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Last Jan we hit Zenith level. We did get a call and received a packaged with luggage tags and pins. We also took a free cruise in Feb and had a private celebration with a large cake. We were allowed to bring friends who traveled to us. We also were given a private Zenith number to use for everything we need book a cruise to anything we need for a next cruise. It's one of the best benefits you get. No waiting on phone and great help. We leave Sunday for two weeks on Ascent. Looking forward to it. Welcome aboard to the Zenith level.

Thanks for your review. Do you know who is the CC Hostess or Host? Thanks. We will come aboard on Jan 7 for a BTB. Can't wait.

Enoy, If you do not like menu, ask server, however not the first night, too busy. Also, get to now you wine Stewart. Same advice.

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More wines from July Equinox cruise, all were premium package in MDH Decoy Mer Soleil chard Pinot Noirs - Cherry Pie - Motu - Morphor Helena Red blend- Rebellious Chateau Amour Red blend I think, very good. We had a great sommelier who knew I would try anything. My wife only Mer So and KJ Chard Wife also likes White Cosmos, Lavender Lemon Drop, now available fleet wide, only was an e Class martini; 25th anniversary martini.

Sometime they are posted in a few weeks. Other times I get them on ship. Once I had to prove to ship with proof and then they called from ship and I got the obc in middle of cruise. I do agree if you want to use ahead of cruise call CC or celebrity if you are not a CC member.

In our years of experience 18 is used and was built for Oasis class RCL ships. X uses it during the week if two or more ships are in port on the same day. If you leave from 18 and come back thru 25 or 26 then you use a shuttle bus to back to you parking lot or the main garage. It is not an issue. I like 18 parking better due to access. If you are leaving from 18 and know you are returning to 25 I like to park in garage. You can walk to 18 or take shuttle when embarking, just my preference. No problem either way. Other option is offsite parking. Not for me but many like it for just this reason of different terminals.

Pool deck issues with chairs depends on cruise and length. Most cruises not a problem, but cruises less than 7 could be an issue. Every cruise is unique. Good luck.

We are just of the Equinox and had breakfast in meh every morning. We always requested a table for two and no problem. We also had lunch in meh on each sea day. We ate in Sushi on 5 on two port days and in Oceanview in the other port day and it was great. All experiences were great. The food was the same menus as before covid and was excellent.

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We had Avian water two weeks ago on the Equinox. I cannot believe I am saying this but it does taste better.

We were on the same cruise and were in mdr. I agreed with all you said. We are also Zenith and experienced retreat bar. All service was great in retreat bar and all dining. I have the same opinions about bar entertainment around the ship. I am over 70 and like acoustic guitars singers. In July on the Equinox there were two great performers, this time jazz and classical genres were the tune. Not our cup of tea. They were good but made us seek out the house band and party band. We still had a great cruise. This is why I like X, every cruise is different when it comes to entertainment. We still enjoy cruising.

With over 100 cruises and 70 on X, I would pick the Apex. More room in cabin and more room on ship. Ships are all packed now. there is more entertainment and venues than reflection. We have been on both recently. The only way I would choose reflection is if I enjoyed breakfast and spent a lot of time on balcony. Then you pick Reflection. we love the infinity cabin, more room in room and can sit there and enjoy view. Food is similar. Each has its advantages. I would choose Apex. If you want a balcony, when you are asked to bid on upgrade, bid on sunset and bid large and you might get it.

We were on Equinox last week. We went to MDH when we boarded and asked for a table for 2 and were granted one. We always do this. You have a real good chance if you want an early time.

My wife talked with Alex yesterday. She is Ascent concierge shoreside when you call. My wife told me who the concierge onboard is but I forgot, my age I guess. Sorry. Call Alex and she will take care whatever you wish. She is great.

I have used X credit card obc and my visa BOA cards on Celebrity. Yes is your answer. However I have had problems with one of the transactions and had to show copy of the reward to get it. So bring along your receipt in hard copy. I also lost a lot of X Boa obc during the pandemic. Celebrity and BOA does not communicate well. It was a nightmare to get some of the credit back. Lost over 500 dollars due to no one being able to follow transactions when cruises were cancelled. I have since cancelled my X card. I have more control over my Visa card thru Boa and ML.BOA is very hard to deal with too and together it was a nightmare.

I do not know what they will do. Others on this site do. I think they will finish with Retreat they cut off before everything stopped. The whole ship needs new chairs and carpets, all are worn out.

Interesting choice. Equinox will just be out of dry dock and Ascent is brand new. I agree with previous. If you are in suite book Ascent, if you are aqua book Equinox, if regular then either will be great. Since you will be in Med you will be in port a lot, ship life is not important. If you like cash, Equinox is best. We just came off Equinox last week, Great cruise. We will be on Ascent first two weeks of Jan, 2024. We love S class and really love E class. E class has more lounges and spec restaurants. Cannot make a bad decision. Have a great time.

They have sticky buns once a weekly at cafe Baccio. They are good but not the same as the Diner.

We checked in at 1045 for a 1130 time. There were no lines. That was Fort Lauderdale and ship was full. Somewhere else boarding might be strictly enforced. Onboard officer said ship is full the rest of the year. It showed on sea days.

We were on same cruise. We were in main dining. We have taken over 70 cruises on X. The menus have a few different items but what was served was great. The fish dishes which are not always cooked well, too dry, were excellent on this cruise. Even the lunches on seas day were outstanding. The chef has a lot to do with good food. Simple apps were good on this cruise. We also ate at Sushi on 5 twice for lunch, great and Le patite chef in Quisine once, again great food this time. Last cruise in July not as good. We did two lunches in Oceanview and they were good. The only criticism we had was side entertainment was not as good as in July. Too many classical groups, not any acoustical guitar acts. We just spent more time in the Martini bar. We will miss the Equinox next summer, but look forward to the Edge and the many differences that it has to offer.

Jim is right. My wife used the drink package.

We carried off the book. Very heavy.

I have for years thought that three things are very important, Food source, Chef, and almost as important is the waiter you have. Believe it or not I asked my waiter why does the ship and mdh fish quality vary so much from table to table. He told me that it depends on how the waiter selects the actual dish he or she brings to you. He tries to find one that is right off grill and sitting around drying out. That week we were with that waiter was the best fish I had on a cruise ship. Before that I stopped getting fish, most of time it had been too dry. Happy cruising.

We will be on same cruise and was just on in July. We were not in aqua at that time but were on in Jan also. Generally Sky lounge is not open from 12 to 3 but each day it can change. You can a drink at mast bar and then take drinks in for the view. We spend time there on some days. Also, usually Blu has lobster when it is in the MDR. It should be on second chic night usually second to last night. Do not believe the app like previous person said. Enjoy Blu, on the Equinox it is usually great both service and food. If you are not happy with either let someone know and the will get it right.