Help pick my cruise

[30scruiser]

My MIL has offered to babysit DD (18 months) so DH and I can have a short getaway for our 5th anniversary. MIL lives near Tampa so we were looking at 5 night Brilliance to Grand Cayman and Cozumel, but I've always been curious about Celebrity so I also was looking at 4 night Constellation to Key West and Nassau. We've been on Jewel OTS before and enjoyed it as well as HAL and Princess.

 

We have to go during the Christmas vacation because MIL and I are both teachers and I don't want to leave DD for more than 5 nights.we're looking for relaxation/pampering as opposed to a very active vacation. Which do you think? Or is there are 3rd choice I'm missing?

[Clarea]

I would favor 5 nights over 4.:)

[comxkid]

My MIL has offered to babysit DD (18 months) so DH and I can have a short getaway for our 5th anniversary. MIL lives near Tampa so we were looking at 5 night Brilliance to Grand Cayman and Cozumel, but I've always been curious about Celebrity so I also was looking at 4 night Constellation to Key West and Nassau. We've been on Jewel OTS before and enjoyed it as well as HAL and Princess.

 

We have to go during the Christmas vacation because MIL and I are both teachers and I don't want to leave DD for more than 5 nights.we're looking for relaxation/pampering as opposed to a very active vacation. Which do you think? Or is there are 3rd choice I'm missing?

 

If the cost is the same....I always go with the longer cruise. I like Brilliance's intinerary better also.

 

However, I have never been on Celebrity so I cannot speak about their on board experience.

[Hoopster95]

My MIL has offered to babysit DD (18 months) so DH and I can have a short getaway for our 5th anniversary. MIL lives near Tampa so we were looking at 5 night Brilliance to Grand Cayman and Cozumel, but I've always been curious about Celebrity so I also was looking at 4 night Constellation to Key West and Nassau. We've been on Jewel OTS before and enjoyed it as well as HAL and Princess.

 

We have to go during the Christmas vacation because MIL and I are both teachers and I don't want to leave DD for more than 5 nights.we're looking for relaxation/pampering as opposed to a very active vacation. Which do you think? Or is there are 3rd choice I'm missing?

 

I've been on Constellation... Nice enough ship, a bit drab for me. Staterooms are beautiful, but truly how much of your 24hour day is in the stateroom? That's a ship to do in Europe for example where the ship isn't as important as the daily excursions and long days in ports imho, plus I feel that Nassau is one of the weakest ports to visit. GC & Cozumel are fabulous! Hands down no contest Brilliance for 5 nights.

 

Have a great cruise! :D

[Videophile]

You should also post this in the Celebrity forum... I'd bet you'd get different numbers there.

[jonbgd]

Same price 5 day for sure

Besides on a 4 day by the time you unpack, walk around the ship, its time to repack:eek:

[30scruiser]

You should also post this in the Celebrity forum... I'd bet you'd get different numbers there.

 

Actually I did and its been 50/50 over there so far which definitely tells me something.:)

[celebrity]

My MIL has offered to babysit DD (18 months) so DH and I can have a short getaway for our 5th anniversary. MIL lives near Tampa so we were looking at 5 night Brilliance to Grand Cayman and Cozumel, but I've always been curious about Celebrity so I also was looking at 4 night Constellation to Key West and Nassau. We've been on Jewel OTS before and enjoyed it as well as HAL and Princess.

 

We have to go during the Christmas vacation because MIL and I are both teachers and I don't want to leave DD for more than 5 nights.we're looking for relaxation/pampering as opposed to a very active vacation. Which do you think? Or is there are 3rd choice I'm missing?

 

I like both Royal and Celebrity but lean more towards Celebrity overall.

In this instance however, I would definitely select the Brilliance for that extra day and better itinerary.

Happy Anniversary!

[FLACRUISER99]

I like Brilliance for the 5 days but then I like Connie for her itinerary As I like both Key West and Nassau and don't like Grand Cayman! I did vote for BR.

[George C]

I would favor 5 nights over 4.:)

 

ditto

[Justmekaren918]

I vote Brilliance and that route.

Elevators that almost take you to the sea for dinner. Might I recommend a D2 on deck 7 7040 was awesome and Thomas was amazing. Grab some loungers and have an awesome time [emoji41].

 

Outer bank elevators:

 

Cabin 7040 [emoji1]at sunset:

[Justmekaren918]

Whoops I meant E2

[Bigtex1622]

I would rather go to Cozumel - Grand Cayman, than Nassau - Key west.

 

 

 

 

:rolleyes:

[kc320]

Another vote for Brillance! 5nts better than 4...sailing under the skyway bridge is awesome!!

 

Will you be dropping DD at MIL's? If so...does she live close enough to take you to the port & drop you off? Would save on parking...more $$ for onboard fun...:)

[wk1226]

Have been on Constellation for a 15night Baltic Cruise. Would recommend Brilliance simply because I feel that you won't get bored. Constellation is beautiful but lacks amenities that Brilliance has. Good luck!

 

 

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[denamo]

Of the itineraries, would probably enjoy Cozumel and Grand Cayman better, and it's a five night to boot. One more night to celebrate the anniversary. :)

[30scruiser]

We 're booking Brilliance. Thanks everyone for your input!

[kc320]

We 're booking Brilliance. Thanks everyone for your input!

 

Good Choice!! Which sailing? I am on the Dec. 15th sailing...if that's the one, come on over to the roll call & say Hi!:)

[OCruisers]

Good Choice! Enjoy your cruise! :D

LuLu

[lexingtonave]

I'd go for five nights. I have cruised both lines and like each of them. But, if going in the winter, head for Grand Cayman and Cozumel. Florida and Nassau might have cooler weather..

[ValerieJo]

Any cruise out of San Juan. (Southern Route) and nothing less than 7 days! :D

[ECCruise]

We 're booking Brilliance. Thanks everyone for your input!

 

Agree that you made a good choice. Overall, we prefer Celebrity to RCCL, but given the parameters of your choices, would have gone the same route as you.

[celebrity]

We 're booking Brilliance. Thanks everyone for your input!

 

Wise choice! Have a great cruise.

[am07]

Definitely go for the 5 nights. Seize the moment!!!

[rjrpar]

Both cruise lines are similar so go with the 5 days. easy choice