Mercury's Fitness Center hours

[Kibou2008]

Hi, does anyone know the hours that the fitness center on Mercury is open? Is it open 24 hours? How about on Formal Nights? I'm a bit confused about the rule re: being in casual clothes in public areas after 6 PM on Formal Nights. Is it OK to use the jogging track after hours? Oh, and speaking of hours, are the buffets open all day long, until they close for the casual dining evening meal, or are they more mealtime specific, ie. 7-10 AM for breakfast, 11-2 PM for lunch? Any information would be welcomed. Thanks!

[prairie girl]

Hi, does anyone know the hours that the fitness center on Mercury is open? Is it open 24 hours? How about on Formal Nights? I'm a bit confused about the rule re: being in casual clothes in public areas after 6 PM on Formal Nights. Is it OK to use the jogging track after hours? Oh, and speaking of hours, are the buffets open all day long, until they close for the casual dining evening meal, or are they more mealtime specific, ie. 7-10 AM for breakfast, 11-2 PM for lunch? Any information would be welcomed. Thanks!

 

We too are planning an Alaska sailing the beginning of Sept and had friends on a sailing the beginning of June save the "Celebrity Today" schedule of events and ship information. Hopefully this will help answer some of your questions. If there is anything else I will be glad to look things up for you.

 

Gymnasium, Resort Deck 11... 6 am - 11 pm

Thalassotherapy Pool... 8 am - 10 pm

Swimming Pools (Outdoor and Indoor), Resort Deck 11... 7 am - 8 pm

Topless Sunbathing, Deck 14 Fwd (Guest over 18 yrs. ONLY)... 8 am - 6 pm

Whirlpools, Resort Deck 11.... 7pm - 9 pm

 

Ship's Dress Codes

(this is what is printed in the daily on June 1, 2008)

Following are the required modes of attire for evening dress

(after 6:00pm nightly) throughout the ship.

Formal: Ladies: A dressy outfit, formal gown or cocktail dress.

Gentlemen: Tuxedo, dinner jacket, or dark suit and tie.

Informal: Ladies: Dress or pantsuit.

Gentlemen: Sports jacket and slacks. No jeans.

Casual: Ladies: Sundress or slacks.

Gentlemen: Sports shirt and slacks.

Please note: Jeans, t-shirts, tank tops, swimsuits, robes and bare

feet are not permitted in the Manhattan Restaurant at any time. Shorts

are not permitted in the Manhattan Restaurant during dinner times.

Guests are expected to respect this sailing tradion for the ambiance

of the cruise. On Formal nights, the Formal Dress Code WILL BE

required in the Manhattan Restaurant and Celebrity Theater.

 

 

Daily Dining Choices (From Celebrity Today June 3, 2008)

Palm Springs Cafe and Grill (Deck 11 Aft)

24 hours Coffee, Tea & Juices

6:00am - 6:30am Sunrise Light Breakfast

6:00am - 9:00am Breakfast Buffet

6:00am - 9:00am Omelets to Order

9:00am - 11:30am Late Breakfast Buffet

12:00pm - 2:30pm Buffet Luncheon

12:30pm - 2:30pm Salad & Sandwich Bar

11:30am - 9:30pm Ice Cream

4:00pm - 5:00pm Casual Afternoon Tea

 

Casual Dining Boulevard (Deck 11 Aft)

5:00pm - 9:30pm Sushi Cafe (Starboard Side)

5:00pm - 9:30pm Stir Fry Station (Starboard Side)

6:00pm - 9:30pm Casual Dining

The Dress code is casual every day, although in all other areas the

dress code of the evening applies. We kindly ask for your

cooperation and consideration for your fellow guests.

 

Palm Springs Pizza and Pasta Corner (Deck 11 Aft Stbd)

6:00am - 9:00am Fresh Waffles & Pancakes

11:30am - 12 Mid Pizza & Pasta

 

La Playa Pool Grill (Poolside, Deck 11 Midship)

11:30am - 6:00pm Hamburgers & Hot Dogs

 

Cova Cafe & Patisseria (Deck 6 Atrium)

8:30am - 11:00am Taste of Europe Croissant & Danish

3:00pm - 5:00pm Taste of Europe Pastries

 

 

Times for dining choices vary slightly depending on if you are at sea or in port--give or take a half hour.

 

We are on the August 31 sailing.........are we onboard together? :D

Happy planning!

Sandy

[JohannaM]

This is fantastic information - thank you! It gives me a good idea as to how I'll be able to plan my day.

[Kibou2008]

We too are planning an Alaska sailing the beginning of Sept and had friends on a sailing the beginning of June save the "Celebrity Today" schedule of events and ship information. Hopefully this will help answer some of your questions. If there is anything else I will be glad to look things up for you.

 

We are on the August 31 sailing.........are we onboard together? :D

Happy planning!

Sandy

 

 

Your response to my questions was just so very, very helpful...I don't want to gush, but really, thank you so much :-)

 

Regrettably, we will be on different cruises; mine is on the Sept 29 Pacific Northwest 4 day cruise. I would have loved to thank you in person! I went to Alaska on HAL's Statendam last September, and had one of the best experiences of my life. I haven't sailed with Celebrity yet, but from what I can gather, Mercury is also a wonderful ship. I wish you a joyous cruise. Now I'm off to do some happy planning!!!

[prairie girl]

Regrettably, we will be on different cruises; mine is on the Sept 29 Pacific Northwest 4 day cruise. I would have loved to thank you in person!

 

No problem..............that's what Cruise Critic membership is all about.......helping each other out if we know/have the information to share.

A 4 day cruise is like a weekend getaway! Enjoy yourself and do save some time to relax. Hopefully it is long enough to meet some interesting and fascinating people and nature's beauty takes your breath away.