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Date of Cruise: 1. October 2023 Ship: Beyond Cabin #: 8334 Deck #: 9 Cabin Category: Sunset Verandah Cabin Location: Aft, long walk to elevator Bed Position: Near bath Balcony Type: Traditional walk out balcony Balcony/Window Size: Not as wide as other balconies around. I had to ask for a lounger and they removed it last night probably because less spacious than others Balcony/Window View/Obstruction: None Balcony Overhang?: Yes, and good for privacy from above Magic Carpet Issues?: None Noise Issues?: None, very quiet Wind Issues?: None Connecting Cabin? Where Does it Connect?: No Suite Details: NA Advantages/Problems/Comments: Only issue was that the wardrobe/closet was parallel and close to the the bed so it was not convenient to get into it especially if other person in room was sitting on that side of the bed. Would You Book It Again?: yes

Very quiet introverted children will like celebrity. June should have lots of minors on the ship. So there’s a chance they meet peers. Have a great vacation

They’re going to test out allowing vaping? There is all kind of everything not known about inhaling 2nd hand vape and there’s no regulation.🤦🏼‍♀️ I’m sure it’s about appealing to a younger crowd. Sadly they may all have no lungs by 40, but back on point, you are right, we do need to keep our eyes open for what else might happen as they sweep out the old for the young. Beyond floating around Caribbean going to coco cay is sad to me although PERHAPS they have seen error of their ways with the IV. Caribbean cruisers might not be as opposed to them as those that prefer other itineraries.

They at least should have done a lift and shift to a comparable cruise like they did during covid cancellations so you are protected from price increases and maybe thrown in a nice OBC. Keep fighting for that. I completely understand about the SV. I’m sure they’re all gone on Ascent in April 2024 and it’s definitely late to be booking an April 2024 TA if you are picky like I am (want no part of IV)I would be upset too, but I’d probably still stick with Celebrity because there’s nothing else like it, imo. So please don’t get yourself banned (however that works) it won’t hurt them and you might change your mind when this is more in rear view. I’m on Beyond going westbound TA in October. Looks like she won’t be returning to Europe for quite some time. 😥 She seems nicer than a ship that only cruises around the Caribbean

QQ . .if you do this in addition to you not seeing them, do they not see your posts. ?

Oh how I love the Summit. I read from some other bloggers on the ship that it is understaffed. Are you noticing this? Apologies if I missed it, but are you are 100% capacity? Thank you for all the glorious photos

I love it like that. They had prime rib that rare when in Eden when I was on Edge April/May TA. Enjoying reading about Summit that I will be on in December for 4th time.

I would have been so upset. I'm afraid that this kind of attitude is very common lately. Some people think rules for the common good don't apply to them. I always feel my complaints as a woman are never taken as seriously. Often complaining makes things worse, but if you don't complain then you are giving into a "threat". It's extremely disheartening. I'd have a serious follow up with Celebrity after that. That they knew who complained is absolutely unacceptable. The smokers behavior after was aggressive and threatening, imo. I'm so sorry.

Yes, also tried some mock bookings and could ONLY pre-book a premium type package with premium beverages and streaming wi-fi with Retreat/suites. Actually it comes included in the suite price. There was no way to pre-book premium with Aqua class and below. Quite a stunning change. I hope they advise on what it will cost to upgrade or add premium beverages once on board. Luckily I'm booked on three cruises through 2023 with Indulge or elevate. I'd really like a return of packages for non suites that include premium even if more costly than in the past.

This is a huge victory

Could not agree more that the 16 month old requirement should be removed

There are options for nearly every outcome. Consider what works for you and proceed.

I was able to book a family verandah on Summit in December for only two people two weeks ago. It’s a pre-holiday sailing so I’m assuming they’re not expecting many children or families. They had previously been sold out of aft facing cabins on these sailings so I was ecstatic to not only have my ideal cabin placement, but larger room and balcony. Love love love Summit. Will be our 4th time

100% correct. The cruiselines can’t possibly test everyone nor quarantine all those that become positive. The current variant is super contagious, but for most if vaccinated and boostered you’ll recover in short order. We also have therapies to treat it. If you can’t take on the risk, probably shouldn’t cruise at this time. We have to change our thinking from pandemic to endemic as quoted poster notes.

Most important. Self test yourself before going to airport to find out if possibly positive. Helps prevent meltdowns when already stressed at airport and gives you time to collect your thoughts and plan

I don’t think they are looking to open cans of worms anymore.

I am so sorry, Banana. I hope Celebrity can help you get a certificate of recovery soon so you can go home already. Just a terrible experience.

I know of zero contact tracing that happened on Edge TA. An official positive test seemed to only impact the individual(s) in the room with +

I just meant there is no covid testing requirement at the moment.

The US airlines might get rich if they started special COVID flights for all the people trying to get back to the States. In the meantime, Air Canada and Mexico will get the sales boost

You have my full support and sympathy, Banana. I did not meet you on the cruise, but how you have been treated over your ordeal is too much.

Yup, when you fly to Canada or Mexico, you would be in good company with lots of others in the KN95 with omicron. It's the new real. You assume that risk when you get on a plane. Blows me away on US domestic flights that people go unmasked trusting all the other passengers onboard who may or may not be tested/vaxxed or masked. They either are not thinking or don't care. When they stopped mask requirement in US, you'd think the way people acted that COVID was eradicated.

I agree, requirement should be eliminated. All need to take their own pre-cautions and do own risk assessment, for many it will seem too great. Everyone wearing masks is bests, but if that can't happen, I will wear my own KN-95, probably forever and continue getting boostered.

Check if there is testing at the airport. You may also want to consider the proctored testing kit, but reliable internet connection can be an issue when at sea. Do not assume that test will be negative as you hope. I'd privately test prior to official test to know what you may be up against. Good luck. Hopefully soon the US follows other countries and removes this requirement.

Perfect comment. Personal responsibility and risk assessment. I hope all our friends caught up in the current web of varying rules are home heathy, safe and sound