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I always book mine as soon as I book the cruise and then I keep checking the website for a sale. My last cruise I was able to rebook all of my excursions and saved over $200.
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I did this excursion in December (was also able to rebook while they had a sale going on). Probably the best excursion I've done with 29 cruises under my belt. The crew were fabulous! They took us to a small beach for about an hour or so and then lunch on the way back. Very good lobster lunch! I would book this again in a minute.
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LIVE - Beyond 1/29/2023 - Live Blog, Cat Blog, Vlog!
go.without.you replied to David Kane's topic in Celebrity Cruises
I caught a Simpsons episode yesterday that had a whale swim out to a cruise ship entitled "Carnevil". The passengers see the whale and say, "Finally....a way off this ship!" Then drop rope to climb onto whale. I laughed out loud. -
I've done Thanksgiving several times and it is always a full ship. Living in FL makes it super easy to cruise that week and not have to hit the airport mess. I had heard there were about 200 kids on board but no one could confirm the actual number. I only noticed lots of kids on the last sea day by the pool. There were several events around the pool area which included a parade of the staff and dancers so it attracted a large crowd in general. The parade ended with the Captain telling us the ship was at 90% capacity for the 1st time since cruising returned. I had to yell at a teenager in Luminae 1 night. There was a cart with sweets set up in the corner and the staff would bring whatever you wanted. This kid goes over to the cart and starts picking up treats with his hands ignoring multiple sets of tongs. Then as he is standing over the cart, starts chewing said treats. *****!!! So yes, I have become that old lady that now yells at teens in public. Sorry, not sorry. Other than those 2 instances I didn't really notice the kids.
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LIVE - To Vero Beach and (then the) BEYOND -- January 29, 2023
go.without.you replied to mac_tlc's topic in Celebrity Cruises
How far in advance do you make the reservations? I noticed the reservation is non refundable unless your ship doesn't dock. -
Are suites worth the $ on non-revolutionized ships?
go.without.you replied to Fijalclarkski's topic in Celebrity Cruises
I like Luminae and if I'm on S class I sometimes order for the MDR. One of the big perks for me is having the same waitstaff for every meal. I love the Retreat deck and was able to find chairs with shade on Silhouette, Edge and Equinox. I sailed Reflection over Thanksgiving, which doesn't have the Retreat deck, and I won't make that mistake again. Mostly because we were sailing at 90% capacity and there were a lot of kids on board. Even the Solarium was very full so I would've enjoyed the serenity of the Retreat Deck and not having to stand in the long line at the Mast Grill for lunch on a port day. I avoid the OVC at all costs because of the guests that act like they've never seen a buffet before. (If you are in front of me and inspect every.single.piece.of.lettuce before putting it on your plate, I will go John Wick on you) -
New to MSC- what can I bring onboard?
go.without.you replied to Michael Scott's topic in MSC Cruises
Really no food? I know I know, it's like taking sand to the beach. What about candy bars (I like to give to the crew) or Kind bars I like to snack on while on an excursion? -
LIVE - To Vero Beach and (then the) BEYOND -- January 29, 2023
go.without.you replied to mac_tlc's topic in Celebrity Cruises
I'm following since I booked a SS on Ascent mid December. -
I'm Elite Plus and I use the free laundry every cruise. It's less I have to pack so I think it's a wonderful perk.
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I'm also a big planner - I have all my excursions and special dinners already booked for my November and December cruises. I WAS a travel agent and I HATED doing other peoples vacations and only lasted about a year. This was the late 80s before the internet and in a small town where no one went any farther than Ocean City, MD (which was more expensive than a cruise but you couldn't tell them that). The worst was doing all the work, sitting on the phone for hours, getting prices for multiple hotels, etc and then they say "Oh yeah....I booked it with my aunt/cousin/niece/friend.....who is also a travel agent." UGH!
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For those of us that prefer Android same thing as Airtags called "Tile". I bought mine from Amazon - 2 for about $50.
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What is "Bella experience"?
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Following since I booked my 1st MSC cruise on Seashore for November in YC. I usually do the Retreat on Celebrity but thought I would check this out. Also, when in YC you can check in anytime just like the Retreat? Asking because my check in is listed for 3pm and I usually board around 1130.
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I have my 1st MSC booked for November. What are the chocolate bars and are they worth the price?
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I can't find the menus for the specialty restaurants, can anyone help me?
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I had the corner suite on the Thanksgiving cruise a few months ago. LOVED the cabin. I will not do another ship without a Retreat deck again but Michael's club was updated and very pretty.
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Following along since I was on Silhouette for Christmas and am looking into an MSC for November. And the globe dress (that I bought after briefly meeting you at the martini bar) is awesome. I wash it in the sink then clip it to a chair on the balcony and it's good as new. All of my wardrobe should be that material. If you happen to meet Robin in Luminae he's wonderful and Leo was the Retreat bartender. Tell them Susie that gave them socks for Christmas said hello!
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Celebrity Retreat vs MSC Yacht Club - reviews?
go.without.you replied to go.without.you's topic in Celebrity Cruises
Good to know! I just hit Elite Plus. I want to do a Thanksgiving cruise this year but not liking the options on Celebrity. I did it last year on a ship without a Retreat deck and I won't make that mistake again. Way too peopley. -
I've sailed Celebrity Retreat several times but was wondering how MSC's Yacht Club compares. Does anyone have any reviews for me?
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Riedel Comparative Wine Crystal Workshop
go.without.you replied to kasowell2's topic in Celebrity Cruises
At least you were able to redeem the certificate. It kept telling me "invalid credit card" every time I tried to pay - no matter what card I used. -
Riedel Comparative Wine Crystal Workshop
go.without.you replied to kasowell2's topic in Celebrity Cruises
I did this in March and the coupon for the free glasses did not work. Someone on here said they stopped doing the free glasses in 2020 and the person running the class should have known that.