Rare Germancruiser Posted October 18, 2011 #1 Share Posted October 18, 2011 As I am just back from a wonderful cruise on Board Connie I want to share some objections I made during the cruise. First of all, sadly I missed the first inofficial meeting of our Roll Call. We just had some baggage issues to handle - so we could not make it. There were no inviaton for the offical meeting- maybe that also no longer is common with X. First the refit of last years was great succes for Connie- in my humble opinion. Some was new, some was different, some is sadly never existing. New and Different - of course Connie itself- the Parade around the Pool with the staff- nice! Extremly promotion for Tuscany Grill and Ocean Liners- could live without it Almost pushi to sell their Spar Treatments- totaly overpriced- feels like big summer or winter sale. Not to bothering but still... Premmium Non Alc package- will do that again, well worth it and a good bargain. The Participation of the Senior Officiers in passenger games- Casino- Pool. Nice touch and fun to watch- but I dout that they appreicate that new installment! No longer exists - Brunchbuffet- well that was maybe of the extrem Port intensive Itinerary. No longer Auld lang Syne at the last evening- that part I do really miss- was always a nice ending. I almost forgot to mention the choclates on the pillow are now much better covered ( prevents misshaps during the night if one forgets them to set aside) and are still there, which I hope will stay that way. All in all a wonderful crusie - and as for the Connie... those who know her will like the changes. Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Texed Posted October 18, 2011 #2 Share Posted October 18, 2011 WB Michael. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Project_gal Posted October 18, 2011 #3 Share Posted October 18, 2011 Michael Welcome home! Glad you liked the revamped Constellation. Sue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Germancruiser Posted October 18, 2011 Author #4 Share Posted October 18, 2011 WB back Texed, hope your are doing just fine. Sue- yeah really liked Connie in her new finnery. LOL. Captain made an announcement at his midday report from the bridge at our last and final sea day that X won the Conde Nast Traveler Competition. Very well deserved in my opinion. He past this information along with a brief history of Celebrity Cruises, the founding etc. , he even explaned the meaning of -X- at the funnels of all - X- ships. By the way Tex- I bet you know the Waffles were great- as usual. Greetings Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BEVGOO Posted October 18, 2011 #5 Share Posted October 18, 2011 Not that we're counting but we'll be on the Connie in 6 weeks. Have asked several questions about the redo but have had a hard time getting good answers to: Do the new flat screens have the music channels? I like to listen while I get ready in the evening while DH is on the balconay chatting with our friends next door. How are the beds? Hope they are still new and comfy. We can hardly wait! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EithneMay Posted October 18, 2011 #6 Share Posted October 18, 2011 I loved the Connie last April/May, and think the changes make the ship beautiful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
horsesandcruises Posted October 18, 2011 #7 Share Posted October 18, 2011 Not that we're counting but we'll be on the Connie in 6 weeks. Have asked several questions about the redo but have had a hard time getting good answers to: Do the new flat screens have the music channels? I like to listen while I get ready in the evening while DH is on the balconay chatting with our friends next door. How are the beds? Hope they are still new and comfy. We can hardly wait! heard that the new beds are "fluffy";) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygund Posted October 18, 2011 #8 Share Posted October 18, 2011 Who was the cruise director and was Perry onboard. thanks! Judy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
horsesandcruises Posted October 18, 2011 #9 Share Posted October 18, 2011 Who was the cruise director and was Perry onboard. thanks! Judy hope she stays and he goes for our upcoming cruise on the connie. he is horrible Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iancal Posted October 18, 2011 #10 Share Posted October 18, 2011 We were on the Sept 19 sailing. It as a wonderful cruise. Everything was perfect. We never bother with who is who on the ship but this time was different. Not sure who the Cruise Director was but every time he made a public appearance DW was afraid that he was going to come down and try and sell us a used car or a timeshare. That is what he reminded us of, and not a good one either. It became amusing after a time, and then a PITA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gelo7 Posted October 18, 2011 #11 Share Posted October 18, 2011 Nice review. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jconeil Posted October 18, 2011 #12 Share Posted October 18, 2011 Not that we're counting but we'll be on the Connie in 6 weeks. Have asked several questions about the redo but have had a hard time getting good answers to: Do the new flat screens have the music channels? I like to listen while I get ready in the evening while DH is on the balconay chatting with our friends next door. How are the beds? Hope they are still new and comfy. We can hardly wait! Connie is a great ship. We enjoyed it very much & have booked it again next year. The flat screens have the music channels. The beds were fine, & made with duvet covers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Germancruiser Posted October 19, 2011 Author #13 Share Posted October 19, 2011 I totaly forgot who the CD was- Perry was on board- and in great spirits as always. Of course after several evenings his jokes get a bit repeatative- but it is hard to expect every evening something new. Michaels Club was overcrowded as usual when he is preforming. Beds- very comfortable. Flats have music chanals. BYTW I am the only one who like Auld lang syne at the end?? Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Texed Posted October 19, 2011 #14 Share Posted October 19, 2011 By the way Tex- I bet you know the Waffles were great- as usual. Greetings Michael That is good to hear. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Germancruiser Posted October 20, 2011 Author #15 Share Posted October 20, 2011 HI Tex, I blame you for my newly addicton to Waffles- because it is well known that you love them- so I tried... LOL. :):D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Posted October 20, 2011 #16 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Hi Michael, Thanks for sharing your insights, and welcome home. We will be onboard Constellation in about 6 weeks. Can't wait ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiseacecat Posted October 20, 2011 #17 Share Posted October 20, 2011 I totaly forgot who the CD was- Perry was on board- and in great spirits as always. Of course after several evenings his jokes get a bit repeatative- but it is hard to expect every evening something new. Michaels Club was overcrowded as usual when he is preforming. Beds- very comfortable. Flats have music chanals. BYTW I am the only one who like Auld lang syne at the end?? Michael Hi Michael, I agree, the song made such a nice ending to dinner. Maybe we are just very sentimental. :) Anne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Texed Posted October 20, 2011 #18 Share Posted October 20, 2011 We will be onboard Constellation in about 6 weeks. Can't wait ! And we are on Constellation December 17th. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Texed Posted October 20, 2011 #19 Share Posted October 20, 2011 HI Tex,I blame you for my newly addicton to Waffles- because it is well known that you love them- so I tried... LOL. :):D Guilty, as charged. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Germancruiser Posted October 20, 2011 Author #20 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Andy- have fun and say Hello to Eli from the Martini - Bar. Lol. Anne- well I must admit I am - and not ashamed of it in the least. Hehe Tex- " Senteced to constantly waffles- have fun on Board Connie- I am sure you will like her in her new " outfit" ! Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetCruister Posted October 20, 2011 #21 Share Posted October 20, 2011 And we are on Constellation December 17th. :) And we board in 30 days...! WooHoo...!!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thechats Posted October 20, 2011 #22 Share Posted October 20, 2011 We were on the same cruise as Michael and agree that the Connie is in great shape. Be sure to try the "Bistro on 5" for crepes, soups, salads, and sandwiches. It was well worth the $5/pp charge to avoid the crowds in the buffet line and the not-mass-produced food was delicious. The Cruise Director's name was Keith Cox and he did come off as a bit too "slick" for our taste. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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