fridge Posted August 14, 2021 #1 Share Posted August 14, 2021 Where is everybody? 😄 Kind of weird with only 10% Capacity but we enjoy every second of it. Embarkation was a breeze and so far we love the Apex. We usually book Sky Suites because of Luminae and the Retreat, but the 4 MDR look gorgeous and Lunch at Ocean View was great! Happy to answer questions... 9 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jelayne Posted August 14, 2021 #2 Share Posted August 14, 2021 WOW! I”m not sure I would enjoy a cruise with that few passengers on a ship the size of Apex. Hope you have a great cruise. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LXA350 Posted August 14, 2021 #3 Share Posted August 14, 2021 I would have expected 800 -1000, but only 300, wow like a big private yacht I guess. Looks like with rising COVID cases people are less traveling again, especially as a large number of the guests seem to be from the US as per previous topics about APEX. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare NutsAboutGolf Posted August 14, 2021 #4 Share Posted August 14, 2021 I somewhat shocked they even sailed! That sounds amazing, now I'm getting ideas...Hmmmm... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
classy_cruiser Posted August 14, 2021 #5 Share Posted August 14, 2021 Wow that is interesting, thanks for sharing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ETHTrader Posted August 14, 2021 #6 Share Posted August 14, 2021 Sounds amazing. Its like you are on your own private yacht 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare NutsAboutGolf Posted August 14, 2021 #7 Share Posted August 14, 2021 If you don't mind, please ask how many crew are aboard 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrk2cruise Posted August 14, 2021 #8 Share Posted August 14, 2021 Edge has over 900 crew onboard, I suspect Apex is similar. 3:1 crew to passenger ratio is nuts! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jazzbo Posted August 14, 2021 #9 Share Posted August 14, 2021 We would have been on the Apex in September, but airfare to Athens was ridiculously high a couple of months ago, so we’re on the Equinox lazing at the Sunset Bar right now. Back to Ft. Lauderdale tomorrow morning. Enjoy your private yacht! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackson2B Posted August 14, 2021 #10 Share Posted August 14, 2021 Hi @fridge could you post any Eden menus please? Both from lunch and evening if possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Clam Posted August 14, 2021 #11 Share Posted August 14, 2021 2 hours ago, fridge said: Where is everybody? 😄 Kind of weird with only 10% Capacity but we enjoy every second of it. Embarkation was a breeze and so far we love the Apex. We usually book Sky Suites because of Luminae and the Retreat, but the 4 MDR look gorgeous and Lunch at Ocean View was great! Happy to answer questions... Who is the bartender in Retreat outdoor bar (by the pool)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eloise4Ever Posted August 14, 2021 #12 Share Posted August 14, 2021 I was keen to jump on this sailing at the last minute but they didn't lower the prices at all closer to departure. Surprised they didn't when they had so few guests booked to sail 🤷♀️. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigAl94 Posted August 14, 2021 #13 Share Posted August 14, 2021 This must be really adding to the vast losses of RCL and Celebrity, totally uneconomic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Antropos Posted August 14, 2021 #14 Share Posted August 14, 2021 300+ is substantially less than all previous Apex sailings which were reportedly 500 - 800... is this because so many people canceled last minute? Or is the number of people who are denied embarkation because of a positive COVID test at the terminal rising? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiser Nonna Posted August 14, 2021 #15 Share Posted August 14, 2021 Thank you so much for posting. There has been a lot of talk about the Transatlantic sailing on October 10 (which we are booked) that it might not sail for various reasons - if you hear anything - would you please post for all us Have a wonderful cruise and enjoy this special personalized cruise! Thank you again!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtlantaCruiser72 Posted August 14, 2021 #16 Share Posted August 14, 2021 I know that airfare into Athens this summer has been outrageously expensive for most US travelers. I have had several clients book other sailings as a result, some who booked NCL instead due to their attractive air promo and lower average fares (even with fee@sea service fees). This could be yet another reason the ship is sailing at such reduced #s of passengers, along with RCG very liberal "Cruise With Confidence" policy allowing cancellation up to 2 days prior to departure and get FCC in lieu of penalty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare irvington Posted August 15, 2021 #17 Share Posted August 15, 2021 I’m really getting excited about our upcoming cruise in the 21st. I wonder if we will have a similarly empty ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonbiloh Posted August 15, 2021 #18 Share Posted August 15, 2021 6 hours ago, Cruiser Nonna said: Thank you so much for posting. There has been a lot of talk about the Transatlantic sailing on October 10 (which we are booked) that it might not sail for various reasons - if you hear anything - would you please post for all us Have a wonderful cruise and enjoy this special personalized cruise! Thank you again!! Would also appreciate any information on the TA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonbiloh Posted August 15, 2021 #19 Share Posted August 15, 2021 Just posted the following in the roll call for the Apex TA. Cross posting here to make sure anyone who is following whether this trip is going to be canceled or not is informed of new (potential) developments: FYI Tonight I attempted to book this trip and the celebrity website three separate times refused to charge my credit card (tried two different cards). After submitting payment the page refreshed with what appeared to be some sort of order completed that said a confirmation would be emailed. If I hit the down arrow for more information I could see that the system didn't charge my card. Intentional? A sign that they aren't accepting more reservations right now? TA to be canceled? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s8222 Posted August 15, 2021 #20 Share Posted August 15, 2021 10 hours ago, Happy Clam said: Who is the bartender in Retreat outdoor bar (by the pool)? Onboard also. Next week, we’re on a B2B, will be better with 800 or so guests. But this week feels very special. Good to be back onboard, the ship is stunning, can’t believe we’ve hesitated so long before booking…:-) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fridge Posted August 15, 2021 Author #21 Share Posted August 15, 2021 13 hours ago, NutsAboutGolf said: If you don't mind, please ask how many crew are aboard Crew is about 900 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fridge Posted August 15, 2021 Author #22 Share Posted August 15, 2021 12 hours ago, Happy Clam said: Who is the bartender in Retreat outdoor bar (by the pool)? Forgot to mention that this time we booked a Sunset Veranda and therefore have no access to the Retreat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fridge Posted August 15, 2021 Author #23 Share Posted August 15, 2021 11 hours ago, Antropos said: 300+ is substantially less than all previous Apex sailings which were reportedly 500 - 800... is this because so many people canceled last minute? Or is the number of people who are denied embarkation because of a positive COVID test at the terminal rising? I did not see anyone beeing denied Boarding because of a positive test. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiki40 Posted August 15, 2021 #24 Share Posted August 15, 2021 @fridge Does the Apex call in Mykonos? If yes, are private tours allowed or is it still ship tours only? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fridge Posted August 15, 2021 Author #25 Share Posted August 15, 2021 31 minutes ago, keiki40 said: @fridge Does the Apex call in Mykonos? If yes, are private tours allowed or is it still ship tours only? Yes, we call Mykonos. Ship Tours only. We booked a beach Transfer since we have been to Mykonos a couple of times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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