Two Serenity Questions

[tnm6217]

T minus 16 days until my first Crystal adventure is underway and I have two small questions that would help me with packing. 
 

1) Hairdryers. Does anyone know the brand (or relative quality) of the hairdryers in the OV cabins? I only travel with a carry on, so being able to use the provided hairdryer would give me a good amount of extra space.
 

2) Temperature. How cold are the public spaces onboard Serenity? I am always cold, but I’m trying to decide if I can survive without bringing my heated vest. Any insight would be appreciated, especially from similarly cold natured folks!

[JusttheTwoofUs]

20 minutes ago, tnm6217 said:

T minus 16 days until my first Crystal adventure is underway and I have two small questions that would help me with packing. 
 

1) Hairdryers. Does anyone know the brand (or relative quality) of the hairdryers in the OV cabins? I only travel with a carry on, so being able to use the provided hairdryer would give me a good amount of extra space.
 

2) Temperature. How cold are the public spaces onboard Serenity? I am always cold, but I’m trying to decide if I can survive without bringing my heated vest. Any insight would be appreciated, especially from similarly cold natured folks!

I don't remember the brand of hairdryer, but it was sufficient to dry my hair quickly.  I have shorter hair (to top of neck).  I always wear a light sweater during the day.  However, even though we were in Canada and New England area, I was not particularly cold, and probably would have been OK without the sweater.  I actually like the sweater for the pockets!

 

Phyllis

Edited October 17, 2023 by JusttheTwoofUs
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[Txcotn]

26 minutes ago, tnm6217 said:

T minus 16 days until my first Crystal adventure is underway and I have two small questions that would help me with packing. 
 

1) Hairdryers. Does anyone know the brand (or relative quality) of the hairdryers in the OV cabins? I only travel with a carry on, so being able to use the provided hairdryer would give me a good amount of extra space.
 

2) Temperature. How cold are the public spaces onboard Serenity? I am always cold, but I’m trying to decide if I can survive without bringing my heated vest. Any insight would be appreciated, especially from similarly cold natured folks!

There has in the past always been 2 dryers - one useless one mounted in the bathroom  and one pretty good one in the room itself in a drawer. Don't know the brand or even if they still have them. I suggest you contact onboard guest services for the definitive on that.

 

I'm always freezing in most of the public areas - bring a shawl if you tend to get cold.

 

Have fun!

[krb1000]

We were on Serenity 9/18-10/6…can’t speak to hairdryer…I’d bring a sweater or wrap…the Cove usually felt pretty temperate, Galaxy lounge - usually cool, Waterside…hit or miss. 

[happy cruising]

I was on the Serenity last week. There was one hair dryer in the bathroom but I can’t tell you the brand. The only place that was cool was the Galaxy - I had a wrap which worked well. 

[Contessa 925]

No need to bring a hair dryer ! The  ones they had  on Symphony in Sept  were perfectly  fine . If you get cold ,I would bring a shawl, sweater or something to keep you warm . 
see you on Serenity 

Barbara 

[Keith1010]

On the first two cruises it was very cold in most areas.

 

As recommended, bring something to wear indoors in case you are cold and not just for the public areas. Depending on where you are sailing, time of day (are you facing the sun) your room could be on the cooler side. Just depends.

 

Keith

[tnm6217]

Thank you everyone! I will leave my hair dryer at home and will make sure I have a pashmina or two with me. I really appreciate the input!

[Contessa 925]

Quick reminder, you can turn the heat on in your cabin .......more importantly,  we are sailing round trip Miami to the Caribbean ~ where  the temps outside should be warmer ! I find that affects the ship especially on deck 7  with people opening and closing the doors to the  promenade deck.   
 

it will be here before we know it