LorraineP

Just was concerned that his CALL/PALL was last & mine was opposite PALL/CALL. Thank you. 

Just printed seapass card for myself & DL, his says CALL/PALL - mine says PALL/CALL. I did upgrade both quite awhile ago. Should I be concerned? 

1 hour ago, Fogfog said:

This may sound bad, however we would prefer if MSC didn't don't do upgrades into YC, period. Also would like to see no children in the YC pool/hot tub period. An adult only experience.

Still, they seem to be our preferred niche at the moment. 

1 hour ago, Fogfog said:

I do think MSC YC crew works very hard at cleaning up and making certain things are tidy.

Can say that we have seen plenty of those overserved in YC, and some very sloppy eaters that make it look like toddlers were there!.

I notice this stuff-- from people who don't put a napkin in their lap, hold a fork like a shovel, talk with their mouth full, don't shower off before entering the pool or hot tub etc. 

 

This may sound bad, however we would prefer if MSC didn't don't do upgrades into YC, period. Also would like to see no children in the YC pool/hot tub period. An adult only experience.

Still, they seem to be our preferred niche at the moment. 

 

I'll have more thoughts re NCL and Haven in 2 months after our TA

Want to say I have seen signs of some type in Haven pics saying that kids under 16 or so could not be in the pool..though haven't been able to find that. With the whole ship being family friendly (MSC/NCL etc) and water parks and family pools etc...

we'd really like to be sailing apart from that. 

 

On smoking-- it always surprises me to see smokers-- even more so when they have other comorbidities (obesity) and other health issues/needs like walkers, wheelchairs. On a recent sailing one couple where on the pool deck smoking many times a day--dragging a walker with them. 

My brother started smoking young (jr high/high school) My sister in law, an RN, had him at an MD and on a patch to get off smoking when they started dating. So he stopped after more than 35+ years. It can be done. Glad to hear Regent is doing it right

 

“This may sound bad, however we would prefer if MSC didn't don't do upgrades into YC, period. Also would like to see no children in the YC pool/hot tub period. An adult only experience.”

I’m with you no upgrades to YC unless from YC interior to YC balcony. No children in YC pool or hot tub. 

On 3/17/2024 at 5:15 PM, barric said:

Just off Vision Mar 7 cruise.  The ship is in generally nice shape.  Carpets in the hallways can use replacement, but we didn't notice much more that is needed.  Its an older ship, so you cant change decor.  Furniture in lounges and theater were very good.  We had a suite which was beautiful.  

Good to hear. 

56 minutes ago, BND said:

Haven't seen anything specific. Probably just routine maintenance as well as carpet, paint and upholstery.  No plans I've ever seen to do more. Nothing new being added.

Thank you. 

12 minutes ago, BND said:

20 April. We are doing a b2b 4-20 Apr.   Originally we booked 12 Apr and 20 April for a 20 night b2b but the 20 Apr was cancelled for the drydock.

Great will be on the Vision in November. Do you know what they doing? 

When is the Vison scheduled for refurbishment?

On 3/1/2024 at 1:44 PM, RichYak said:

Wear your tux, look and feel fabulous, and let the other 1400 or so men feel out of place.

Definitely agree. 

12 minutes ago, Biker19 said:

It doesn't - the lateness in booking process is what caused the limited availability, not booking type.

Correct by my booking late all good times for us for MTD & specialty restaurants were all taken.

When I booked all balconies were guarantees. Booked anyway. Went on line & all specialty restaurants only had late dining. Went to reserve MTD same only late 8:30. I know that once on ship I could always see if anything is available for 6:00 or 6:30. But with that & not knowing where my cabin would be decided to cancel. First & last time booking a guarantee. 

Just double checked my invoice I definitely booked a 2D balcony guarantee on the Liberty. 

First time booking a guarantee. Only guarantees available for cruise date & itinerary I wanted. I booked a 2D balcony what could I expect to be assigned. What category is higher than 2D? Whatever assigned I realize it’s leftovers unless I get lucky. 

34 minutes ago, TrinaLC said:

I have never used a travel agent for MSC - sailed YC about 6 times.  Any small issue has always been satisfactorily resolved. I have no doubt though that like any line there are one-off problems like someone posted earlier. 
 

As to whether “all” the rooms are located within the YC, almost universally true. Some ships have a few suites that have been added as YC to justify a higher cost I presume.  These are easily identified during booking. The butler service for these is not quite as personal for obvious reasons. We love them (lots of real estate!) but we are experienced YC cruisers and don’t care any more about escorts to dinner, shows. However you can easily get those by popping down to the concierge desk or arranging ahead of time. (And you will want to do that for escorts off the ship!)

 

Compared to NCL haven? Let’s just say I will never book a haven room again. If we sail on NCL as we did for a recent Panama Canal cruise, we will book the penthouses that come with butler/concierge service and breakfast/lunch in moderno/Cagneys. 

 

 

Agree with you after staying in YC balcony would absolutely never do Haven again. No comparison. We stay on deck 16 near the YC Lounge. 

1 minute ago, bbrule7 said:

We have a booking for yacht club deck 16 in April 2024 and have a few questions.

Is it possible to get a wheelchair at the yacht club tent, Wife would need help getting through check in and embarcation

Is there an elevator in the yacht  club area to acess the dining room and the pool area

We usually download movies to our ipads. Is it possible to connect our ipads to the room tv to watch the movies. If yes which cables would be necessary

 

Would like to know also as my DH has mobility issues. Will be on the Meraviglia in October. 

36 minutes ago, JamieLogical said:

 

The YC staterooms are WAY forward of the outdoor pool deck. You have the entire enclosed Bamboo pool area in between you and the outdoor pool. I can't imagine it would be an issue.

Good. Thank you. 

11 hours ago, PistolPete13 said:

Let's see, walking toward the buffet in the back it would always be on the right side.  Port!  LOL 

I’m on deck 16 YC port side will I have a problem with smoke. 

11 hours ago, PistolPete13 said:

Let's see, walking toward the buffet in the back it would always be on the right side.  Port!  LOL 

13 minutes ago, PistolPete13 said:

Hi,

I was just on an 11 day sailing on this ship last month and yes, one entire side of the pool deck area is dedicated for smokers.  Only the covered section where there are tables set up have ash trays on them.

Not for nothing but I ended up kicking myself for taking the wrong side walk the across the pool deck the first few days before I learned.  There were a lot of smokers probably due to more Europeans on the sailing, just a guess.

That said, the smoke didn't carry very far on the pool deck at all I found.  If you're on the non-smoking side, I don't think you'd notice a thing.

Pete

Port or starboard side?

14 minutes ago, twins_to_alaska said:

I sent an email off to the executive office. Heard back from

Geidy Xenes

Executive Representative

Celebrity Cruises

Tel: 305-614-1343

 

She basically could only say she was sorry but that they wanted folk to let them know if they were unhappy with this change so they could track responses.

So let her know!

I just emailed executiveoffice@celebrity.com to let them know I’m disappointed with the removal of foot stools. 

2 hours ago, PistolPete13 said:

Look at post #132 of my thread here.

The first few days until Port Canaveral should be identical.
 

 

Thank you. So helpful. Just what I was looking for. 

9 minutes ago, penutbutterjelly said:

Does anyone have the dailies for the 7-day NYC, Port Canaveral, Nassau cruise?

Would like to see also. 

15 minutes ago, keesar said:

We were NOT able to order from the MDR on Eclipse.  I guess it depends on the manager of Blu.  On those nights we did not care for the Blu menu, we eat in the MDR, a Specialty restaurant or at the Oceanview.

Was that on Eclipse & recent?

On 1/28/2024 at 6:18 PM, jimbo5544 said:

We are on Eclipse and can order from the MDR menu

 

 

Glad to hear that. Will be on Eclipse in May. DH is a picky eater. 

Has anyone done the Small Group: Martha Vineyard’s Full Island Tour. It’s 3 hours. Just showed up on my 5/11/24 Eclipse cruise for $179.99 per adult?

24 minutes ago, jean87510 said:

I will ask.  But maybe others can share with experience?

Thank you. 

18 minutes ago, jean87510 said:

Day 9 Ocean Cay.  We had 2 excursions shipwreck snorkel plus wave runners both of which unfortunately were canceled for wind. We took the golf cart over to YC and staked some chairs on the grass.  It's a little cloudy and windy but beautiful.  We have already seen 7 groups of interlopers tossed!  I was looking forward to this as a bucket list item.

We will be in the YC in October my DH has mobility issues (trouble walking a distance) is there a special golf cart to take us to YC area on Ocean Cay or can anyone take it.