Michael's Club becoming Elite lounge.

[C 2 C]

I just received an email concerning developments on two ships: Solstice and Constellation. Perhaps others returning from recent cruises can confirm this.

 

...who have just come back from a cruise on the Solstice! Apparently Michael's Club there is now for the exclusive use of Elite and select Captain's club members with breakfast being served there plus a club for that group in the evenings!!!

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I do know that Michael's club on the Connie is reserved for Ellite and select CC members from 4-6 but what else is new I am not sure!

 

This is a very interesting development and after posting a poll yesterday, I wonder how quickly Select and Elite Captain's Club members will fill the room to capacity. Just as RCI reduced access to a lounge to Diamond Plus Members (25+ cruises) on many ships, Celebrity is introducing this at a very low threshold.

[hellosailer]

Now, that IS interesting!!! Thanks. Hopefully, we will receive other reports of this new facility.

[CruisingChick]

I was on Constellation in April, we were in CC Stateroom and are also Elite Captain's Club Members and did not hear anything about this. When did this happen????????????????

 

What happens between 4-6?

 

Thanks.

 

Anne Maria

[Andy]

Hi Everyone !

 

Here's what I can tell you :

 

Celebrity has been testing a variety of new loyalty program features on several ships as part of their commitment to upgrade Captain's Club. More news and information should be available soon.

 

Stay Tuned !

[richsea]

Andy, you devil you!!!! are you holding out on us????!!!!

[CruisingChick]

Hi Andy,

 

Do you think they might have these new perks in place by my October 16th cruise on Constellation?

 

Anne Maria

[Loracpin2]

If this is true, I think it's a great. Our Elite status has given us Daimond reciprosity on RCI and we have really enjoyed the use of their Concierge Lounge. Of course, that benefit is going away on Sept.1 on RCI, but since we have 3 Celebrity cruises booked in the next 16 months, I hope it will be in effect on X.

[Solstice23]

This would be great! We are on the solstice in March again, an we are elite members also

[C 2 C]

I was on Constellation in April, we were in CC Stateroom and are also Elite Captain's Club Members and did not hear anything about this. When did this happen????????????????

 

What happens between 4-6?

 

Thanks.

 

Anne Maria

 

On facebook someone on board Constellation mentioned that there were several changes.. including a "new Michael's Club". Then another contact emailed me the opening quote. This is recent! I just called Captain's Club... they have no information (you heard it here first) .. but as Andy stated, stay tuned. Perhaps, tests are underway... :D

[ellbon]

i would hate that as on equinox i have one more cruise to go into my favorite room to drink. the other rooms are to open for my taste

[C 2 C]

Hi Everyone !

 

Here's what I can tell you :

 

Celebrity has been testing a variety of new loyalty program features on several ships as part of their commitment to upgrade Captain's Club. More news and information should be available soon.

 

Stay Tuned !

 

I'm guessing at the convention to be held at the end of the month:

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=999636

 

Later on this month travel agents specialising in selling cruises and people from the cruise lines will be converging in Dover for a two-day convention looking at the industry. ... will feature guest speakers including ....president and CEO of Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Cruises, Dan Hanrahan.

 

As part of their opening speech they will be looking at changes that have affected the cruise industry over the last 12 months, and what changes are coming up in the next year.

[florisdekort]

I am currently on Millennium and Michael's Club serves as a lounge for Elite Guests, and guests booked in suites. Hours are 4 pm to 6 pm only. All drinks are free. During the evenings, Michael's Club is what it used to be.

 

One other nice new touch: $50 worth of free Internet.

 

Cheers -

Floris

[Lie-in King]

I was on the Solstice last week and Michael's club is still open to all. It was our favourite lounge where the excellent Tim Kruze plays the piano and sings every night.

[nps001]

I am currently on Millennium and Michael's Club serves as a lounge for Elite Guests, and guests booked in suites. Hours are 4 pm to 6 pm only. All drinks are free. During the evenings, Michael's Club is what it used to be.

 

One other nice new touch: $50 worth of free Internet.

 

Cheers -

Floris

 

 

Fantastic news----it makes me want to book another cruise!

[Andy]

I am currently on Millennium and Michael's Club serves as a lounge for Elite Guests, and guests booked in suites. Hours are 4 pm to 6 pm only. All drinks are free. During the evenings, Michael's Club is what it used to be.

 

One other nice new touch: $50 worth of free Internet.

 

Cheers -

Floris

 

Hi Floris !

 

Thanks for sharing this information with us. Have a great time on Millennium !

[jackdiamond]

Will this arrangement for Michael's Club be available for the fall sailings of the Equinox?

[gracecarmo]

to give the Elite and Suites pax a nice perk like Michael's club.

 

We sail on the Millie in Sept. and now I am looking forward to it more than ever.

 

Thanks for all this info.:)

[kannna]

ooh!

[Can'tstopcruising]

I am currently on Millennium and Michael's Club serves as a lounge for Elite Guests, and guests booked in suites. Hours are 4 pm to 6 pm only. All drinks are free. During the evenings, Michael's Club is what it used to be.

 

One other nice new touch: $50 worth of free Internet.

 

Cheers -

Floris

 

 

Fantastic news----it makes me want to book another cruise!

 

Four to six? Is there a dress code? Some people are still in their day clothes! Do they serve anything with the drinks?

 

$50 worth of free internet is an excellent offer.

[Lois R]

Hi Andy,

 

Do you think they might have these new perks in place by my October 16th cruise on Constellation?

 

Anne Maria

 

Do you think they might be in place on Mercury in September too?:)

[Lois R]

I am currently on Millennium and Michael's Club serves as a lounge for Elite Guests, and guests booked in suites. Hours are 4 pm to 6 pm only. All drinks are free. During the evenings, Michael's Club is what it used to be.

 

One other nice new touch: $50 worth of free Internet.

 

Cheers -

Floris

 

WOW:)....any news about this on other ships?

I will be on Mercury in September and Summit in January:)

[florisdekort]

Four to six? Is there a dress code? Some people are still in their day clothes! Do they serve anything with the drinks?

 

$50 worth of free internet is an excellent offer.

 

Dress code is Smart Casual+ every day. They have small snacks, cheese, etc.

[ellbon]

I am currently on Millennium and Michael's Club serves as a lounge for Elite Guests, and guests booked in suites. Hours are 4 pm to 6 pm only. All drinks are free. During the evenings, Michael's Club is what it used to be.

 

One other nice new touch: $50 worth of free Internet.

 

Cheers -

Floris

 

 

Fantastic news----it makes me want to book another cruise!

 

 

what size suite??? and what about select guests??

[Ma Bell]

I think if they had select guests there wouldn't be enough room.

[ellbon]

if al lthe elite show up there would not be enough room. i could only use it on sea days but i will not be elite until 3011.. long wait