Any Celebrity Millennium hints for a first timer?

[h-sar]

Hi, we are currently on the Regal Princess for New Yrs and will be taking a very short, 4 day, Bahamas cruise on Millennium right after. Not an ideal amount of time, but we had a few days before our flight back to Canada and wanted to maximize our time in the sun. Got a great deal on the cruise - will be cheaper than a hotel stay in FLL. It will be our first time on Celebrity, so am hoping for any tips that experienced Celebrity cruisers can offer. Will definitely go read as many reviews on here as I can find. Happy New Yr!

 

Edited January 1, 2023 by h-sar

[Ripheus]

If you like good drinks, find Marren in Cellar Masters. She's the best bartender on the ship. 

[luv2camp04]

1 hour ago, Ripheus said:

If you like good drinks, find Marren in Cellar Masters. She's the best bartender on the ship. 

I agree with this!!  Can't wait to see her again in March!

 

Other small tips:  the pastries in the display case in Cafe al Bacio are free!!  Yummy.  The Spa Cafe is tucked away near the indoor pool and has light/healthy breakfast and lunch options and is included.

[High on the Seas]

Ice cream in the buffet area is included. The gelato near the coffee shop is not. I second the free treats at Cafe Al Bacio. Excellent cookies and cakes and all free. No coffee needs to be purchased to enjoy. 

[DaKahuna]

Reading with interest.  We have 8 past cruises but have never been on a Millennium class ship but will be on Millie in April.  

 

[Dancing Shoes]

Loved the Millie.  Didn't care for the Sky Lounge windows.  Not enough seating by them, and they were slanted.  Huge Buffet area.  Have fun.

[DCPIV]

The Rendezvous Lounge is a great place to have a drink or two before dinner. There's often a great band in there, and the seating is very comfortable. 

[Northern Aurora]

4 minutes ago, DCPIV said:

The Rendezvous Lounge is a great place to have a drink or two before dinner. There's often a great band in there, and the seating is very comfortable. 

 

 

I so agree.  The Rendezvous Lounge is so much better designed than the Ensemble on the S-class ships. The Ensemble has an "afterthought" feel to me.  But the Rendezvous has the bar in the rear, a nice dance floor, elevated side seating (so you can watch whatever is happening on the dance floor), and a recessed area for live music.  

 

The Millennium is a "revolutionized" ship, so has an interesting buffet area.  The newly designed Ocean View has increased seating, interesting islands and we find it an improvement over the prior design.

[Wineaux007]

The Thalassotherapy Pool in the Solarium is a great place to relax.

 

Check out the themed dinners back aft in the Ocean View Cafe.  It's a change of pace from the MDR.  They make strip steaks, chops, fish, and chicken op the grill to order.  

[NutsAboutGolf]

In the buffet, there’s free coffee 24/7

[DaKahuna]

3 hours ago, Northern Aurora said:

 

 

I so agree.  The Rendezvous Lounge is so much better designed than the Ensemble on the S-class ships. The Ensemble has an "afterthought" feel to me.  But the Rendezvous has the bar in the rear, a nice dance floor, elevated side seating (so you can watch whatever is happening on the dance floor), and a recessed area for live music.  

 

 

 We are looking forward to enjoying some quality time in the Rendezvous lounge.  One of our favorite hangouts on the S-Class is the Ensemble Lounge.  I was looking at the deck plans for the Rendezvous layout and it looks interesting.  Was not sure if the bar was in the middle or in the back so glad you cleared that up for us. 

 

 

[kk20]

We’re debarking as you embark! 
I agree with the advice to seek out Marren in cellar masters. She’s super knowledgeable about wines and spirits, so if you’re interested in trying something new, she’ll steer you in the right direction. 
Curtley works at the pool and and casino bar. He’s a great bartender too and if you’re looking to try new cocktails, he’s your guy!

And finally, if you just want some crazy entertainment, visit the pool bar while Willie’s on duty! He’ll keep you laughing at his antics every day

 

Edited January 2, 2023 by kk20

[AstoriaPreppy]

As others have noted, the Rendezvous lounge on the revolutionized Millennium/Summit is greatly improved. It's now a great place to hang out and read daytime, bright and full of light. Also, the buffet design was greatly improved in both seating and passenger flow. 

 

I'd recommend the martini bar staff on Millennium. Most of them chose working on the M-class over the S/E class because of the lower passenger loads and increased interaction opportunities... lots more chances for them to get to know you and your beverage preferences. 

 

Also, keep an eye out for Satoko in Cafe al Bacio. She's a Japanese barista, and possibly one of the most lovely ship staffers I've ever encountered. 

[h-sar]

3 hours ago, kk20 said:

We’re debarking as you embark! 
I agree with the advice to seek out Marren in cellar masters. She’s super knowledgeable about wines and spirits, so if you’re interested in trying something new, she’ll steer you in the right direction. 
Curtley works at the pool and and casino bar. He’s a great bartender too and if you’re looking to try new cocktails, he’s your guy!

And finally, if you just want some crazy entertainment, visit the pool bar while Willie’s on duty! He’ll keep you laughing at his antics every day

 

Thanks! What terminal are you coming into? I have to make my way from #2

[h-sar]

14 hours ago, Wineaux007 said:

The Thalassotherapy Pool in the Solarium is a great place to relax.

 

Check out the themed dinners back aft in the Ocean View Cafe.  It's a change of pace from the MDR.  They make strip steaks, chops, fish, and chicken op the grill to order.  

Is solarium and pool at charge or free?

[kk20]

1 minute ago, h-sar said:

Thanks! What terminal are you coming into? I have to make my way from #2

According to the port everglades app, we’ll be docking at berth #18

 

[kk20]

2 minutes ago, h-sar said:

Is solarium and pool at charge or free?

Both are free to use.

The food at the spa cafe in the solarium pool area is free as well, but there is a charge for their smoothies (unless you have the premium beverage package)

[h-sar]

1 hour ago, kk20 said:

According to the port everglades app, we’ll be docking at berth #18

 

 

thank you! 

[kab407]

We are hopping on the Millie tomorrow for a post holiday cruise. The last time we were on her was for an Alaska cruise back in 2014.  Looking forward to relaxing for a few days. Must find Marren. Curley, I know we will see. Several time a day….

[DCPIV]

13 hours ago, DaKahuna said:

 

 We are looking forward to enjoying some quality time in the Rendezvous lounge.  One of our favorite hangouts on the S-Class is the Ensemble Lounge.  I was looking at the deck plans for the Rendezvous layout and it looks interesting.  Was not sure if the bar was in the middle or in the back so glad you cleared that up for us. 

 

 

 

Yes, it's in the back, and it's really a nice size.

 

I think what you might have thought was the bar in the center is the dance floor and stage.

[DaKahuna]

Does anyone have a picture of the lunch menu for the Retreat Sundeck on Millie?  The app does not show a menu for the Retreat Sundeck and I am looking to see what is currently being offered. 

 

[Zigster]

DaKahuna we were just on recently and doing this from memory.  Not the exact names, but close enough. 
Chicken Caesar Salad
Shrimp Cocktail
Luminae Burger
Turkey Wrap

[LGW59]

Just now, Zigster said:

DaKahuna we were just on recently and doing this from memory.  Not the exact names, but close enough. 
Chicken Caesar Salad
Shrimp Cocktail
Luminae Burger
Turkey Wrap

Luminae Burger - and this is so delicious

[NutsAboutGolf]

9 hours ago, h-sar said:

Is solarium and pool at charge or free?

 

Yes and I'll add there's built in seating in the pool, visual aid:

 

[tangogulf]

My wife and I did a 14 day Asia cruise out of Hong Kong just after she was refurbished. She is a fabulous ship with a great crew at the time. Love the enhancements which have made an older ship pretty much new again. I think you will definitely enjoy your time on her.