Cruise a holic

We aren't AQ fans. Would rather book a well located balcony cabin and spend the money on unlimited dining and drinking- Keep Blu and the AQ alleged perks.

Nope- if you can try to Royal up for access to the Lounge and Coastal kitchen.

We enjoyed eden- our new favorite restaurant. However we would never pay additional for a wine tasting menu. We might ask for different wine as we have the premium drink package. We once did the chef's table on Royal, it was a joke. Shouldn't charge extra- it was horrible.

Sorry you didn't enjoy your cruise. We avoid older ships. Especially if they haven't been refurbished. Try an Edge class ship. A very different experience. We especially liked the Apex. Food, service and entertainment were great. In addition, we love sky suites and above. If you can, try suite class- the lounge, pool deck and restaurant, make the trip so much better. The pricing is crazy now, but search for a good deal.

We enjoy the chic nights and do dress . We like to celebrate our cruise and enjoy dressing for the occasion. A big party IMO> Enjoy

My issue is that the level of service isn't their. We pay a premium to be in suites and enjoy the suite perks- I like assistance when necessary- IMO adds to making a more stress free vacation. We definately enjoy private and quiet time- but never have we felt intruded upon. Perhaps by passengers, but not by staff.

Maybe a thing of the past- the good old days.

Enjoy your cruise!!

We had sailed on deck nine in a central park view stateroom. Loved them. Yes you get a nice window seat. Room great if you are on a budget

The beyond is a wonderful ship. The retreat lounge, luminae and sun deck are fabulous. We do not need a butler and prefer using the lounge for snacks etc. IMO AQ isn't worth additional at all-- would much prefer a sky suite- no comparison at all- AQ is s gimmick- with a substandard restaurant and perks we never used. We have had butlers on celebrity and stayed in a variety of suites, including royal suites. Some butlers were great and helpful- others did very little- and were never available. These folks aren't paid a huge salary and probably depend on tips, so celebrity is truly being interested in their own profits and not the quality of the cruise for its customers- time to maybe move on to another cruise line.

probably depends upon the sailing. Perhaps during non-peak periods, more options available.

Absolutely not worth it. We do not enjoy blu, and much prefer the luminae dining room. Never liked the small thermal lounge and no value IMO using any spa concierge. Save your money- try a speciality restaurant. Other in cabin spa perks IMO useless.

Thought so

Is this something new? Never heard of it.

And so eventually will be all of us! Lol

My DH wears jackets and suits. We enjoy dressing for dinner. A personal preference

Did it once hardly any time. Ship only provides transportation. Ticket prices for a couple of hours insane. If we go to Disney, we do independent of cruise. Then we might take a cruise a few days later from Port Canaveral. Remember if you don’t get transportation from cruise line and for whatever reason get delayed, you can miss the 🛳️

I agree, Port Canaveral a waste of time, we never get off the ship at that port.

Sounds crazy. Perhaps a new Jr. Suite category that is sky class? Why would anybody pay more for a cabin with less perks? Prices do fluctuate. We booked a suite on the Icon the day bookings opened and now as time passes by the price has increased by 1/3 so a lesser cabin cost more. Key is to book early and preferably on board.

We like both- if a special occasion, I go with Murano- more elegant- food very good at both- Found service better in Murano. Try to do both! Include Central Park also.

Classy guy ! LOL

What next? No food included in base price of cruise? We are Elite Plus on Celebrity and will be DiamondPlus on Royal. Perhaps our time for cruising might be over. AI resorts are truly all inclusive. Maybe time to consider.

Yes!

My granddaughter wouldn't know the difference- Never had turkey tenders.

we also found a great shady spot on the Apex. We sit near the bar under the overhang. Also similar shady spot on other side of the pool. But why not have a true awning for those of us who want shade? I see people toasting themselves and cannot understand why they think it looks good. In a few more years, they may be sorry they did!