renji

On 8/13/2022 at 11:36 PM, Nado44 said:

I'm risk tolerant and would not hesitate to book the 1000 flight from FCO.

 

I was one of the first to disembark my ship at Citivecchia (0630-0700 ish) this past June. I prearranged a driver and was at FCO by 0740 and at my gate by 0800. My FCO-VIE flight was at 9 am.

 

wonder if flying to Chicago would be as easy...

2 hours ago, cruisestitch said:

Have a look at the discussion here

 

thank you!

anyone succeeded (or failed) at making a 9:55 flight in Rome (FCO) on 9/5 if we self-disembark, first off the ship (Beyond)?  United Business and we can have a driver at the port early...

will appreciate all advice!

currently on a 12:55, but the 9:55 is nonstop....

5 hours ago, Sailing12Away said:

Rooms on 11 (at least right now) are not owners suites though. That's the difference. So you have to pick between being in an owners suite with those bonus perks - but potentially no hot tub, or being on deck 11 in a 'regular' cabin but know that you have the hot tub.

What are the bonus perks that The penthouse on 11 doesn’t get?  I didn’t realize there was something other than room size/features itself.    I suspect I would choose the private hot tub 🙂.  

14 hours ago, kwokpot said:

There's no pool or hot tub in the Thermal suite on any Celebrity ship, period. The description is a generic wording applying to all of Celebrity's Spa facilities whether or not the ship actually has those specific facilities. The thalassotherapy pools are in the Solarium on M-Class ships, and are accessable to everyone whether you have Thermal suite access or not. Celebrity conflates the offerings in the Solarium with the thermal suite since Celebrity considers the Solarium as part of their spa facilities. 

Thank you so much. This trip on Beyond  will be my first time on Celebrity. I have to say that ad right at purchase, especially the last line “Enjoy a 1-day Thermal Suite and Thalassotherapy Pool experience during your cruise with this pass”—makes their advertisement to purchase the spa pass almost stunningly misleading. 

8 minutes ago, Tom-n-Cheryl said:

 

Agreed - and it should NOT be the same $ (I assume it is?)

 

Tom

I agree, although that's their choice, but it is soooo frustrating to look for a 12.  And when one is left you can't even see which as it's just "Best Available" ...easier now to look for 11 in its own category,  

on the site for Celebrity Beyond--their description of the SEA thermal suite refers to a thalassotherapy pool... are we sure there isn't one?

Set sail on a journey to ultimate relaxation with this sensory oasis. Inspired by traditional Turkish Baths, our Thermal Suite features heated chaise lounges as well as aromatic steam and sauna grottos - a perfect interlude to your day. Then, soak in our Thalassotherapy Pool, a therapeutic, natural-bubbling salt-water spring. This mineral-rich body of water has healing powers for de-stressing, pain relief, and to soothe dry skin. Enjoy a 1-day Thermal Suite and Thalassotherapy Pool experience during your cruise with this pass.

18 hours ago, Tom-n-Cheryl said:

 

Thanks - looks like Hot Tubs on deck 12  🙂

 

Tom

and on 11! Really think they need deck 10 aft OS to be in a different booking category than 12, rather than just the asterisk saying no hot tubs on 10.  

58 minutes ago, mauimary said:

We ate dinner every night about 7p and made it to the 9pm show.  We also made reservations for the four different dining rooms and sometimes showed up a little early and we’re seated. 

The specialty dining haven’t had any 7 or 730, our preferred times.  We’ll deal!

21 hours ago, dreamer321 said:

Just a heads up on lunch at Le Grand Bistro, the service charge is now $30 plus $6 gratuity per person for lunch (at least on my January 2023 cruise); that seems pretty steep since you already paid for meals with your cruise. 

 

Also, I've been following the entertainment calendar on Beyond and I don't think they have Caravan at the Club like they do on Apex unless they just haven't been offering to the last few cruises.

 

They offer three production shows in The Theatre:

• Stage Door

• Elements

• Arte

 

and three production shows in Eden:

 

Wonder at Eden: Paradise
Wonder at Eden: Decadence
Wonder at Eden: Dreams

 

any idea what time would work for dinner to be able to go to shows?  wondering if the 8 pm dinner slot will still work...

1 minute ago, cruisestitch said:

If they bring that back, you should know that you do not  pay for just the last few days, you would pay for the entire cruise.  
 

also there was a fee for downline embarkation and some paperwork involved.

 

But, as noted, the program is not being offered at this time

Yeah, it’s a real bummer. It would be nice if it were different to add a 3rd v the entire cabin.  We can still be together for day touring in Sicily, Naples and Rome if they fly into Sicily, then fly to Naples and then to Rome. 

Has anyone had luck adding another passenger to the cruise and having them join just for the last few days (in an Italian port)? We were upgraded to an Edge Villa, but the kids can’t get away for the entire time.

Found the answer: as of 12/21, Celebrity no longer allows “downline embarkation”. At least I learned a term of art!

On 8/10/2022 at 1:02 AM, wrk2cruise said:

Have you done RCL?  There is a reciprocal agreement between the loyalty programs.  If you find you are at different CC levels than your partner you can get your accounts linked provided you share a home address.  Either call or visit the Captains Club Concierge when onboard.

I am just Emerald on RCL so nothing really beneficial yet!

5 hours ago, LGW59 said:

You won't have to worry about a credit amount for specialty dining, it is all included, ENJOY!!

5 hours ago, George C said:

Yes free specialty restaurants and liquor setup with two liter bottles of your choice  and they restock fridge with soda, water and beer of your choice daily .for royal and above, love these perks.

Even if they are Move Up upgrades?  When I go to make reservations, it’s still showing pricing and asking for credit card info.  Would you recommend that I just wait until on board? I don’t want to cancel my current bookings and lose the reservations (although I suppose I should do a regular meal at Le Voyage rather than the tasting I had booked if that’s not covered!).

51 minutes ago, danceswithphones said:

I was worried about the stairs until my wife said 'why not take the elevator?'. The elevator bank is right there! That door on Deck 16 may be a little heavy but it will work for us. I don't foresee spending much time upstairs. That rocking chair on the balcony looks inviting. 

i think I read we might have to walk through the retreat to get to the cabin from the elevator on 16 but I'm down with that...my partner has some broken toes so it's really for him that ai worried, but he but is strong enough to handle the door if the stairs get to him.  I am actually looking forward to going up the stairs to work off those two bottles they apparently put in the room:)  

CELEBRITY MOVE UP TRACKER 

• Ship:  Beyond
• Length of Cruise: 9 days
• Cruise Sail Date: August 27, 2022
• Date email offer received: not sure, I went into move up on the site to bid 4 days ago (Monday)
• Captain’s Club Tier [“PREVIEW” = first Celebrity Cruise]: Select?  1st or 2nd cruise
• Booked through Celebrity Direct OR via TA: via my TA
• Current Cabin: Aqua Sky Suite
• Bid?  Yes/No: Yes

If YES -  Bidding Details:

• Cabin Category: Edge Villa 
• Bid Offer: $1,620 pp
• Notification Date: Today, 4 days after bidding 8/12/22
• Accepted / Rejected   Accepted

General Comments (offer details, etc.)

it was above minimum and the meter said it was a strong offer. The Edge Villas were not selling well on this cruise...

I also bid $1,070 on a Royal Suite which was rejected, that had been described as a weak offer.

35 minutes ago, danceswithphones said:

We are on the Beyond in 15106 for November. Please post some pics! Enjoy!

will do!

43 minutes ago, renji said:

Trigger warning: first world problem!  i was very happy with my Aqua sky suite, but got caught up in the idea of bidding.  bid on a Royal Suite and Edge Villa (described as a strong bid I think), the latter is still pending 2 weeks out, there are 4 of 6 left.  the modify/cancel button didn't work for me so I will go with the flow.  I thought we'll survive the stairs and enjoy the private hot tub in lieu of the spa access and close view of waking to the ocean.  but then I read all sorts of iffy reviews on the windy nature of the balcony (not sure if those were Mediterranean cruises), motion of the cabin, heavy doors, hard couch (we would just be sitting).  i like the exercise of the stairs so ok with that aspect.

 

 perhaps that is why it isn't selling straight (or the crazy price point).  but those reviews are all Apex and Edge.  

anyone stayed in the Beyond Edge and have any info to ease my mind?  Service being good, etc?  i'd like to be comfy I'll be happy either way!

 

edit: the upgrade just went through, 15 days before sailing to cabin 15104. so I'm going to be happy about it and deal with whatever issues there are 🙂!  but still would like to be prepared..this is my first time on Celebrity...

i suppose I now pay for spa access (just one or two sea days, so 2 days probably suffice) but hopefully get a credit for specialty dining?  

29 minutes ago, sid_9169 said:

Is this upgrade available online, or is it something you need to call in and ask about? I booked the Prima about a year ago for a February 2023 cruise, and I don't see anything in my booking indicating that it's available. There is a section called "upgrade offers", but it only includes the option to upgrade to the premium plus beverage package or WiFi, but no FASUP package deal...

i called.  for 7 days, 2 people it was $686 for plus, and $140 to add streaming.  

Trigger warning: first world problem!  i was very happy with my Aqua sky suite, but got caught up in the idea of bidding.  bid on a Royal Suite and Edge Villa (described as a strong bid I think), the latter is still pending 2 weeks out, there are 4 of 6 left.  the modify/cancel button didn't work for me so I will go with the flow.  I thought we'll survive the stairs and enjoy the private hot tub in lieu of the spa access and close view of waking to the ocean.  but then I read all sorts of iffy reviews on the windy nature of the balcony (not sure if those were Mediterranean cruises), motion of the cabin, heavy doors, hard couch (we would just be sitting).  i like the exercise of the stairs so ok with that aspect.

 perhaps that is why it isn't selling straight (or the crazy price point).  but those reviews are all Apex and Edge.  

anyone stayed in the Beyond Edge and have any info to ease my mind?  Service being good, etc?  i'd like to be comfy I'll be happy either way!

I had the unlimited dining on Oasis and was glad for it.  i preferred the specialty over my one dinner in coastal kitchen.   loved the civilized breakfast though.

1 hour ago, laudergayle said:

I don’t think it includes streaming upgrade option.  You could try adding it before you add FASUP and see what it does.  The price might adjust accordingly.  If you end up with three internet options you can always cancel one…but that might have to be your streaming option.  And it might have to be a phone call to NCL. 

for me the streaming upgrade was an additional $10 a day, with $70 as a separate line item.  

20 hours ago, kessdarln said:

Emailed my PCC - is there a link somewhere that talks about this? Never mind, just found an image and it does not include streaming. 

I was able to add streaming for another $10 a day

On 3/22/2022 at 9:02 AM, 39august said:

Can this test be done on an I pad? We do not own an I phone. My husband thinks we can't do this on his I pad.

i did it on my ipad pro without issue.  i have a cover so was able to stand it up like a book  

On 4/2/2022 at 10:48 AM, Oceangoer2 said:

Hello...and thank you for creating and updating this spreadsheet...very much used and appreciated.  If you can't reply to my post, I understand but will ask just in case you can.  Will you create a 'sheet' for Apex and Beyond (in future)?

this is edge class so includes Apex and Beyond