adonisr Posted June 5, 2018 Author #26 Share Posted June 5, 2018 I sail on Summit in Aqua Class in 3 weeks. How is the service at Blu? Good maitre d' and wait staff? Did you ever make any special requests, and if so, how did they go? Service was great. Ask for Emanuel. The two hostesses were excellent and remembered our names by the 3rd night. The entire dining room staff chipped in to help each other filling glasses or clearing tables. It was our first time in Aqua class and we went into it thinking we'd do some nights in Blu and some in the main dining room. After the first night, we ditched the plan to visit the main dining room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adonisr Posted June 5, 2018 Author #27 Share Posted June 5, 2018 Do you remember the name of the restaurant? We love to eat at places like this! Mama Angies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerelmx Posted June 5, 2018 #28 Share Posted June 5, 2018 Qsine still have his own menu or have change to Le Petit Chef? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adonisr Posted June 5, 2018 Author #29 Share Posted June 5, 2018 Qsine still have his own menu or have change to Le Petit Chef? It was still Qsine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthCarolinaBelle Posted June 5, 2018 #30 Share Posted June 5, 2018 Mama Angies Thank you so much! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gypsy2 Posted June 6, 2018 #31 Share Posted June 6, 2018 I second Mama Angie's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maggie cruises Posted June 6, 2018 #32 Share Posted June 6, 2018 I'm new to X but is it true the casinos are smokefree? Are all indoor venues smokefree? Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btobey Posted June 6, 2018 #33 Share Posted June 6, 2018 Thanks so much for posting! We are sailing out on Summit next week (June 17); it will be our first time, although we have been on Celebrity before. I don't have any particular questions just now, but I'll follow-up to a couple of things already mentioned: 1) Would getting in really early at Bayonne help to avoid the customs backup? 2) You mentioned the "Rooftop Terrace Movies"--are these the movies shown during the paid food pairings, or are these free movies available to all? Thanks again; we are getting very excited about our trip! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisersTimesThree Posted June 6, 2018 #34 Share Posted June 6, 2018 I'm new to X but is it true the casinos are smokefree? Are all indoor venues smokefree? Sent from my iPad using Forums Yes, on Celebrity ships smoking is prohibited anywhere indoors, inside your cabin or on your balcony. There are a couple of designated smoking areas outdoors which vary from ship to ship. One of the main reasons we sail Celebrity! Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papajoe117@aol.com Posted June 6, 2018 #35 Share Posted June 6, 2018 The roof top movies are free except the food and wine pairing. We also will be on the June 15th cruise. we get to Bayonne about 10Am and never had a problem at that time. The busiest I think is about 11-noon. Looking forward to meeting you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maggie cruises Posted June 6, 2018 #36 Share Posted June 6, 2018 Yes, on Celebrity ships smoking is prohibited anywhere indoors, inside your cabin or on your balcony. There are a couple of designated smoking areas outdoors which vary from ship to ship.One of the main reasons we sail Celebrity! Sent from my iPad using Forums Wonderful news!!! Ok so we are seasoned cruisers mostly on ncl but a few on CCL and 1 on princess We do not dress like slobs but the days of bringing suits and dress clothes are over especially on a Carib cruise. We also try not to check luggage So typically... I will normally dine in the mdr in black capris and resort casual nice flowy tops and nice sandals. I certainly am not opposed to rolling up my black silk slacks and thin fabric sequined top if X actually does enforce a dress up night DH will wear khaki slacks and polo shirt or long sleeve checked llbean type shirt (which could be worn with a ties if needed) on normal nights but would he need to bring dress slacks and a jacket? Or can he just substitute the dress slacks for the khakis and put a tie on a checked shirt for a dressier night? Or is a dressy night optional in the mdr and can we just go resort casual in the mdr on that night? My 20 something dds will wear sundresses..long or short..and will look great so no issues there for all 7 nights anyway. They aren't bringing prom gowns that's a given. Lol We aren't keen on eating dinner in the buffet ever. Lol Thanks all for your help. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adonisr Posted June 6, 2018 Author #37 Share Posted June 6, 2018 I'm new to X but is it true the casinos are smokefree? Are all indoor venues smokefree? Sent from my iPad using Forums The casino was smoke free. Pretty sure the only smoking allowed was in 2 areas up on the main pool decks and on one side of the Deck 4 promenade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adonisr Posted June 6, 2018 Author #38 Share Posted June 6, 2018 Thanks so much for posting! We are sailing out on Summit next week (June 17); it will be our first time, although we have been on Celebrity before. I don't have any particular questions just now, but I'll follow-up to a couple of things already mentioned: 1) Would getting in really early at Bayonne help to avoid the customs backup? 2) You mentioned the "Rooftop Terrace Movies"--are these the movies shown during the paid food pairings, or are these free movies available to all? Thanks again; we are getting very excited about our trip! The check in slowness was due to security, not customs. Rooftop Terrace movies are free and weather dependent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adonisr Posted June 6, 2018 Author #39 Share Posted June 6, 2018 Wonderful news!!! Ok so we are seasoned cruisers mostly on ncl but a few on CCL and 1 on princess We do not dress like slobs but the days of bringing suits and dress clothes are over especially on a Carib cruise. We also try not to check luggage So typically... I will normally dine in the mdr in black capris and resort casual nice flowy tops and nice sandals. I certainly am not opposed to rolling up my black silk slacks and thin fabric sequined top if X actually does enforce a dress up night DH will wear khaki slacks and polo shirt or long sleeve checked llbean type shirt (which could be worn with a ties if needed) on normal nights but would he need to bring dress slacks and a jacket? Or can he just substitute the dress slacks for the khakis and put a tie on a checked shirt for a dressier night? Or is a dressy night optional in the mdr and can we just go resort casual in the mdr on that night? My 20 something dds will wear sundresses..long or short..and will look great so no issues there for all 7 nights anyway. They aren't bringing prom gowns that's a given. Lol We aren't keen on eating dinner in the buffet ever. Lol Thanks all for your help. Sent from my iPad using Forums What you describe above will be the norm. You'll be fine. On "elegant" night, you'll see some nice dresses, suits and tuxes, but not many. On one of the elegant nights I wore slacks with a button up shirt and jacket - no tie. I added a tie on the second elegant night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jborosara Posted June 6, 2018 #40 Share Posted June 6, 2018 Is there a Luminae on board? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkjretired Posted June 6, 2018 #41 Share Posted June 6, 2018 Is there a Luminae on board? Yes, all Celebrity ships have the suite restaurant Luminae.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bo1953 Posted June 6, 2018 #42 Share Posted June 6, 2018 Is there a Luminae on board? Yes. bon voyage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerseyGirlatHeart Posted June 6, 2018 #43 Share Posted June 6, 2018 The roof top movies are free except the food and wine pairing. We also will be on the June 15th cruise. we get to Bayonne about 10Am and never had a problem at that time. The busiest I think is about 11-noon. Looking forward to meeting you. Hi, can you tell me a little about the food and wine paring? Can this be reserved before getting on board, and if so, is it located in the website cruise planner? Thanks to much Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bo1953 Posted June 6, 2018 #44 Share Posted June 6, 2018 Hi, can you tell me a little about the food and wine paring? Can this be reserved before getting on board, and if so, is it located in the website cruise planner? Thanks to much Sent from my iPhone using Forums No, this is reserved on-board. I have never seen it available for pre-purchase or reservation. bon voyage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barneymag Posted June 6, 2018 #45 Share Posted June 6, 2018 (edited) Questions - feel free to ask. Loved Bermuda, in spite of not great weather. Loved the Summit. Needs a face lift, but still a nice ship with a great crew. Bayonne Customs Service - horrible. No other way to put it. They had 3 agents checking in over 2000 people. Typical US government operation. Hi Adonisr Were you on a drinks package ? Or did you notice the price on the ship for upgrading from classic to Premium - it used to be $10+18%tip per day($11.80) but recently Celebrity have increased to $14+18%($16.52) per day when upgrading online before sailing. I know sometimes the fleet are behind the website and haven’t heard from anyone currently on a ship or recently disembarking what prices are being charged on the ship Plenty of threads on cc but not seen confirmation of upgrade prices on the ships from anyone on an actual cruise since the announcement Thanks Edited June 6, 2018 by barneymag spelling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthCarolinaBelle Posted June 6, 2018 #46 Share Posted June 6, 2018 I'm new to X but is it true the casinos are smokefree? Are all indoor venues smokefree? Sent from my iPad using Forums It's true!!! Enjoy!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adonisr Posted June 7, 2018 Author #47 Share Posted June 7, 2018 Hi Adonisr Were you on a drinks package ? Or did you notice the price on the ship for upgrading from classic to Premium - it used to be $10+18%tip per day($11.80) but recently Celebrity have increased to $14+18%($16.52) per day when upgrading online before sailing. I know sometimes the fleet are behind the website and haven’t heard from anyone currently on a ship or recently disembarking what prices are being charged on the ship Plenty of threads on cc but not seen confirmation of upgrade prices on the ships from anyone on an actual cruise since the announcement Thanks We did not do a drink package, so I didn't even look at pricing. Sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrivesLikeMario Posted June 7, 2018 #48 Share Posted June 7, 2018 I see in your signature that you've sailed on the Equinox which is a larger ship than the Summit. We have sailed on both the Eclipse and the Equinox. We had considered a Summit cruise based on an itinerary we liked but were concerned that the boat would feel much smaller. Can you comment on if you noticed that? Being smaller did you feel like there was more "rocking"? Overall between the 2 ships could you give your opinion on pros and cons? TIA :) Tia, I hope I can put your mind at ease. We had an aft-facing cabin twice on the Summit (our favorite - #7206) and were under some heavy wind and waves leaving Bayonne. I couldn't believe how smoothly the ship sailed! It really was one of the smoothest-riding ships we've ever sailed. I would not hesitate to book this class of ship in the worst weather. I really notice how a ship "rides" and it was light years better than anything we've ever had on Princess, for example. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maggie cruises Posted June 7, 2018 #49 Share Posted June 7, 2018 Where should we book a balcony cabin to be sure to avoid outdoor smoking areas? Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkjretired Posted June 7, 2018 #50 Share Posted June 7, 2018 Where should we book a balcony cabin to be sure to avoid outdoor smoking areas? Sent from my iPad using Forums Starboard Side.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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