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I saw on a video that Starbucks is not included in the beverage packages - do they have a different "brand" of coffee shop which is included?  I love my strong Americano!

Thanks for all the great info here! I look forward to reading it over the weekend.

So exciting for you to be the first group on board! Thanks in advance for sharing photos!

We enjoyed the beach beds - twice.  It is very quiet in that area.  We had them before the construction, so I do not know if they are in the same area.  They provide nice shade.  I would recommend bringing the towel clips as they are helpful to keep the side curtains closed for shade.

Does AOS have the correct court that would make it possible? I do not know anything about this - I am just trying to get info for DH.  Thanks.

Any recent cruisers notice if there has been time allocated for pickle ball?  My husband enjoys it and will bring his equipment if appropriate.  Thanks!

1 hour ago, jrljel said:

Just listened to the webcast and was OVERJOYED that the infinity pool is going to be up and running and the first passengers to experience the NEW Coco Cay will be this weekend!!! Since we sail next weekend, I cannot wait for that POOL!!!!!

Is the pool an extra charge?

On 2/11/2019 at 2:08 AM, SkaterJasp said:

Debarkation Day back in Cape Liberty was easy.. breakfast was the normal breakfast menu plus two special entrees selection. One was a filet and egg and the other one was a crab cake benedict. Once you are done with breakfast, a host will escort you off the ship. In the port, the luggages are kept next to the suite luggage by the entrance to customs. 
 

Does this mean that you do not need to find a porter to help with the luggage? 

On 1/12/2019 at 10:10 PM, Merion_Mom said:

 

Bartenders will be happy to describe drinks to you.

 

Yes, you can buy a shot and add it to your virgin drink.  

Is that less expensive?

We are sailing in Aqua class on the Equinox on the 28th of July. I have been following menus on the Celebrity App. We sailed in a regular cabin last summer and I loved the food in the MDR and we got our Aqua cabin for an amazing price this summer. Anyway I do not eat pork, tuna, lamb or duck. And I only eat most fish in moderation. I also have to limit my corn intake. I am noticing a very limited selection of food I will am able to eat , or choose to eat. I typically live off of chicken and beef at home with the occasional seafood or salmon and a pasta dish. However I am seeing that the chicken and salmon dishes are all roasted and not the kind of flavored dishes I am used to, and the steak appears to be the very basic steak. Worried I am going to be disappointed by blu and end up eating in the buffet the whole trip. I usually get a cesar salad, shrimp cocktail and a seafood or beef/chicken entree every night and use pasta with marinara as a backup. I have to be very careful about what I eat due to a chronic pain condition, I unfortunately have a lot of food triggers which will cause pain flares. Should I be worried about food? I have cruised successfully many times on many lines and this is the first time I am worried.

You will be relieved to have the team in Blu on your side. I traveled with my mom a couple of weeks ago. They will literally make whatever you need. I too have a chronic pain condition and have to avoid many things. I felt great all trip! My Mom eats GF, and no raw veggies, fruits, nuts etc. She too did great! They will provide you with the menu for the next day to choose from as well as the menu for the next day from the main dining room.

Wow - that looks great. It looks like the first bar tender who asks me to upgrade from classic package will be making a sale!

I don't have Celiac but I am 100% gluten free. We sailed on the Summit last year and it was easy. They took care of me extremely well. We did eat all breakfast and dinner in Blu every night. I would be interested in anyone's (Gluten free experience) in Qsine,as well. We sailing soon and would be consider trying it.

 

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We are gluten free as well and will be eating in Blu. Did they have any GF pancakes for breakfast? What were some of your favorite GF options?

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We are looking to book this for next year. We fell in love with the gluten free made to order crepes on the Anthem in the windjammer. Is this available on AOS? It is not a deal breaker - but it would certainly seal the deal!

Hi - coming to Bermuda in late May for 3 days on the Summit. My mom is 80 and gets around slow, but OK. Can't step down in to a boat from a dock etc. We are doing an island tour on the middle day. What would be best ideas for Wed and Friday? Thanks.

Hi all - when on RCI we purchased the non alcohol package and enjoyed it - mostly to get good coffee, bottled water, fresh squeezed OJ and brewed iced tea. I read recently that the coffee on Celebrity the coffee is actually brewed and is good, and I also saw fresh squeezed OJ on a menu. Could someone please share their thoughts on this? $44/day for the two of us. Thank you.

Does anyone happen to have a screen shot of the menu on the TV?

Thank you! This is great!

Are the sun beds etc available to all - or only for a certain category and above? I haven't learned all the names of the areas yet, but I spotted them on a youtube video last night.

It's my first time on Celebrity and I'd line to know what some favorite gluten free options are. Thank you.

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Sorry, wrong place.

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First time on Celebrity and I'm curious as to recent favorite gluten free options. Thank you!

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The crew on anthem were amazingly supportive! The menorah had electrical issues and they sent it down to be worked on. They provided wine, latkes and jelly donuts nightly. All in the back of WJ before they opened for dinner. Met many nice people there.

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Would north Star be cold on embarkation day in the winter?

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I cannot speak for other sailings, but I will be the rabbi on the Dec. 4 sailing of Serenade. This cruise includes the first three nights of Chanukah, I will be leading Shabbat eve and Chanukah services. I do not know what other provisions will be made for the celebration,

Nice!!

I just saw a photo of the decorations that are now up on the Anthem and there is a menorah! Countdown to boarding is getting close!

The plug for the CPAP was to the right of our bed. Very convenient. Also was a little shelf there to stow it during the day.

It's actually on the royal Caribbean site.

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I recommend Clorox Commercial Solutions hand sanitizing spray. You can get it on Amazon and it is one of the few hand sanitizers that does kill norovirus. I carry it with me and we all spray our hands right before eating (after we've ordered/touched menus) and also each time we return to the room. I think this, along with frequent hand washing and constant reminders that my kids don't put their hands near their mouths/faces has definitely helped us avoid stomach viruses when cruising. We also tend to avoid the buffet, only eating their a few times on our cruises.

Thx! Just ordered it.

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