S-Class and I think as in the other Celebrity ships, E-Class has designed the common venues to be Very accommodating. Not sure why the Luminae location is questioned. Just fine. I think the Eden area is fantastic. Love the wraparound the stern and more private areas to sit and enjoy. Great bar and Great view. Agree and miss the forward viewing, and atrium music can be annoying in other areas, but Nothing like when a band is playing in the S-Class Foyer and All open decks above are impacted. I personally enjoy the Infinite Verandas as a change. I’m not looking for the same venue in ship after ship after ship. den