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If you "share" the cabin with your mom, and register her in "your" cabin, she can actually sleep in the other cabin, , you can all enjoy the Elite perks.
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Let’s talk about Allure’s Suite Sun Deck
Cruise a holic replied to Doc2725's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Yes, none of Oasis either- the Harmony has one! But the suite decks are so much better! However, IMO they cannot beat the Celebrity Edge series Suite Decks. -
Perhaps you can consider a handicapped window cabin so you can reserve your spot then watch to see if a balcony becomes available. Some people cancel their cruise before final payment is due.
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Let’s talk about Allure’s Suite Sun Deck
Cruise a holic replied to Doc2725's topic in Royal Caribbean International
We enjoy the suite deck on the Allure. The bar is "usually" great. We had have had wonderful bartenders on the ship and some not so wonderful. We enjoy the shaded areas also and a dip in the hot tub. Enjoy your cruise. -
Are soda packages worth the cost?
Cruise a holic replied to Tntt's topic in Royal Caribbean International
If not interested in alcohol, we book the non-alcoholic beverage package. We get special coffee's, water and non-alcoholic drinks. We enjoy the frozen types of drinks on a hot afternoon. We also take spec water and cans of soda to our stateroom or on a shore X. IMO worth it. We do not drink the machine offerings. We wouldn't carry soda or bottled water on board. -
Canceling an excursion onboard
Cruise a holic replied to klb1978's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Why not cancel now? Just be sure that is what you want to do. -
Le Petit Chef - Worth giving up a Luminae night for?
Cruise a holic replied to schmenge's topic in Celebrity Cruises
Absolutely yes. We sail in suites on Celebrity. We typically take at least a three night specialty dining package. While Luminae is fine- the menu isn't great IMO. The specialty dining is much better. We enjoy breakfast in luminae, and some lunches- but if you are on a cruise more then 5 nights- I would book a few specialty restaurants. We enjoy Le Petit Chef. If you do not like the menu, they have alternate food- but it is a nice experience. Enjoy. -
Not easy to get a seat at the bar- come early. Also seating around the bar and you can see the "show". Yes you can order mocktails, soda or wine. They serve many drinks besides martinis
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If you don't mind drinking at 8AM works! But you also get some free drinks during the evening if that works best for you. Also, best to consider the buffet or MDR for a hot breakfast! Enjoy.
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Anything new at specialty restaurants (S-class)?
Cruise a holic replied to Alsmez's topic in Celebrity Cruises
We sailed on Equinox and enjoyed all the specialty restaurants, including Le Petit chef. They actually have two different menus per week- so you can decide which works best for you. They will also substitute courses as my DH doesn't eat any seafood and they offered him a different menu. We aren't sushi people and do not eat at sushi on five. Tuscan and Murano were good. -
If you want a true balcony cabin on the edge class ships, you should book an aft balcony cabin. As said above the infinite balcony cabins are really windowed cabins that open unless locked. We really were disappointed in the narrow cabin. The sky suites and above have true balconies.
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Interesting. The only ships we had a terrible soot problem was on Celebrity's corner aft S1 sky suites. Good to know that some of the Royal ships have a soot problem. Never noticed on Oasis or Harmony.
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ICON of the seas - what are your first thoughts
Cruise a holic replied to bgoff60's topic in Royal Caribbean International
We are two adults and booked the Icon of the Seas. We feel that the ship has many options for adults only. Yes, the ship will attract many families, but on all ships, we find quiet spots and enjoy seeing families have a great time. My only negative comment is the pricing is crazy, but it is still high for some of the old "tug" boats Royal still has. Thus far, the only ship that have disappointed us on Royal was the Adventure of the Seas. We have tried the Quantum and found that class of ship disappointing. Thus far our favorite class is the Oasis class. -
Is Celebrity getting a lot more expensive?
Cruise a holic replied to slanik's topic in Celebrity Cruises
Yes- pricing is getting insane. We always (in recent years) have sailed in Sky Suites and above on Celebrity. And Crown loft on Royal, however since pricing is getting insane, we are considering cruising less or will seek other options in the future. When we started cruising, we enjoyed balcony cabins , so perhaps we will go back to basics. -
You cannot take advantage of. Only if cabins are available, and the price drops before final payment you can.
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NCL or Celebrity for Mediterranean?
Cruise a holic replied to NCteacherlovescruising's topic in Celebrity Cruises
Unless in the Haven, IMO not a fan of NCL. The ship is so crowded and food not as good as Celebrity. Also NCL regular balcony cabins are small. While the ports are very important, we also enjoy the ship and nice accommodations. -
ICON of the seas - what are your first thoughts
Cruise a holic replied to bgoff60's topic in Royal Caribbean International
I agree. When on Disney only one adult restaurant called Paulo.Perhaps the newer ships have more options. Other restaurants fair. But now Royal entertainment has Disney beat. Also, for those who enjoy a casino, none on Disney. We went without kids and never again. We enjoy a quiet dinner. -
12 Nights of Luminae Food Photos - Celebrity Edge
Cruise a holic replied to QM2 Cruiser's topic in Celebrity Cruises
When I have family over for dinner it is a nightmare- We now either take everyone out for dinner so they can all eat what they want or order in separate for each. My DH eats less then me and is happy with the small filet like you. -
Our experience on the summit- has been great- it isn't a "party" ship like carnival. Typically a more reserved experience. I am sure you will enjoy the ship. Their is plenty to do and music and dancing in the late evening.