Mark_UK

Thank you - that's all extremely helpful! Sounds like you got a great deal on that upgrade!

Yes we'd probably look at the All Inclusive or one of the other packages which is part of the appeal. On RC with D+ we get 5 drinks anytime during the day, but not sure I like the idea of cramming a load in between 5-7pm! 🤣

Thanks for the tips! RC is fun and their entertainment is often very good, but I've increasingly found the newer ships to be too crowded (no sunbeds, etc) and as I say, the constant upselling gets in the way of enjoying yourself. Them upping the drinks package to £80-a-day was the final straw. I did the Greek isles and Ephesus this year on Odyssey of the Seas and was fantastic! Would love to do it again and Istanbul too but seems those sailings next year on Apex are pretty high... Will keep an eye out!

Interesting, thanks. Just looked at the infinite veranda on YouTube, does look quite different! I can see why it might be appealing? Hard to say until you've seen it in real life though I guess.

That's good to know regarding the table situation, thanks! I feel quite excited to try something new, it was a toss up between Celebrity and Virgin Voyages I think.

Thanks! I'm either looking at a 7 night Norway out of Southampton (Silhouette) or a 10 night Israel/Egypt (Apex). Both look great! I quite like the idea of the all in pricing, even for the indulge/elevate stuff. I'm a little fed up thinking I've got a good deal on Royal only to find I've forked out the same amount again on drinks packages, gratuities, etc.

Hi all, We're thinking of trying celebrity out for our next cruise, as having cruised with Royal for the last 10+ years (now Diamond Plus) I'd like to try something new - particularly given the constant upselling (and crazy drink package prices!). We are in our mid-30s and enjoy a mixture of chilling by the pool and some modern evening entertainment plus a bit of casino. We don't usually go in for the gameshows and quizes/activities. A few questions I have though... 1) We've generally preferred the newer RC ships like Quantum and Oasis class so I'm assuming it might be best to start with an Edge class? Solstice looks good too though? 2) Can you request a table for 2 or 4, rather than being seated with others? On Royal I've usually been able to email in advance. 3) Are the excursions more expensive than Royal? 4) Do they have an equivalent of RoyalUp? 5) As Diamond Plus I believe we get Elite status? Do you get any welcome aboard drinks or snacks in your room like on Royal? And lastly, are the slightly higher prices worth it in your view?? Thanks in advance!