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Thanks for the reassurance guys!!! Sounds amazing! Feeling much better about it! ❤️

Hi, interesting concepts- I've been assigned what I think is a connecting cabin 10168 (Apex). What do people think? Will noise/general disturbance be an issue?? Thanks! X

35 minutes ago, butterfly529 said:

 

Well, I think as far as quickness of food - it seems like there are some venues that are "sort of" self serve, like the Bread type place.  So they won't just throw food out on a buffet, but have manned stations to serve ready to eat food.  But like I said, it will be interesting to see how this plays out! 🙂

True- the proof of the buffet will be in the eating! It'll either crush the staff so they'll have to reassess or it'll start a new trend- which would horrible as I'm quite picky and love the buffet- also good for my baby nephew!

2 hours ago, butterfly529 said:

Alot of people seem unimpressed with the renderings so far - I like them.  And so far, the first two details they've released that I love are NO KIDS (yay!) and no buffets or main dining rooms (and no upcharge for food).  My only question is wondering how they will handle dining for 2700+ -  will there be any reservations?  Will it be for some of the eating venues, but not for others?  Will be interesting to see how this plays out.  Can't wait to see deck plans, room plans, and what the price point will be!

I was really curious and excited to see what they could bring to the table but I really am unimpressed with most of the renderings. Celebrity edge is breathtaking and so have paid more to go on it.

My concern is for the customers, but more for the staff when dealing with non-buffet/custom order scenario. Embarkation/disembarkation/excursion/lectures are busy enough when there's a buffet and that's instant serve. Trying to take individual orders when customers are shirty enough is gonna be horrendous for the staff! X

On 11/27/2018 at 12:51 PM, little britain said:

Classic Drinks Package applies to all except Inside Cabins.

 

Celebrity Apex / 05 April 2020 / 8 Nights / Depart Southampton

Grade 12 Inside Cabin                        £1349.00 per person

Grade 1B Oceanview Balcony           £2049.00 per person

Grade E2 Infinite Balcony                  £2325.00 per person

Have been pleasantly surprised prices haven't been crazy- always the cheapest inside for me haha

7 night Med booked- Aug 2020! X

6 hours ago, little britain said:

Does anyone know her Mediterranean itineraries yet please? 

 

I believe they will be released when all cruises go on sale on 27th Nov. I think it'll be of standard 7 nights hopefully lol

would love to sail from Southampton but it's not great time of year for me

sep/oct is good! X

5 hours ago, Albert Ross said:

 

 

Price for the inaugural sailing are expected to start around £1449 per person for an inside. 
Oceanview and above will come with Classic Drinks packages for these sailings.

Suite Class will include classic drinks, gratuities, wifi and OBC.

 

I think it is Barcelona to Rome 7n and then Rome to Barcelona 7n - alternating each week 

 

Again Expensive is the word that springs to mind!!!

Wow. £1449 isn't bad for an inaugural cruise, I thought it might be wayyy more. Is that price definite or just speculation? Thanks so much!

1 hour ago, Albert Ross said:

OMG!!! Well done!!! Are these the only ones from Southampton- any idea of starting prices? Any info on the Barcelona season? Thanks so much!

https://www.cruisecritic.co.uk/news/3522/

Breaking news!

I'm so excited for the Apex to come to Southampton!

Does anyone have any idea or knowledge about schedules or approx pricing?

I'm guessing the standard 7 day fjords is going to be a staple.

Anything else like a mini cruise etc?

I'm booking as soon as!

It's the 27th Nov? I'm Elite Plus! Xxx

I can't say I'm sold- neither the pictures of the ship nor the dining (no buffet/main dining room?) inspires me...

54 minutes ago, Biker19 said:

Virgin Voyages' Scarlet Lady cruise ship will feature more than 20 food venues when it launches in 2020. Not one will cost extra, and all will be open until late.

"We want our eateries to delight and ignite serendipitous experiences for our sailors, so we have set out on a mission to capture the spirit of dining in the best cities of the world and bring it to sea," said Tom McAlpin, president and CEO of Virgin Voyages. "Because food is the fuel for our bodies and souls, and we're Virgin Voyages, naturally it all had to be included within your ticket price."

As previously announced, Scarlet Lady will have no main dining room, no set dining times, no dress code and no buffet.

"There's a Virgin twist on everything you'll see aboard the Scarlet Lady, which means there will be no stuffy formalities, boring buffets and no main dining rooms" added Sir Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group. "Sailors are not going to want to leave our ship after they experience how we've designed our restaurants and tasted the dishes we are going to be serving up in 2020."

What Scarlet Lady will have is a selection of eateries that range from experimental and haute cuisine to healthy quick-bite options. In most venues, diners will have the option to eat at a table or enjoy their meal at the bar.

In addition to the previously revealed venues of Pink Agave and Test Kitchen, Scarlet Lady will feature the following:

Wake: The largest dining venue onboard, the 5,866-squre-foot restaurant will be the most glamorous on the ship. Wake will be located at the back of the ship, offering beautiful views of the ship's wake. Its most dramatic design element -- a grand staircase -- was inspired by two iconic city restaurants -- The Wolseley in London and The Grill in New York City. Wake's offerings will include a raw bar, land and sea classics, a tableside cocktail cart and a Sommelier-led wine program.

Razzle Dazzle: Razzle Dazzle gets its name and design from the practice of camouflaging ships during World Wars I and II using patterns of black and white paint. On the menu is a selection of vegetarian and vegan fare, as well as a juice bar. To cater to different tastes, diners have the option to add-on a variety of meats or spike their smoothies with alcohol. But food's not the only thing on the menu at Razzle Dazzle; diners will be treated to a performance by Scarlet Lady's resident drag performer and friends. For an extra fee, diners can opt to enjoy bottomless drag-inspired cocktails.

Geonbae: Meaning "cheers" or "bottoms up" in Korean, this Korean BBQ restaurant is as much an interactive game experience as it is a dining venue. Participants can cook their own meal on flameless grills built into the table. Additionally, each meal will begin with a complimentary round of soju (a type of distilled alcohol), and throughout the evening, people will be encouraged to participate in lively Korean drinking games.

Extra Virgin: What's a cruise ship without an Italian restaurant? On Scarlet Lady, you'll find Extra Virgin, a trattoria-inspired venue serving regional dishes and handmade pasta made daily. Also on the menu will be a variety of Amari, digestive and other traditional Italian aperitifs designed to stimulate the appetite. The wine menu will feature an infographic to help diners better understand Italian wine and pick out the right option for them. Extra Virgin will also offer an Aperitivo hour each day with drink specials and small plates.

Dock: Set in the ship's lounging area at the back of Deck 7, the Dock is a place to hang out day and night. Boasting a beach club design, cruisers will find carts of Mediterranean small plates, salads, dips and mezzes throughout the day. Flame grilled-to-order skewers also will be available for those wanting something more substantial to eat.

The Galley: Modeled after the popular food falls you'll find in many cities, The Galley will be the main place to grab a quick, casual meal throughout the day. The space will feature a mix of more than eight shops and food carts, each offering a unique selection of signature dishes that changes to suit the time of day. Among the options that will be on offer are a dedicated bakery and pastry shop, a panini shop, a burger grill, a taco shack, a sushi bar with bento boxes, a noodle bar, a soup and salad stand, and a 24-hour American-style diner.

Pizza Place: Pizza lovers will be able to choose off the classic menu at this spot, where pies are always made fresh, or design their own based on a variety of ingredients. The casual spot will have a beach club-inspired design with white and pastel colored furniture, as well as hammocks for lounging.

Virgin Voyages worked with AvroKO Hospitality Group, AvroKO's strategy arm Brand Bureau (BB), and its own Michelin-starred chef Brad Farmerie to help curate the line's food concepts and strategy. Some of AvroKo Hospitality Group's restaurants include Saxon + Parole, Genuine Liquorette and Ghost Donkey, all in New York City.

No buffet??? On a very practical level how are the staff going to manage?!

Oh wow, how come?

Thanks, yes that's a great point. I don't think I'd buy them just yet. But they are a good investment- I would've bought them a month ago when I got my Carnival ones damnit lol

Oh wow. Thanks so much! Will investigate and let you know how it goes :):):)

Hi, all! Erm, first posting so I hope it's ok...

I was wondering if anyone could message me or post the details of any stockbrokers/companies who can help me but 100 Royal Caribbean shares as I'm from the UK.

I've done a little bit of online searching but as it's not CREST registered (or something like that!), a lot of the brokers I've contacted are unable to purchase it. e.g. The Share Centre and all the other ones I've tried.

I know from reading the posts that people have done this, I'm just having a bit of trouble finding a broker!

Thanks so much in advance for your help! :)