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Thinking of booking our first cruise on Celebrity. We are looking at the Reflection or Equinox.  I  really enjoyed the thermal suite on the Norwegian Bliss and Getaway. How does the thermal suite on the Equinox or Reflection compare? Is there a quiet spot equivalent to the Norwegian Vibe on Celebrity ships? Thanks.

Had a Vibe pass on Getaway last week. On the first day there were 4 or 5 people smoking on one corner of the bar. Other days there may have been 1 or 2 people smoking there. I hate cigarette smoke but it was not noticeable there. The Vibe was great. Bartenders were fantastic. The biggest negative for me was the smell of smoke throughout the entire open section in the middle of the ship.

Ship: Getaway

Deck: 14

Stateroom: 14166

Category: Spa mini suite

Starboard or Port side: Port

Was stateroom quiet?

Generally, yes. Although there did no appear to be many children on our sailing, we could hear the children in the room next door when our balcony door was open. We could also hear chairs being set out on deck above early in the morning and occasionally loud music.

Was stateroom a connecting stateroom? No.

Balcony view: No obstructions. Nice mid ship slightly closer to front of ship.

Balcony size: The balcony, like most others on the ship is small. They feel narrow. Based on reviews I had read, I was concerned about balcony size. It was not as bad as I had anticipated. The table is tiny.

Other: Being a mini suite, the only difference from a bacony stateroom is a larger bathroom with double sink and a fantastic shower. Very good location for spa and Vibe access. Carpet in room was worn. Drawer under couch was difficult to pull out. Bed is by closet, not balcony. Storage space is decent. Despite some occasional noise, we would be happy to have this stateroom again.