Switching to Edge in Fall from DCL - Opinions Needed!

[kstetser]

So - I'm a 20 time Disney cruiser and ready to jump ship to the Edge in late September.   DCL just announced their US protocols yesterday and for the money I'd pay to be in concierge, it really doesn't seem worth it (masks for all, social distancing, reduced services).   It's my husband, 2 friends and me sailing.  Will be their first cruise ever and our first on Celebrity (we have Eclipse booked for Alaska next summer).   We would each gook either a sky or celebrity suite with a real veranda (not keen on the infinity ones).

 

Assuming I can get flights worked out - what sorts of things should we know?   What do you love on Edge?   We are pretty low key folks, love great service, fine dining, good wine and fun cocktails.  Don't gamble and not looking for a party scene.  Hope to just go to the beach in port and generally heal from the hellish last 18 months.    I love DCL, but their prices and lack of vaccine requirements are driving us away.

Edited July 24, 2021 by kstetser

[Cruise a holic]

You are in for a treat.  Disney IMO, having sailed multiple times, is for families with little children.  Celebrity does offer children some amenities- but the rest of the ship is like camp for adults on steroids!  The edge is a beautiful ship, and I would strongly recommend either an aft view SS with a true balcony, or a sky or celebrity suite with a true balcony- not a fan of the infinite balconies.   The amenities for suite guests are wonderful!   The food, entertainment and service top notch.  While we aren't gamblers, many people enjoy the casino.  NO SMOKING in the Casino or indoor areas of the ship!  What a pleasure and treat for my lungs!  We also enjoyed the Eclipse which is a great ship!  Also, Celebrity only makes one announcement over the loud speaker daily.

I do not think you will ever go back to Disney- Try the Silhouette or the Reflection as they have a great lawn club grill.  

Edited July 24, 2021 by Cruise a holic