WonderMan3 Posted June 19, 2021 #26 Share Posted June 19, 2021 Photos of one of the Royal Suites on Apex at this link. Looks nice but still wouldn't be my choice of cabin due to that balcony overhang and small balcony. https://www.instagram.com/p/CQTQHOVrRO2/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WonderMan3 Posted June 19, 2021 #27 Share Posted June 19, 2021 Close up of one of the umbrellas (awnings?) at the Rooftop Garden https://www.instagram.com/p/CQT9nFfB4og/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WonderMan3 Posted June 19, 2021 #28 Share Posted June 19, 2021 Various glimpses of Apex including the pool sculpture that replaces the butterfly that was on Edge https://www.instagram.com/p/CQReZWfjM7h/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WonderMan3 Posted June 20, 2021 #29 Share Posted June 20, 2021 So someone from Cruise Critic is onboard Apex now and doing videos on YouTube but oddly not posting anything here. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ipeeinthepool Posted June 20, 2021 #30 Share Posted June 20, 2021 2 hours ago, WonderMan3 said: So someone from Cruise Critic is onboard Apex now and doing videos on YouTube but oddly not posting anything here. Maybe it's on FB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGW59 Posted June 20, 2021 #31 Share Posted June 20, 2021 3 hours ago, WonderMan3 said: So someone from Cruise Critic is onboard Apex now and doing videos on YouTube but oddly not posting anything here. Perhaps she is saving it to upload on CC official news page. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow9612 Posted June 20, 2021 #32 Share Posted June 20, 2021 23 hours ago, Germancruiser said: I am about to baord Apex- and so ready for it @Germancruiser I hope you were able to board smoothly and are enjoying the start to your cruise. Can't wait to see photos and read some of your comments and experiences, if you have a chance. Your reviews last year were phenomenal! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Germancruiser Posted June 20, 2021 #33 Share Posted June 20, 2021 Thank you so much shadow. I made it on board yesterday, The testing went well and was quick procedure. It turned out negativ- I would have been surprised would it have been otherwise- but still - it adds a certain. hm- how to put it- excitment to the boarding. LOL. Then came to long awaited moment, when we stepped on board. After that- all i can say is - WOUW. The greetings we got from waiting crew members… they clapped their hands, they called out how happy they are to have us back. That wonderful welcome - so many had tears in their eyes us included. An unforgettable experience. Puh! We all cried out how HAPPY we are to be back. I read so many negatives things about Edge- and I have to admit - I myself was not overly impressed from the pictures. Lesson learned- first see for yourself. Apex is a wonderful ship. So many great places- nooks and crannies. ( Thanks Miaminice- the hint about EDen was great) I will post a few pictures later. I am still impressed. Then the sunset Verandah cabin- in all my 25 years or so of cruising this is by far the best, most comfortable cabin with the best bathroom , ever. The Crew and the Service- oh my- X shined always with their great service- but what we experience now- unbelievable. There is a wonderful vibe on board. Of course it is the Maiden Voyage- every port of call is a Maiden Call. The dinner we had in Tuscan ( what a great room) was very good- and again the service- outstanding. I admit I am still a bit flashed from Apex, so my report might sound a bit over enthusiastic, but I just cant help it. More to follow- I keep posting here, since there are other topics already. 12 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Germancruiser Posted June 20, 2021 #34 Share Posted June 20, 2021 16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
excited balcony Posted June 20, 2021 #35 Share Posted June 20, 2021 Beautiful photos!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare little britain Posted June 20, 2021 #36 Share Posted June 20, 2021 @Germancruiser we are in a SV too! Good to hear they are great cabins! What is your itinerary this week? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Miaminice Posted June 20, 2021 #37 Share Posted June 20, 2021 @Germancruiser Felt the same when we boarded Edge for the first time and thought “I am in love 😍 “ Just want to emphasise: my recommendation is the small Eden Cafe and its outside space… found Eden itself so so. Normandie was our favourite dining room. Loved the puff pastry starter and the Chateaubriand on their signature menu. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
portofrome Posted June 20, 2021 #38 Share Posted June 20, 2021 1 hour ago, Germancruiser said: Thank you so much shadow. I made it on board yesterday, The testing went well and was quick procedure. It turned out negativ- I would have been surprised would it have been otherwise- but still - it adds a certain. hm- how to put it- excitment to the boarding. LOL. Then came to long awaited moment, when we stepped on board. After that- all i can say is - WOUW. The greetings we got from waiting crew members… they clapped their hands, they called out how happy they are to have us back. That wonderful welcome - so many had tears in their eyes us included. An unforgettable experience. Puh! We all cried out how HAPPY we are to be back. I read so many negatives things about Edge- and I have to admit - I myself was not overly impressed from the pictures. Lesson learned- first see for yourself. Apex is a wonderful ship. So many great places- nooks and crannies. ( Thanks Miaminice- the hint about EDen was great) I will post a few pictures later. I am still impressed. Then the sunset Verandah cabin- in all my 25 years or so of cruising this is by far the best, most comfortable cabin with the best bathroom , ever. The Crew and the Service- oh my- X shined always with their great service- but what we experience now- unbelievable. There is a wonderful vibe on board. Of course it is the Maiden Voyage- every port of call is a Maiden Call. The dinner we had in Tuscan ( what a great room) was very good- and again the service- outstanding. I admit I am still a bit flashed from Apex, so my report might sound a bit over enthusiastic, but I just cant help it. More to follow- I keep posting here, since there are other topics already. Wow! Truly touching. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy planning mom Posted June 20, 2021 #39 Share Posted June 20, 2021 On 6/19/2021 at 1:16 AM, Germancruiser said: I am sure there will be others who board today, who will write from their experiences. Each has its own point of view so i look forward how others will see the experience on board Apex. If anyone stays in the Electra Palace do not miss the Roof Top Restaurant, wonderful views excellent service, fine food and reasonable prices. The first and the last picture were taken at said Restaurant. Staying at the Electra Palace next year. Thanks for the review of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeRick Posted June 20, 2021 #40 Share Posted June 20, 2021 So nice to see this ship sailing with passengers finally! It has been a long time coming. To those on board thanks for posting here and have a great cruise! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cantstopingcruising Posted June 20, 2021 #41 Share Posted June 20, 2021 6 hours ago, Crazy planning mom said: Staying at the Electra Palace next year. Thanks for the review of it. Last time we were in Athens, we stayed at the newer Electra Metropole. Absolutely loved it. Also rootop restaurant with view of the Acropolis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Germancruiser Posted June 20, 2021 #42 Share Posted June 20, 2021 Thanks for your kind words. Enjoyed a great day in Santorin. Quite a bit surreal- really- no rush, not many people. We where the only ship in port- and we are only 672 passengers on board. Santorin, Mykonos, Rhodes, Seaday, Cyprus, Seaday- Piräus. that would be the itinerary for the week. More to follow later, off to dinner now. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikel Posted June 20, 2021 #43 Share Posted June 20, 2021 5 minutes ago, Germancruiser said: Thanks for your kind words. Enjoyed a great day in Santorin. Quite a bit surreal- really- no rush, not many people. We where the only ship in port- and we are only 672 passengers on board. Santorin, Mykonos, Rhodes, Seaday, Cyprus, Seaday- Piräus. that would be the itinerary for the week. More to follow later, off to dinner now. Can't wait for your next post. This is so exciting that I am able to cruise for now through your eyes. hope to see lots of pictures. Enjoy .... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGW59 Posted June 20, 2021 #44 Share Posted June 20, 2021 1 minute ago, nikel said: Can't wait for your next post. This is so exciting that I am able to cruise for now through your eyes. hope to see lots of pictures. Enjoy .... Agree! I’ve read almost all of his cruise blogs, very interesting, informative and helpful. Much appreciated!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bama4cruisin Posted June 20, 2021 #45 Share Posted June 20, 2021 If anyone on board eats dinner at Eden or has the opportunity to grab a photo of the menu, please post it. I have seen the Edge menu, but I’ve also read that the concept will be very different on Apex. thanks in advance. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow9612 Posted June 21, 2021 #46 Share Posted June 21, 2021 21 hours ago, Germancruiser said: Thank you so much shadow. I made it on board yesterday, The testing went well and was quick procedure. It turned out negativ- I would have been surprised would it have been otherwise- but still - it adds a certain. hm- how to put it- excitment to the boarding. LOL. Then came to long awaited moment, when we stepped on board. After that- all i can say is - WOUW. @Germancruiser, So glad to hear your trip started off with a WOW! The photos in your subsequent post were all so beautiful! As always, thank you for sharing - can't wait to hear and see more from your trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow9612 Posted June 21, 2021 #47 Share Posted June 21, 2021 10 hours ago, Germancruiser said: 672 passengers on board I can't even imagine how amazing the ship must be with only 672 passengers. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sailaway1706 Posted June 21, 2021 #48 Share Posted June 21, 2021 On 6/20/2021 at 7:14 AM, Germancruiser said: Thank you so much shadow. I made it on board yesterday, The testing went well and was quick procedure. It turned out negativ- I would have been surprised would it have been otherwise- but still - it adds a certain. hm- how to put it- excitment to the boarding. LOL. Then came to long awaited moment, when we stepped on board. After that- all i can say is - WOUW. The greetings we got from waiting crew members… they clapped their hands, they called out how happy they are to have us back. That wonderful welcome - so many had tears in their eyes us included. An unforgettable experience. Puh! We all cried out how HAPPY we are to be back. I read so many negatives things about Edge- and I have to admit - I myself was not overly impressed from the pictures. Lesson learned- first see for yourself. Apex is a wonderful ship. So many great places- nooks and crannies. ( Thanks Miaminice- the hint about EDen was great) I will post a few pictures later. I am still impressed. Then the sunset Verandah cabin- in all my 25 years or so of cruising this is by far the best, most comfortable cabin with the best bathroom , ever. The Crew and the Service- oh my- X shined always with their great service- but what we experience now- unbelievable. There is a wonderful vibe on board. Of course it is the Maiden Voyage- every port of call is a Maiden Call. The dinner we had in Tuscan ( what a great room) was very good- and again the service- outstanding. I admit I am still a bit flashed from Apex, so my report might sound a bit over enthusiastic, but I just cant help it. More to follow- I keep posting here, since there are other topics already. Danke für die vielen Infos und Bilder. Gut über die SV-Kabinen zu hören, hab ich nächstes Jahr erstmals auf der BEYOND gebucht (auf der EDGE war ich in den neuen Balkonkabinen ziemlich unglücklich). Auf der APEX bin ich im September für eine b2b. Deshalb eine Frage zur Maskenpflicht: ist ein bestimmter Typ vorgeschrieben? Weiterhin eine gute Zeit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiki40 Posted June 21, 2021 #49 Share Posted June 21, 2021 3 hours ago, Sailaway1706 said: Danke für die vielen Infos und Bilder. ..... Sailaway1706, please kindly note that this is a forum in English language. From your former posts one can see, that they were in English language. Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verizon Posted June 21, 2021 #50 Share Posted June 21, 2021 Here is in English. Thanks for all the information and pictures. Good to hear about the SV cabins, I booked for the first time at BEYOND next year (at EDGE, I was pretty unhappy in the new balcony cabins). I'm at APEX in September for a b2b. Therefore a question about the mask requirement: is a certain type required? Still a good time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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