Wickets Posted May 26, 2016 #26 Share Posted May 26, 2016 This why the stock took a hit today? Looks like the market does not like the news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QE2_Fan Posted May 26, 2016 #27 Share Posted May 26, 2016 It's hard to get too excited about additional Edge class ships when there is so little known about the first ones. LOL, I Totally agree with this! All the marketing hoopla on how well received they are and how much interest etc...yet we have hardly a thing to go by! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy3putts Posted May 26, 2016 #28 Share Posted May 26, 2016 LOL, I Totally agree with this! All the marketing hoopla on how well received they are and how much interest etc...yet we have hardly a thing to go by! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Yeah. Give us a morsel of info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simon stingray Posted May 26, 2016 #29 Share Posted May 26, 2016 (edited) I sure hope they'll build a thalassotherapy pool (or two) into the design of the E- class ships! A great chance to rectify the serious mistake of not including them on the S-class, IMHO. :p Betsy Absolutely! And if they decide to include those giant TV screens, I hope they are located in a separate area (as they have done with M class) and not over the Main pool deck like Princess. Edited May 26, 2016 by simon stingray Typo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkjretired Posted May 26, 2016 #30 Share Posted May 26, 2016 I sure hope they'll build a thalassotherapy pool (or two) into the design of the E- class ships! A great chance to rectify the serious mistake of not including them on the S-class, IMHO. :p Betsy Don't be surprised to see a T pool in an area for suites only....These ships are going to have a large suite presence, I just hope its not to the expense of the rest of the people on the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare C-Dragons Posted May 26, 2016 #31 Share Posted May 26, 2016 So when the Staff Captain on the Silhouette told us two years ago X would be building 4 new ships he was correct. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkjretired Posted May 26, 2016 #32 Share Posted May 26, 2016 So when the Staff Captain on the Silhouette told us two years ago X would be building 4 new ships he was correct. ;) Probably just guessed correctly.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare C-Dragons Posted May 26, 2016 #33 Share Posted May 26, 2016 Probably just guessed correctly.. I can assure you, from his demeanor, he wasn't just guessing. He actually seemed quite giddy to be sharing the news with those of us at his table. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkjretired Posted May 26, 2016 #34 Share Posted May 26, 2016 I can assure you, from his demeanor, he wasn't just guessing. He actually seemed quite giddy to be sharing the news with those of us at his table. Couple of years ago I seriously doubt he knew but they did the same thing with S class, there may be more coming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkjretired Posted May 26, 2016 #35 Share Posted May 26, 2016 I can assure you, from his demeanor, he wasn't just guessing. He actually seemed quite giddy to be sharing the news with those of us at his table. Couple of years ago I seriously doubt he knew but they did the same thing with S class, there may be more coming. I still remember all the Captains and other high ranking personnel who absolutely knew that the Century was going to be cut in half and stretched. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MR_T Posted May 26, 2016 #36 Share Posted May 26, 2016 I've heard through the grape vine that the plan is to have 5 edge class ships in total... [emoji848] this was long before these last 2 was announced Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare C-Dragons Posted May 26, 2016 #37 Share Posted May 26, 2016 (edited) Ship new Celebrity Cruises ships Celebrity TBN1 Celebrity TBN2 Celebrity TBN3 Celebrity TBN4 both vessels are marked as project EDGE To be launched fall 2018 early 2020 2021 2022 Gross Tonnage 117,700 size in ft 984x123 size in m 300x37 Passengers 2900 Cost (Millions USD) $900 Builder STX France According to information posted online on Nov. 26, 2015, the 4 Edge class ships were already on the books with STX. The Staff Captain told us in March of 2014. X officially announced the first 2 Edge class ships in the Fall of 2014. http://www.cruisemapper.com/wiki/770-newest-cruise-ships Edited May 26, 2016 by C-Dragons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chunky2219 Posted May 26, 2016 #38 Share Posted May 26, 2016 Don't be surprised to see a T pool in an area for suites only....These ships are going to have a large suite presence, I just hope its not to the expense of the rest of the people on the ship. No, you can be pretty sure it will be at the expense of the people paying top dollar for the suites. The only possible reason to add more suite amenities is to make more money, they ain't running a charity. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeRick Posted May 26, 2016 #39 Share Posted May 26, 2016 No, you can be pretty sure it will be at the expense of the people paying top dollar for the suites. The only possible reason to add more suite amenities is to make more money, they ain't running a charity. . Where does Celebrity say that Edge ships would have a larger proportion of suites or an exclusive suite area? Is this just speculation at this point? I generally sail in some type of suite and believe me pay a substantial premium but it is my choice. The market drives it. On most Celebrity ships the suites sell out very fast particularly for interesting and/or longer itineraries. They provide a top notch suite experience IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkjretired Posted May 26, 2016 #40 Share Posted May 26, 2016 (edited) No, you can be pretty sure it will be at the expense of the people paying top dollar for the suites. The only possible reason to add more suite amenities is to make more money, they ain't running a charity. . You're correct, you get what you pay for,if you choose a suite you are entitled to all the benefits you paid for in your fare. I was thinking in terms of taking space away from the rest of the ship. I.e.: Michaels Club Edited May 26, 2016 by dkjretired Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkjretired Posted May 26, 2016 #41 Share Posted May 26, 2016 Where does Celebrity say that Edge ships would have a larger proportion of suites or an exclusive suite area? Is this just speculation at this point? I generally sail in some type of suite and believe me pay a substantial premium but it is my choice. The market drives it. On most Celebrity ships the suites sell out very fast particularly for interesting and/or longer itineraries. They provide a top notch suite experience IMO. Nothing definite just speculation but they need to keep of with the other lines such as NCL with their Haven concept. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chunky2219 Posted May 26, 2016 #42 Share Posted May 26, 2016 Let me draw a simple comparison. We visited Norway aboard Queen Victoria which is a "Vista Class" ship. Same basic hull used by many Carnival Group lines. As we were eating breakfast up pulled a Costa ship, another Vista Class. When they started coming ashore, it looked like someone had taken down the fences in a refugee camp, hundreds of people streaming off. So after a spot of Googling, I found that the ships were almost identical dimensions but there were close on 800 extra people aboard the one with the yellow funnel. Most of them, presumably, paying less than the average on our ship. The new class of ships might have more suites, it might not. The space ratio and crew/pax ratio may be better or worse. But you can rest assured that it will be built for Celebrity's target demographic and will maximise the profit potential. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QE2_Fan Posted May 27, 2016 #43 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Yes it sounds like people are expecting an NCL style Haven concept on the new ships - an all suite ship within a ship! If so, wonderful for those that use it. There will still be plenty of 'ship' for me to enjoy without feeling I in steerage! It's when I'm sitting down at the Bar and the bartender asked for suite guests drink ordered before mine that it would start to ruffle my feathers! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingChick Posted May 27, 2016 Author #44 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Yes it sounds like people are expecting an NCL style Haven concept on the new ships - an all suite ship within a ship! If so, wonderful for those that use it. There will still be plenty of 'ship' for me to enjoy without feeling I in steerage! It's when I'm sitting down at the Bar and the bartender asked for suite guests drink ordered before mine that it would start to ruffle my feathers! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk The Suites have their own lounge so they don't have to mingle with us peasants in steerage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QE2_Fan Posted May 27, 2016 #45 Share Posted May 27, 2016 The Suites have their own lounge so they don't have to mingle with us peasants in steerage. This is hot of the press, a preview of the new intimate modern luxury non-suite Martini Bar on the Edge class ships [emoji15] Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingChick Posted May 27, 2016 Author #46 Share Posted May 27, 2016 This is hot of the press, a preview of the new intimate modern luxury non-suite Martini Bar on the Edge class ships [emoji15] Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk At least there's more room than the current martini bars which are tiny and cramped for seating. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QE2_Fan Posted May 27, 2016 #47 Share Posted May 27, 2016 (edited) Even more exciting are the new family share non suite cabins. these will sure to be popular for the masses lol. More modern steerage than modern luxury [emoji12] Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Edited May 27, 2016 by QE2_Fan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chunky2219 Posted May 27, 2016 #48 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Even more exciting are the new family share non suite cabins. these will sure to be popular for the masses lol. More modern steerage than modern luxury [emoji12] I wonder if you pay extra for a step to use that toilet. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bEwAbG Posted May 27, 2016 #49 Share Posted May 27, 2016 I will not be surprised if Celebrity adds additional spaces for suites-only access like a pool area, but the idea that suite guests hiss at the plebes whenever they make eye contact is a bit over-dramatic. I stay in suites because the room is bigger. Period. I love sharing the other spaces with whoever else is on the cruise because it's a great way to meet interesting people. You generally have to ask people their room category because I have yet to meet someone who announces it loudly and often and those types would be boorish no matter what. The small restaurant is nice in that the food quality is better (because you're paying for it), but I actually missed aspects of the MDR as well. I wouldn't miss the over-crowded pool area but I avoid the pool anyway. I haven't sailed in any Haven-type venue because if I wanted a small-ship feel, I'd sail a real luxury line on a small ship. The prices are not that much different. I think it would be a mistake for Celebrity to take it to that extreme. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QE2_Fan Posted May 28, 2016 #50 Share Posted May 28, 2016 I wonder if you pay extra for a step to use that toilet. . Ahhh, that's the sink [emoji15]The toilet is down the hall. It has one of those pay for 5 minutes use locks in it. [emoji857] Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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