5 Night Cruises

[travelingirl70]

I've only ever done 7 night cruises before. I read a lot on these boards about the differences with longer (e.g. 14 night cruises) having less kids. I'm curious if there are any noticeable differences with shorter cruises (other than the obvious, fewer ports).

 

We've booked a 5 night on the Constellation in April. It is spring break week in the northeast and because I booked late, finding flights to get in for a 7 night cruise was a challenge. But the price was right for this cruise and for the flights so we decided to go for it, even though it's a bit shorter. We have stops in Key West and Cozumel.

 

Curious if the shorter cruises have any noticeable differences, mostly in terms of passenger demographics. Kids on board? Our DD14 is sailing with us so I'm hoping she can meet some people to hang out with. Also, does this mean 1 formal night instead of 2? What else would be different?

 

Thanks!

Edited January 11, 2014 by travelingirl70

[Lois R]

I've only ever done 7 night cruises before. I read a lot on these boards about the differences with longer (e.g. 14 night cruises) having less kids. I'm curious if there are any noticeable differences with shorter cruises (other than the obvious, fewer ports).

 

We've booked a 5 night on the Constellation in April. It is spring break week in the northeast and because I booked late, finding flights to get in for a 7 night cruise was a challenge. But the price was right for this cruise and for the flights so we decided to go for it, even though it's a bit shorter. We have stops in Key West and Cozumel.

 

Curious if the shorter cruises have any noticeable differences, mostly in terms of passenger demographics. Kids on board? Our DD14 is sailing with us so I'm hoping she can meet some people to hang out with. Also, does this mean 1 formal night instead of 2? What else would be different?

 

Thanks!

 

Hi,:) yes, there will only be 1 formal night on the cruise and yes,

there will probably be other children on board the same age

(or close to) as your daughter.

[Gracie115]

I've only ever done 7 night cruises before. I read a lot on these boards about the differences with longer (e.g. 14 night cruises) having less kids. I'm curious if there are any noticeable differences with shorter cruises (other than the obvious, fewer ports).

 

We've booked a 5 night on the Constellation in April. It is spring break week in the northeast and because I booked late, finding flights to get in for a 7 night cruise was a challenge. But the price was right for this cruise and for the flights so we decided to go for it, even though it's a bit shorter. We have stops in Key West and Cozumel.

 

Curious if the shorter cruises have any noticeable differences, mostly in terms of passenger demographics. Kids on board? Our DD14 is sailing with us so I'm hoping she can meet some people to hang out with. Also, does this mean 1 formal night instead of 2? What else would be different?

 

Thanks!

 

 

We did the 5 night cruise on Constellation last April and there were LOTS & LOTS of kids on board. I was amazed at how many frankly. Having said that, while the ship was really full they handled the crowds well. I'm sure DD will find a lot of others her age. We love the Connie!! Enjoy!:)

[miched]

There really is no difference in a 5 or 7 day in the amount of children for that time of the year. Last year we did a B2B on a 5 day Constellation and 7 day Reflection. Walked of the Constellation over to the Reflection. Both ships had more children than usual and on both ships the lounge entertainment was more to appeal the younger crowd.

 

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[ORV]

Here's my take,

 

1, they're way too short, do at least 2 of them together

 

2, much more of a party crowd than you usually see on Celebrity.

[travelingirl70]

Here's my take,

 

1, they're way too short, do at least 2 of them together

 

2, much more of a party crowd than you usually see on Celebrity.

 

By more of a party crowd, do you just mean livelier and more people at the bars or do you mean a Carnival-like crowd. Not trying to be negative, but we've done a couple of Carnival cruises and came to X to escape that atmosphere. I don't mind a lively crowd, but really enjoy the casual elegance that is X.

[Gracie115]

By more of a party crowd, do you just mean livelier and more people at the bars or do you mean a Carnival-like crowd. Not trying to be negative, but we've done a couple of Carnival cruises and came to X to escape that atmosphere. I don't mind a lively crowd, but really enjoy the casual elegance that is X.

 

I've been on 3 different 5 night cruises with X, 2 of them on Connie....in NO WAY are they like a Carnival cruise. I guess they are more of a party crowd then the longer cruises but I didn't notice anything particularly different except perhaps the nights went a little later than on longer cruises....you'll have a good time...no worries....:)

[going2cruz]

Here's my take,

 

1, they're way too short, do at least 2 of them together

 

2, much more of a party crowd than you usually see on Celebrity.

 

I've been on 3 different 5 night cruises with X, 2 of them on Connie....in NO WAY are they like a Carnival cruise. I guess they are more of a party crowd then the longer cruises but I didn't notice anything particularly different except perhaps the nights went a little later than on longer cruises....you'll have a good time...no worries....:)

 

I can only hope!

[ORV]

By more of a party crowd, do you just mean livelier and more people at the bars or do you mean a Carnival-like crowd. Not trying to be negative, but we've done a couple of Carnival cruises and came to X to escape that atmosphere. I don't mind a lively crowd, but really enjoy the casual elegance that is X.

 

My experience was on the Constellation in Feb of last year on a B2B. Itin Cozumel, Honduras, / Grand Cayman Falmouth. There were many, many more 20 and 30 somethings around the pool during the day than any other Celebrity cruise that I've been on. I did notice the security guards having issues keeping one group from taking their glasses/bottles in the pool. It was incredibly active during the day there. Bars were crowded in the evenings, casino was busy, things were hopping. I wouldn't say it was a Fun ship crowd, but it wasn't a group of Ma & Pa Kettles either.

[WestLakeGirl]

Security will be MUCH more vigilant when it comes to looking for alcohol in your suitcases and in your packages brought on from ports