Celebrity Secrets they usually don't tell you about

[cherylxx]

We're first time X-cruisers, and this thread is wonderful. I haven't read all 70-odd pages yet (after reading the first page, skipped to the last and am reading backwards), but it's so helpful...I don't know how accurate the earlier posts will be, but reading from last to first, it's very useful. We're on our first X cruise in April of 2011 on Connie, and we are SOOO looking forward to it. We've cruised NCL and Princess before, but X sounds like a good fit.

 

Glad that this thread "resurfaced"...looking forward to learning lots more in the future.

 

Couple of questions (sorry, I know this is off-topic)...is there a fee for the T-pool and/or the Aqua Spa Cafe? And is the $100 Persian Gardens cruise rate still in effect? Also, looking at the deck plans, the Connie, after solstisization, does NOT have the Molecular Bar, correct?

 

Thanks everyone!

Lynn

Hi Lynn

 

We are on the Connie 23/4/2011 is that the one you are on ??

[montrealerinnyc]

Sailed to Alaska on the Millenium a few years back. Before sailing I had read that the T Pool fades your bathing suit. We loved the T pool - and yes it did fade my bathingsuit. Bring an older suit, so it won't matter if it gets faded.

 

 

Omigosh yes - several years ago, got into the T-pool on Connie on embarkation day in a brand-new bathing suit. Half an hour later it had gone from bright green to dusty olive-gray! Lesson learned!! :o

[snausman]

Omigosh yes - several years ago, got into the T-pool on Connie on embarkation day in a brand-new bathing suit. Half an hour later it had gone from bright green to dusty olive-gray! Lesson learned!! :o

 

I never wear new swimsuite to the T-pool for that reason. They are never the same color after. But I still love the T-pool.

 

Laura

[tobymonster]

But I still love the T-pool

 

I'm sailing on Solstice in November, and have not heard of the T-pool. What is it?

 

Thanks!

[bighairtexan]

Don't think there is a T-pool on the Solstice.

[snausman]

I'm sailing on Solstice in November, and have not heard of the T-pool. What is it?

 

Thanks!

 

I didn't think that the Solstice has one.

 

Laura

[tobymonster]

I didn't think that the Solstice has one.

 

Laura

 

Thanks, that is probably why I have not heard of it yet. But... still just curious... what IS it?

[hapicruisin]

I'm sailing on Solstice in November, and have not heard of the T-pool. What is it?

 

Thanks!

 

 

T-pool is the Thalasotherapy Pool. Do know it is on the M class ships. Not sure about Solstice. It is a warm (sometimes) very warm, theraputic pool. It is very relaxing but it does bleach some swimming trunks/Bathing costumes - as my DH has found to his cost. It is very popular in colder climes as it is indoors by the spa cafe.:):)

[LynnMW3]

Hi Lynn

 

We are on the Connie 23/4/2011 is that the one you are on ??

 

Hi, Cheryl. No, we're on the April 9 sailing...we'll be going home when you're just coming aboard...

 

Thanks, all, for the answers on the T-pool and the Cafe...looking forward to trying them out (in an OLD bathing suit)!;)

 

Lynn

[Lois R]

T-pool is the Thalasotherapy Pool. Do know it is on the M class ships. Not sure about Solstice. It is a warm (sometimes) very warm, theraputic pool. It is very relaxing but it does bleach some swimming trunks/Bathing costumes - as my DH has found to his cost. It is very popular in colder climes as it is indoors by the spa cafe.:):)

 

There is no T-pool on the S class ships.

[cruisecriticmember]

Oh, one more thing. Let's make this a happy, fun thread. No need to belittle others or make anyone feel bad.

 

Thanks so much,

David

Thanks, David, for this word of wisdom. Some of the threads are incredible in the disrespect some contributors vent on others.:D

[cruisecriticmember]

If you're a big reader' date=' here's a hint. At the library there is a "leave one take one" shelf. Drop off any books you've finished during your trip and pick up something new.[/quote']

................of course in the fotos of the libray it looks like there is a decent collection of books BUT is it? I realize this is as subjective as taste in everything else.

[scf1270]

................of course in the fotos of the libray it looks like there is a decent collection of books BUT is it? I realize this is as subjective as taste in everything else.

 

Helpful answer: It depends...:rolleyes:

Sometimes the good book disappear early and don't come back until the end of the cruise. Sometimes there is a good selection throughout. We like to go to Half Price Books (or similar) and buy books to bring on our cruise. Then we just drop them off in the library for future cruisers. If you are hoping to read a new best-seller - you'll want to bring your own.

 

Sara

[Sloindown]

To move your VT map:

Sign in on the VT site

Go to "my map"

Click on "export your travel map"

Near the bottom of page high lite the codes and click on "copy"

 

Sign on the CC site

Open "user CP"

click on "edit signature"

In the edit signature box "paste"

 

That should do the job.Happy sailing!

[cherylxx]

Hi, Cheryl. No, we're on the April 9 sailing...we'll be going home when you're just coming aboard...

 

Thanks, all, for the answers on the T-pool and the Cafe...looking forward to trying them out (in an OLD bathing suit)!;)

 

Lynn

 

OOOOOOOhhhh well enjoy Lynn.... I know I will !!

[mconthehighseas]

To move your VT map:

Sign in on the VT site

Go to "my map"

Click on "export your travel map"

Near the bottom of page high lite the codes and click on "copy"

 

Sign on the CC site

Open "user CP"

click on "edit signature"

In the edit signature box "paste"

 

That should do the job.Happy sailing!

 

It worked!! Thanks so much :D

[burrma]

I didn't think that the Solstice has one.

 

Laura

Does Constellation have one?

[TeaBag]

Yes.

[burrma]

Thanks

[win1]

Hi there,

Just ask and if they can do it they will.

[FiaNia]

Hey there! Going on the Solstice in 2 weeks.:D I heard you can buy "certificates" toward sailing with X again and that they match a portion of what you purchase. Is this true? And can those credits be used for sister lines?:confused:

 

Also, (a bit of a side note), did I read that espresso is not given free with dinner?!?! Carnival had me so well pegged that I got 4 cups brought to me after dinner each night! I'll be very dissapointed if X tries to charge...*grrr*:mad:

[Lois R]

Hey there! Going on the Solstice in 2 weeks.:D I heard you can buy "certificates" toward sailing with X again and that they match a portion of what you purchase. Is this true? And can those credits be used for sister lines?:confused:

 

Also, (a bit of a side note), did I read that espresso is not given free with dinner?!?! Carnival had me so well pegged that I got 4 cups brought to me after dinner each night! I'll be very dissapointed if X tries to charge...*grrr*:mad:

 

Hi:)...maybe I am misunderstanding your question. Yes, you can

buy what is called a "Celebrity Passage" and it is good forever but it

is not refundable. I have purchased them quite a few times before.

Then when I know what cruise I want to do I call Celebrity and they

take that 100 bucks and apply it to the specific cruise. But as

for matching a portion?:confused:..never heard of that before. You will

receive an OBC when you book the new cruise though:D

 

As for Expresso? There has always been a charge for it. It is a

Specialty Coffee...Expresso, Cappuchino, Lattes, etc....they are not

complimentary.

[Half Hitch]

Bump. Any more folks with S-Class secrets?

[smmountaingal]

Looking for anyone who is on the Summit Caribbean run. What do ya thing?

[mimito4]

I haven't read the entire thread, so forgive me if this has been posted.

 

You can easily change your complimentary sparkling wine (included in AQ, CC and suites) for a regular wine (red or white). It will just be an average wine, comparable to the cost of the sparkling wine. Just ask your attendant.

 

Also, I posted this on a thread when we just returned last week, but I'll repeat in case it helps someone out:

 

According to current AmEx Celebrity amenities, when you book with an AmEx platinum card you receive a premium bottle of champagne. I was delighted, when instead of the champagne, there was this notice in the room:

 

 

I called and ordered a bottle of Cakebread chardonnay (one of my favs) and we took it to the MDR, where of course, there was no corkage fee since it was provided by Celebrity (and AmEx).

 

Also, of note, even though the above notice stated that we received a $70 shipboard credit valid for only specialty dining, I saw that the credit was posted to our account on the second day. I asked at the front desk if it had to be used for specialty dining, and she told me that as soon as it is posted to the account, it can be used for anything (other than the casino).

 

We also received a 2 category upgrade via the AmEx Platinum program. Caution: Don't just depend on your TA to know and offer these things. Always do your own research and know what each program offers.