Newbie on Celebrity Solstice - please comment on the ship

[treesah]

We're booked on the Solstice Nov and Dec 2015, New Caledonia, Australia and New Zealand. The good, the bad and the in between will be very much appreciated. We're mostly Princess and Royal Caribbean cruisers. We're low maintenance, don't drink much, no pampering is necessary. Thank you, thank you.

[JanineM]

Several of us have recently posted long reviews of Solstice here in this board. You may want yo do a quick search.

 

Bottom line for us - we loved Solstice & wouldn't hesitate to sail on her again :)

[MissMapp]

We were on the Solstice in May and loved it. Beautiful ship, great staff. No issues whatsoever.

 

 

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[treesah]

Thank you, Janine. I did a search and the reviews are quite positive. Very grateful for your prompt reply.

[royalcruz]

I wouldn't be able to say anything bad about Solstice. The ship is just fabulous. The staff and entertainment line-up are always changing and are mostly good.

[Sloop-JohnB]

The Solstice was our first Celebrity Ship (back in 2012)... Loved her

 

You might find my post on her and other S-Class Ship Storage useful as you prepare for your upcoming cruise

 

Storage on the Solstice (S-Class Ships) = http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1560620

 

My initial report is about the Solstce, but other Pax added to it so as to include their findings on the various S-Class Ships as they too rolled out

 

Hope this is helpful,

 

Cheers!

Edited September 20, 2014 by Sloop-JohnB

[dirtgirl]

The Solstice class is my favourite class of ship. I have not one bad thing to say! :)

[snowyboy]

We're booked on the Solstice Nov and Dec 2015, New Caledonia, Australia and New Zealand. The good, the bad and the in between will be very much appreciated. We're mostly Princess and Royal Caribbean cruisers. We're low maintenance, don't drink much, no pampering is necessary. Thank you, thank you.

 

Some very good photos here

 

http://www.thepreismans.com/

[xvxpskowro]

We were on the Solstice in May and loved it.

[anandaindonesia]

Celebrity Solstice ?

In three words : good, good, GOOD!

 

Enjoy your cruise!

[TLCOhio]

We're booked on the Solstice Nov and Dec 2015, New Caledonia, Australia and New Zealand. The good, the bad and the in between will be very much appreciated. We're mostly Princess and Royal Caribbean cruisers. We're low maintenance, don't drink much, no pampering is necessary. Thank you, thank you.

 

As others have noted, you'll like the Solstice. Below are a couple of links with lots of visuals and details on the Solstice, its classy options, food, entertainment, etc. PLUS, from the live/blog, you can see more on what we did in BOTH New Zealand and Australia.

 

Tell us more on what specific ports are you planning to visit, what types of activities most interest you, where are you from, etc. Happy to share more, answer any questions, etc.

 

THANKS! Enjoy! Terry in Ohio

 

Back from doing a 14-day Celebrity Solstice, Jan. 20-Feb. 3, 2014, Sydney to Auckland adventure on this ship and getting a big sampling for the wonders of "down under” before and after this cruise. Go to:

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1974139

for much more information and lots of wonderful pictures on these amazing sights in this great part of the world. Now at 78,135 views for this fun posting.

 

Did a “Solstice: Visuals, Highlights Shared!” summary from two different adventures on this ship with many pictures and other details on its many options. This includes our recent Australia to New Zealand sailing. Check it out, including these recent updates, at:

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1803477

Now at 24,794 views for this posting.

[treesah]

I appreciate your replies. You're a lovely bunch. The photos are superb. Thank you.

[TLCOhio]

I appreciate your replies. You're a lovely bunch. The photos are superb. Thank you.

 

Appreciate your comment and follow-up. Don't be shy!! Let us know any questions and/or other info needs. The only "dumb" question is the one you don't ask. Lots of helpful folks on these boards.

 

THANKS! Enjoy! Terry in Ohio

 

Did a June 7-19, 2011, Celebrity Solstice cruise from Barcelona that had stops in Villefranche, ports near Pisa and Rome, Naples, Kotor, Venice and Dubrovnik. Enjoyed great weather and a wonderful trip. Dozens of nice visuals with key highlights, tips, comments, etc., on these postings. We are now at 184,209 views for this live/blog re-cap on our first sailing with Celebrity and much on wonderful Barcelona. Check these postings and added info at:

http://www.boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1426474

[MustBCruzn]

I love the Solstice (and her sister S-class ships). For a large ship there are always wonderful private spots to sit and relax. One of my favorite spots is Cafe al Bacio where I love to grab one of the comfy chairs overlooking the Grand Foyer and enjoy a latte and one of the great (free) goodies from the pastry case!

[MikeC1610]

We're booked on the Solstice Nov and Dec 2015, New Caledonia, Australia and New Zealand. The good, the bad and the in between will be very much appreciated. We're mostly Princess and Royal Caribbean cruisers. We're low maintenance, don't drink much, no pampering is necessary. Thank you, thank you.

 

We were on the Solstice last April to New Caledonia. Like you, for the most part we have been on Princess and Royal. We found the Solstice to be a big step above any other ship we've been on.

 

The ship is absolutely beautiful, modern and never felt crowded although it was a full sailing. The food is great and the ship has an incredible buffet with an unbelievable selection.

 

You just have to go to Murano at least once. I would recommend the lunch if offered. At $25pp it's the best bang for your buck on board. Service and food is exceptional. We went there for lunch on both occasions it was offered on our 8 night cruise.

 

Not sure if you have kids but the Fun Factory staff are incredible. Our 4 year old daughter loved it.

 

You are going to love the Solstice.

[1axelrod]

Don't know how to post this elsewhere but has anyone done the Western coast of So. American on Celebrity Infinity?

 

 

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[FortyNinerLiz]

We were on the Solstice last April to New Caledonia. Like you, for the most part we have been on Princess and Royal. We found the Solstice to be a big step above any other ship we've been on.

 

The ship is absolutely beautiful, modern and never felt crowded although it was a full sailing. The food is great and the ship has an incredible buffet with an unbelievable selection.

 

You just have to go to Murano at least once. I would recommend the lunch if offered. At $25pp it's the best bang for your buck on board. Service and food is exceptional. We went there for lunch on both occasions it was offered on our 8 night cruise.

 

Not sure if you have kids but the Fun Factory staff are incredible. Our 4 year old daughter loved it.

 

You are going to love the Solstice.

 

We have been on the Solstice Five Times and we love the ship and crew!!! The food is great no matter which venue you choose!! We agree that the ship is beautiful and we have never felt crowded!! You will love the Solstice!!!!