Rare KKB Posted July 4, 2022 #51 Share Posted July 4, 2022 Having sailed Connie, Silhouette & Equinox, we found M class to be a bit TOO small for our preferences. We found there weren't as many activities onboard & we had those moments of what to do with ourselves. After 17 cruises we find that we prefer larger ships, 3000 passengers or more. More passengers=more activities offered, more spaces to be. Now, if you don't care about activity options, you may prefer M class. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted July 4, 2022 #52 Share Posted July 4, 2022 Really a tough one. Each has it's advantages and disadvantages. I may have more to say soon as we are doing a B3B on Summit in one month. I do like the Equinox in a selfish way. I like to extend my walk full forward through where the Retreat is and full aft. Even though we travel in Retreat Class it's a pain on many of the ships to have to tap my card every time I make a lap. I do have to say that I think they did a wonderful job on the Revolution on Summit and Millennium. One thing I don't like is the Retreat is more like a airport lounge with terribly uncomfortable furniture (thank Kelly) and did away with the Bar. On the other hand I love the sit down bar on Equinox and especially the best bar which is on Silhouette. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Stockjock Posted July 4, 2022 Author #53 Share Posted July 4, 2022 (edited) 33 minutes ago, KKB said: Having sailed Connie, Silhouette & Equinox, we found M class to be a bit TOO small for our preferences. We found there weren't as many activities onboard & we had those moments of what to do with ourselves. After 17 cruises we find that we prefer larger ships, 3000 passengers or more. More passengers=more activities offered, more spaces to be. Now, if you don't care about activity options, you may prefer M class. In a couple of years, I'll be taking my GF on Oceania for her 60th birthday. Neither of us have been on that cruise line. She isn't too sure she'll love it for the reason you touched upon, only about 600 passengers though, which is certainly less than any of the Celebrity ships that we're discussing. I hear the food and experience are pretty good. I hope she doesn't get bored, as obviously smaller ships, be it Celebrity or Oceania, are going to have fewer venues and less public space. At first, she told me "no" when I made the offer, but then she thought about and figured she'd give it a try. The fact that it's a gift probably didn't hurt, lol. Edited July 4, 2022 by Stockjock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare KKB Posted July 4, 2022 #54 Share Posted July 4, 2022 4 minutes ago, Stockjock said: In a couple of years, I'll be taking my GF on Oceania for her 60th birthday. Neither of us have been on that cruise line. She isn't too sure she'll love it for the reason you touched upon, only about 600 passengers though, certainly less than any of the ships that we're discussing. I hear the food and experience are pretty good. I hope she doesn't get bored, as obviously smaller ships, be it Celebrity or Oceania, are going to have fewer venues and less public space. I followed several passengers on a Viking world cruise this summer. It's now on my bucket list. With so many ports, quiet days are welcome... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare bjahil47 Posted July 4, 2022 #55 Share Posted July 4, 2022 We have sailed on Celebrity 6 times. I have been on Equinox 6 times. Two more cruises booked on Equinox. Someday I will expand my horizons…. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeRick Posted July 5, 2022 #56 Share Posted July 5, 2022 My vote is Equinox. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare bnurick Posted July 5, 2022 #57 Share Posted July 5, 2022 Been on both in 2022. Not even close, Summit. Equinox Retreat area is not fully complete, and the staff for us was rated #3 out of our 3 cruises this year. One benefit though is Murano, this was one bright spot, but I would need to eat there 3 times a sailing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MISTER 67 Posted July 5, 2022 #58 Share Posted July 5, 2022 On 6/29/2022 at 1:14 AM, Guppy99 said: Actually, we do not choose itinerary over the ship. Ports are not of particular interest any longer, especially a new port every single day. Us too, the ship is the destination. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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