"LIVE" from Celebrity Summit

[SuzeCruz1]

Radio 

Thanks so much for this review.  

We're on Summit on her Sept. 1 (last cruise of the season) to beautiful Bermuda.  Also in a 2A, so I appreciate the photos.  

We've been on Summit pre- and post-Solsticizing, and are really looking forward to enjoying her new look.

The pics of the deep blue water just made me happy.  

[keep on cruisin]

11 hours ago, Radio said:

 

The Outlets are on the lamp base on one side of the bed. I have 2 premium devices and the USB charging ports work very well.

 

Radio

 

 

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Thank you.  At least i know i will not have to worry about power for the CPAPs.

[Mrs Cheech]

If possible can you just tell me what time the shows are in the theater.  Used to be at 7 & 9 so as to accomodate early & late main dining times.  Is that still the case?  We are on her in Sept and trying to decide on a time for dinner.  Thanks in advance. 

[Radio]

5 hours ago, Aralim said:

 

Wow! I was just in Bermuda last October and sailed right past the Fort St. Catherines on the ferry to St. George's, never saw that construction there. Also didn't have any new terminal building going up at that time either.

 

Is that terminal building replacing one of the existing ones, or truly new and supplementing what they already have? And are both projects expected to be finished in the next few months? I'm going to be back in Bermuda on Anthem of the Seas in October, might have to check out that new resort if it's open for business.

 

 

 

The government of Bermuda decided in November 2018 that they would demolish the existing King's wharf terminal and replace the whole Pier because it failed testing. The pier has been completed, and the new Passenger Terminal contract has been awarded to WEDCO (West End Development Corp) WEDCO suggested that the New Passenger terminal would be completed by June 2019.

 

It doesn't appear to me that it can be done by June, but I am not a Contractor and I don't work in construction. We shall see.

[Panama Mom-Mom]

Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We are finding our way around ship with your pictures and looking forward to returning to the Summit on the Independence Day Cruise.

[Radio]

Hello everyone and good day. I am back on board after a very nice day in Bermuda.

I rented an electric mini car for the day that I researched when I was last here in Oct 2018. I rented this from Oleander Cycles here at the Dockyard. They offer 2 versions of the mini car. The Anaig Quick is a 2 seat version with front and back passenger configuration. The second one is a Tazzari is a 2 seat version with left-right configuration. They only had the Tazaari when I reserved so that what I had . . . my friend rented the Anaig Quick. Both offer power windows, air conditioning, and radio. Both have a distance rating of 70km which isn’t bad since Bermuda is only 23 miles long. I am tall (6”3”) so these units were not very comfortable (see photos below) They have advantages as these would be perfect during a rainstorm (you would get drenched on a scooter) I think I would prefer the scooter, and not ride during the rain.

We drove over to the National Aquarium that I love to visit as much as I can when possible. It is only $10 admission and you can spend several hours there enjoying the grounds. I didn’t stay that long because we wanted to do other things/ We made it over to the Swizzle In. (Swizzle In – Swagger Out) The Swizzle Inn is the home of the famous Rum Swizzle that is very popular in Bermuda. I’m not a drinker but a few friends I was traveling with insisted we go there. It is a fun place to relax and have a bite.

We came back to the dockyard and all did some shopping at the many vendors there. There are a lot of shops and places to eat in the Dockyard. I may go over to the Anchor Restaurant tomorrow. I was there last October and it was wonderful. I made it back to the ship by around 5 and we will have dinner around 8 PM. Here are a few pics from today.

 

Radio

 

All passenger back on board by 3 pm Friday.

 

 

 

 

Celebrity relaxation area

 

 

 

 

The temporary Passenger Terminal (tent)

 

 

 

 

 

She looks beautiful from the pier

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Taxi Zones at the Dockyard

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tazzari Mini Car

 

 

 

 

Anaig Quick

 

 

 

 

 

Bermuda National Aquarium/Zoo

 

 

 

 

 

Seals in the Pool

 

 

 

 

A lot of Flamingos

 

 

 

 

 

Inside the Aquarium

 

 

 

 

 

Flatts Village

 

 

 

I love Flatts Village. The Aquarium/Zoo is here

 

 

 

 

 

Swizzle Inn

 

 

 

Gues can dine outside or inside

 

 

 

 

The Dockyard as viewed from the Sunset Bar DECK 10

 

 

 

 

Norwegian Escape is docked at Heritage Wharf in front of us.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The NEW King's Wharf under construction

 

 

 

 

The Temporary King's Wharf area

 

 

 

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Edited May 8, 2019 by Radio

[reallyhooked]

Radio 

Awesome review & pictures. Thank you.  We go September 1. First cruise on Summit & 1st time to  Bermuda. 

Enjoying following along. 

[artvlay]

Thank you for your review and photos. Did they do any renovations to the Solarium? 

[J_Kepler]

Truly thank you for taking some time out of your vacation to do this.  The picture you posted where you set up in the coffee shop lowered my blood pressure several points.  The thought of being there in just a couple weeks writing was so satisfying.

[Toronto Guy]

Another thread is talking about the new Deck 10 Aqua cabins being reclassified - and it's true that deck plans have been updated etc. to reflect same - regular verandas now.  Wonder if you could ask around as to why they are making this change for us?

[pacurnl]

Thank you

 

   We are sailing 6/16/19, our first time on Summit and first time to Bermuda. Your lovely pictures have really excited me for our trip.  The ship looks amazing!  I hope your weather holds out....as well as your luck!

 

Trish

[Radio]

8 hours ago, artvlay said:

Thank you for your review and photos. Did they do any renovations to the Solarium? 

 

The Solarium was not on the list for renovations with the "Celebrity Revolutions" info that I read. It is however, beautiful the way that it is 

 

Radio

 

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[JFontaine]

Radio - thank you!  Do you think the construction noise from the new terminal will be bothersome for people on that side of the ship?  And are taxis a further walk now?  Thanks. 

[Luv2Crus40]

From photos I saw of solarium seems to have fewer lounge chairs with more tables and seating for the Aqua Cafe.

[registrar]

Radio 

Where did you pick up your little car rental?

Are they available at the pier?

Do you have to reserve in advance?

Thanks for all your time and info

 

[Cruise it or lose it]

Thank you for all the beautiful pictures! They brought back some great memories.

[Twice_a_year]

Do you need an international drivers license? Does your current car insurance cover you or do you need to purchase it there? 

Thanks for all the info that you are providing.

[Laurab23]

I see the ship is facing a different direction than times I have sailed on her. Any idea how they determine which direction she faces? I have aft next week so hoping she faces the other direction.

 

Laura

[Radio]

Good morning, and Welcome to DAY 5 of "LIVE" from Celebrity Summit. I'm not a meteorologist but I am thinking that today will be a wonderful weather day.

 

The sun is up, there are just a few clouds with light winds. Today I will hang out at the dockyard and there's a possibility I may grab a scooter for a few hours. Some friends and I may be going to lunch at one of the restaurants in the dockyard. 

 

I will definitely go to the Bermuda National Museum right here in the dockyard. I love going there as I go whenever I am in Bermuda.

Here are a few images from this morning.

Thanks for tuning in.

 

Radio

 

Today will be a nice warm day.

 

 

 

I love the water

 

 

 

 

Scooter Parking lot

 

 

 

There are only a few clouds

 

 

 

I make my way to Deck 12

 

 

 

I need to go the Sunset Garden one evening

 

 

 

There is a biker group on board and they brought 15 Motorcycles

 

 

[Radio]

28 minutes ago, Laurab23 said:

I see the ship is facing a different direction than times I have sailed on her. Any idea how they determine which direction she faces? I have aft next week so hoping she faces the other direction.

 

Laura

 

 

It is based on 3 things. . . The Captain, the Dock master, and the tender maintenance schedule.( If the ship only docks on one side the other tenders cannot be serviced). This information was given to my by the Staff Captain in Celebrity Silhouette.

 

Radio

 

[Bo1953]

10 minutes ago, Radio said:

Good morning, and Welcome to DAY 5 of "LIVE" from Celebrity Summit. I'm not a meteorologist but I am thinking that today will be a wonderful weather day.

 

The sun is up, there are just a few clouds with light winds. Today I will hang out at the dockyard and there's a possibility I may grab a scooter for a few hours. Some friends and I may be going to lunch at one of the restaurants in the dockyard. 

 

I will definitely go to the Bermuda National Museum right here in the dockyard. I love going there as I go whenever I am in Bermuda.

Here are a few images from this morning.

Thanks for tuning in.

 

Radio

 

Today will be a nice warm day.

 

 

 

 

I love the water

 

 

 

 

 

Scooter Parking lot

 

 

 

 

There are only a few clouds

 

 

 

 

I make my way to Deck 12

 

 

 

 

I need to go the Sunset Garden one evening

 

 

 

 

There is a biker group on board and they brought 15 Motorcycles

 

 

What, you did not bring yours??? LOL

 

Off to the scooter rentals for you, Matey!

 

bon voyage

[hurwitz5]

Have 2 questions.  Going on the June 5 cruise to NE and Bermuda.  (1)!please recommend a reasonable and reliable place to park, other than by the cruise ship, (2) does the refurbished Summit have Mah  Jong sets on board?

Thanks.

[Bo1953]

On 5/7/2019 at 7:38 PM, 1bets1 said:

Can you tell me what the included eateries are? And very nice pictures!

The information you seek can be found here at X's website, along with all options for dining.

 

bon appetite and bon voyage

[TheMissyGirl]

I was going to ask you today if there were motorcycles on the ship.

 

We will be on the May 12th sailing with ours!

 

Thanks for the pictures.

 

Enjoy the rest of your cruise.

 

 

[Laurab23]

4 hours ago, Radio said:

Good morning, and Welcome to DAY 5 of "LIVE" from Celebrity Summit. I'm not a meteorologist but I am thinking that today will be a wonderful weather day.

 

The sun is up, there are just a few clouds with light winds. Today I will hang out at the dockyard and there's a possibility I may grab a scooter for a few hours. Some friends and I may be going to lunch at one of the restaurants in the dockyard. 

 

I will definitely go to the Bermuda National Museum right here in the dockyard. I love going there as I go whenever I am in Bermuda.

Here are a few images from this morning.

Thanks for tuning in.

 

Radio

 

Today will be a nice warm day.

 

 

 

I love the water

 

 

 

 

Scooter Parking lot

 

 

 

There are only a few clouds

 

 

 

I make my way to Deck 12

 

 

 

I need to go the Sunset Garden one evening

 

 

 

There is a biker group on board and they brought 15 Motorcycles

 

 

There is a large biker group on our cruise next week too.