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Just to add, we were in 8282 - nice room.  The deluxe inside rooms are a nice size.

I don't know if it was because they knew we were British but on our Ascent cruise in the Caribbean there was a kettle in our room without having to ask.

On 3/6/2024 at 2:19 PM, catsmit said:

We are set at early traditional in the Tuscan Restaurant and we are at the same table with the same wait staff. We were instructed to just walk past every one in line and go to our table. Having said that, I have spoken with others onboard who said they have anytime dining even with a set reserved time. They still had to wait in line to be seated because they did not know their table assignment. 
 

On embarkation day, there was a dining room hostess desk located on deck 3 just off from Guest Services. We met with the lady who accommodated our request in the Tuscan Restaurant at an assigned table and time for the duration of the cruise.

 

Even though we are dining in Tuscan, we can order any of the exclusive dishes being served in the other three restaurants; it doesn’t matter - appetizer or entree. 

You're going to be off the ship now but there is no assigned dining even though they tell you there is.  You can go to any of the 4 restaurants at any time.

That’s so interesting. Thank you for telling me. I know it’s none of my business just interested!  On the Ascent this Sunday. Very excited. 

1 hour ago, Darspurs said:

I was recently on the Ascent and I got a Blue chip free cruise certificate. Being in the UK for us to go to the USA costs a lot so we looked at the list and there were a few cruises in Europe which are a lot easier for us to get to. So we have booked a week of Greek Islands for August.

Please explain what you mean.  How did you get a Blue chip free cruise certificate.  Never heard of these?  How did you enjoy your cruise?

Thanks for answering. Enjoy. 

How fantastic.

If you don't mind me asking - do you gamble a lot.  Some people seem to get offers and others never get offers!  If it sounds like jealousy - you're not wrong!

2 hours ago, Luvcrusn said:

Anytime we've done Go Green, the steward cleaned the room during the AM hours and straightened and refreshed the room (including replacing used towels) in the evening turn down service. Honestly, we noticed no difference in the service we received when we weren't signed up for the program. I suppose you could ask your steward when you meet them for the cleaning at night if you prefer.

Ok. Thank you. 

I know we can not understand Celebrity's logic but if you're not 'anytime' why give you a time.  Do you think because of the non edge class the computer can't cope with individual ships?

I don'[t think they're talking about booking the restaurant themselves they're saying they've been allocated 8.30 dining as in not 'anytime'.  I'm on a B2B and one is 8.30 and one is Anytime so I'd also be interested in the answer - never been on edge class.  Sorry if I've confused it more!

Hi.  I've just been offered this on my upcoming cruise.  Can you change round when your room is cleaned as I would prefer my room to be cleaned in the evening?

Thank you. I’m relieved!

So, on Ascent are the Infinite Verandas doors going to let in all the light or will there be curtains or blackout blinds?

Also if it's not a European cruise you can easily change as more people are trying to change to early than you can imagine!

If you're B2B and changing rooms, how does that work or shall I wait until the meeting!

The early show which used to be at 7 was always less popular than the 9.00 show.  I wonder if this will change as it's half an hour later.  We used to go before dinner but that won't be possible.  Different ship, different times - shake things up a bit - we don't like change!!!

15 hours ago, Reel Love said:

Not on this cruise, but will chime in (hope you don't mind, hcat).  If you enjoy snorkelling, I would recommend Brewer's Bay.  We went there in June when sailing the Equinox and it was a lovely, almost uninhabited beach with good snorkelling.  Somewhat out of the way and just one rustic restaurant/bar there.  I think there were only about 20 people on the whole beach there the day we went.  Of course, if you don't want beach/snorkelling, please ignore my comment lol.

sorry to hijack for a minute but could you tell me how much the cab costs.  We're thinking of going there.

Thank you.  I had read something like that but wanted to check as $72 return for too seemed expensive to me but I guess that's the going rate whereas the tour is a reasonable amount. 

Looking forward to it anyway!

I have looked but wonder if somebody could help.  Taxi's seem to be very expensive to get around.  I haven't been to Tortola before so I would like to see some of the Island and then go to smugglers cove.  Is this possible and what should I expect to pay?

If we decide just to go to Smugglers Cove does anybody know how much a taxi is at the moment.

Thanks in advance.

thank you.  Hope you enjoy yours as well.

7 minutes ago, mac_tlc said:

 
There are a number of shops that have jewelry. I’m  sure my wife will visit a few of them 😳😳. 

The only way I know of is to go in and ask about a piece. 

 

Anything in particular?

 

mac_tlc

 I have my eye on a bracelet for my 60th but I wouldn't put you out to do that I can wait.

Loving your review.  Is there a way of finding out prices of jewellery on board Ascent?

Thank you for this.  

I wondered about the temperature inside.  I almost always wear a jacket as I'm often a bit chilly!  

maybe I'll look on Facebook to see if there is more activity.

Last year we had a good Roll Call.  We did a slot pull and people did bring gifts which I've never seen before and a couple of private tours together.  

There are no connection parties as far as I know.

I mentioned a cabin crawl as I haven't been on Eden class - zero response!  Never mind, it won't spoil the cruise obviously but its nice to meet other people that way even if its only for the sailaway.