Cruise a holic

We have done a couple of NYE cruises, about three years ago on the Edge. They are great. People in a holiday mood- dressed up to celebrate and it is great fun- hats and noise makers were supplied. This year, we have another NYE cruise on the Apex however, with covid- maybe things have changed- But I am sure will be fun!

AQ isn't for me- found the cabin to be regular sized and not a fan of blu. I would book a regular or Concierge class cabin for the extra's, and dine nightly in specialty restaurants.Haven't been at all impressed with the persian garden or other AQ gimmicks.

actually, I went on an early Edge sailing. Service overall wasn't great. I believe many staff members weren't trained. We will be sailing on the apex later this year on a back to back. Since the ship is out a while now, I anticipate well trained employees and excellent service.

We typically send out laundry 2x a week. On a b/2/b same second week. We do pack heavy- but like underwear, socks, pj's and some inexpensive polo's cleaned. I hand wash swim suits, and if necessary dry clean an occasional pair of pants and tops.

We love the retreat on the Edge- bigger on the apex. The lounge is very large comfortable and offers plenty of seating. The upper portion, has a great large sun deck, full bar and not many shaded areas. The lounge chairs are very plush and comfortable. We try to get their early to reserve our space in the shade for the day as my DH cannot be in the sun. You can also get a nice (limited) menu lunch served. The deck has both a small pool and hot tub. IMO so worth it Makes the cruise extra special. Other perks for suite guest also very good. You will be spoiled and not go back to a regular cabin. Food very good in luminae. And if ordered in advance, they will honor special requests. Enjoy

The summit looks grea, it has been refurbished- others nice but not refurbished yet.

We found Aqua a waste. Didn't like blu- we save the money and dine almost daily in Specialty restaurants. If we aren't in a suite, and CC is reasonably priced, we prefer- the extra points, and better located staterooms worth it to us- or if price high- book a well located balcony and save your money for Specialty restaurants. Since a done deal- enjoy your concierge class stateroom

Just be in the lounge as soon as the departure time is announced. Speak to concierge day before for specifics.

Yes. Many people carry off something

We like to call to reserve air- easy- also we booked via choice air and for our december/january and march cruises flight time and flight numbers change multiple times. So be aware. Not carved in stone if the airline moves planes around.

We were on the Adventure in May with family. We found dining services and food poor. No more AOS for us.

We have sailed on about 50 cruises. Mostly Celebrity and Royal Caribbean. We prefer newer ships. Have repeated many ports. But for us, the ship is the most important part of the destination. Love the Caribbean. Celebrity Royal Princess Disney Carnival NCL Plus a small cruise ship, the stella solaris in Greece many years ago. And a "luxury barge" cruising down the Nile. Will not go back to Disney as it is so overpriced. The best multigenerational cruise IMO is Royal Caribbean Oasis class ships. Just us, we love Celebrity Edge and Solstice class ships.

Definately consider an aft balcony cabin for a true balcony. If your budget allows, consider a sky suite or above. Some near elevators and work for those with limited mobility.

We did the chef's table on the RC Oasis of the Seas. It was truly a waste for us. Food wasn't good- and we did get wine with each course- but we could have ordered wine with our dinner and some of the wine wasn't for me or my DH. We will stick to booking sp restaurants for a fine dining experience in the future.

We do not bring any linen clothes. They tend to wrinkle- Try to bring clothes that are "wrinkle free". We also use the fabric softener spray and the pressing and laundry services.

Ditto with scooter. Also ships are huge and it is a long walk to many venues- why not enjoy the ship and ports.

But the discounts are very small for the dining packages. In the past, we saved so much more. I was hoping that the discounts would be 20% Those days are over

How was the weather? Were you able to swim?

Anybody know if we can expect a sale offered by celebrity for any packages offered by Celebrity? Want to book some extra's for our dec/january cruise. I am not optimistic but perhaps somebody knows for sure. Thanks

I also like cafe Al Baccio for a light continental style breakfast or lunch. The offer muffins, some other options which are great- they are open very early and close very late.

I assume you aren't in a suite or you would have another choice, Luminae. But we do not like buffets unless we are the first people to arrive- cannot deal with picked over food even before covid- we also like room service as an option We have had tables for two in the MDR also for breakfast. The mast grill is good for Hot dogs, burgers , trimmings and sometimes other choices for lunch. Enjoy your cruise.

We purchased the package- but I upgraded as I wanted a special piece. Do before you board so you reserve a good time.

I assume you aren't in a suite or you would have another choice, Luminae. If Aqua class Blu and option for breakfast. We also do not like buffets unless we are the first people to arrive- cannot deal with picked over food even before covid- we also like room service as an option We have had tables for two in the MDR also for breakfast and the food was good. The mast grill is good for Hot dogs, burgers , trimmings and sometimes other choices for lunch. Enjoy your cruise.