Rare Georgia_Peaches Posted November 26, 2023 Author #476 Share Posted November 26, 2023 (edited) Lunch in Luminae was nice. The space is large and not as intimate as I remember on S class ships. Our server and sommelier were both very attentive and the food was tasty. I had the fish and DH had the signature burger. We toasted this second leg with a bourbon and peaches signature cocktail. I’ve whiled away the afternoon with a book on one of the Freddy Kruger loungers on the retreat sun deck. It’s overcast and slightly cool in FLL. Just another embarkation day… different faces. Edited November 26, 2023 by Georgia_Peaches 10 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwokpot Posted November 26, 2023 #477 Share Posted November 26, 2023 51 minutes ago, Georgia_Peaches said: Yes, the sky suite has the full length mirror with the desk that slides in. Not sure why the other cabins do not. Is that the only full length mirror in the cabin? Could that be the reason? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwokpot Posted November 26, 2023 #478 Share Posted November 26, 2023 (edited) 37 minutes ago, Georgia_Peaches said: Freddy Kruger loungers I was wondering where you were going with that since the loungers weren't initially in view on my computer but Freddy was. It's literally the same print and colors! Edited November 26, 2023 by kwokpot 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Georgia_Peaches Posted November 26, 2023 Author #479 Share Posted November 26, 2023 1 minute ago, kwokpot said: I was wondering where you were going with that since the loungers weren't initially in view on my computer but Freddy was. It's literally the same print and colors! Right?! The print is almost exact. What were they thinking?! Lol. Very comfortable, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
39august Posted November 26, 2023 #480 Share Posted November 26, 2023 I see you had the halibut for lunch. I love those fish lunches; this halibut, and the salmon and the branzino. Yum. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lastdance Posted November 26, 2023 #481 Share Posted November 26, 2023 GP, I think Celebrity added two stair-climbers and took away the rowing machines. I still love rowing, but also love stair-climbers; however, to have both is wonderful for a short workout. Your lunch looked lovely, especially the fish for a more healthier option...glad you had your favorite drink too, or least one of your favorites!🥃 Looking forward to seeing and hearing more about your cruise. Do you embark on Friday, Dec. 1? if so, I will be glaring at Ascent for taking T25 from Beyond, as I will be boarding!🍸 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SouKnoMe Posted November 26, 2023 #482 Share Posted November 26, 2023 Bourbon and peach? Hmm, never had that one. Was the bourbon JD? I prefer Woodford Oak, Ky Gal. 😂Glad to see Woodford made the premium list. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare hcat Posted November 26, 2023 #483 Share Posted November 26, 2023 49 minutes ago, kwokpot said: I was wondering where you were going with that since the loungers weren't initially in view on my computer but Freddy was. It's literally the same print and colors! food and drink look great but those loungers are hideous..looks like Celebrity hit a close out furniture store..like where they must get alot of their junky chairs! glad they did not impede your relaxtion but def anti ZEN! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smurphberrycrunch Posted November 26, 2023 #484 Share Posted November 26, 2023 Sailaway happening now. https://www.portevergladeswebcam.com/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sox Fan Cruiser Posted November 26, 2023 #485 Share Posted November 26, 2023 Just watched you leave! We love the webcam. Watched the Sky Princess leave yesterday. Next time she goes out the channel we will be on!! 🤪 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Georgia_Peaches Posted November 26, 2023 Author #486 Share Posted November 26, 2023 1 hour ago, kwokpot said: Is that the only full length mirror in the cabin? Could that be the reason? Nope. Just found another full length mirror in the closet. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shellyd22 Posted November 26, 2023 #487 Share Posted November 26, 2023 2 hours ago, Georgia_Peaches said: I’ve whiled away the afternoon with a book on one of the Freddy Kruger loungers on the retreat sun deck. It’s overcast and slightly cool in FLL. Just another embarkation day… different faces. I will never unsee this 😂😂 3 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichYak Posted November 26, 2023 #488 Share Posted November 26, 2023 2 hours ago, Georgia_Peaches said: ...the Freddy Kruger loungers on the retreat sun deck. This is hysterical! 😂 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladyjade3 Posted November 26, 2023 #489 Share Posted November 26, 2023 4 hours ago, blueslily said: Awesome, thanks so much for sharing and letting your sons know how valuable your video and information is. Question: was it noisy when thr Magic Carpet was above you. I would guess that when you had your window open, you could hear the sounds from above. Just my guess. Thanks! I never noticed the magic carpet being heavily trafficked or noisy. Kinda wondered what the point of it is. I imagine a Celebrity board room where some creative type has a cool idea to have an elevator-bar that goes up and down the side of the ship, serving drinks and picking up and dropping off people with a killer view of the ocean, up and down, up and down all day. nnnn-tssss nnnn-tssss nnnn-tssss. A BAR, but also an ELEVATOR. Can't ever have too many of either, right? It probably got greenlit originally this way by the execs. Then the lawyers got involved. And then maybe also the suits that regulate bars and alcohol. One by one they took away each little cool aspect of it piece by piece until we're left with a hugely expensive, over-engineered orange monstrosity that hangs out over the ocean but doesn't really do much for anyone other than need to be cleared out whenever you happen to want to hang out there so it can go from exactly one upper floor (14) to exactly one lower floor (5) and vice versa. I tried to order a martini there and they didn't even have martini glasses. And I am NOT paying for a martini in any other geometric shape than a triangle. It's just not the same. Not when you have bartenders in the Grand Plaza that do fancy flippy tricks when they make martinis.... Anyway. I don't have any insider knowledge. I don't want to start any rumors about the Magic Carpet. That's just what occured to me as I investigated this thing trying to figure the whole thing out. It's cute, but kind of pointless. No, its not going to be noisy. Like, ever. 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare WrittenOnYourHeart Posted November 26, 2023 #490 Share Posted November 26, 2023 4 minutes ago, ladyjade3 said: I never noticed the magic carpet being heavily trafficked or noisy. Kinda wondered what the point of it is. I imagine a Celebrity board room where some creative type has a cool idea to have an elevator-bar that goes up and down the side of the ship, serving drinks and picking up and dropping off people with a killer view of the ocean, up and down, up and down all day. nnnn-tssss nnnn-tssss nnnn-tssss. A BAR, but also an ELEVATOR. Can't ever have too many of either, right? It probably got greenlit originally this way by the execs. Then the lawyers got involved. And then maybe also the suits that regulate bars and alcohol. One by one they took away each little cool aspect of it piece by piece until we're left with a hugely expensive, over-engineered orange monstrosity that hangs out over the ocean but doesn't really do much for anyone other than need to be cleared out whenever you happen to want to hang out there so it can go from exactly one upper floor (14) to exactly one lower floor (5) and vice versa. I tried to order a martini there and they didn't even have martini glasses. And I am NOT paying for a martini in any other geometric shape than a triangle. It's just not the same. Not when you have bartenders in the Grand Plaza that do fancy flippy tricks when they make martinis.... Anyway. I don't have any insider knowledge. I don't want to start any rumors about the Magic Carpet. That's just what occured to me as I investigated this thing trying to figure the whole thing out. It's cute, but kind of pointless. No, its not going to be noisy. Like, ever. It's an awesome tender area as well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladyjade3 Posted November 26, 2023 #491 Share Posted November 26, 2023 1 minute ago, WrittenOnYourHeart said: It's an awesome tender area as well. I've heard that, but that has to be an afterthought. You could get people in a tender with a LOT less engineering than this... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladyjade3 Posted November 27, 2023 #492 Share Posted November 27, 2023 Top 10 highlights from me: 10. The free charm necklace from Effy 9. Chateaubriand 8. Plunge pools and champagne glass hot tubs 7. Jorge at the Oceanside Cafe 6. Raspberry cheesecake at the bistro 5. The service/staff 4. the buffet in general 3. the croissants in the buffet 2. The theater show "Awaken" 1. The jogging track I'll expound in my full review which I will post soon. Will also add top negatives. Overall, this was the best cruise of my life. Too many awesome things to name them all. 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Tyler414 Posted November 27, 2023 #493 Share Posted November 27, 2023 40 minutes ago, ladyjade3 said: I never noticed the magic carpet being heavily trafficked or noisy. Kinda wondered what the point of it is. I imagine a Celebrity board room where some creative type has a cool idea to have an elevator-bar that goes up and down the side of the ship, serving drinks and picking up and dropping off people with a killer view of the ocean, up and down, up and down all day. nnnn-tssss nnnn-tssss nnnn-tssss. A BAR, but also an ELEVATOR. Can't ever have too many of either, right? It probably got greenlit originally this way by the execs. Then the lawyers got involved. And then maybe also the suits that regulate bars and alcohol. One by one they took away each little cool aspect of it piece by piece until we're left with a hugely expensive, over-engineered orange monstrosity that hangs out over the ocean but doesn't really do much for anyone other than need to be cleared out whenever you happen to want to hang out there so it can go from exactly one upper floor (14) to exactly one lower floor (5) and vice versa. I tried to order a martini there and they didn't even have martini glasses. And I am NOT paying for a martini in any other geometric shape than a triangle. It's just not the same. Not when you have bartenders in the Grand Plaza that do fancy flippy tricks when they make martinis.... Anyway. I don't have any insider knowledge. I don't want to start any rumors about the Magic Carpet. That's just what occured to me as I investigated this thing trying to figure the whole thing out. It's cute, but kind of pointless. No, its not going to be noisy. Like, ever. It’s an additional bar on upper decks during sea days. It’s outdoor seating for Raw on 5. The best tendering operation at sea hands down. Excellent viewing for watching the pilot boat unload the pilot directly below. The list goes on… 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Georgia_Peaches Posted November 27, 2023 Author #494 Share Posted November 27, 2023 Word to the wise, I’ve banged my head on this light fixture…twice! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rowval Posted November 27, 2023 #495 Share Posted November 27, 2023 27 minutes ago, ladyjade3 said: Top 10 highlights from me: 10. The free charm necklace from Effy 9. Chateaubriand 8. Plunge pools and champagne glass hot tubs 7. Jorge at the Oceanside Cafe 6. Raspberry cheesecake at the bistro 5. The service/staff 4. the buffet in general 3. the croissants in the buffet 2. The theater show "Awaken" 1. The jogging track I'll expound in my full review which I will post soon. Will also add top negatives. Overall, this was the best cruise of my life. Too many awesome things to name them all. I love love Cheesecake! Was it really good in the Bistro? Is that a paid restaurant? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Georgia_Peaches Posted November 27, 2023 Author #496 Share Posted November 27, 2023 Evening in the Retreat lounge.. 7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladyjade3 Posted November 27, 2023 #497 Share Posted November 27, 2023 6 minutes ago, rowval said: I love love Cheesecake! Was it really good in the Bistro? Is that a paid restaurant? I'm referring to the little coffee shop by the grand plaza (the atrium) and the pastries are FREE FREE FREE. The raspberry cheesecake was a religious experience proving that God wants us all to be happy. So LIGHT and not too sweet. Just perfect in every way. 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare horseymike Posted November 27, 2023 #498 Share Posted November 27, 2023 Thanks so much for sharing, Happy Anniversary. Hope your cruise is all you hoped for and then some . 🚢👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Stem to Stern Posted November 27, 2023 #499 Share Posted November 27, 2023 (edited) 13 minutes ago, Georgia_Peaches said: Word to the wise, I’ve banged my head on this light fixture…twice! Sorry you hit your head on this way-too-low pendant. It looks as if the pillow covers must still be in transit ?!? Along with the barstools. I'm not crazy about the design statement being made (or Not) in the lounge. Edited November 27, 2023 by Stem to Stern 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladyjade3 Posted November 27, 2023 #500 Share Posted November 27, 2023 16 minutes ago, Tyler414 said: It’s an additional bar on upper decks during sea days. It’s outdoor seating for Raw on 5. The best tendering operation at sea hands down. Excellent viewing for watching the pilot boat unload the pilot directly below. The list goes on… Did I hit a nerve? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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