Review: Transatlantic on the Celebrity Quantum

688 people have read this and only 2 have bothered to post/comment.

Is it even worth continuing? Is no one interested because I only have nice things to say and do not deem it an 'epic failure'......:rolleyes:

I know from writing Azamara reviews that it's not the responses that matter most; it's the views. You have over 1400 hundred views so that means people are opening your post and reading it, even if they don't comment. And no wonder they're doing that--you're doing a great job! Please carry on. I'm reading and liking what I see. :D

I know from writing Azamara reviews that it's not the responses that matter most; it's the views. You have over 1400 hundred views so that means people are opening your post and reading it, even if they don't comment. And no wonder they're doing that--you're doing a great job! Please carry on. I'm reading and liking what I see. :D

I'm in complete agreement.......great review and photos with a different slant to those we've seen so far. But I rarely comment on reviews, for the simple reason that when I read a review I scroll past the comments as fast as possible. I know I wasn't the only person getting frustrated at all the inane responses on the big quantum thread!

Please carry on with your revie. You are doing a great job:)

There is a very large pink bear. Why? Because they can.

There is sky diving. Why? Because they can.

There is a pod that rises 300 ft above the ship and then swings out 90o over the side. Why? Because they can.

There are dodgem cars, a circus school, roller skating. Why? Because they can.

Because of the weather North Star was not ‘flying’ as much as she could. I waited in line for about 40 mins and I was one pod-load (she takes around 15 each trip) from boarding and it was cancelled due to the weather. The next time I waited about 50 mins and got on. Where on earth can you soar above the Atlantic and get such a unique view of the ship.

I think it must be beautiful to do this in the Caribbean whilst sailing between the islands. I do suggest that they take bookings for this though to negate the long wait times.

I also did the iFly. To be honest I didn’t like it very much but I can say I have done it. They take bookings and it was a very smooth slick operation. Again around 12 to a group and then at the end your instructor shows you how it should be done.

I just loved the Bionic Bar. Yes it wasn't working as smoothly as it should - but that meant drinks were free whenever I went (hic). They were so cute, especially when they 'shook' the drinks!

Goodness it was like the ship of complainers. People seemed to be wanting to out-do each other with their complaints. They were finding fault when there was nothing wrong – like the man who was shouting at the GR lady that there were ‘no shops on board’ and he couldn’t buy toothpaste. Strangely enough I found the toothpaste in the General Store. The sort of person who deems this ship to be an 'epic failure'.....I have never read such rubbish in my life.

My take on this is that RCI were overly generous with their early OBC and FCC offers and people then were of the mindset of ‘what else can I get out of them if I try enough’. I was ashamed of the behaviour of some of my fellow cruisers. Anyone with a modicum of intelligence would know that there were bound to be a few hiccups when they chose to sail on a ship that was 2 days old RCI went above and beyond in my opinion. All wifi charges were refunded, in addition to the OBC and FCC.

On the final morning we were all up early for the spectacular sail into NY. It was a beautiful clear still morinng…..New York themed tunes were blasting out; champagne was served, North Star was flying…I think many shed a tear at the sight. What a great way to end.

Not my picture but probably the best I have seen..

So, in summary: Oasis met Solstice and they had a baby called Quantum. I personally had no issues at all with boarding times, service, food, or anything else that people are complaining about. My only two ‘black marks’ are regarding smoking in the casino and not enforcing the dress code in Grande. Both of these can be easily rectified by RCI management.

She is a beauty, and one of the best cruises I have taken. Would I cruise Quantum again? Yes, you bet……!:D

Thank you for reading.

Thanks for the review! It's nice to read something balanced. I think some people would complain about anything, but it's making people very worried about whether they are going to like their trip.

In fact, I will be reading your review again on a different computer. This machine just will not let me look at your pictures, I am just getting a red square in a white box!! darn!! I bet they are great as well! still, something to look forward to.

688 people have read this and only 2 have bothered to post/comment.

Is it even worth continuing? Is no one interested because I only have nice things to say and do not deem it an 'epic failure'......:rolleyes:

Enjoyed reading your review.

Thanks for posting.

Fab review. Loved reading it. Agree 100% with your sentiments.

Wish I was still on-board :)

Fabulous review!

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Thanks for a great review will be on her in 14 days can't wait:D

Thanks for the review. Sounds everything I am expecting this ship to be. As you say, people that sailed a brand new ship with brand new concepts and expected it all to be spot on from day one were always lining themselves up for disappointment.

People like Old Grumpy (Mr "Epic Failure"), probably makes it their hobby to find fault with something new/different and obviously cannot accept change or that different people like different things.

If "No Ben & Jerrys" is all you have to complain about then you have lived a charmed life.

Thanks for the review. Sounds everything I am expecting this ship to be. As you say, people that sailed a brand new ship with brand new concepts and expected it all to be spot on from day one were always lining themselves up for disappointment.

 

People like Old Grumpy (Mr "Epic Failure"), probably makes it their hobby to find fault with something new/different and obviously cannot accept change or that different people like different things.

 

If "No Ben & Jerrys" is all you have to complain about then you have lived a charmed life.

Well, Royal is the one who decided to charge for this sailing. If they were really just working out the kinks, they should have had offered the sailing at no charge. I think Royal was the one lining themselves up for disappointment as they weren't really ready to sail.

People have a right to their opinions without name calling.

They gave free drinks, free internet, free OBC, free future cruise credit.

They gave free drinks, free internet, free OBC, free future cruise credit.

That's because their computer system didn't work the first day.

They still made money off of beta testers.

A lot of people had specific complaints and those were valid. Doesn't annoy me that people were disappointed in certain things. And I certainly don't think that they are whiners for their complaints.

688 people have read this and only 2 have bothered to post/comment.

Is it even worth continuing? Is no one interested because I only have nice things to say and do not deem it an 'epic failure'......:rolleyes:)

I loved your review, Your writing style is great and your pictures are lovely! We are sailing in January and I am reading along with anticipation!

 

Thank you for taking the time to do this,

 

Tara

Fabulous!!! Thank you!

 

If "No Ben & Jerrys" is all you have to complain about then you have lived a charmed life.

How can I find out if the bed is near the balcony? (Booked #8266 ... but the cabin next to us (#8268) is still available :)) Thanks

THANKS VERY MUCH !!!! Great Review and pics!!

CC

loved the review. i rarely commnet on reviews. interesting that i see thru your eyes a new S class ship with some of the RCI things i do not like -smoking.learned more from you than my TA. .so what is your take on the shows???

 

My take on this is that RCI were overly generous with their early OBC and FCC offers. My only two ‘black marks’ are regarding smoking in the casino and not enforcing the dress code in Grande. Both of these can be easily rectified by RCI management.

Would I cruise Quantum again? Yes, you bet……!:D

 

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Great review and I agree with the above comments.

Hopefully, they will also set up a reservation system for North Star. Even handing out numbered tickets to people in line would be an improvement.

I am looking forward to being back on board Dec 1.

Andrew

Goodness it was like the ship of complainers. People seemed to be wanting to out-do each other with their complaints. They were finding fault when there was nothing wrong …... The sort of person who deems this ship to be an 'epic failure'.....I have never read such rubbish in my life.

 

YOUR REVIEW IS FANTASTIC. Thank you for posting it.

You hit the nail squarely on the head when you stated the above quote.

We will board the Quantum on Dec. 1 for a Back2Back and your review has made us even more excited.

THANKS

Thank you for this review. I was beginning to get worried about the Inaugural, but I think even if there are things that are not perfect, we'll still have a great time. And I'm looking forward to DD, too!

Goodness it was like the ship of complainers. People seemed to be wanting to out-do each other with their complaints. They were finding fault when there was nothing wrong – like the man who was shouting at the GR lady that there were ‘no shops on board’ and he couldn’t buy toothpaste. Strangely enough I found the toothpaste in the General Store. The sort of person who deems this ship to be an 'epic failure'.....I have never read such rubbish in my life.

 

My take on this is that RCI were overly generous with their early OBC and FCC offers and people then were of the mindset of ‘what else can I get out of them if I try enough’. I was ashamed of the behaviour of some of my fellow cruisers. Anyone with a modicum of intelligence would know that there were bound to be a few hiccups when they chose to sail on a ship that was 2 days old RCI went above and beyond in my opinion. All wifi charges were refunded, in addition to the OBC and FCC.

 

Thank you for reading.

I was on the maiden voyage with you. I agree with most of what you said. It did seem there were a TON of complainers on board. I think they found me because I was wearing my cruise critic reporters badge. :)Perhaps they thought I was reporting for a newspaper or magazine or something. I gracefully dodged so many complainers.

Speaking of our future cruise credit, does anyone know when are we supposed to get that?

We were on deck 13, upgraded from an inside virtual balcony (like so many others). A good position with only slight noise when they were moving the chairs in the morning in the solarium above. But at the very end of the corridor was a (very heavy) door that led straight into the Solarium which was handy.

Loved the review and so glad you mentioned you were on Deck 13. We sail 12/20 and are on deck 13 and did think of possible chair moving. We can tolerate that normally as long as not overly nuts. Appears from your comment we will be fine.

May I ask do you remember your cabin number on 13?

Thanks again for taking the time to review and post photo's.

George in NY

Loved the review and so glad you mentioned you were on Deck 13. We sail 12/20 and are on deck 13 and did think of possible chair moving. We can tolerate that normally as long as not overly nuts. Appears from your comment we will be fine.

 

May I ask do you remember your cabin number on 13?

 

Thanks again for taking the time to review and post photo's.

 

George in NY

13138. Portside, close to the front. Easy access to Solarium for breakfast!