Rare graphicguy Posted February 8, 2022 Author #51 Share Posted February 8, 2022 On 1/30/2022 at 12:20 PM, r2h2 said: As Bill Cowher once said, "We Dey!". Go Bengals! Represent our division in the Super Bowl! As C.J. Uzamah said...."Who-Dey....We-Dem"! Have a couple of friends who ponied up $10K for tix early last week. Included flight and hotel. But, looking now....you can barely find a ticket for that money now. Personally, that's at least 5 cruises...maybe more. And, I have a big screen with surround sound, cheap beer, cheap snacks and readily available bathrooms to watch the game. I'll stick close to home. WHO-DEY! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted February 8, 2022 Author #52 Share Posted February 8, 2022 Interestingly, Celebrity's WEB check in has me linked to 2 different SS cabins on two different reservation numbers. My AMEX was charged twice. I called AMEX and told them of the "faux-pax", but not to cancel either, just yet. I don't want BOTH reservations cancelled. TA has her day off today. Waited on the phone with Celebrity for over an hour until I finally hung up. Hmmmmmmmmm........... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted February 9, 2022 Author #53 Share Posted February 9, 2022 (edited) So, it seems someone made two reservations. GF didn't as she doesn't even do any of the reservations She does just the planning, which I must then execute. 😉 Same cruise, same date, two different cabins in the same category. One was paid for. One was not. TA said it could be because Celebrity is moving around some reservations, but did not know why they did what they did. No matter, only one showed up on my CC. She said the other reservation would fall off because it was not paid for. Still, will keep an eye out. Edited February 9, 2022 by graphicguy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted February 10, 2022 Author #54 Share Posted February 10, 2022 Talk about a turn of events....was speaking to my TA this a.m. regarding the two separate booking numbers for the same cruise. While we were talking, she was looking at whatever screen travel agents use, and said... "Guess what?" I hate the question. I have no clue. But, I'll play along... "I dunno....Snickers bars have been proven to cause weight loss.." She chuckled, more as a nod to her kindness than my sorry attempts at humor. "There's been a price drop". "Really.....how much?" "$850 less." "Huzzah!!!!!!" "Wait, there's more...I can move you up a category and keep the same lower rate". "Do it!" 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow9612 Posted February 11, 2022 #55 Share Posted February 11, 2022 6 hours ago, graphicguy said: Talk about a turn of events....was speaking to my TA this a.m. regarding the two separate booking numbers for the same cruise. While we were talking, she was looking at whatever screen travel agents use, and said... "Guess what?" I hate the question. I have no clue. But, I'll play along... "I dunno....Snickers bars have been proven to cause weight loss.." She chuckled, more as a nod to her kindness than my sorry attempts at humor. "There's been a price drop". "Really.....how much?" "$850 less." "Huzzah!!!!!!" "Wait, there's more...I can move you up a category and keep the same lower rate". "Do it!" Wait a sec, snickers bars don't cause weight loss ??? 🤔🤪🙄 It's posts like these that get me excited for your live reviews! Love your story-telling / sense of humour. Now, on a serious note - congratulations on the price drop and upgrade! T minus 16days..... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted February 15, 2022 Author #56 Share Posted February 15, 2022 I know this gives some of you heart palpitations, but as previously mentioned, I'm flying in the day of the cruise. I've stipulated my parameters in doing so. We're less than 2 weeks away from embarkation (2/26). So, I now start looking at weather forecasts for the flight to see if I need to make any adjustments to my plans. Looking like a smooth ride so far.... Sat 26 45°/24° Partly Cloudy 12% WNW 8 mph Sat 26 | Day 45° 12% WNW 8 mph Intervals of clouds and sunshine. High around 45F. Winds WNW at 5 to 10 mph. Humidity60% UV Index4 of 10 Sunrise7:14 am Sunset6:27 pm Sat 26 | Night 24° 19% NNW 5 mph Partly cloudy in the evening with more clouds for later at night. Low 24F. Winds light and variable. Humidity79% UV Index0 of 10 Moonrise4:35 am Waning Crescent Moonset1:45 pm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted February 15, 2022 Author #57 Share Posted February 15, 2022 (edited) Flights we're taking..... Close Window CVG ► FLL Cincinnati, OH to Fort Lauderdale, FL SAT, 26 FEB 2022 - SAT, 05 MAR 2022 FLIGHT CONFIRMATION #: XXXXXX ROUND TRIP | FLIGHTS Flight DL 2284 SAT, 26 FEB 2022 CVG ► FLL 11 DAYS FROM DEPARTURE ON TIME MANAGE COMPLIMENTARY UPGRADES SEAT: XXX DEPART: 8:00 AM * ARRIVE: 10:35 AM DELTA COMFORT+® (SN) MEAL SERVICES : Snacks , Drinks , Snacks , Food for Purchase PASSENGER STATUS: CONFIRMED In-Flight services and amenities may vary and are subject to change. Find Sky Club Locations: Cincinnati/Northern Ky Intl - CVG Ft Lauderdale-Hollywood Intl - FLL Airport Map: CVG | FLL Aircraft: Boeing 737-800 Flight Time: 2hr 35m On Time % : N/A Miles Flown: 950 Baggage & Service Fees Flight DL 1061 SAT, 05 MAR 2022 FLL ► CVG 18 DAYS FROM DEPARTURE ON TIME MANAGE COMPLIMENTARY UPGRADES SEAT: xxx DEPART: 11:45 AM * ARRIVE: 2:21 PM DELTA COMFORT+® (SW) MEAL SERVICES : Snacks , Drinks , Snacks , Food for Purchase PASSENGER STATUS: CONFIRMED In-Flight services and amenities may vary and are subject to change. Edited February 15, 2022 by graphicguy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parrothead33 Posted February 15, 2022 #58 Share Posted February 15, 2022 Hope everything stays on track for your flights. Looking forward to following along. Cheers. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted February 16, 2022 Author #59 Share Posted February 16, 2022 So, they want to upgrade me….at between 2X to 8X my current fare. Granted, nicer cabin, but NO THANKS! Here are some upgrade options, priced per person for the entire duration of the cruise: UPGRADE OPTIONS Each one is priced per person for the entire duration of the cruise Iconic Suite Experience ultimate luxury in the fleet's most spacious suite, on top of the captain's bridge, in a space that exceeds 2,500 square feet. Enjoy panoramic ocean views, a breathtaking private terrace with hot tub, and a double daybed. From $10,000 USD pp Upgrade Now Penthouse Suite Unwind after an active day, watching the sun set over the open ocean from your private whirlpool on your spacious veranda. Enjoy the superb layout with two bedrooms, two bathrooms and plenty of places to relax after your adventures ashore. From $7,000 USD pp Upgrade Now Edge Villa Vacation with everything you could ever need in this two-story, first-of-its-kind suite. With a private terrace, comfortable lounge seats, a plunge pool and direct access to The Retreat® Sundeck, Pool and Lounge, it takes luxury to even greater heights. From $3,500 USD pp Upgrade Now Royal Suite With separate living and sleeping areas, this suite was designed with relaxation in mind. Stretch out on the sitting room's spacious sofa, unwind on the veranda with lounge seats and a whirlpool, or soak in the master bathroom's large tub. From $2,400 USD pp Upgrade Now Celebrity Suite Feel like an A-lister in this suite, featuring a spacious living area with floor-to-ceiling windows that open up to the world and a separate master bedroom—designed to give you a perfect night 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted February 16, 2022 Author #60 Share Posted February 16, 2022 As I'm want to do, I check Celebrity every once in a while (OK....if you insist, I check daily) to see if there are changes. Did that last week and found a pretty big price drop. That ended up looking like this.... My Celebrity Cruise Celebrity ApexFeb 26 - Mar 5 Onboard credit $1,759.00 Mentioned before, also got a no charge upgrade from an S3 to an S2. My original booked fare was pretty darned good to begin with (only about $200 more to move from the Retreat from a Veranda cabin). 10 days to embarkation! Feeling' good in the neigborhood! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow9612 Posted February 17, 2022 #61 Share Posted February 17, 2022 13 hours ago, graphicguy said: So, they want to upgrade me….at between 2X to 8X my current fare. Granted, nicer cabin, but NO THANKS! Here are some upgrade options, priced per person for the entire duration of the cruise: UPGRADE OPTIONS Each one is priced per person for the entire duration of the cruise Iconic Suite Experience ultimate luxury in the fleet's most spacious suite, on top of the captain's bridge, in a space that exceeds 2,500 square feet. Enjoy panoramic ocean views, a breathtaking private terrace with hot tub, and a double daybed. From $10,000 USD pp Upgrade Now You sure you don't want to surprise your GF with an iconic upgrade ?? 😉💫 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted February 17, 2022 Author #62 Share Posted February 17, 2022 10 hours ago, Shadow9612 said: You sure you don't want to surprise your GF with an iconic upgrade ?? 😉💫 Am I sure? I’m guessing if I showed her a pic of the ICONIC Suite and asked if she would enjoy it more than our Sky Suite, she’d say “no”! Now, if we were on a 4 week Eurasian cruise, might be something to consider. But, that one probably would clock in at way more than $10,000 per person. 😉 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow9612 Posted February 17, 2022 #63 Share Posted February 17, 2022 1 hour ago, graphicguy said: Now, if we were on a 4 week Eurasian cruise, might be something to consider. But, that one probably would clock in at way more than $10,000 per person. 😉 I'm still trying to get my head around $10K per person! 😲 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peanut head Posted February 17, 2022 #64 Share Posted February 17, 2022 Do upgrades cost less than if you had booked that cabin/suite when making the original reservation? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted February 20, 2022 Author #65 Share Posted February 20, 2022 On 2/17/2022 at 12:12 PM, peanut head said: Do upgrades cost less than if you had booked that cabin/suite when making the original reservation? Sorry...just saw this. I really don't know. I've never checked in the past. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted February 20, 2022 Author #66 Share Posted February 20, 2022 The final OBC (I think)...... My Celebrity Cruise Celebrity Apex Feb 26 - Mar 5 Onboard credit $1,759.00 That includes $600 Celebrity OBC and $300 OBC from AMEX Platinum. The rest is from a price drop. So, going to try to go to the casino, use the OBC in a slot. Do one pull for the minimum amount and get a ticket to take the rest in cash. Or, at least, that's what I hear should work. We shall see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted February 22, 2022 Author #67 Share Posted February 22, 2022 (edited) Getting close now....these just came in the mail..... Edited February 22, 2022 by graphicguy 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow9612 Posted February 25, 2022 #68 Share Posted February 25, 2022 On 2/22/2022 at 5:54 PM, graphicguy said: Getting close now....these just came in the mail..... Getting excited for you! Do you have a funny story about how your packing is going? ☺️ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted February 25, 2022 Author #69 Share Posted February 25, 2022 (edited) Packing begins in earnest today. I know, that makes some crazy to wait until the day before SAILAWAY to pack. But….well….it’s what I do. And, I’m pretty good at it. Got COVID PCR test yesterday from my GP. Should have results today. Back up is the 15 minute Antigen Test today at CVS if for some reason the PCR results aren’t available (although, I don’t expect any issues). Looking at weather here and in FLL. Flights from CVG to FLL have been on time for the last couple of weeks. Looks like clear sailing (and flights). Should be boarding the plane about this time tomorrow. Edited February 25, 2022 by graphicguy 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisinMama2003 Posted February 25, 2022 #70 Share Posted February 25, 2022 1 hour ago, graphicguy said: Packing begins in earnest today. I know, that makes some crazy to wait until the day before SAILAWAY to pack. But….well….it’s what I do. And, I’m pretty good at it. Got COVID PCR test yesterday from my GP. Should have results today. Back up is the 15 minute Antigen Test today at CVS if for some reason the PCR results aren’t available (although, I don’t expect any issues). Looking at weather here and in FLL. Flights from CVG to FLL have been on time for the last couple of weeks. Looks like clear sailing (and flights). Should be boarding the plane about this time tomorrow. Im the same way with packing, i just cannot do it any earlier than the night before 😁 Have a wonderful cruise, and safe travels! Cheers 🍹🏖🛳 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare KKB Posted February 25, 2022 #71 Share Posted February 25, 2022 (edited) 1 hour ago, graphicguy said: Packing begins in earnest today. I know, that makes some crazy to wait until the day before SAILAWAY to pack. But….well….it’s what I do. And, I’m pretty good at it. Got COVID PCR test yesterday from my GP. Should have results today. Back up is the 15 minute Antigen Test today at CVS if for some reason the PCR results aren’t available (although, I don’t expect any issues). Looking at weather here and in FLL. Flights from CVG to FLL have been on time for the last couple of weeks. Looks like clear sailing (and flights). Should be boarding the plane about this time tomorrow. I pack the day before departure, too... (tho I may sort out travel items the weekend before...I usually just shove them on the shelf after a trip. Yeah, I always need a vacation after my vacation... Ordered those tests from Celebrity thinking I couldn't get into our free health dept tests...working brain (I'm on leave to help Dad move to assisted living). Probably still easier to go down to the health dept... Long range forecast says 40s & clear right now...we shall see... I will be living vicariously thru you this week. We fly out for the Apex in 2 weeks... Edited February 25, 2022 by KKB 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted February 25, 2022 Author #72 Share Posted February 25, 2022 (edited) 7 minutes ago, KKB said: I pack the day before departure, too... (tho I may sort out travel items the weekend before...I usually just shove them on the shelf after a trip. Yeah, I always need a vacation after my vacation... Ordered those tests from Celebrity thinking I couldn't get into our free health dept tests...working brain (I'm on leave to help Dad move to assisted living). Probably still easier to go down to the health dept... Long range forecast says 40s & clear right now...we shall see... I will be living vicariously thru you this week. We fly out for the Apex in 2 weeks... Best wishes to you and your family. Moving a parent into any sort of viable living arrangement outside of the normal routine they've enjoyed for all of their life is emotionally draining. Will try to give an up-to-date accounting (with pics) for all of you. Just got the Negative COVID PCR test results. All systems go. Countdown has begun! Edited February 25, 2022 by graphicguy 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare countess5 Posted February 25, 2022 #73 Share Posted February 25, 2022 Just attended the consecutive cruisers meeting, it was announced no mask required next week in any venue. Cheers! 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted February 25, 2022 Author #74 Share Posted February 25, 2022 (edited) 7 hours ago, countess5 said: Just attended the consecutive cruisers meeting, it was announced no mask required next week in any venue. Cheers! Now we're cooking. Thanks a bunch for that info!!!! Edited February 25, 2022 by graphicguy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow9612 Posted February 26, 2022 #75 Share Posted February 26, 2022 Bon Voyage - looking forward to sailing with you (well reading your posts 🙂) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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