TeeRick Posted August 16, 2017 #26 Share Posted August 16, 2017 Last December we were on RCCL Anthem of the Seas out of NJ and it was a cruise with a highly noticeable number of wheel chairs and scooters. I don't think we can generalize. A lot depends on the ship, itinerary and date of sailing. We are loyal to and cruise on both Celebrity and RCCL. We find the larger RCCL ships with lots of activities, and the Royal Promenades, to be fun on laid back vacations like 7-day Caribbean. We like the smaller Celebrity ships for itinerary -focused vacations like recently the Adriatic ports or the Panama Canal. We enjoy the overall Celebrity suite experience much more than the RCCL suite experience, particularly if you look at perks for a Sky Suite vs a Jr Suite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ddled Posted August 16, 2017 #27 Share Posted August 16, 2017 Not as much difference as there used to be-after Evening Chic hit X we have gone to Princess-much better entertainment, dancing venues, things we go for. Do Royal when the kids are in school if you do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BillOh Posted August 16, 2017 #28 Share Posted August 16, 2017 (edited) Since I'm now booked through April 2019, this isn't critical and I'll probably ask again, but if X is more subdued at night, do they close down the pools and hot tubs after dark? This was an area that use to annoy me with Royal, but they have gotten better. If there were less shows on X, I would definitely want to hit the hottub(s) before turning in. Edited August 16, 2017 by BillOh typo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meatloafsfan Posted August 16, 2017 #29 Share Posted August 16, 2017 Celebrity beats Royal hands down for food (MDR, buffet and Café Al Bacio is head and shoulders better than Café Promenade). Celebrity beds and bedding are also much better than Royal. Celebrity offers soft pillows, fluffy duvets and comfortable beds - Royal felt more like a cot with a heavy duvet, thin sheets and flat pillows. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shofer Posted August 16, 2017 #30 Share Posted August 16, 2017 We have been on both, definitely prefer RCCL. It depends on your age, personality, and what you like to do. I find Celebrity to cater to a more mature clientele, thus the subdued evenings and activities. I'm 71 but prefer having the choice to sit and read or participate in an activity, including zipline, mini golf, wall climbing, etc. I also enjoy the shows every evening. The first time we went on Celebrity was out of Valparaiso, Chile. I had never seen so many wheel chairs, scooters, and walkers on a cruise. You must decide which ambiance would suit you best. Good luck. If it's a long and/or exotic cruise, you will find it veers to a much older client base. We found the same on both of our Hawaii cruises but mostly on the one we took in January, 2006. Hubby & I were in our late 50's at the time and felt that we were the only able-bodied on some of our excursions. Sue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted August 16, 2017 #31 Share Posted August 16, 2017 You will see a couple of differences with one being younger age passengers on many of the Royal ships. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toras Posted August 17, 2017 #32 Share Posted August 17, 2017 love RCCL drink package unlimited amount of drinks for approx. 50 a day Some Celebrity sailings offer a free Drinks package as an option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drsel Posted August 17, 2017 #33 Share Posted August 17, 2017 Celebrity FREE Classic alcoholic beverage package (with free drinks gratuities) is supposed to be worth $55. If you had to pay, what is the minimum and maximum you would be happy to pay? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Siora7777 Posted August 17, 2017 #34 Share Posted August 17, 2017 The food is a step down from Celebrity but that's probably it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tango nana Posted August 17, 2017 #35 Share Posted August 17, 2017 Freedom was our first Royal cruise with our grandchildren in February.They loved it. It is great for family activities. Personally, I enjoy Celebrity and consider it a step up from Royal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drsel Posted August 17, 2017 #36 Share Posted August 17, 2017 Royal, Celebrity and Azamara all belong to the same company, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Royal is 4*, Celebrity is 5*, Azamara is 6*. But Royal and Celebrity are similar in pricing, while Azamara is very expensive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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